Description

CareerSource Brevard, the area authority on workforce development, is hosting a no-cost Business Learning Event for employers. Addressing Barriers to Employment is designed to help employers explore new hiring opportunities in untapped segments of the workforce. With the help of CareerSource Brevard’s information and resources, employers can find new prospects to fill key positions. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN 

Whether its young adults, older workers, veterans and military families, the underemployed or individuals with disabilities, attendees will learn how to hire and retain employees that have barriers to employment. This includes such challenges as transportation, childcare, disabilities, or legal responsibilities – barriers that often keep worthy candidates from being considered for employment. Learn the facts, stats, and myths surrounding employees with justice involvement, and hear from experts about the best practices and resources available for both employers and employees. Many businesses are succeeding by choosing to consider this population of qualified individuals. Your company can, too! Join us to learn more. 

PANEL OF EXPERTS 

Madeleine Thakur – President & CEO, The Children’s Movement of Florida 

Kathy Davis – Assistant Bureau Chief, Vocational Rehab, FL Department of Education 

Allison Chase – President & CEO, Able Trust 

Terry Jordan – Transit Director, Space Coast Area Transit 

Natasha Villalba-Cruz – Commute Account Executive, Commute with Enterprise 

Commander Stephen Fernez – Commander of Jail Operations, Brevard County Sheriff’s Office 

Guest Speaker 

Dr. Gloria L. Weatherspoon Chief Engagement Officer/Owner, Space Coast People Solutions 

REGISTER HERE 

Questions? Email Stephanie Robinson srobinson@careersourcebrevard.com