WASHINGTON, D.C. – On October 1, 2025, Mayor Muriel Bowser and regional leaders officially launched Talent Capital AI, a first-of-its-kind digital platform designed to support displaced federal workers and strengthen the Greater Washington workforce. The initiative brings together government, business, education, and nonprofit partners across Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
The launch event, hosted at JP Morgan Chase’s Bowen building, marked a significant milestone in cross-sector collaboration aimed at addressing the growing demand for local talent. The platform connects job seekers with over 100,000 employment opportunities across the region while providing access to free career coaching, training programs, and professional development resources.
“We are one region united by shared challenges and shared opportunity,” said Rodney Lusk, Fairfax County Supervisor and chair of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments. “This platform is more than a tool. It’s a statement that we believe in investing in people and building systems that work for everyone.”
Regional Collaboration Powers Workforce Initiative
Talent Capital AI represents an unprecedented level of regional workforce initiatives. The platform was developed through partnerships between the Greater Washington Partnership, the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, JP Morgan Chase, Washington Gas, and numerous educational institutions including the University of the District of Columbia, George Washington University, and Trinity Washington University.
Alex Orfinger, publisher of the Washington Business Journal, emphasized the significance of this collaborative effort. “Regional collaboration and leadership are usually not words that we associate with our region,” Orfinger noted. “But this effort shows what’s possible when we align vision with action.”
The initiative mobilized more than $20 million in philanthropic commitments beyond annual spending. JP Morgan Chase contributed $5.3 million to the Greater Washington Partnership‘s Talent Ready Initiative, supporting students across Baltimore, Fairfax County, Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, and Washington D.C.
Free Training and Career Support
Higher education partners are offering comprehensive support through Talent Capital AI. The University of the District of Columbia provides no-cost training in project management, data science, and professional coaching services. George Washington University offers no-cost executive coaching and reduced-cost professional programs. Trinity Washington University delivers no-cost webinars, certificates, and courses designed for career transitions.
“Our region is home to some of the most skilled and talented professionals in the nation,” said Dr. Maurice Edington, president of the University of the District of Columbia. “This initiative ensures that we do not lose that talent, but instead channel it into the jobs of the future.”
The platform features AI-enhanced tools to help users translate federal workers‘ service experience into new career pathways. Maryland Secretary of Labor Porsha Woo highlighted the importance of these technological capabilities. “Using this vehicle is going to help all of us work together more closely toward a more equitable and resilient workforce,” Woo stated.
Does Talent Capital AI Actually Work?
Kathleen Borgetta, founder of Pivoting Parents and a former USAID employee, shared her experience at the launch event. After receiving her termination letter just 11 weeks after delivering her first child, Borgetta created a community supporting caregivers navigating job loss in the federal workspace.
“I couldn’t have foreseen that this would be my first year of motherhood,” Borgetta said. “But I also never imagined the many ways in which this community would show up for me and for my family.”
Through coaching provided by Grounded Idealist, a Talent Capital partner that has mobilized nearly 3,000 professional coaches, Borgetta was able to transform her experience into Pivoting Parents, which now serves nearly 1,000 members.
Economic Impact and Future Vision
Mayor Bowser emphasized the region’s economic resilience and commitment to workforce development. “Our economy is shifting, our workforce is shifting, and we will shift with it,” Bowser declared. “We want to make sure that everybody stays encouraged, is able to see those opportunities.”
Victor Hoskins, president and CEO of Fairfax Economic Development Authority, reinforced the message of regional unity. “This is the first time in history that this has happened,” Hoskins said of the cross-jurisdictional collaboration. “We have to change our behavior to create a great future for us.”
The platform addresses not only immediate workforce needs but also prepares the region for future economic transitions driven by artificial intelligence and technological advancement. Maryland Secretary Woo noted that the DMV region ranks tops in the nation for residents with advanced degrees, representing a significant human capital asset.
Accessing Talent Capital AI
Job seekers and employers can access Talent Capital AI at TalentCapital.AI. The platform provides personalized career guidance, connects users with training opportunities, and matches candidates with employment opportunities across the Greater Washington region.
Tony Wellins, president and CEO of the Greater Washington Community Foundation, emphasized the long-term vision behind the initiative. “Our very existence is proof that when leaders come together across sectors and have vision, confidence in the future, strategic leadership and resources, all designed for the public good, anything is possible,” Wellins stated.
The launch of Talent Capital AI demonstrates the Greater Washington region’s commitment to supporting its workforce through collaboration, innovation, and shared investment in human capital development
