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Achieving Escape Velocity: Practical Strategies to Beat the Talent Shortage
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The global talent shortage was well underway before the pandemic brought it to the forefront, and it has shown no signs of abating since. A record high 75% of employers report that they are having difficulty filling job openings.
Using data and drawing on his career working with advanced manufacturing and technical teams, Jordan Steller explores the underpinnings of the talent shortage and highlights practical strategies to build a healthy talent pipeline for your organization.
Join Kahuna, ATD Houston, and Jordan Steller as we dive into:
- The current state of the US skills shortage. Is the traditional staffing model holding us back?
- How did we get here? Examining macro trends contributing to the skills shortage, with emphasis on manufacturing and technical domains.
- Practical Strategies to address talent shortages in your organization.
- Actions you can get started on tomorrow.
Meet the Speakers
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Jordan Steller
Founder & Principal Consultant, Steller Insights
Jordan Steller is the Founder of Steller Insights, an HR consulting firm that builds leadership and talent pipelines in critical industries. With 20 years of experience in semiconductors, power generation, renewable energy, pharmaceuticals, and digital technologies, Jordan has held HR leadership roles at General Electric and GlobalFoundries. His expertise includes workforce planning, organization effectiveness, leadership development, talent management, employee relations, and change management. He holds a Bachelor's in Psychology from Marist College and a Master's in HR from Cornell's School of Industrial Labor Relations. Jordan resides in upstate NY with his family and serves on the Board of Directors for the Hudson Valley Community College Foundation, and advises Cornell’s Executive Masters in HR Management program.
Walt Nowicki
Director, Manufacturing Practice, Kahuna Workforce Solutions
Walt Nowicki is the Director of Kahuna’s Manufacturing Practice, where he collaborates with clients to enhance operational KPIs and ensure compliance by establishing structured business processes for frontline workforce skills development. With over 30 years of experience in technology consulting and product sales, Walt is dedicated to understanding customer needs and aligning their challenges with the capabilities of robust technology solutions. His commitment to partnership and advocacy ensures customer success, serving as their internal champion at Kahuna.