Expanding Your Recruitment Pool

2102 South C Street,Tacoma WA 98402

18 August, 2022

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**PLEASE READ**7:30am: Doors open/Breakfast Starts **please do not arrive earlier than 7:30am** 8:00am: Program begins***There is limited seating.*** NOTE: Late Registration/Walk-Ins ticket cost is $60 each and may be limited based on number of preregistered.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please welcome** Ty Reed from Recovery Career Services,** Michele Hernandez from Trillium Employment Services, and** Kari Haugen from WorkForce CenterPresenting:Expanding Your Recruitment Pool, a Panel DiscussionSummary: Nearly every employer is currently facing hiring challenges. One things is clear: Recruiters need to think in new ways to keep their organizations staffed and functioning. Our August chapter meeting will be a panel discussion with representatives from three organizations that can expand your recruitment pool. We will discuss if and how justice-impacted/second change, youth, and individuals with disabilities can become a vital part of your hiring and retention efforts. Learning Objectives -- Participants will be able to:Debunk myths associated with hiring outside the traditional candidate poolImplement the benefits of a diverse workforce with new recruitment strategies*This program is pending for 1.0 PDCs toward SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification.* *1.0 Business Credit pending through HRCI.* About the Speakers:Ty Reed has been a featured speaker and presenter for many organizations, including Amazon, Comcast, and the University of Washington. His blend of humor and valuable information for HR professionals has made him a popular choice for companies interested in learning about building more inclusive hiring practices and improving relations with current employees. In 2020, Ty founded Recovery Career Services, a nonprofit focused on career coaching for people in recovery from addiction, homelessness, and past criminal justice involvement. He holds an MBA, a PHR, and a Certified Workforce Development Professional (CWDP) designation. Michele Hernandez is an Assistant Program Manager with Trillium Employment Services. I graduated from the University of Washington and reside in Pierce county. I am dedicated to the mission of supporting adults of all abilities find meaningful and competitive jobs. I wholeheartedly believe in the power of community and will continue to work on equity on social justice issues for the people I serve. Kari Haugen is the Director of WorkForce Partnerships at WorkForce Center in Tacoma. In this role, she bridges the gap between job seekers, employers, and community organizations to build a robust workforce pipeline and ensure economic vitality across the region. Kari holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Washington. Thank you to our 2022 Platinum Sponsor, Pacific Source! Contact Chris Eglian to learn more! [email protected] t: 206-465-8538 Thank you to our 2022 Silver Sponsor, Embright! Contact Kristian Kjelstrup to learn more! [email protected] t: 206.914.9524 Thank you to our 2022 Bronze Sponsor, University of Washington Tacoma Professional Development Center! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FAQsIs my registration/ticket transferable?No, only the person who registered for the event may attend. You cannot send someone else in your place regardless of who paid for the ticket. If I do not attend, can I roll-over my paid ticket to next month?No, registrations are only valid for the meeting in which you registered for. Is it ok if the name on my ticket/registration doesn't match the person who attends?No, only the person listed on the ticket may attend.