Chamber issue: Sheboygan's labor shortage takes center stage
Workforce development took center stage at the Blue Harbor Resort Tuesday, Sept. 22, as local leaders met to continue a push for solutions to attract, retain and develop more skilled workers in Sheboygan County.
The first-ever Workforce Development Executive Summit, organized by the Sheboygan County Chamber, brought together about 200 community leaders representing area companies, schools and government for a discussion on the area's ongoing worker shortage.
The summit was held as the county continues seeing low unemployment and a high number of jobs that continue to go unfilled each month.
Dane Checolinski, director of the Sheboygan County Economic Development Corp., said the issue has become significant enough in recent years that it's altered his organization's mission, where they now emphasize workforce recruitment alongside more traditional economic development activities.
"The conversation changed with companies, which started saying, 'I have access to capital, I have orders, but I have no one to run this machine,'" Checolinski said during a panel discussion. "It actually got to the point where companies were telling us that without people, they're not expanding here." Read more: Sheboygan Press
2015 Kentucky Workforce Summit: Solutions for Economic Competitiveness
CEO of Siemens Foundation to discuss workforce
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David D. Etzwiler
CEO, Siemens Foundation |
What is the Kentucky Workforce Summit?
Creating a highly skilled workforce requires strong public programs and leadership from the private sector. The 2015 Kentucky Workforce Summit: Solutions for Economic Competitiveness will focus on what is happening right now in Kentucky — and what needs to happen going forward — to ensure the quality of the state’s workforce and improve the state’s economic position at home and around the globe.
An Informative Session You Won't Want to Miss!
The Workforce Equation: Supply and Demand
David D. Etzwiler, CEO, Siemens Foundation
David D. Etzwiler, CEO, Siemens Foundation
Successful workforce programs are designed to supply the skills that job seekers need to meet employers' needs. This session will look at today's workforce landscape regarding supply, demand, trends and continuing needs to assess where we are now and how we get to where we want to be.
Register now and don't miss this exciting, valuable session! Click here to view the rest of the agenda.
Pricing
$299/Kentucky Chamber Member
$399/Non-member
$149 Government/Non-Profit Rate. Call Lori Jo Hill at 502-848-8727 to take advantage of this discount.
October 19, 2015 | Hyatt Regency Lexington | Lexington, Ky.
Questions?
Contact Lori Jo Hill at lhill@kychamber.com or 502-848-8727
Contact Lori Jo Hill at lhill@kychamber.com or 502-848-8727
Chamber idea: Tours help Ocean Springs business owners get to know one another
When small business owners get to know other small business owners, the Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce says it could lead to a bigger profit margin for all.
That's why the Chamber launched a series of city tours exclusively for business owners called "Meet Your Neighbors"
In the year since Brandin Brosh opened her clothing store in downtown Ocean Springs, she has built relationships with many of her customers.
In the year since Brandin Brosh opened her clothing store in downtown Ocean Springs, she has built relationships with many of her customers.
"I just like the atmosphere down here versus being in a crowded busy mall,"said Brosh. "I form relationships with my clients and everyone is great."
To also develop bonds with other business owners like herself, Brosh has tagged along for two of Ocean Springs Chamber's Meet Your Neighbors tour. In 2015, the Chamber will host a total of six tours which will make stops in businesses across the city.
"Uptown. Downtown. And all over town. The opportunity for businesses to meet other businesses," said Margaret Miller, Chamber Director. "You put 20 people on a trolley from eight in the morning until two in the afternoon and the partnering that takes place on that trolley has been phenomenal." Read more: WLOX.com
Bartlett, Batavia, Geneva, St. Charles and Western DuPage Chambers to host business Expo
The Bartlett, Batavia, Elgin, Geneva, St. Charles, and Western DuPage chambers of commerce will host the second Fox River Luncheon & Business to Business Expo, with guest speaker Lt. Governor Evelyn Sanguinetti.
The event will be held from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sept. 30 at St. Andrews Golf Club, 2241 Route 59, West Chicago. It will feature sponsored businesses during the Fox River Luncheon & Business to Business Expo followed by lunch with Lt. Gov. Sanguinetti telling her inspirational story.
Admission is $35 for members of the six chambers of commerce and $50 for nonmembers. For more information, contact the Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce. team@westerndupagechamber.com or (630) 231-3009.
Tickets Now on Sale for Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber’s New Event-Flashback!
Taylor, MI – The Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber has added a new event to its line-up. Flashback! will be a trip back in time to everyone’s high school days. Wear your high school colors and bring high school memorabilia for a chance to win prizes. Enjoy high school hangout food like burgers, dogs, onion rings and nachos! Unlike your usual high school hangout, there will be a cash bar!
Dance to the music of the past seven decades by a live band and compete with your friends in trivia and other fun contests.
The main show will feature comedian/hypnotist Kevin Lepine. Winner of "Best of Vegas" and other awards, Kevin Lepine is thrilling audiences nightly with his show Hypnosis Unleashed on the Vegas Strip. Razor sharp comedy mixed with charm will make this an unforgettable event.
Sponsorships are available for Chamber members who want to promote their businesses to this audience.
Date: Thursday, September 15, 2015
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Location: Parkside Gardens, 14700 Reaume Parkway Civic Circle, Southgate, MI
Cost: $30 pp. or $250 for a table of ten
Registration: Online at www.swcrc.com, by phone at 734.284.6000 or by email at info@swcrc.com
CONTACT: Sandy Mull, 734.284.6000, ext. 29 or sandy@swcrc.com
Fairfax Chamber to Host Panel of 2015
Greater Washington Innovation Awards Finalists and Winners
Fairfax Chamber’s Innovation in Action panel on Tuesday, September 29th, from 3:00 – 5:00 PM at the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce in Tysons Corner, Virginia. The panel will feature industry-leading companies and inspiring individuals whose innovations create new consumers and markets. These are the individuals who are transforming the way we do business.
Panelists will discuss:· Fairfax Chamber Innovation Awards submissions
· How to create a culture of innovation within the workplace
· What or who inspires and motivates them to stay innovative
· Advice for up-and-coming leaders and companies striving to be innovative in today’s business environment.
Registration is available online. Entry is $30 for Fairfax Chamber members and $50 for non-members. Panelists include:
· Beth Brummel, VP of External Affairs, Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts
· Mike Keymer, Chief Executive Officer, Origent Data Services, Inc.
· Adam Segal, Founder, cove
· Moderated by Harry Klaff, Managing Director, JLL
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