The Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance (AREA) invites you to join us for the 2026 Regional Workforce Summit, a premier regional gathering where cross-sector leaders come together to shape a unified, data-driven regional talent strategy.

The Regional Workforce Summit gathers workforce partners, educators, and leaders from public and private sectors to create a cohesive, data-driven regional talent strategy.

Attendees will leave with:

• A unified narrative of their roles in workforce development
• Insights into changing labor market demands
• Better alignment between employer needs and a prepared workforce

Participants will acknowledge their shared responsibility to adapt to evolving demands.

Mark C. Perna has been at the forefront of generational research in North America for almost 30 years. His dynamic keynotes and professional development have helped countless schools, colleges, businesses, communities, and parents create compelling relevance and engagement with today’s younger generations.