Business Growth Can Counteract Brain Drain

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Brain Drain A recent Washington Post story, citing novel research using LinkedIn data that quantifies the brain drain (or gain) phenomenon across the country, has been getting a lot of attention here in the Green Mountain State. The data show Vermont to be the biggest loser which means we have the highest proportion of college … Read more

Four Key Population Trends Shaping the Vermont Economy – Part 1: Age Composition

A common economic saying predicts that “our destiny lies in our population trends.” Vermont’s population challenges have become apparent to anyone waiting for restaurant seating or for an appointment with an electrician.  Some of this trend is due to early retirement by an older workforce, while other factors are also playing a role in the … Read more