The Business Case for Fair Chance Hiring: A Workforce Strategy Hiding in Plain Sight
Fair chance hiring is a strategic workforce strategy that expands access to talent, helps reduce turnover, lowers long-term hiring costs, and supports a more stable workforce. It also connects individuals who are ready to work with employers willing to invest in their success.
Great Oaks Career Campuses: Adult Skills Training for Personal Success and the Future Economy
Alternate pathways to a successful career are essential. For adults who find that college isn’t in the cards or who realize that they need more training to reach their goals, adult education programs at area career centers can be the answer.
Fair Chance Blog Series: What is Fair Chance Hiring?
This post kicks off our Fair Chance blog series; a collection of stories, information, and practical examples about what it means to build a more honest, effective, and humane hiring system here in Cincinnati and Hamilton County. “Fair Chance” or “justice-impacted” individuals are those whose lives have intersected with the criminal legal system, whether through arrest, conviction, or incarceration.
The Competitive Advantage of Hiring People With Diverse Abilities and Neurodivergent Talent
In today’s competitive marketplace, employers are seeking every edge they can find to attract, retain, and engage top talent. One of the most overlooked opportunities lies in hiring individuals with diverse abilities and those who are neurodivergent.
The Power of Work, The Promise of Hope: The Beacon of Hope Business Alliance
Every neighborhood has potential waiting to be unlocked. Every person has strengths that can fuel growth, dignity, and belonging. At the Beacon of Hope Business Alliance, we believe that work is one of the greatest tools we have to restore opportunity and transform lives.
Building a Strong Regional Workforce: Four Workforce Investment Boards Driving Talent and Economic Growth
The Greater Cincinnati region’s economy crosses state and county lines, and so do its workforce challenges and opportunities. Four workforce investment boards (WIBs), serving Northern Kentucky, Cincinnati–Hamilton County, Southeast Indiana, and Butler–Clermont–Warren Counties, serve as workforce leaders in each of their jurisdictions and provide leadership, coordination, and resources to meet the needs of employers and jobseekers. Together, these WIBs form an interconnected system that ensures workers can access training and careers while employers connect with the talent they need.
The Ohio TechCred program is investing in the future of the Ohio workforce
In one of the greatest investments into skill development and organizational workforce in the history of our country, Ohio is leading by example with the TechCred program. Ohio leadership has recognized the importance of a technology skilled workforce, and they’ve supported their vision by making a significant financial investment. Since the program’s inception in 2019, the state has invested more than $151,000,000 into reimbursed tech training to Ohio organizations.
Women of Color in Tech – A Retrospective by Alena O’Donnell, Regional Project Director
At this moment in history, current news and events are riddled with tragedy and sadness so I want to break through all the “noise” and deliver stories of hope. “Antianna Beal was having difficulty finding a path that worked for her and was working at a Foot Locker when someone encouraged her to participate in the Workforce Innovation Center’s Women of Color in Tech program that was funded by JPMorganChase.
How to Leverage Data to Drive Effective Talent Attraction and Retention Strategies
When organizations invest in an intentional data strategy focused on relevant employee data collection and analysis cadence they are positioned to make strategic pivots that fuel hiring, increase retention, and foster equity.
Leadership Self-Esteem and The Impact in the Workplace
In today’s competitive work environment, it’s more important than ever for leaders and employees to feel confident and capable. Unfortunately, feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem can undermine even the most talented individuals.
Quality Child Care is More than a Family Issue – it’s a Business Issue
The annual “Take Your Child to Work Day” event comes every April, creating an opportunity to show your son or daughter just how much fun you have at work.
Alternative Career Pathways for Today’s Youth
The COVID-19 pandemic has undeniably changed every aspect of life. Specifically in the world of work, how, where, when, and even who we work for looks quite different than it did pre-pandemic – opening opportunities for alternative career pathways.
