Conference
ASCEND National Workforce Summit 2026
May 14–15, 2026 Washington, DC
Our flagship convening of federal, industry, university, and community leaders shaping the future of American work.
Events
Where America's workforce leaders gather.
Annual conferences, quarterly leadership talks, and national training events convening the country's most influential workforce leaders.
Leadership Talk
AI, Automation & the American Worker
March 4, 2026 Virtual
A keynote briefing with leading economists on how AI is reshaping the U.S. labor market.
Career Summit
Career Summit: Advanced Manufacturing
April 22, 2026 Detroit, MI
Regional summit connecting Midwest employers, community colleges, and workforce boards.
Retreat
Innovation Retreat
June 10–12, 2026 Aspen, CO
Invitation-only strategy retreat for ASCEND partners and fellows.
Workshop
Digital Leadership Cohort Kickoff
July 8, 2026 Virtual
Kickoff for the fall Digital Leadership Institute cohort.
Networking
Mentorship Network Quarterly
Ongoing Virtual
Quarterly gatherings for mentors and mentees in the National Mentorship Network.
Join The National Effort
Build the American workforce of the next century.
Whether you are a leader, funder, employer, mentor, or learner — there is a role for you at ASCEND.