How CEOs Can Combat the Costly Problem of Age-Based Discrimination
As an increasing number of baby boomers approach retirement, the issue of age bias in the workplace has never been a more pressing one for CEOs to consider.
As an increasing number of baby boomers approach retirement, the issue of age bias in the workplace has never been a more pressing one for CEOs to consider.
CEOs have been called upon to do more to address the problem of employee burnout, which has fast emerged as one of the biggest threats to staff retention in America.
There’s been plenty written in recent years about the potential drawbacks of open offices: they’re distracting and can crimp employee productivity. On the other hand, they’re also a cheaper way to house dozens of employees and give slackers few places to hide—especially when combined with some bright lighting.
It is not just the auto industry that finds itself in the cross hairs when it comes to job creation and destruction.
As organizations strive to deal with digital disruption and globalization, many are turning to agile workforce strategies to meet the demands.
American manufacturing is on the rebound, but experts say manufacturers, policymakers and the educational system will need to work together to cultivate a workforce to support the growth.
It’s a new age of corporate culture, and companies are making a splash by adopting philosophies that put the employee at the center of organizational growth.
The tech industry continues to grow at an explosive pace. From new mobile broadband networks and IoT to the surging demand for cybersecurity and cloud-based solutions, mid-market companies are meeting the needs of the sector with flexibility and innovation.
In the everyday race to keep your company going strong, it can be hard to find time to focus on your own well-being. Here’s a look at programs across the country that can help you take a proactive approach to maintaining your health.
Have prospects for women business leaders improved, worsened, or stayed the same over the last decade? The answer is all of the above depending on what measures one looks at.
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1:00 - 5:00 pm
Over 70% of Executives Surveyed Agree: Many Strategic Planning Efforts Lack Systematic Approach Tips for Enhancing Your Strategic Planning Process
Executives expressed frustration with their current strategic planning process. Issues include:
Steve Rutan and Denise Harrison have put together an afternoon workshop that will provide the tools you need to address these concerns. They have worked with hundreds of executives to develop a systematic approach that will enable your team to make better decisions during strategic planning. Steve and Denise will walk you through exercises for prioritizing your lists and steps that will reset and reinvigorate your process. This will be a hands-on workshop that will enable you to think about your business as you use the tools that are being presented. If you are ready for a Strategic Planning tune-up, select this workshop in your registration form. The additional fee of $695 will be added to your total.
2:00 - 5:00 pm
Female leaders face the same issues all leaders do, but they often face additional challenges too. In this peer session, we will facilitate a discussion of best practices and how to overcome common barriers to help women leaders be more effective within and outside their organizations.
Limited space available.
10:30 - 5:00 pm
General’s Retreat at Hermitage Golf Course
Sponsored by UBS
General’s Retreat, built in 1986 with architect Gary Roger Baird, has been voted the “Best Golf Course in Nashville” and is a “must play” when visiting the Nashville, Tennessee area. With the beautiful setting along the Cumberland River, golfers of all capabilities will thoroughly enjoy the golf, scenery and hospitality.
The golf outing fee includes transportation to and from the hotel, greens/cart fees, use of practice facilities, and boxed lunch. The bus will leave the hotel at 10:30 am for a noon shotgun start and return to the hotel after the cocktail reception following the completion of the round.