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Episode Synopsis
Tuesday, October 28 from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.at the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce, they hosted "Building and Retaining Diverse
Talent", a panel discussion exploring how organizations can attract and retain diverse young professionals. The conversation will focus on building an inclusive talent pipeline and creating conditions that help diverse talent connect, grow, and thrive within the Greater Lansing region.
• Samantha Harkins, CEO, Lansing 5:01
• Candace Williams, Talent Acquisition Specialist, LAFCU
• David Douglas, Supervisor of Talent Acquisition and Employee Relations, Lansing Board of Water & Light
• Laura Stoken, Partner & President, Rathbun Insurance
WHY IT MATTERS:
Attracting and retaining diverse young professionals is vital to our region’s long-term success. This event provides a timely story about workforce development, inclusive hiring practices, and economic growth in Greater Lansing. Media can highlight local leaders, showcase innovative strategies, and share examples of how businesses are shaping a stronger, more inclusive regional economy.
Talent", a panel discussion exploring how organizations can attract and retain diverse young professionals. The conversation will focus on building an inclusive talent pipeline and creating conditions that help diverse talent connect, grow, and thrive within the Greater Lansing region.
• Samantha Harkins, CEO, Lansing 5:01
• Candace Williams, Talent Acquisition Specialist, LAFCU
• David Douglas, Supervisor of Talent Acquisition and Employee Relations, Lansing Board of Water & Light
• Laura Stoken, Partner & President, Rathbun Insurance
WHY IT MATTERS:
Attracting and retaining diverse young professionals is vital to our region’s long-term success. This event provides a timely story about workforce development, inclusive hiring practices, and economic growth in Greater Lansing. Media can highlight local leaders, showcase innovative strategies, and share examples of how businesses are shaping a stronger, more inclusive regional economy.
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