The Talent Journey Conference
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Designed to tackle tough attraction and retention issues, this conference brings together executives, higher education and available resources for many different industry sectors including: advanced manufacturing/skilled trade, technology, healthcare, automotive/engineering, and professional services.
Representatives from a plethora of state-wide, local, public and private resources will be presenting and part of our trade fair to assist you and your company with your needs.
Keynote Executive Panel Discussion:
Attraction and Retention in Today?s Environment
Our expert panel introduce a unique perspective on the talent journey, challenges with finding & keeping great qualified staff, and prioritizing next steps and initiatives from a global, state and local perspective.
Ryan Rasmussen, Founder & CEO, Fieldstone Architecture & Engineering
Carolyn Wilson, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, Beaumont Health System
Scott Cieslak, CFO US & Canada, Faurecia
Sammie Lucaskiewicz, Deputy Director, Marketing & Strategy, Michigan Department of Talent & Economic Development
Breakout Sessions Include (Please choose your two session choices at the time of registration in the drop down list.):
Creating a culture of development is a key success factor in developing, recruiting and retaining talent. Top talent is highly interested in a tw-way benefit, especially, "What's in it for me?" Learn several practical tips you can do to create a culture where staff wnat ot stay, grow and contribute.
Steve Gravenkemper, PhD, Partner, Talent & Organizational Development, Plante Moran
Tony Sapienza, Director of Communications, Faurecia
Changing the Perception of the Professional Trades
One of the most talked about topics and the year?s biggest initiatives, hear what?s being done and future plans to change the next generations image of skilled/professional trades.
Jennifer Llewellyn, Manager of Oakland County Workforce Development & Oakland County Michigan Works!
Doug Smith, Director, Workforce Development, Oakland Community College
Sammie Lucaskiewicz, Deputy Director, Marketing & Strategy, Michigan Department of Talent & Economic Development
Retention in Today?s Environment
Misunderstanding the ?employee value proposition? can be a dangerous way to lose your best workers. Learn how to develop proven steps to surpass your employee?s expectations.
David Darbyshire, Engineer / Co-Owner, DASI Solutions
Paul LaFrance, Owner, General Manager, Regional Developer-Michigan, Express Employment Professionals
Training, Development and Mentorship ? One Size Does NOT Fit All
Key experts provide their unique methods to cultivate their talent ultimately growing their business. Find out how you can do the same leveraging similar techniques that work for your company.
Timothy Taylor, PhD, Vice Chancellor, Oakland Community College
Susan Cathcart, PhD, Program Director of Business Administration, Instructional Effectiveness Specialist, Baker College
Sandy Fiaschetti, Co-Founder & Managing Principal, Magnet Consulting
I Need HELP with Resources
Skilled trades, technology, healthcare, automotive, engineering, the list goes on? This session explores creative ways to assist your company with filling open positions.
Brandon Malson, President, EAM Staffing
Blaine Schultz, President-Staffing Division, AccessPoint
Rob Wicker, VP of Recruitment & Operations, Reliance One
Selecting the Right Talent to Find "The One That Fits"
Hiring managers and company executives should know exactly what type of workplace they are striving to create. Learn valuable techniques to find the right candidate to meet your company objectives.
Carolyn Wilson, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, Beaumont Health Systems
A representative from Aerotek
For more information, click HERE to view the Talent Journey Conference event flyer
Date and Time
Friday Oct 27, 2017
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM EDT
8:00 am to 1:30 pm
Agenda
8:30 am ? 9:45 am Speaker Panel
9:45 am ? 10:30 am Networking Break, Visit Resource Center
10:30 am ? 11:15 am Breakout Session #1
11:15 am ? 11:25 am Break
11:25 am ?12:10 pm Breakout Session #2
12:10 am ? 2:00 pm Working Lunch with Roundtable Discussion
Location
Marriott Auburn Hills/Pontiac
3600 Centerpoint Pkwy
Pontiac, MI 48341
Fees/Admission
Registration Fee:
Members:$99
Future Members: $149
For Sponsorship information: Contact Jean Jernigan at jjernigan@auburnhillschamber.com
Buy 5 tickets, receive a 10% discount!
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Refund & Registration Policy
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Contact Information
Catherine Lewis, Business & Event Operations Manager
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