WHEN EARLY CHILDHOOD WORKS, WE ALL WORK
Ready to increase retention, improve productivity & increase profitability? Employers can start by supporting their employees with young children with policies & practices that address the childcare challenges. Our businesses and communities depend on high-quality, accessible, affordable childcare. Come hear about creative ways leaders are approaching the issue
and how you can be part of the solution.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16, 2022
RECEPTION 5 P.M. | PROGRAM 5:45-7 P.M.
BACK ROOM @ BELL'S ECCENTRIC CAFE, 355 E. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo
Appetizers and drink ticket included
Panelist
Kim Carter
Tri-Share Employer; Superintendent, Battle Creek Public Schools
Panelist
Cheryl Johnson
Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer, Bronson Healthcare
Panelist
Scott Nykaza
CEO, Kalsec
Panelist
Sean Welsh
Regional President, PNC Bank
Moderator
Emirrora Austin
Reporter, WWMT
Speaker
Tim Bartik
Senior Economist, W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research
Speaker
Jonas Peterson
CEO, Southwest Michigan First
Speaker
Joe Sobieralski
President & CEO, Battle Creek Unlimited, Inc.
Host
Kristyn Buhl-Lepisto
Executive Director, KC Ready 4s
Host
Kathy Szenda-Wilson
Founder & Co-Executive Director, Pulse at the W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research;
Battle Creek City Commissioner
Host
Chris Sargent
CEO, United Way of the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region
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