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Vital Resources to Support Your Diverse Workforce

This comprehensive presentation explores several tools to support your workforce. Explore United Way's free, confidential 211 helpline that connects employees to social service assistance. You'll also dive into ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) data, which sheds light on the struggles of hardworking households in your community and your workplace. Experience a poverty simulation that fosters empathy for the real-world challenges facing some of your employees. Leave with strategies and insights to empower your HR department to strengthen employee support without increasing costs. This presentation is a must-attend for HR managers, benefits coordinators, and workplace wellness professionals seeking to expand their toolkit and better support the needs of their workforce.

Keri Olson is the CEO of United Way of Whiteside County. In her role, she focuses on the needs of the community by building partnerships and leveraging resources.  With a background in non-profit management and fund development, Keri uses her skills to promote United Way, ensure donor satisfaction, and strengthen the community.  Keri is very active in her community; she sits on the board of directors for Sterling Noon Rotary and is the board chair for the Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce.  Keri has been married to Jeff for over 20 years; they have two mostly grown boys.