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The story of the boy who cried ‘STEM Labor Shortage’

It is no generally conceded that the current economic environment is qualitatively different from that which prevailed little more than a decade ago.  That is, we are in the midst of a “new economy” . . . . . . Clearly Maine has a significant challenge in amassing the highly skilled human resources that are […]

Is there a Skills Gap in Maine?

AS noted previously, much has been made in Maine regarding twin structural problems in the state’s labor market and overall economy.  The first problem is that Maine’s shifting demographics are causing a labor shortage (or, some will argue, will within the next 6 years).  However, the concern over shifting demographics is a bit misplaced; at […]