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"The Power of Different"

Posted by Melissa Streich | August 25, 2017

Are you curious about how you can grow your competitive business advantage, as well as, hearing what some specific businesses are currently doing to help recruit and retain a strong workforce?
Attend the “The Power of Different” on Friday, September 22, 2017 from 8:30 AM to noon at The Crossings (Montevideo Golf Club) 4490 W Hwy 212, Montevideo, MN
Diversity is a Competitive Advantage!

Research shows organizations with employees of different ages, races, genders, religions, physical abilities and thinking styles perform better.
• Attract & retain quality employees • Expand customer base
• Enhance performance & innovation • Reduce risk of litigation
Hear presentations from:
“ The Power of Different” – Tracy Hassan
A professional speaker and trainer in Customer Service and Employee Engagement, Tracy Hassan offers a fun and insightful look at how global and local companies embrace “The Power of Differ-ent” to increase innovation, performance & profitability!
“A Look at Our Region” – Luke Greiner
DEED Regional Labor Market Analyst Luke Greiner provides labor market information and dis-cusses current and future workforce data beneficial to area employers.
Business Panel and Group Discussion – Hear from Len Bakken, JBS, Worthington, Raquel Rolla, Mid-Continent, Cottonwood, David Lamas, Duininck Incorporated, Prinsburg, and Advance Opportunities as they share what they are doing to recruit and retain a competitive workforce. An excellent opportunity to network!
Register by September 15, 2017—www.eventbrite.com
$20.00 (includes breakfast & refreshments)
This event is coordinated by the Southwest Initiative Foundation, City of Montevideo, Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council, Southwest West Central Service Cooperative, Montevideo Area Chamber of Commerce, Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services
For special accommodation, contact Julie Redepenning—mjredepen@msn.com or 320-269-9372
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-power-of-different-tickets…
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