What's On The Horizon for Central Ohio's Workforce

Our guest is Kelly Fuller, Vice President of Talent and Workforce Development at the Columbus (OH) Chamber.

Our workforce has certainly changed over the past few years. The shortage of workers is not a new phenomenon but has certainly grown to a critical level. The issues in our economy and workforce are usually the top headline. Today we have lots to discuss.

Our discussion with Kelly includes...

• Information on the Central Ohio workforce, current state and outlook for the future.
• The types of programs available to employers for recruiting and retaining talent, particularly immigrant applicants. Are there special programs for minority and women-owned businesses? The resources and agencies to support the efforts?
• Efforts to support a multi-generational workforce – training for employers and applicants. There are 2 million fewer older adults in the workforce – does anything address this issue?
• Chamber programs that support and assist recruiting in Central Ohio. As well as support for employers.

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