When employers and learners achieve a shared understanding of what skills are needed for the jobs of the future and how those skills are counted and valued in the hiring process, learners make more informed decisions about a path to success in the career of their choice, and Career Technical Education (CTE) programs are more responsive to industry needs. To aid CTE leaders in expanding employer support for and participation in CTE programs and advocacy, Advance CTE conducted a national survey of 315 employers from predominantly in-demand industries to determine the top skills desired by employers, their attitudes toward CTE, and their current involvement in CTE partnerships. Conducted in November 2020, the survey provides a valuable snapshot of the challenges and needs of businesses facing a long recovery from the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic and directly affected by the 'skills gap.' Sixty-nine percent of businesses surveyed, the majority of which are connected to high-growth industries, reported experiencing a moderate or large negative impact from the pandemic. The research findings shared in this report empower CTE leaders and policymakers to better understand employer needs and capacity and make data-driven decisions to improve both program quality and employer engagement. When CTE systems are designed to consider the perspective and capacity of employers, learners will have greater access to experiences to explore and pursue the career of their choice without limits. The following four findings are detailed: (1) Employers view CTE very positively and see CTE as a value-add; (2) Employers value skills over degrees and believe CTE will help meet their skill-based hiring needs; (3) Employers overwhelmingly want to expand their partnerships with CTE programs; and (4) Businesses strongly favor increased public funding for CTE. Recommendations for State CTE Leaders are included.