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SUMMARY:Bridge the Talent Gap
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Prince Conference Center & Hotel in Grand Rapids for a dynamic session on the benefits of including neurodivergent individuals in your workforce. Learn how embracing neurodiversity can strengthen your company while contributing to the economic success of our region. \nAfter the program\, connect with education institutions\, community organizations\, and talent partners who support employers in diversifying talent pipelines and enhancing talent development. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn\, network\, and make an impact on your employer! \n\nWhat You’ll Gain:\n \n\nInsights into the neurodivergent workforce and the benefits of inclusion\nConnections with partners to diversify your talent pipelines and strengthen your current workforce\nAccess to untapped talent pools\n2 SHRM professional development credits\n\n\n\nKeynote: Unlocking the Potential of the Neurodivergent Workforce\nDespite ongoing labor shortages\, a large pool of neurodivergent talent remains untapped. This group\, comprising individuals with conditions such as autism\, ADHD\, dyslexia\, and dyspraxia\, represents 15-20% of the population. However\, traditional business models often overlook their value\, with unemployment rates for neurodivergent individuals reaching as high as 30-40%. \nThe presentation will explore the challenges neurodivergent workers face and provides practical strategies for employers to attract\, retain\, and grow neurodiverse talent. \n\nMeet the Speaker: Matthew Leger\nMatthew Leger\, founder of ML Consulting and Director of Research and Strategy at NeuroTalent Works\, is an expert in workforce development and neurodiverse inclusion. With a background in policy research at Harvard and the American Enterprise Institute\, his thought leadership has been featured in outlets such as CNN\, Bloomberg\, and The Washington Post. He holds an MPA from the University at Albany and currently lives in Massachusetts with his family. \n  \n\nThank you to our strategic partners!\nThese organizations are investing in West Michigan through their sponsorship of our 2024 Talent Solutions Series. With their support\, we are convening experts and innovators to elevate best practices in talent management and workforce solutions. \n  \n 
URL:https://talentfirst.net/event/expand-talent-pipelines/
LOCATION:Prince Conference Center and Hotel\, 1800 E Beltline Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talent Solutions Series
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