JobsFirst NYC

07/22/2026

From Emerging Ideas to Practical Perspectives

The future of work is being shaped by the ideas we share, the partnerships we build, and the solutions we create together.

At Adapting to the Future of Work Professional's Day, our interactive breakout sessions move beyond high-level strategy to explore the innovative ideas, models, and practices shaping the future of workforce development. Learn from emerging approaches, engage in thought-provoking discussions, collaborate with peers, and connect directly with innovators as you examine real-world solutions and consider how they can inform your own work.

Whether you're looking to harness AI, leverage open-source labor data, or shape workforce policy, there is a track tailored for you:

Explore Our Workshop Lineup

• Converting Data into Impact
◦Jared Barnett (Slingshot Memphis) & John Martinez (MDRC)

• Utilizing Open Source Data for Workforce and Economic Development
◦Kristen Lewis & Alex Powers (Measure of America)

• Navigating Workforce Policy and Funding
◦Gregory Morris (NYCETC)

• Applying Universal Design for Learning to Workforce Programs
◦Cruz Esquilin (Hostos Community College)

• Designing the Architecture of Belonging
◦Melissa Fisher (Parsons School of Design and the New School)

• Building Your AI Team for the Mission
◦Phil Kirschner (Lead with AI)

Seats for individual breakout tracks are limited to keep sessions interactive.
Be a part of the Movement by Design that is working to adapt to the future of work.

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07/15/2026

Handing Over the Mic to Tomorrow’s Leaders

On July 29, during to the Future of Work Professional Day, make sure you are front and center for one of the defining conversations: Nothing For Us Without Us: How Young People Are Designing Their Own Career Pathways.
During this session, we are handing the microphone directly to the young adults navigating this new landscape in real time, offering us the unique privilege of listening to their unfiltered insights, expectations, and visions for the future.

Meet these young leaders from top workforce training programs while they discuss what they need to succeed and how industry leaders can partner with them to design responsive pathways to economic mobility.

Featured Panelists:
Marcus Gamboa, Roundabout Theatre Company
Avionte Williams, The Marcy Lab School
Keeshawn Lamazon, Stacks + Joules at Henry Street Settlement
Jack Michalak,
Reganne Brown, St. Nicks Alliance

Moderator: Timm Chiusano, Author and Creator, Corporate America’s Mr. Rogers

Be a part of the that is working to adapt to the future of work.

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07/07/2026

👉 Register now for Adapting to the Future of Work: Movement by Design https://jobsfirstnyc.org/events/adapting-to-the-future-of-work-2026/

Investments are shifting toward clean energy, healthcare, and early child care. Sustaining this momentum requires building a resilient workforce system to scale that capital, making workforce development the ultimate essential economic infrastructure.

🎤 Join leading voices across education, healthcare, energy, philanthropy, and workforce development for a discussion on future-proofing our workforce—a critical, systems-level conversation on the policies, capital alignment, and partnerships required to secure an adaptable talent pipeline.

👔 Future Proofing Our Workforce Featured Speakers:

Jane Martínez Dowling, Chief, Office of Student Pathways, New York City Public Schools
Tara N. Gardner, Executive Director, Day Care Council of New York
Ivelesse Mendez-Justiniano, PhD, MBA. M.S., FAEH, Vice President & Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer, NYC Health + Hospitals
Debbie Roman, MBA, ACNP, Community Workforce Development Program Manager, National Grid
Moderator: Chantella Mitchell, Program Director, The New York Community Trust

Be a part of the that is working to adapt to the future of work.

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06/23/2026

Adapting to the Future of Work is where economic mobility's architects and front-line doers converge to spark breakthrough ideas. On July 29, 2026, the NYU Kimmel Center becomes our collaborative hub to align systems, bridge the opportunity gap, and scale what works. We unite the visionaries who fund, build, and drive our communities, because when we design pathways for young adults, we move the entire economy forward

Why attend? Because dreaming up the future isn't enough. We have to build it. This convening is your tactical roadmap to move from high-level strategy to on-the-ground ex*****on. Discover how we can:

• Shape Strategy: Engage with cross-sector leaders who are redefining local economic mobility.
• Explore Scalable Solutions: Examine the place-based, community-driven models that are already driving measurable local impact.
• Future-Proof Your Workforce: Ensure human labor remains central to an AI-powered labor economy
• Move to Collective Action: Join curated sessions that turn high-level dialogue into coordinated strategy.

Meet a few of the visionaries and change-makers leading the charge

• Timm Chiusano, Author, Creator, Corporate America's Mr. Rogers
• Tara N Gardner, Executive Director, Day Care Council of New York
• Annie Martinez, Regional Market Leader (NY, NJ, CT), Year Up United
• Shanie Mohamed, Executive Director, JobsFirst NEPA
• Jerelyn Rodriguez, Co-Founder and CEO, The Knowledge House
• Sarah Steinberg, Global Public Policy Partnerships, LinkedIn
• Andrew Stern, President Emeritus, Service Employees International Union

Space is limited, and we would be honored to have you join us. Your presence will undoubtedly enrich the discussions and help contribute to building a Movement by Design that adapts to the future of work.

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06/19/2026

06/18/2026

🚀💻 The future of NYC tech is bright.

Last week, the Tech Sector Network hosted our latest Tech Opportunity Day at Year Up United, bringing together young adults eager to launch careers in tech and the organizations ready to support them every step of the way.

Highlights from the day:

✨ Young people expanded their networks, discovered a range of tech training opportunities, and gained the tools to choose the pathway that was right for them.

🎤 Alumni from Tech Sector Network programs shared honest insights around time management, job search, and how to truly be a lifelong learner.

💡 Participants signed up for the Pipeline, The Knowledge House's platform that supports New Yorkers discover tech training opportunities.

🤝 Our Tech Sector Network members and referral partners showcased their programs and connected directly with participants:

Members:
The Knowledge House
Lab School

Per Scholas
Hosted by Year Up United

Referral Partners:
Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow
St. Nicks Alliance

The energy in the room was incredible. You could feel the excitement, curiosity, and determination from every conversation.

The Tech Sector Network believes there should be no wrong door for young people ready to embark on a career in tech. A strong workforce ecosystem ensures that every young person has access to the information, relationships, and choices they need to find the pathway that is right for them. Thank you to everyone who joined us, shared their stories, and helped make the day such a success. Onward! 🚀

06/15/2026

🚆 Join us On Day 2 of JobsFirst NYC's upcoming annual Adapting to the Future of Work 2026 convening!

What does the future of work actually look like for young adults? Find out from Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree Colin Rocker, our featured Young Adult Day keynote speaker.

A prominent strategist, culture commentator, and builder, Colin knows firsthand that adapting to the future of work is a non-negotiable skill for emerging leaders. He built his career from scratch as a first-generation professional and has dedicated his work to helping young adults do the same.

🔒 Lock in your seat to hear how young adults (July 30) can build thriving careers that lead to generational wealth and transformation in their communities.

WHEN: July 30, 2026
TIME: 9:00 AM—4:00 PM
WHERE: NYU Kimmel Center, New York City
60 Washington Sq S, New York, NY 10012

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