Talent & Workforce Solutions
High-impact workforce programming: readiness training, career pathways, partner training, and custom employer-aligned programs.
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Transforming Intelligence Into ImpactThe Black Doctoral Network (BDN) brings together the unmatched intellectual capital of scholars, researchers, educators, and practitioners across the nation to solve real-world challenges in talent development, workforce performance, and organizational effectiveness. From workforce solutions to leadership development, national pipeline programs, and research-based insights, BDN partners with universities, nonprofits, government agencies, and employers to strengthen systems, develop people, and improve outcomes. Our mission is simple: We transform intelligence into impact. We turn research into results. We build the pipelines that build the nation. Explore our capabilities below. |
Capabilities SnapshotTalent & Workforce SolutionsHigh-impact workforce programming: readiness training, career pathways, partner training, and custom employer-aligned programs. Learn MoreLeadership & Professional DevelopmentTraining for leaders, supervisors, faculty, and staff to drive measurable outcomes and stronger teams. Learn MoreResearch & Thought LeadershipPolicy briefs, applied research, trend analyses, and data-driven insights for institutional decision-making. Learn MoreNational Pipeline InitiativesScalable pipeline programs recruiting and training students into education, health, public service, and STEM roles. Learn More |
Explore the DivisionsTalent & Workforce SolutionsBuilding stronger workforce pipelines: training, pathway development, employer-aligned programs, and partner training that lead to sustainable employment outcomes. ![]() Leadership & Professional DevelopmentTraining for leaders and supervisors focused on decision-making, team performance, accountability systems, and professional skills development. ![]() Research & Thought LeadershipApplied research, policy briefs, trend analyses, and frameworks that help institutions make informed, evidence-based decisions. ![]() National Pipeline InitiativesPrograms that recruit and support future teachers, scholars, healthcare workers, public servants, and STEM talent across the nation. ![]() Institutional Effectiveness & MetricsEvaluation, benchmarking, dashboards, and reporting to help institutions measure outcomes and scale impact. ![]() |