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Opinion: The untapped potential of small businesses in workforce development.

Small businesses can help bridge the gap between students seeking internships and employers facing talent shortages. In this op-ed for WorkingNation, Dana Stephenson, Riipen’s Co-Founder & CEO, explores how work-based learning partnerships can drive economic growth.
March 10, 2025
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In this WorkingNation op-ed, Dana Stephenson, Co-Founder & CEO of Riipen, discusses the crucial role of small businesses in workforce development. He highlights how partnering with higher education institutions to offer work-based learning opportunities can address talent shortages, provide students with hands-on experience, and strengthen local economies.

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