Understanding the Employment Skills Gap in CNY explores the apparent disconnect between the number of people looking for full-time employment and the unfilled jobs in the area. What are the real reasons job-seekers cannot find good employment and businesses cannot find candidates with the desired skills --- and what can employees, employers, workforce developers and employment agencies do to help bridge the gaps? The study revealed many real barriers for both employers and job-seekers as well as the potential for the employment community to utilize approaches that optimize success for all partners.