Sessions
Discover how leading organizations are revolutionizing talent strategies through profession-based learning (Pro-BL) at the high school level to offer a transformative approach to pipeline development and community engagement. Through real-world case studies spanning manufacturing, technology, and healthcare, learn how HR leaders create sustainable talent solutions while addressing immediate organizational needs. This innovative approach allows companies to partner with education to evaluate and develop potential talent through meaningful project work, durable skills development, and delivering measurable ROI through reduced recruitment costs and improved retention. Attendees will gain actionable insights for launching or scaling Pro-BL programs in their communities. They will also explore how Pro-BL is helping HR leaders position themselves as strategic drivers of organizational success while building the workforce of tomorrow.
Learning Objectives 1: Strategic Talent Innovation: Understand how Pro-BL education partnerships can transform traditional talent acquisition models. Learn to position Pro-BL as a strategic solution for workforce development challenges.
Learning Objective 2: Implementation Excellence: Gain practical insights from successful Pro-BL programs across diverse industries. Learn best practices for education integration, program design, implementation, and scaling.
Learning Objective 3: Organizational Impact: Develop strategies for securing leadership buy-in and cross-functional support. Learn to leverage Pro-BL to enhance employer branding and community relations. Create action plans for launching or expanding Pro-BL initiatives.