Expansion of VOBA Membership and Partner Network

Establishing peer-to-peer connections

Forming partnerships with non-profit organizations, educational institutions, financial services, health sectors, and government entities

Facilitating industry convenings and representation

Facilitating market expansion/Business strategy support

Navigating service provider and state resources

Promotion of funding and technical assistance opportunities

Creating opportunity for financing and economic infrastructure

Improving product, services and operational sustainability and accessibility

Compiling and communicating social and economic impact, including industry trends, market demand, occupational and diversity data

Leading on sector branding and marketing Vermont outdoor businesses, professionals, products and services

Compiling and communicating workplace diversity training and employment opportunities for under-represented communities

Convenor of technical and climate jobs training

Advance strategies for recruiting local and remote talent by marketing career pathways and matchmaking jobseekers

Advance strategies for retaining talent, including models for wages and benefits

Compiling data and developing outdoor economic development policy

Supporting outdoor infrastructure investments

Informing solutions to systemic industry barriers such as housing, transportation, and health care

Convening advocacy events and supporting engagement with policymakers