At a time when talent supply presents the ultimate dilemma for employers in many industries, second chance employment offers a practicable solution for expanding skilled labor force. While the first installment in this webinar series, sponsored by Smith Anderson, emphasized the need and benefits to job seekers, job creators, and communities, this session focused on implementation.
As part of a panel discussion, attendees heard application strategies of second chance hiring in their business, addressed the topic from an administration angle (including available state and local resources), and gained deeper insights from the perspectives of an employment attorney and a government representative for successful execution:
- Robert Baugnon, Vice President of Personnel, Fred Smith Company
- Dr. Tony R. Reggi, Education Program Administrator, NC Community College System, formerly with NC Department of Public Safety
- Kerry A. Shad, Attorney, Smith Anderson
- Moderator: Sharita M. Whitaker, Attorney, Smith Anderson
Additional Resources:
- NC DPS Reentry Programs and Services
- NC Works Information Hub
- StepUp North Carolina
- Raleigh Rescue Mission
- Society of Human Resource Managers (SHRM) “toolbox” to guide application in your business.