Events and Programming

We actively create spaces where workforce leaders, employers, policymakers, funders, educators, and community organizations can learn from one another and advance shared priorities.

Upcoming Events

From Classrooms to Careers: Aligning NYC’s Workforce Ecosystem

An in-person program for NYCETC members.

Expanding Access to Sustainable Arts and Culture Careers

An in-person program for NYCETC members.

Past Events

Preparing America’s Workers for the Age of AI

An in-person book launch co-hosted by NYCETC, Per Scholas, and Results for America.

Building Opportunities for Career Advancement

An in-person NYCETC member program hosted by Manhattan Neighborhood Network.

The NYC Workforce Drop Live from The Greene Space – Morning Double Feature

Complimentary admission for NYCETC members.

The NYC Workforce Drop Live at The Greene Space — Afternoon Recording

Complimentary admission for NYCETC members.

Commission on Government Efficiency Ballot Proposal Webinar

A virtual webinar for NYCETC members.

Commission on Government Efficiency Ballot Proposal Webinar

A virtual webinar for NYCETC members.

2026 Climate Week NYC

Our curated list of events for workforce development providers and employers.

Workforce Benchmarking Network Peer Forum

Open to NYCETC members participating in the 2026 Workforce Benchmarking Network.

View all past events.

CUNY Chancellor Dr. Félix Matos Rodríguez on stage at The Times Center.
CUNY Chancellor Dr. Félix Matos Rodríguez at the 2025 NYCETC Conference. Photo: Mindy Tucker.

Our Annual Conference – NYC's Premiere Gathering for Workforce Development Professionals

Our annual conference is the premier gathering for New York City’s workforce development community, bringing together thousands of leaders, both virtually and in person, for information sharing, networking, and action.

2025 NYCETC Conference — Built to Learn, Built to Last: A Business Solution

Watch the recording from The Times Center. Sponsored by Citizens.

2025 NYCETC Conference — From the Ground Up: Realigning for Mobility and Impact

Watch the recording from The Times Center. Sponsored by Citizens.

2024 NYCETC Conference: Setting NYC’s Workforce Agenda – On Practice

Watch the recording from Civic Hall. Co-sponsored by City & State and Citizens.

2024 NYCETC Conference: Setting NYC’s Workforce Agenda — On Policy

Watch the recording from the Museum of Jewish Heritage. Co-sponsored by City & State and Citizens.

2023 NYCETC Conference — Creating Quality Jobs through Partnership & Policy

Watch the recording from Civic Hall. Co-sponsored by City & State and Civic Hall.

2022 NYCETC Conference: Advancing Talent & Equity for a Thriving Economy

Watch the recording from the CUNY Graduate Center.