Annelies Goger is an economic geographer focused on developing innovative policy solutions to increase economic opportunity in the U.S. Dr. Goger’s recent work investigates how to align education systems and employer demand to scale earn-and-learn opportunities in the U.S.; how to improve labor and education data systems to promote skills-based practices in hiring; and how to improve economic mobility for youth through human-centered program design. She is an expert in U.S. workforce development policy, apprenticeships, global supply chains, and economic development.