Wednesday, May 26, 2021
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The COVID-19 crisis has placed the leaders of Southeast Wisconsin at a crossroads of balancing short-term challenges with long-term uncertainties and opportunities. Thank you for joining us to discuss strategies around talent, innovation, business development and community as we continue to strengthen our regional economy. TODAY’S AGENDA: 8:00 AM - 8:15 AM - WELCOME 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM - KEYNOTE SPEAKER
- PROSPERITY AND RACIAL EQUITY IN MILWAUKEE 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM - TALENT TRENDS 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM - BREAKOUT SESSIONS (CHOOSE ONE)
1. Trends Impacting Corporate Investment & Job Creation 2. Turning Insights into Innovation in Times of Overwhelming Change 3. Regional Career Pathways Initiative Working Session
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM - VIRTUAL NETWORKING More detailed agenda on following pages
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AGENDA 8:00 AM - 8:15 AM - WELCOME 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM - KEYNOTE SPEAKER Amy Liu - Vice President & Director Brookings, Metropolitan Policy Program • Comparison of Milwaukee to peer metros using the Brookings Metro Recovery Index • COVID-19’s impacts toward equitable growth • Strategies & best practices for leaders on equitable recovery Amy Liu is a national expert on cities and metropolitan areas, Liu translates research insights into action on the ground, and excels at linking local experiences to federal policymaking. As Director of Brookings Metro, which Liu co-founded in 1996, she pioneered the program’s signature approach to state and local engagements, which uses rigorous research to inform strategies for economic growth and opportunity. Liu has worked directly on such strategies with scores of public, private, and philanthropic sector leaders in regions around the country.
INCREASED PROSPERITY AND RACIAL EQUITY IN MILWAUKEE’S FUTURE DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY Lafayette Crump - Commissioner of the Milwaukee Department of City Development
Born and raised in Milwaukee, Lafayette most recently served as Deputy Chief of Staff and Chief Diversity, Vendor and Engagement Officer for the Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee of the Democratic National Convention, where he ensured community involvement, the inclusion of local and diverse businesses, and corporate adherence to ethical, environmental, and employment and accessibility practices. Lafayette was also Chief Operating Officer of Prism Technical Management & Marketing Services, LLC, a multidisciplinary management consulting firm based in Milwaukee, WI, with an office in St. Louis, MO, and experience across the United States.
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9:15 AM - 10:00 AM - TALENT TRENDS Rebekah Kowalski - VP, Manpower Manufacturing at ManpowerGroup Rebekah will discuss labor market trends that have been interrupted or accelerated due to COVID-19, the economic downturn, and continued technological disruption and recalibrated job growth forecasts in the M7 region and where expectations have changed.
• Key skills in demand to fill growing roles • Opportunities to reskill & redeploy workers dislocated during the pandemic • The downstream impacts of the shifts/disruptions for education and workforce development systems • How talent developers can adapt to support regional employers and the workforce • Future-proof our workforce through continued upskilling and reskilling
PANEL OF TALENT DEVELOPERS DISCUSSING PRIORITIES AND STRATEGIES IN RESPONSE TO THE NEW LABOR TRENDS Rashi Arora Khosla - President/CEO at MARS Solutions Group Rashi launched MARS Solutions Group with boot strap capital and grew it to a thriving $8M business – in just four years. MARS Solutions Group has earned numerous awards and accolades, including spots on the Inc 5000 list, the Future 50 list and several CIO review recognitions.
Chytania Brown - President/CEO, Employ Milwaukee Chytania Brown has over 20 years of experience in criminal justice, workforce development, community development, policy, and advocacy. In 2020, she became the first African American female to be appointed President and CEO of Employ Milwaukee, Inc.
Dr. Morna K. Foy - President, Wisconsin Technical College System Dr. Morna K. Foy believes in the power of technical education to enrich lives and strengthen Wisconsin’s economy. The result is a sharp focus on the innovation necessary to deliver relevant, valuable learning opportunities for students at every stage of their lives and careers, and a reliable talent pipeline for employers in every sector and region of the state.
Navigating Disruption: | Business Resilience Resources D|K’s Talent shortages. Rising wage costs. Interrupted supply chains. Frustrated customers. Financial uncertainty. Today’s business environment is under unrelenting strain. Davis|Kuelthau, s.c. is committed to helping businesses navigate this uncharted territory. From timely guidance addressing workforce hurdles, contract risks, and finance to live Q&A webinars and one-on-one business consultation, D|K is here for you. We advise a wide array of companies, including manufacturers, distributors, real estate and construction firms, food and beverage producers, retail owners, and B2B service providers. For access to our complimentary guidance or to contact our business continuity attorneys, visit us at: www.dkattorneys.com/coronavirusguidance/.
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Talent needs meet talent solutions Are you an employer looking to solve a talent challenge? One of the key benefits of MMAC membership is access to trusted tools, information and referrals that help your business grow. When it comes to talent – the solutions you need are as close as your fellow members. We’re developing a Talent Solutions Directory to help you find and connect with the resources you need most. Whether you are looking to develop emerging talent through internships and career exposure, need to upskill your current workforce, or recruit for highly specialized positions, this tool will provide a curated database of service providers.
www.mmac.org/ TalentSolutionsDirectory.html Are you a Talent Services Provider? The MMAC Talent Solutions Directory helps you reach thousands of business leaders searching for innovative products and programs. By purchasing an annual listing, you will be able to: • Provide in-depth details on your company or organization • Enhance your offering with graphics, video, social media • Make direct connections through individual contact information Service Providers can be listed in three major categories: Attract: Help companies recruit candidates from in or outside the region to fill immediate openings
Advance: Develop engagement, retention and company culture or prepare employees for the next step in their careers through upskilling
Prepare: Help grow the talent pipeline and ensure tomorrow’s workers are ready for the jobs of the future
Get started on your listing today at www.mmac.org/TSDlisting.html Questions or concerns? Contact Alexis Debliltz - MMAC Talent Director at adeblitz@mmac.org
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10:15 AM - 11:00 AM - BREAKOUT SESSIONS (CHOOSE ONE)
1. MKE’s Place in the Global Economy: Trends Impacting Corporate Investment & Job Creation Leading site selection consultants share latest industry trends and their perspectives on the Milwaukee Region’s competitive position in attracting corporate investment nationally and internationally. Jason Hickey - President/CEO, Hickey & Associates
Brad Migdal - Senior Managing Director, Cushman & Wakefield
2. Turning Insights into Innovation in Times of Overwhelming Change Hear from leaders of nationally known Milwaukee Region brands about how companies are reprioritizing their strategic plans, reskilling their people, redeveloping their products and recalibrating company culture to meet the challenges of the post-pandemic economy. MODERATOR: Arik Johnson - Founder & Chairman, Aurora WDC PANEL:
Dr. Craig Fleisher Chief Analytics Officer, Aurora WDC
Catherine Jacobson CEO, Froedert
Richelle Bill Berrien Webb Dixon CEO, Pindel COO, Global Froedert Precision & Founder PRODx
Todd McLees Principal, Full Circle Innovation
3. Regional Career Pathways Initiative Working Session - Overview of Pathways WI initiative and M7 region’s five high-demand career pathways.
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BUILDING FOR TOMORROW The only project of its kind in the sterile injectable industry in the last 30 years, located in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
MANUFACTURED IN WISCONSIN FOR THE U.S.
77 new local jobs by 2022, 400+ jobs long-term
$250 million investment over 10 years
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM - VIRTUAL NETWORKING We are excited to be hosting networking in Showboat, an amazing new virtual networking platform brought to you by Stamm Media. System Check: To ensure your system is ready for the event, please visit the Showboat System Check site in advance: https://go.showboat.live/systemcheck Navigating the Platform: Please use a computer (Windows or Mac) with any modern browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox). To get the most out of your Showboat experience, we ask that you participate with your camera and mic on, similar to using Zoom/Teams. Once you arrive in Showboat, please use the arrow keys on your keyboard to move around the environment. You’ll be able to hear and speak with attendees, communicate with direct message and “teleport” instantly to other attendees.
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