Dr. Jill Biden & Secretary Jewell Join Seattle-Area Business Leaders to Host Regional Forum on the 21st Century Workplace

As part of the Obama Administration's commitment to expanding economic opportunity for all and in anticipation of the White House Summit on Working Families, Dr. Jill Biden, Second Lady of the United States and U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell hosted a discussion with Seattle-area business leaders and spotlighted best practices that will help strengthen and build 21st century workplaces.

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    The panel discussion highlighted initiatives that will better support the needs of America's working families, businesses and economy. Photo: DOI

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    “Families today look very different than they used to—more women are working, Americans are caring for their children and their parents, and too many are living paycheck to paycheck. Our workplaces must adjust to meet these changes—not just to support workers, but because it is good for the bottom line,” said Dr. Biden. Photo: DOI

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