Travelers Institute Examines U.S. Workforce Decline in Webinar with Aspen Institute’s Pardue — The Travelers Companies, Inc.

Event summary

The Travelers Institute will host a webinar on April 15, 2026, titled 'America’s Shrinking Workforce: How Demographic Trends Are Reshaping the U.S. Economy.'
Dr. Luke Pardue, Policy Director of the Aspen Economic Strategy Group, will present findings from the Aspen Institute’s report 'Demographic Headwinds: The Economic Consequences of Lower Birth Rates and Longer Lives.'
The webinar will explore the implications of declining birth rates and an aging population on labor markets, public policy, and the business community.
The session is part of the company’s Wednesdays with Woodward® series, which is free and open to the public.

The big picture

The U.S. is experiencing a historic demographic shift with declining birth rates and an aging population, which will strain economic growth and fiscal sustainability. The Travelers Institute’s webinar highlights the need for long-term solutions to maintain a productive economy, particularly in industries reliant on a stable labor force. This discussion is critical for policymakers, businesses, and investors navigating the implications of these trends.

What we're watching

Labor Market Impact: How declining birth rates and an aging population will affect labor supply and economic growth.
Policy Responses: Whether public policy can mitigate the economic consequences of demographic shifts.
Industry Adaptation: The pace at which businesses, particularly in the insurance sector, adapt to a shrinking workforce.