Opportunity by Design: the state playbook Washington is missing

Tue Apr 28 2026 at 05:00 pm to 09:00 pm UTC-04:00

1201 New York Ave NW | Washington

The Niskanen Center
Publisher/HostThe Niskanen Center
Opportunity by Design: the state playbook Washington is missing
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Join the Niskanen Center for a panel discussion and reception featuring Senior Fellow Denise Bell's newest report Opportunity by Design.
About this Event

What does it take to build a healthy workforce in a rapidly changing economy? States across the country are rolling out real-world strategies to bring more people into the workforce, unlock workers’ skills, and deliver results for employers, workers, and communities. 

Join Niskanen Center Senior Fellow Denise Bell for a presentation on Opportunity by Design: How States Turn Immigration Into Economic Advantage , followed by a conversation with former DHS Assistant Secretary Eva A. Millona, Kristie De Peña, Kit Taintor, Amanda Bergson-Shilcock, Dr. Katie Brown,  and Jimmy Hallyburton on what's working, why, and where states can go next to translate workforce policy into economic advantage. The evening will conclude with a rooftop reception at the Niskanen Center.




Agenda

🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Doors Open

Info: Join us on the 14th floor of 1201 New York Ave NW for drinks and light hors d'oeuvres.


🕑: 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Panel

Info: Senior Fellow Denise Bell with present her report "Opportunity by Design: How States Turn Immigration Into Economic Advantage," then moderate a panel discussion. Q&A to follow.


🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Reception

Info: Continue the conversation with Denise and the panelists with on the rooftop of 1201 New York Ave. Drinks and hors d'oeuvres provided.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

1201 New York Ave NW, 1201 New York Avenue Northwest, Washington, United States

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