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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

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Panelist

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Kim Carter

Tri-Share Employer; Superintendent, Battle Creek Public Schools

Panelist

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Cheryl Johnson

Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer, Bronson Healthcare

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Scott Nykaza

CEO, Kalsec

Panelist

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Sean Welsh

Regional President, PNC Bank

Moderator

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Emirrora Austin

Reporter, WWMT

Speaker

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Tim Bartik

Senior Economist, W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research

Speaker

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Jonas Peterson

CEO, Southwest Michigan First

Speaker

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Joe Sobieralski

President & CEO, Battle Creek Unlimited, Inc.

Host

CEO Summit Bios (2)

Kristyn Buhl-Lepisto

Executive Director, KC Ready 4s

Host

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Kathy Szenda-Wilson

Founder & Co-Executive Director, Pulse at the W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research;
Battle Creek City Commissioner

Host

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Chris Sargent

CEO, United Way of the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region

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We All Work