Webinar

Building a Future-Ready Workforce: Strategies for Effective Workforce Development

Empowering your employees starts with actionable workforce development strategies for growth, engagement, and retention.

Dec 17, 2024
2:00 PM EST
1 Hour
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Presented by:
Kyle Smith
Tracy Smejkal
Kyle Smith 
and Tracy Smejkal

Workforce development is more than just a buzzword; it’s a strategic approach to ensuring organizational growth and employee satisfaction. This webinar will explore the key elements of workforce development, from assessing skill gaps to implementing cost-effective training programs that enhance engagement, accountability, and retention.

Attendees will learn:

  • The importance of aligning workforce capabilities with organizational goals.
  • How to assess employee readiness for development and identify skill gaps.
  • Strategies for implementing training programs, mentorship opportunities, and performance checks.
  • The short and long-term benefits of workforce development, including cost savings and improved manager-employee relationships.

Whether you’re a leader looking to enhance team performance or an HR professional planning your next development initiative, this session will provide actionable insights to promote growth, engagement, and retention.

 

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About the speakers
Kyle Smith

Kyle Smith

Founder and Lead Consultant

HRKyle Services

Kyle is a seasoned professional with an unwavering passion for Human Resources and a stellar record of leadership in this dynamic field. He has exceptional expertise in designing and executing comprehensive HR strategies that seamlessly harmonize with broader organizational goals, and he has become a trusted force in shaping HR excellence. Over the past 25+ years, Kyle has consistently demonstrated a remarkable ability to tackle unique HR management challenges and harness opportunities for growth, making him a valuable asset to any organization.

With a rich academic background, including an MBA focusing on Human Resources, a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, and an Associate’s degree in Business Management. His pursuit of a Master's in Counseling exemplifies his dedication to facilitating holistic growth and personal fulfillment.  

Kyle’s unwavering commitment extends to staying at the forefront of industry trends, rigorously tracking key performance metrics, and providing invaluable insights to elevate HR operations and talent management. He is the quintessential HR visionary who combines passion, expertise, and strategic acumen to drive organizational success.

 

Tracy Smejkal

Tracy Smejkal

Senior Human Resources Generalist

Tracy Smejkal, PHR, SHRM-CP, brings extensive experience in delivering Human Resource services across a wide range of industries. Over the years, she has focused on tracking employee engagement, retention, and performance, recognizing that keeping employees engaged requires thoughtful approaches to recruiting and workforce development. Tracy has consistently found that developing talent not only attracts but also retains employees, making it a crucial investment for any organization. She is passionate about helping organizations understand the benefits of developing their workforce to achieve sustainable growth and success.