In the knowledge economy, the economic prosperity of places is increasingly tied to the talents of its people. Therefore, many cities and regions have made the attraction and retention of skilled people a core economic development strategy. This article argues that a better strategy is actually...

In the new global economy, where rapid technological change is the norm, the skills of the workforce are a key to local economic vitality. This practical book shows how cities and regions can invest in their long-term prosperity by expanding opportunities to ensure that all citizens have...