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Business Over Lunch: Workforce Development

August 13, 2024 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM (CDT)

Description

Join us as we hear about workforce development from Byran Amezquita with Amez Enterprises. 

When encountering labor issues within your organization, it is crucial to have a well-thought-out workforce development plan in place. This plan should address the challenges faced by your workforce and provide solutions to improve productivity and employee satisfaction. By focusing on training, communication, and employee engagement, you can effectively navigate through labor issues and ensure the success of your organization. 

Important considerations for workforce development strategies during recruitment and retention obstacles. In the midst of challenges with hiring and keeping staff, it is essential to establish a carefully crafted workforce development strategy. This strategy should prioritize methods for attracting and retaining high-quality employees, while also addressing any deficiencies in skills or expertise among current staff. Through the implementation of a thorough workforce development strategy, companies can enhance their competitiveness in the job market. 

One key aspect of workforce development strategies is investing in training and professional development opportunities for employees. By providing ongoing learning opportunities, companies can help employees enhance their skills and stay engaged in their roles. Additionally, offering competitive compensation and benefits packages can help attract top talent and reduce turnover rates. It is also important for companies to create a positive work culture that values diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being. By focusing on these aspects, companies can create a strong workforce that is motivated, skilled, and committed to the organization's success. 

Key takeaways for workforce development plans focusing on recruitment and retention when facing labor issues or enhancing your systems.

● How to clearly define the goals and objectives of the plan to ensure alignment with the organization's overall strategy. 

● Identify ways to Identify the skills and competencies needed for current and future roles within the organization. 

● Implement a comprehensive training and development program to address any skill gaps and promote continuous learning.

● Maintain a simplistic performance management system to track progress and provide feedback to employees. 

● Evaluate the effectiveness of the workforce development plan regularly and make adjustments as needed to ensure its success


 Business Over Lunch is open to all Chamber members.  If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this event, please contact Carmen Kellerman (ckellerman@rockfordchamber.com).

Time

11:30am | Networking Begins

11:40am | Lunch Buffet Opens

11:45am | Welcome and Introductions 

12:00pm | Presentation 

1:00pm | Sponsor recognition & farewell

Pricing

$28

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Name: Carmen Kellerman
Email: ckellerman@rockfordchamber.com
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