FRANKLIN/GREENWOOD, Ind. – Aspire Johnson County, the economic development organization and chamber of commerce serving Johnson County, surveyed local employers this summer

on issues shaping economic growth. When it came to workforce and talent, business leaders highlighted rising expectations for a more skilled and educated workforce.

In an online survey conducted by Aspire’s Business Advocacy Council, nearly 60% of employers identified “availability of trained and educated employees” as a top concern, making it the most frequently noted challenge. More than half also cited the “overall quality of the talent pool” (54%), strongly highlighting employer demand for high-quality applicants. A tight labor market (40%) and a lack of soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and profession

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