America is at a crossroads. On one hand, technology is advancing at a breathtaking pace, reshaping industries and the workplace as we know it. On the other, businesses across the country are struggling to find the talent they need to compete and grow. For far too long, outdated hiring practices have focused on degrees and certifications rather than the actual skills people bring to the table. As a result, untapped talent remains sidelined, while employers grapple with persist

Tech Hubs are coming to a city near you. At least, that’s what the Biden Administration says. This week the Economic Development Administration announced the 31 designated projects chosen to lead the development of Tech Hubs nationally. While the Tech Hubs program has successfully branded itself as the shiny new answer to regional economic development, it won’t do much on its own.