The growing problem of unemployment, underemployment and even sheer unemployability. Longer term global economic trends, demographics, and the deep and ongoing recessionary environment in the US have brought these issues into sharp and painful focus at both the national as well as the individual level. What are the mid and long-term consequences of the employment landscape that we are experiencing? What needs can be met by creative innovation of products and services that may serve the needs of individuals, communities, or governments?

Redstar in studying the challenges, opportunities, and business trends attributable to the broader theme of underemployment. What can entrepreneurs do to have an impact? What kinds of companies can flourish in this difficult environment. We're hoping to find out.