Packaging School and AICC on Why Continuing Education Is Essential

Our very own Dr. Suggs and Alli Keigley write in a feature of BoxScore by AICC.

Dr. Suggs states:

"Across the industry, companies are increasingly recognizing that developing their people is one of the smartest investments they can make. According to multiple workforce studies, organizations that actively support employee learning see higher retention, stronger engagement, and better leadership pipelines. LinkedIn research found that 94% of employees say they would stay longer at a company that invested in their careers, and a strong learning culture is associated with 30%–50% higher retention rates.

Deloitte’s 2025 Global Human Capital Trends research reinforces this imperative: More than 70% of managers and workers alike say they’re more likely to join and stay with an organization if its employee value proposition supports them thriving in a dynamic, AI-enabled world, which includes career growth and learning opportunities.

This reflects a broader trend in which leaders at all levels want meaningful development: Managers are not only focused on operational outcomes but also eager for the skills that help them coach, motivate, and retain their teams. Deloitte’s research emphasizes that a manager’s ability to lead, inspire, and develop people is one of the largest influences on workforce productivity and retention, and effective coaching and development can boost direct reports’ performance and engagement."

Read the full BoxScore publication here: https://now.aiccbox.org/learning-never-stops-why-continuing-education-is-essential/