Tuesday, May 6, 2025 - 10:30-11:15

The Power of We: Driving Industry Change Through Partnership and Reciprocity

Michelle Jones, Founder & CEO, BPT Staffing

Toni Lauzon, Indigenous Program Specialist 
Kate Siklosi, Director of Partnerships, Raise

In this session, we’ll explore how fostering a culture of reciprocity, equity, and partnership within staffing organizations and communities can drive meaningful, lasting change in our industry. We’ll discuss the key challenges facing both staffing agencies and clients, including mistrust with communities, systemic bias, and a short-term focus, and how shifting toward a more collaborative, inclusive model can help your organization thrive and keep you competitive in the talent marketplace.
 
Attendees will gain insights into:
•    Reciprocity: How creating mutually beneficial relationships between staffing agencies, clients, candidates, and communities can lead to higher satisfaction, stronger long-term partnerships, and improved outcomes for all parties involved.
•    Equity: Practical steps to building equitable recruitment and hiring strategies and reducing systemic biases.
•    Partnership: How aligning business goals and developing a true, collaborative partnership between agencies and clients creates a more transparent, accountable staffing process that drives greater innovation and results.

Through case studies, actionable strategies, and interactive discussions, participants will explore how reciprocity and equity create stronger partnerships to drive sustainable and empowering staffing solutions.