Business Leaders Protect America’s
Competitive Edge
The business leaders of America’s Edge work to strengthen their businesses, the economy and their communities through proven investments in children. We support investments that increase sales of local goods and services, create jobs, and establish a foundation for long-term economic security by ensuring a future workforce with the 21st century skills businesses need.
In The News
August 21st, 2010
Portland Press Herald: Early childhood investments pay dividends for Maine’s economy
August 2nd, 2010
San Francisco Chronicle: Career academies can boost state’s business
June 5th, 2010
Bangor Daily News: High-quality early education essential to success
Proven Investments for Business
We support proven programs that will:
- Strengthen the economy now.
- Create jobs.
- Generate high, long-term returns on investment.
- Create a world-class workforce.
How We Make a Difference
America’s Edge members educate policy-makers and the public by:
- Communicating with elected officials.
- Submitting opinion editorials and letters-to-the editor.
- Participating in press events.
- Participating in legislative hearings and briefings.