Event Overview:
Join us for an informative session with Eric Ripley, Executive Director of Career & Technical Education (CTE) for Grand Forks Public Schools, as he shares an update on the Career Impact Academy. This new facility is designed to provide students with hands-on training in high-demand fields, helping to address local workforce needs. Eric will discuss the construction progress, the programs and courses that will be offered, and how the academy will collaborate with area schools and businesses. HR professionals will gain insight into how this initiative can help develop a stronger talent pipeline, offering students the skills they need to enter the workforce while providing local employers with a new source of qualified candidates.
*1 SHRM Credit and 1 HRCI Credit pending*
Speaker Bio:
Eric Ripley serves as the Executive Director of Career & Technical Education (CTE) for Grand Forks Public Schools and is leading the development of the Career Impact Academy. His expertise in education, workforce training, and industry collaboration makes him a key leader in shaping the future of career and technical education in the region.
WHERE:
This meeting is available in-person at the Hope Big Connection Center. Our speaker will be presenting in-person.
Feel free to bring a brown bag lunch or come early to grab lunch from one of the restaurants in the Grand Cities Mall!
11:30am - 12:00pm: Lunch (BYOL) & Networking
12:00pm - 1:00pm: Meeting
Directions: Park on the North side of the Grand Cities Mall in front of Hope (towards the West side of the mall). Enter the Hope main door (the door that is furthest West). The Big Connection Center can be found on the right side of the lobby area.
Not a current member? Join today at https://ggfhra.wildapricot.org/join-us
Event Overview:
Create an onboarding experience that goes beyond routine orientation and make a great first impression. Learn how to build a welcoming and engaging process that accelerates employee productivity, fosters strong connections with company culture, and reduces turnover. This interactive session will leave you equipped to implement an innovative onboarding program that sets their new hires—and their organization—up for lasting success!
*1 SHRM Credit and 1 HRCI Credit pending*
Speaker Bio:
Mike Henke is a national speaker whose passion for building strong teams led to the creation of MHI, and he works with organizations throughout the country in the areas of Leadership Training, Recruiting & Retention, and Positive Workplace Environment. Mike has created over 50 training programs, is a former SHRM Chapter President, and has been selected to present at 10 SHRM State Conferences, 8 Disrupt HR events, and for 40 SHRM chapters!
WHERE:
This meeting is available in-person at the Hope Big Connection Center. Our speaker will be presenting in-person.
Feel free to bring a brown bag lunch or come early to grab lunch from one of the restaurants in the Grand Cities Mall!
11:30am - 12:00pm: Lunch (BYOL) & Networking
12:00pm - 1:00pm: Meeting
Directions: Park on the North side of the Grand Cities Mall in front of Hope (towards the West side of the mall). Enter the Hope main door (the door that is furthest West). The Big Connection Center can be found on the right side of the lobby area.
Not a current member? Join today at https://ggfhra.wildapricot.org/join-us
