From Great Bend Chamber of Commerce...
Great Bend Economic Development (GBED) announces the 2024 Grow Workforce Summit, a premier event designed to inform and inspire employers and managers in the Barton County area. This year’s summit, organized in collaboration with the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce, Barton Community College, KansasWorks, and local business professionals, promises to be an invaluable resource for the local workforce.
Event Details:
Date: Nov. 13, 2024
Location: Great Bend Events Center, 3111 10th Street
Schedule:
Workforce Sessions:
- Hiring and Retaining Remote Workers: 9:00 am
- Welcome To GB - Resources and Connections: 10:00 am
- Apprenticeship and Internship: 11:00 am
Lunch & Keynote Speaker (Phillip Kelley): Noon to 1:30 pm
Networking and Resource Fair for Employers: 1:30 pm to 2:15 pm
Workforce Panel Discussion: 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Job Fair & Business Expo: 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm
The Grow Workforce Summit offers a comprehensive agenda, including educational sessions, an inspiring keynote speaker, panel discussions, networking opportunities, and a job fair. During the job fair, job seekers will benefit from specialized breakout sessions led by experts from KansasWorks, Barton Community College, and seasoned career coaches, focusing on the essential soft skills needed to thrive in today’s job market.
The luncheon will feature keynote speaker Phillip Kelley, Founder of Purpose-Driven Coaching, Overcomer Academy, and Iceberg Leadership, and former team Chaplain/Character Coach for the Kansas City Chiefs. Phillip will share his insights on leadership, purpose, and overcoming challenges in the workplace, aiming to motivate and inspire all attendees.
Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the various resources available to the business community, gain new insights through workforce sessions, and connect directly with local employers during the Job Fair. Exciting giveaways and innovative opportunities for business exposure are just a few of the additional highlights of the event.
Registration and Sponsorship: To secure your spot at the Grow Workforce Summit or inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please contact GBED staff at [email protected] or visit www.gbedinc.com/growworkforce.
Join us in elevating our workforce strategies, empowering our businesses, and contributing to the continued prosperity of the Barton County area. We look forward to seeing you at the Grow Workforce Summit on Nov. 13!