Discover the business case for hiring people with developmental disabilities during an information-packed half-day of keynote speakers, interactive panels and multi-media presentations. Reservations are free, but space is limited...
The Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) is holding a half-day executive briefing designed to help business leaders explore the powerful opportunities to tap into one the largest, most reliable – yet overlooked – pools of available workers. Be part of a win-win solution for your business or organization and thousands of qualified individuals with developmental disabilities eager to join the workforce and participate in Georgia’s communities by contributing to the economy.
8th Annual Making a Difference Discovery Day
Thursday, October 30, 2008
9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Crowne Plaza Ravinia Hotel
4355 Ashford-Dunwoody Road
Atlanta, GA 30346
Program Speakers include:
Neil Romano, Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Labor, (ODEP) Office of Disability Employment Policy
Carolyn Cartwright, Senior Vice President, SunTrust Banks, Inc., Corporate Diversity Initiatives Director
Carmen D. Jones, President, Solutions Marketing Group
David E. Hale, Program Manager, American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD)
Richard Keeling, Senior Tax Analyst, Internal Revenue Service, Stakeholder Partnerships, Education and Communication (SPEC)
Richard Warner, CEO, What’s Up Interactive, & TV Host, Georgia’s Business, GPB-TV
2008 Discovery Day Corporate Sponsors include:
Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG)
Southern Company
Georgia Power
SunTrust Banks, Inc.
Discover the business case for hiring people with developmental disabilities during an information-packed half-day of keynote speakers, interactive panels and multi-media presentations.
Reservations are free, but space is limited. Use RSVP form in downloadable attachment below.
This unique experience will help you realize how people with developmental disabilities can add value to your bottom line at every professional level. Our mission is to engage you in a demonstration of true diversity and show you ways in which businesses and communities can benefit by including everyone.
Who should attend:
CEOs and Business Owners
Executives
Chief Diversity Officers
HR Policy Decision Makers
Hiring Managers
Job Developmental Specialists
What Can I Do Now?
Share this information with colleagues
Call for sponsorship opportunities
Call early to request an invitation or use RSVP form below
Prepare to gain creative strategies for employing people with developmental disabilities
www.gcdd.org
For more information, contact Valerie Meadows Suber, Public Information Director vmsuber@dhr.state.ga.us, 404-657-2122.