UNITE-LA is honored to share that Kelly Reynolds, director of Education and Workforce Strategy & Policy, was appointed as vice chair of the Education and Workforce Development Committee for the Valley Industry & Commerce Association (VICA). In early February, Adam Gottlieb, director of Postsecondary Strategy & Policy, represented UNITE-LA in the vice chair role, sharing key updates on early care and education investments and the proposed 2026–27 State Budget.

VICA is one of Southern California's business advocacy organizations, representing thousands of employers across a broad range of industries and plays a leading role in advancing public policies that support economic vitality, workforce development and regional competitiveness.