BlackRock, Carhartt, Ford and Google Launch New Alliance to Expand Skilled Workforce Training

Four leading American companies, BlackRock, Carhartt, Ford Motor Company, and Google, have launched the Alliance for America's Skilled Trades. The initiative aims to expand access to skilled trades training and address the growing skilled labor shortage in the United States.

The founding members of the Alliance have committed to supporting skilled workforce training initiatives in 30 states across the country. This collaborative effort seeks to create pathways to high-quality careers and meet the nation's increasing workforce demands.

The companies involved in the Alliance are focused on enhancing opportunities for individuals to gain skills necessary for success in the skilled trades sector.