2024 Talent Flow Conference

We had an incredible time at our Talent Flow event, where we explored the vital connection between higher education and local companies in York County!

The one-day conference equipped business leaders with the knowledge and tools to effectively tap into diverse talent pools from our region's higher education institutions: Clinton College ,Winthrop University, and York Technical College.

Keynote Speaker and Lt. Governor, Pamela Evette, stressed the importance of communicating to our younger workforce the importance of their role in the workplace - their "why." Workers want to know they are solving a problem and part of the bigger picture.

Our discussions highlighted the importance of creating a strong talent pipeline, focusing on several key areas:

• Paid Internships & Apprenticeships: These are crucial for giving students real-world experience while helping businesses cultivate skilled talent.
• Removing Workforce Barriers: Addressing challenges like childcare is essential for creating a more inclusive workforce.
• Emphasizing Soft Skills: In addition to technical abilities, we recognized the growing need for soft skills that enhance teamwork and communication.

After presentations concluded, participants spent time discussing with one another challenges and solutions related to skills, retention, and recruitment. We wrapped up the day with Workforce Solution Provider Roundtables where attendees were able to speak to provider representatives!

Talent & Workforce Development at YCRC

The Chamber's Talent & Workforce Mission is to bring education, business, and workforce partners together to create high-quality, sustainable workforce solutions for York County.

York County Regional Chamber offers a variety of workforce solutions for every type of business:

• Talent Concierge
• Leadership CORE
• Employer Provided Innovation Challenge (EPIC)
• Business Expedition
• And more!