Waukesha County Workforce Summit Takeaways
2025 Waukesha County Business Survey
The Waukesha County Business Alliance is proud to present the 2025 Waukesha County Business Survey, conducted in partnership with Carroll University, Waukesha County, the Waukesha County Center for Growth, and WOW Works. This annual survey collected responses from businesses in 35 of the county’s 37 municipalities, offering a comprehensive view of the county’s business environment. The results offer insight into local economic conditions, workforce dynamics, and evolving business priorities.
Speed of Skill Change
The workforce is evolving at an unprecedented rate. In fact, the average job has seen one-third of its skills change in just three years—and for some occupations, that number jumps to over 75%. Learn more about the rapid acceleration of skill disruption reshaping the job market, discover how the shifting demands on workers are impacting every industry/occupation, and understand what it means for talent strategy, workforce development, and organizational competitiveness.
Through Lightcast’s extensive labor market data and latest "Speed of Skill Change" report, Susan Koehn, Senior Consultant at Lightcast will provide strategies and insights to help organizations understand and adapt to the changing landscape.