Bridge the skills gap

By David Sharpe, corporate finance director, Pierce.

With employers in England spending less on training than a decade ago and national concerns about a post-Brexit skills gap, businesses must act now to build the future workforce.

Pierce is proud to be playing a part in bridging the gap between education and employment. Along with local organisations spanning sectors including manufacturing, engineering, finance, entertainment and leisure, Pierce employees volunteer to help the Hive Business School inspire the next generation of skilled workers.

Through the initiative, Pierce has partnered with Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School in Blackburn. We’re helping prepare pupils for the world of work by ensuring they have the right skills and attitudes to match the requirements of Lancashire businesses.

Not only schools and students benefit from The Hive. Improving skills and education is something we should strive to do throughout our careers.

It brings together businesses and individuals from the region to share their knowledge, networks, passion and determination with the ultimate aim of putting the region on the business map. Get in touch if you’d like to get involved.