Graduating Talent: From Classroom to Career

New Team Member – Joseph Ligon | Workforce Partner Spotlight – Recovery Friendly Hamilton County | WorkOhio – Join Our Employer Partner Network | Featured Event – Talent Collaborative of Greater Cincinnati Summer Convening | From the Chamber – Influence and Authority: A Leadership Roundtable Session | From the Blog | News of Interest

Celebrating Second Chance Month in Hamilton County

April is recognized nationally as Second Chance Month, with local organizations across the region marking the month through events and activities focused on expanding opportunity. Our team had the opportunity to attend and participate in two of these events in support of Second Chance Month and the jobseekers they serve.

Building a Practical Reentry Ecosystem in Hamilton County

Each year, approximately 700 individuals return home to our community from the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction. When accounting for individuals returning from federal facilities and the Hamilton County jail system, that number grows significantly, totaling closer to 1,900 people reentering our community annually. Across the state, the three-year recidivism rate stands at 31.45%.

Hiring Returning Citizens – What Employers Should Know

Across the country, employers are seeking dependable workers who are motivated to succeed and eager to contribute. At the same time, many returning citizens—individuals involved in the legal system—are working every day to rebuild their lives, and employment is one of the most important steps in that process.

Employer Event: Healthcare in a Day at the Christ Hospital

On March 4, 2026, we invited our workforce partners to attend a Healthcare in a Day event hosted by The Christ College of Nursing & Health Sciences and The Christ Hospital as part of our Employer Tour Program. Healthcare in a Day is a twice-per-year event designed to highlight healthcare career opportunities for high school students interested in pursuing careers in the healthcare field.