As we head into 2026, one truth remains for employers: People are your greatest asset. Technology keeps evolving, markets keep shifting but it’s your employees’ knowledge, creativity and adaptability that determine success.
That’s why investing in training and development is no longer optional. It’s one of the smartest, most strategic decisions a company can make.
Training That Fits Your Team
Every organization has its own goals and challenges, so one-size-fits-all training rarely delivers lasting results. In addition to investing in traditional training programs, many companies are leveraging onsite, customized programs to address specific needs in leadership, HR, computer skills, marketing and/or workplace safety.
When training happens at your facility, employees learn in their real-world environment — and it also can be easier to schedule around your operations. A customized leadership class can address company-specific challenges; a safety session can focus on your exact equipment. The result? Learning that sticks and delivers real impact.
Training isn’t an expense; it’s a signal to your employees that they matter. Companies with strong learning cultures see higher retention, stronger collaboration and greater adaptability. When employees know their organization is willing to invest in their growth, they respond with loyalty, innovation and pride in their work.
From automation to hybrid workplaces, the demands of today’s workforce are constantly changing. The skills that keep teams resilient are built through consistent learning.
At The MBA, we’ve seen how training transforms teams and cultures. Make 2026 the year that you invest in your people — and partner with us!
Because when your employees grow, your business grows too.
For more information about The MBA’s onsite, customized Training programs, call 814/833-3200 or 800/815-2660. To learn about upcoming classes, see this month’s special Training Catalog insert or visit mbausa.org.
Tracy Daggett, PHR,
is the director of Training and Development at The MBA. Contact him at 814/833-3200, 800/815-2660 or tdaggett@mbausa.org.
