Make Talent Your Greatest Competitive Advantage

Montgomery County, Maryland, is home to one of the most diverse and highly educated workforces in the country. With a population of over 1 million residents, where 33% of adults aged 25 or older hold an advanced degree, companies not only have exceptional access to top talent, workforce programs, and leading academic institutions, but are also able to attract, develop, and retain talent from around the world—supported by a high quality of life that blends the best of urban, suburban, and rural living.

162

languages spoken
in public schools

1M+

residents

3

of the top 5 most ethnically diverse cities in the U.S.

Montgomery College Campus, Takoma Park

TALENT DEVELOPMENT

Preparing Tomorrow’s Talent

Montgomery County’s workforce advantage extends beyond talent alone. Businesses also benefit from a strong network of workforce development programs, academic institutions, public and private schools, and community partners dedicated to building and sustaining a skilled talent pipeline. From internships and apprenticeships to workforce training and career pathways, employers can tap into a connected ecosystem designed to help recruit, develop, and retain not only the talent they need today, but the workforce they will need for the future.