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2023 Build Bentonville Lunch Q1 - Workforce presented by First National Bank of NWA
Date and Time
Thursday Mar 9, 2023
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CST
Thursday, March 9th
Doors open at 11:30am and lunch is served
Programming 12:00 to 1:00pm
Fees/Admission
Chamber Member: $45.00
Chamber Non-Member: $55.00
Contact Information
Sherry Rolsma
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Description
Build Bentonville
Workforce
Presented by First National Bank of NWA
For businesses to compete, they need ready access to highly skilled workers who may learn and adapt rapidly. The events of the past few years have vastly reshaped the workforce, the demands of workers, and needs of employers.
In reaction to growing business demand for talented workers, Bentonville and Northwest Arkansas are focusing on attracting, retaining, and growing a talented workforce.
This panel will focus on:
Attracting the workforce you need
Demonstrating how businesses may participate in the workforce system
Creating public-private partnerships to expand our skilled workforce
Panelists:
Tara Dryer, Ed.D, PMP, Senior Managing Director, University of Arkansas
Tania Overton, MBA, Business Services Coordinator, Northwest Arkansas Economic Development District
Sapna Ramachandran, Vice President of Talent Experience and Culture, Kitestring Technical Services
Josh Richards, Chief Operating Officer, Game Composites LLC
Moderator:
James Bell, MBA, Vice President, Bentonville Economic Development & Host of Bentonville Beacon Podcast, Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce
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