Forum 2: The Employer-Employee Power Shift and the Future of Work

Time:
July 22, 2022 - 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Room:
Walter E. Washington Convention Center // 145B

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One of the unexpected impacts of the COVID pandemic and the necessary proliferation of remote and hybrid work has been the so-called “Great Resignation*.” Workers across industries are walking away from low pay, unrewarding workplace culture, and poor work-life balance. In other words, the power dynamic has shifted, putting pressure on the employer to offer more incentives than simply “a job” to attract the best candidates. Our panel takes a deep dive into the future of work in this new environment. Is the hybrid model here to stay? And what are today’s workers looking for in a potential employer? We’ll discuss the importance of creating a purpose-driven company culture where employees feel valued.

Moderator: Dr. Candace Steele Flippin, Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer at Acuity Brands

Sponsor Remarks:
Lamous Hall, Managing Director, Operations, FedEx Freight
Rahman Khan, Vice President of Community Impact for Charter Communications

Panelists: 
Will Lucas, Founder and CEO at Creadio, Brand Manager, AfroTech & Black Tech Green Money
Monique Jefferson, Chief Human Resources Officer, NY Public Radio
Charlene Wheeless, Principal, Charlene Wheeless, LLC and Senior Advisor for Equity and Justice, APCO Worldwide

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