LTRI
Colorado’s Longevity Talent Report & Initiative
Connecting Older Workers & Employers: Where are we & where do we go next?
Employers in Colorado continue to need workers. At the same time, the number of Coloradans aged 50+ and older and the number of older Coloradans looking for work are increasing. There are breakdowns in Colorado systems that connect education, training, job seekers, and employers.
In 2026, the Longevity Talent Report & Initiative (LTRI) heard from over 13,000 Coloradans aged 50 and over. Coloradans of all backgrounds reported months of job searching, even though many were open to career or industry change. State data reinforces the challenges.
We have the frameworks in place to address these issues.
Let’s Review the Results Together
In three virtual sessions, we’ll review the results of the study, including:
what 50+ job seekers are asking for
what workforce centers and employers are doing now,
recommendations for pilot concepts to better connect older workers and employers in Colorado.
Join Us for Three Webinars
ONLINE SEMINARS
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January 7, 2027
What Are Colorado’s 50+ Job Seekers Telling Us, and What Could We Do Next?
We will share key findings and then outlineshare initiatives that would elevate the older worker as a resource and take steps to improve job seekers job search success.
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January 14, 2027
How Can Workforce Centers Better Support 50+ Job Seekers
In the 2026 Longevity Initiative, older Coloradans reported months of job searching. In this session, learn what Colorado workforce centers offer now, and recommendations for pilot concepts to better connect older workers with employers.
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January 21, 2027
What actions can employers take to recruit and retain experienced talent?
Age-inclusive practices can attract and retain this talent. In this session, learn about employer practices that support an age-inclusive workforce. Hear examples from employers who are doing this now and of pilot ideas for elevating these practices.