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Four Dynamic Areas of Growth, a first-of-its-kind report that puts the size of the care economy at $648 billion, making it $138 billion larger than the US pharmaceutical industry and larger than the US hotel, car manufacturing, and social networking industries combine.

A divisive political landscape was a defining attribute of 2020 and will continue to be one in 2021. However, one universally agreed-upon issue is the endlessly exhausting toll the pandemic has on caregivers.

Researchers behind a new survey on Gen Z say employers and health care providers can learn from the habits of this group, which is joining the workforce at the highest rate. Whether it’s their prioritization of mental health or their holistic approach to health, employers should take note.

How much does caregiving—from childcare to caring for elders—contribute to the U.S. economy? According to a report from Melinda French Gates’ Pivotal Ventures and support from Springbank. It’s $648 billion.

Springbank Founding Partner Courtney Leimkuhler joins Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow to discuss how the companies in their portfolio are building the infrastructure to close the gender gap -- addressing the long-overlooked needs of women, caregivers, and working families.

Listen to our co-founder and partner, Elana Berkowitz, discuss opportunities to keep women in the workforce right now, how Springbank is disrupting the way we think about caregiving, and what’s being overlooked when it comes to women’s health and investment today.