Video: Addressing the Skills Gap in Latin America

Representatives of the private sector and educational institutions discussed the importance of human resource development, student exchanges, and labor reform for improving the competitiveness of Latin America’s labor forces and economies. Panelists talked about the current technological needs of employers and investors, gaps in education and training, mentorship programs in the workplace, the role of student exchange programs and the private sector, and Brazil’s recent Science Beyond Borders program.

Speakers:

• Peter DeShazo, Executive Director of LASPAU
• Sam Fouad, Americas Emerging Markets Leader, Ernst and Young LLP
• Deanna Laird, Global University Hiring Programs Leader, IBM
• Christopher Sabatini, Senior Director for Policy, Americas Society/Council of the Americas (Moderator)