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Why Diversity and Inclusion Matter to Maryland's Workforce

An inclusive workplace allows organizations to be more creative, competitive, and innovative. Join leaders from across the region to network and learn how they are solving complex problems with innovative ideas.

Maryland Workforce Outlook Forum

Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at Towson University
Program: 1:00–4:30 PM | Reception: 4:30–6:30 PM
FREE

Brief Agenda

1:00–1:30 PM: Arrival and Check-In

1:30–1:45 PM: Welcome Remarks

Kim Schatzel, PhD

Kim Schatzel, PhD, President, Towson University

Louis Dubin

Louis Dubin, Chair, Governor's Workforce Development Board

Daraius Irani, PhD

Daraius Irani, PhD, Vice President, Innovation and Applied Research, Towson University

1:45–2:30 PM: Workforce Outlook Presentation with Q&A
Mike Siers, Senior Research Manager, Regional Economic Studies Institute (RESI), Towson University

Employment and Racial Disparities in Maryland's Workforce Pipeline
RESI's senior research manager provides in depth analysis of Maryland's employment data with an emphasis on occupation, race, and income, as well as higher education graduation rates by major and race.

Michael Siers

2:30–3:30 PM: What's Working and Why: The Lightning Presentations
Seven leaders. Seven innovative initiatives. Seven minutes each.

Calvin G. Butler Jr.

Calvin G. Butler Jr., Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE)

Leah Cox, PhD

Leah Cox, PhD, Towson University

Heather Lageman

Heather Lageman, CEASOM Code.org Regional Partner Program

Tammira Lucas

Tammira Lucas, Moms as Entrepreneurs

Willy Moore

Willy Moore, Southway Builders

Kylie Patterson

Kylie Patterson, The Johns Hopkins University

Clair Watson-Minson

Clair Watson-Minson, Associated Black Charities

3:30–4:30 PM: What's Working and Why: The Town Hall
You heard the inspirational stories. Now, it's your turn to ask questions and gain a better understanding of their work and how it might be replicated in your organization.

4:30–6:30 PM: Networking Reception
Complimentary beer, wine, and hors d'oeuvres.

Catering and service provided by students of Woodland Job Corps Center. Offered in partnership with AACC's Hotel Culinary Arts & Tourism Institute, this nationally known 36 weeks job corps program prepares students for a career in the hotel and restaurant management field.

This event is hosted and sponsored in partnership by:

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Towson University, 7400 York Road, Towson MD 21204

resi@towson.edu | 410-704-7374