Special Announcement: We understand the financial stress all workforce partners are facing this year – with this in mind – The Early Bird Special Rate will remain in effect throughout the entire registration period.
Join your colleagues from workforce development communities throughout New York State and beyond to discuss issues and gain perspectives on how to position workforce in the global economy – the theme of the 2008 Spring Conference. The current economic crisis has created an unprecedented demand for workforce development organizations to offer critically needed services to their constituencies who are facing daunting challenges in many facets of their lives and careers. This conference will provide ample opportunities to learn about the latest actions being taken at the national and state levels; gain information about successful model programs and promising practices; hear about local and regional initiatives to improve workforce competitiveness; develop strategies to continue delivering needed services despite reductions in funding; network with colleagues from across the state; and much more.
Conference Preday Session
On June 10th, a special Preconference Session will be held for local WIB Directors and One-Stop Leaders. More information about this “invitation only” event will be available soon.
On June 11th the conference will kick-off with a key note address, "The Challenge of Personal Change", presented by Dr. Steve Parese. This keynote will offer powerful insights into five predictable stages of change that all people must traverse when attempting to make serious changes in their lives. Attendees will gain awareness of how difficult lasting change can be, consider numerous strategies for encouraging positive change at each stage, and leave with valuable insights to better maintain a professional perspective with challenging customers.
Draft Agenda
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