Workforce Forum: Bridging Gaps, Creating Impact
Thursday, November 21, 2024 (9:00 AM - 3:00 PM) (CST)
Description
The Workforce Forum will be a comprehensive exploration of strategies to meet the workforce needs of our region. This event will provide an introductory overview of the economic factors and future-focused rationale of inclusionary practices and outreach efforts. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of Human Resources processes, local community resources and the role of non-profit agencies and industry partners in addressing workforce challenges. The Workforce Forum will also offer valuable insights into the regional workforce landscape, including data on gaps and needs. Attendees also will have dedicated time to connect and network with like-minded professionals dedicated to enhancing regional workforce outcomes.
AGENDA
8:30 am | Doors Open
8:30 am | Workforce Expo
9:00 am | Welcome
- Jane Vangsness Frisch, Vice President of Workforce, FMWF Chamber Foundation
- Taylor Syvertson, Director of Community Input, United Way of Cass-Clay
9:10 am | Panel Discussion – Striving for Solutions for Workforce Barriers
- Tina Amerman, Director of People Programs, Bobcat
- Jenna Klepatz, Director, Talent Acquisition, Essentia Health
- Danielle Woodard, US Human Resources Lead, Flint Group
- Moderator: Karla Isley, President/CEO, United Way of Cass-Clay
10:10am | Workforce Expo and Community Insights Overview
- Jane Vangsness Frisch, Vice President of Workforce, FMWF Chamber Foundation
- Taylor Syvertson, United Way of Cass-Clay
10:15am | BREAK and Workforce Expo
10:50 am | Keynote –Future-Ready Workforce: Unlocking Growth through Inclusion, Demographics, and Migration
- Whitney Harvey, Senior Director, Workforce Diversity and Inclusion, Minnesota Chamber Foundation
11:50 am | Community Insights #1
- Emma McIntyre, Manager of Development and Partnerships, Folkways
12:00 pm | Community Insights #2
- Ashley Littlewolf, Whole Family Career Coach/Self Sufficiency Asst. Coordinator, SENDCAA
12:10 pm | Community Insights #3
- Grace Rebel, Career and Education Coordinator, FMWF Chamber Foundation
12:20 pm | LUNCH and Workforce Expo
1:20 pm | Community Insights #4
- Dan Hannaher, Feild Officer Director, Fargo, Global Refuge
1:40 pm | Community Insights #5
- Bill Burnside, Team Leader, Moorhead RMCEP
1:50 pm | Panel Discussion - Workforce Solutions: State Workforce Development Councils and Programs
- Katie Rolston Howe, Director of Workforce Division, North Dakota Department of Commerce
- Katie McClelland, Director of Governor’s Workforce Development Board, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.
2:50 pm | Closing
- Jane Vangsness Frisch, Vice President of Workforce, FMWF Chamber Foundation
- Taylor Syvertson, Director of Community Input, United Way of Cass-Clay
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm | Workforce Expo and Networking
In partnership with
The State of Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) funded (or funded in part) this training through a grant. The grant recipient created this training. DEED does not endorse this publicity or training or make guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability, or ownership of the information herein or elsewhere.
No Cost | Registration Required (lunch provided)
904 Center Avenue
Moorhead, MN 56560
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