Governors of Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota Join Forces to Recruit Workforce
SIOUX CITY, Iowa, Nov. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Iowa Governor Terry Branstad, Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman, and South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard may be competitive in most situations, but all three recognize that one of the greatest challenges facing their respective states is workforce recruitment. While typically border states compete for business, these three states have joined forces in the tri-state metro region known as Siouxland to address workforce recruitment. All three states rank in the top 10 for the lowest unemployment numbers in the country. Nebraska and South Dakota are tied for 2nd at 3.6% and Iowa ranks 9th at 4.6%, proof of strong economies.
These three states have a history of cooperation on regional economic development issues as evidenced by the three Governors coming together for the Tri-State Governors' Conference every two years. During these conferences, the Governors discuss regional issues such as economic development, infrastructure improvements, healthcare, and workforce readiness.
"The Siouxland economy is strong. Good jobs are available and quality of life amenities are plentiful. In addition, the cost of living is low, making Siouxland an affordable place to live." said Barbara Sloniker, Executive Vice President of The Siouxland Initiative. "We need to let the rest of the country know about the excellent opportunities in the tri-state area."
All three Governors have expressed that they are willing to do live interviews.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Barbara Sloniker
Executive Vice President
The Siouxland Initiative
101 Pierce Street
Sioux City, Iowa 51101 712.255.7903 - [email protected]
www.siouxlandchamber.com @SiouxlndChamber
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