The 2013 State of St. Louis Workforce highlighting new employer perceptions on key talent development issues such as the value of online degrees, industry-recognized certificates and experienced workers was released to over 450 business, education and community leaders, the largest public audience to date. This annual study of the regional economic landscape providing timely and critical workforce intelligence is developed by the Workforce Solutions Group of St. Louis Community College. The strategic partnerships and extensive research processes involved in the State of St. Louis Workforce, 2013 signifying the fifth consecutive year, ignite the innovation that brands St. Louis Community College a premiere provider of workforce education.