The past year has been history-making for labor unions. From advocacy for workers’ rights and fair wages, to the impact of strikes on both labor and management, tension has been felt far and wide. How do unions impact industries, supply chains, business competitiveness, and the broader economy? What role does technology, globalization, and changing workforce dynamics play in shaping the future of organized labor? With companies and unions reaching new agreements, join us in contemplating the challenges and benefits of unionization in various industries.
This discussion took place on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, as part of the Milken Institute’s 27th annual Global Conference. Three of the panel’s speakers are either members or advisors of the Aspen Business Roundtable on Organized Labor, a private network of CEOs, founders, investors, and other business leaders reinventing corporate America’s relationship with organized labor.