Workforce + Suppliers Market Report

Presented by Institute for Workforce Advancement (IWA) and Sports Power Infrastructure

Help Shape New York’s Workforce and Supply Chain and Enter to Win Premium Sports + Entertainment Experiences and Merch

THE OPPORTUNITY

New York is making major manufacturing and energy investments, creating demand for skilled workers, local suppliers, and stronger community partnerships. The Athletes Make The Best Workforce + Suppliers Market Report captures the interests and goals of athletes of all ages and levels connects them to careers, supplier opportunities, and community resources. Your voice matters.

WHY PARTICIPATE

Your input helps employers, utilities, manufacturers, agencies, educators, and nonprofits understand:

Workforce interests
Supplier and business opportunities
Training and certification needs
Community priorities
Barriers to employment and entrepreneurship

Results will appear in the 2026 Athletes Make The Best Workforce + Suppliers Market Report | NY Energy + Manufacturing.

THREE STEPS

1. COMPLETE THE SURVEY

Share your career interests, business goals, skills, certifications, and needed resources.

2. SHAPE THE REPORT

Your anonymous responses support New York’s athlete‑focused workforce and supplier intelligence, strengthening:

Workforce development
Supplier development
Community benefit programs
Local and domestic content strategies

3. ENTER TO WIN

Eligible participants can win premium Sports + Entertainment Experiences:

Pro sports events
Concerts
Broadway shows
VIP access
Exclusive merchandise

New York’s manufacturing and energy sectors are investing billions. This report helps ensure local talent, businesses, and communities are ready to participate. Whether you’re building a career, growing a business, or supporting your community, your participation strengthens New York’s economy.

Become a Community Benefit Partner to identify investments, appear in the report as one of New York’s Most Trusted Community‑Based Partners, and access future opportunities through the Sports Power Infrastructure Fund, managed by The SPIN Foundation.

Sports Power Energy + Manufacturing Social

Thur., October 22, 2026

5pm – 7pm | Location TBA | Brooklyn NYC

Join employers, manufacturers, utilities, government agencies, educators, nonprofit organizations, athletes, and community leaders as we celebrate New York's manufacturing and energy economy, discuss the preliminary survey findings, and announce the winners of the Sports + Entertainment Experiences.

Coming Soon: Support a sports and entertainment experience or donate your unused suite or tickets to help power New York’s energy and manufacturing industry.