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JOIN US FOR A HALF-DAY WORKSHOP  CONNECT TO SUCCESS: FINDING, RETAINING AND DEVELOPING YOUR WORKFORCEMany people are so busy working in their businesses that they don’t have time to work on their businesses. Finding the time and capacity to connect with resources can sometimes be a challenge. That’s why the Albuquerque Forward Fund hosts the Connect to Success workshop every year. The event, which features interesting topics from local experts, will help you cut through the noise to learn about important programs available to New Mexico businesses to help you hire and retain the best talent, increase revenue and grow your business. THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2019CNM WORKFORCE TRAINING CENTER 5600 EAGLE ROCK AVE. NEAGENDA7:30-8:00 a.m.CHECK-IN AND BREAKFAST8:00-8:15 a.m.WELCOME8:15-8:25 a.m.INTRODUCTION TO AED’S EXISTING BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT TEAMBob Walton, Vice President of Existing Business Development Team, AED Dennis Houston, Existing Business Consultant, AED Wendy Ederer, Existing Business Consultant, AEDOver the past 17 years, AED’s Existing Business Development Team has assisted more than 1,800 local economic base businesses with expansion plans. Meet the team and learn how they can connect your business to important resources.8:30-9:15 a.m.HIRING, FIRING AND DISCIPLINE: NEW MEXICO LABOR LAWBenjamin E. Thomas, President and CEO, Sutin, Thayer & BrowneThis session will focus on employment rules and regulations that small business owners in New Mexico should know, and how to minimize risk when hiring, disciplining and firing. Whether you have a staff of one or 100, you’ll gain practical knowledge and helpful advice. 9:20-9:50 a.m.NEW MEXICO WORKFORCE CONNECTION: BUSINESS SERVICES IN THE CENTRAL REGIONJoy Forehand, Operations Manager, New Mexico Workforce ConnectionLearn about the range of services and programs available to businesses in the Albuquerque metro area, including funding for on-the-job-training opportunities, internships and apprenticeships. 9:55-10:15 a.m.NETWORKING BREAK10:15-10:35 a.m.THE JOB TRAINING INCENTIVE PROGRAMPatrick Gannon, Marketing Coordinator, New Mexico Economic Development DepartmentNew Mexico has one of the most generous training incentive programs in the country. Learn about the Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP), which funds on-the-job training for newly created jobs in expanding or relocating businesses for up to six months. The program reimburses 50% to 75% of employee wages to qualified economic-base companies. 10:40-11:10 a.m.ENGAGING MILLENNIALS IN THE WORKFORCEAnnemarie Henton, Vice President of Business Development & Marketing, AEDIn this session, we’ll explore the preferences and aspirations of Millennials in the workplace, giving you an understanding of where they come from, how to engage them, and why it matters for your company’s future. Learn tips for connecting with and motivating this important group, and gain insights as to how to leverage their strengths. 11:15 a.m - NoonPANEL DISCUSSION ON RECRUITING AND STAFFINGMODERATOR: Wendy Ederer, Existing Business Consultant, AEDPANELISTS: Terel Anyaibe, Account Manager, Engineering & Government Services, Aerotek Beth Barela, Branch Manager, Manpower Joe Mercadante, Vice President/Division Director, Robert Half Finance & AccountingOur panelists will answer questions about successfully identifying candidates for open positions, using benefits as a recruitment strategy, attracting a diverse workforce, and using a staffing agency to recruit and hire.NoonCLOSING REMARKS AND THANK YOUSSPEAKER BIOS

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