2030 and Beyond: The Future of Green Workforce Development

The economic landscape and jobs market is changing faster than ever, with cutting-edge technologies, workplace adaptations, and evolving industries driving the need for transformation across the board. Join Jobs for the Future and the College of Global Futures for an exciting talk, panel discussion, and Q&A on this matter. 

Taj Ahmad Eldridge, Managing Director of Climate Innovation at JFFLabs, will provide an insightful talk on the future of green workforce development over the next decade. He will explore the skills needed to take advantage of the green jobs landscape. Taj will also speak about how opportunities around green jobs can grow further with partnership and collaboration between industry, non-profits, and educational institutions. 

After the talk, Taj will be joined by Professor Chris Boone and Professor José Lobo for a panel discussion. 

You do not want to miss this engaging talk and panel discussion on the future of green workforce development. Space is limited; secure your spot today.  

About the speaker

Taj Ahmad Eldridge is managing director of Climate Innovation, an incubated practice at JFFLabs. Drawing on more than 25 years of experience as an investment professional, he leads a cross-collaborative team focused on the intersection of climate and workforce. 

His skills and areas of expertise include: 

· Entrepreneurship 

· Business strategy and development 

· Fundraising and venture capital 

· Strategic planning 

Before joining JFF, as a cofounder of Include Venture Partners, Eldridge focused on investing in a diverse group of founders and fund managers who wanted to create innovative ecosystems in their areas. Before that, he was senior director of investments at the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator.