Virtual Diversity & Inclusion Author Series Workshop: Second Chance Hiring: The Untapped Talent Pool

We are once again excited to partner with the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce to increase awareness and discussion about diversity, equity and inclusion.

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Virtual Diversity & Inclusion Author Series Workshop:  Second Chance Hiring: The Untapped Talent Pool

Presented by Jeffrey Korzenik
Author and economic researcher Jeff Korzenik will speak about his new book, "Untapped Talent: How Second Chance Hiring Works for Your Business and the Community" (HarperCollins Leadership, April 2021). The first and only book of its kind, “Untapped Talent” shares the business case and best practices of hiring people with criminal records. The book and Korzenik's national speaking engagements have informed and inspired business leaders to broaden their hiring to this population. Korzenik argues that hiring people with records is both a business necessity -- the single best answer to our labor shortage -- and a critical component of any DEI initiative. He provides a disciplined and realistic look at this issue: not everyone with a record is ready for employment, and even those that are may require additional support. 

This program is presented in partnership with the KC Chamber, Blue Springs Chamber, Independence Chamber, Liberty Chamber, Mid-American LGBT Chamber, Grandview Chamber and South Kansas City Chamber. The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Presenting Sponsors are Commerce Bank, Community America Credit Union, Evergy and Hallmark.