Horizons: Dare to Be Brave New Orleans 2025

Horizons 2025, presented by Jobs for the Future (JFF), is scheduled for June 10-11, 2025, at the New Orleans Marriott, located at 555 Canal Street, New Orleans. This annual summit convenes leaders from education, workforce development, and related sectors to discuss strategies for economic advancement.

The event emphasizes candid discussions about the challenges faced by learners and workers, featuring insights from both system insiders and external experts. Participants are encouraged to collaborate and take actionable steps toward systemic improvements. More details.

Key Themes of Horizons 2025

• Equitable Economic Advancement: Strategies for policymakers and economic developers to create inclusive economic opportunities.
• Workforce Innovation: Emerging trends and technologies relevant to HR professionals and corporate strategists.
• Educational Transformation: Approaches for educators and academic administrators to modernize learning systems.
• Public-Private Partnerships: Collaboration models beneficial for nonprofit leaders and government officials.

Horizons 2025 Target Audience

• Senior policymakers and government officials involved in education and workforce policies.
• Corporate executives and HR leaders focusing on talent development and organizational growth.
• Educators and academic administrators aiming to enhance educational outcomes.
• Nonprofit leaders and community organizers working toward social and economic equity.

JFF's Current Offerings

• JFFLabs: An innovation lab that accelerates the development and scaling of workforce and education solutions by providing market analysis and investing in promising innovations.
• JFFVentures: An impact venture fund specializing in early-stage companies focused on future of work and workforce development technologies, aiming to create a more inclusive economy.
• Education and Workforce Solutions: Services designed to strengthen education and career navigation, ensure program quality, integrate learning and work, and build strong regional economies.