Tuesday, November 9, 2021

1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

COVID-19 has transformed our lives both personally and professionally including the workplace, workforce, and the needed skill sets post pandemic. As businesses open throughout the country, people seem inclined to transition into new career paths rather than returning to available jobs This has resulted in economic challenges in the region but has also revealed opportunities. Our expert panel consists of highly accomplished executives with decades of experience in developing and implementing innovative approaches to economic development challenges and opportunities in South Florida.

Join us for an insightful look into South Florida’s future as our guest panelists discuss:

  • The emerging focus for companies and industries in the South Florida region;
  • Available workforce training programs and their challenges;
  • Spotlight specific initiatives that have worked and how they can be improved;
  • Which jobs, professions, and skill sets are most in demand;
  • How our region is preparing for this transformation and what private- and public-sector leaders can do to support workforce transitions; and
  • The need to establish effective partnerships between the business community, government, workforce development boards, colleges, and other key stakeholders.

Rick Beasley

Executive Director, South Florida Workforce Investment Board

SPEAKER

Mark Cassidy

Economic Development & Research Manager,  South Florida Regional Planning Council

Michael A. Finney

President & CEO, Miami-Dade Beacon Council

Kelly L. Smallridge

President & CEO, Business Development Board of Palm Beach County, Inc.

Bob Swindell

President & CEO, Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance

MODERATOR

Melanie Dickinson

President & Publisher, South Florida Business Journal

For more information, please contact:

Eralda Agolli, Program Manager, Community & Economic Development @ eagolli@sfrpc.com.