Tuesday Talent Series
The Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce launched the Tuesday Talent Series in 2022 to compliment the Talent Summit and expand the knowledge around workforce issues. Each seasonal cohort of the series includes presentations from experts in the field on timely topics including: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Family-Friendly and Age-Diverse Workplaces, Apprenticeship Pathways, Skills-based Recruitment; as well as, a hands-on career tours, and more.
About Talent 2.0
The Tuesday Talent Series aims to provide more in-depth presentations, hands-on learning, and opportunities to continue and support employers in attracting and retaining the talent they need.
You can find all upcoming presentations, along with resources and past recordings on this page.
All presentations are held on Zoom from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
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Tuesday Talent Series Resources:
Dealing with Difficult Customers
Tuesday, April 22
Session Presenters: Chalice Springfield
Session Description:
Difficult clients don’t have to derail your success. This interactive training provides the skills and strategies needed to turn tough conversations into positive outcomes. Learn how to set boundaries, manage conflict, and build stronger client relationships through emotional intelligence and active listening. Through real-world scenarios and role-playing exercises, you’ll gain confidence in handling tough situations with professionalism and ease. Ideal for sales teams, customer service professionals, and client-facing roles—transform challenges into opportunities for growth!
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Video – Tuesday Talent Series: Dealing with Difficult Customers
Mental Health Recovery Works – Spirit Crossing Clubhouse
Tuesday, May 27
Session Presenters: Natalie Brown, Clubhouse Director & Andrea Persson, Advisory Council Member
Session Description:
Develop an understanding of behavioral health recovery support through supported employment and community involvement. As a program of SummitStone Health Partners, Spirit Crossing Clubhouse has served individuals for 27 years in Larimer County to achieve vocational and life goals while overcoming the impacts of mental illness and addictions. Spirit Crossing Clubhouse practices the model of Individual Placement Support so individuals may achieve competitive employment and is accredited by Clubhouse International as an evidenced model of psychosocial rehabilitation.
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Video – Tuesday Talent Series: Mental Health Recovery Works – Spirit Crossing Clubhouse
Fair Chance Hiring: It Benefits All of Us
Tuesday, June 24
Session Presenters:
Claire Callaway a Re-Entry & EARN Program Manager with Homeward Alliance and Mindy McGrath Haehre a Employer Engagement Specialist.
Session Description:
Join us for an important conversation about Fair Chance Hiring—what it is, why it matters, and how it can strengthen our local workforce and community. We’ll explore how this inclusive approach gives employers access to a motivated talent pool, helps reduce recidivism, and contributes to long-term community success. The presentation will also highlight available federal hiring incentives and introduce opportunities for local partnership to support fair chance employment efforts.
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Video – Tuesday Talent Series: Fair Chance Hiring: It Benefits All of Us
Supporting Inclusive Hiring: Work Opportunity Tax Credit & Federal Bonding
Tuesday, July 22
Session Presenters: Madison Ytterock a Program Specialist for the Work Opportunity Tax Credit, Federal Bonding Program, and Foreign Labor Certification Program.
Session Description:
This presentation equips employers with essential knowledge about two key employment incentive programs—the Federal Bonding Program and the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). By the end of this presentation, attendees will: understand the purpose & benefits of WOTC and the Federal Bonding Program, learn how WOTC can provide significant tax credits (up to $9,600 per employee) for businesses hiring from specific targeted groups, and learn how fidelity bonding protects employers against employee dishonesty for at-risk job seekers
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Video – Tuesday Talent Series: Supporting Inclusive Hiring: Work Opportunity Tax Credit & Federal Bonding
The Colorado Office of Employment First: Work Elevated
Tuesday, August 26
Session Presenters: Tiffany D. Cron, PhD, is the Director of the Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF) and is a well-respected leader in the field of disability, having 18 years of experience working with people with disabilities to live the life they want.
Session Description:
Attendees learned what the Colorado Office of Employment First is, what Employment First is, why it is so important, some recent projects, and how to help! A great opportunity to connect and learn about an office that is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can pursue meaningful, competitive, and inclusive employment!
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Video – Tuesday Talent Series: The Colorado Office of Employment First: Work Elevated
Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace: The Key to Retention, Productivity, and a Thriving Team
Tuesday, September 23
Session Presenters: Sarah Saltee, CTRC, MEMI, CHT, a Certified Trauma and Resiliency Coach.
Session Description:
Employee disengagement, turnover, and burnout are challenges that all businesses face from time to time – but what if the solution isn’t always just more perks and pay raises? The most successful workplaces prioritize emotional intelligence, creating a culture where employees feel valued, understood, and supported, especially through life’s toughest moments. In this session, you’ll learn how mastering emotional literacy can strengthen team morale, boost productivity, and improve retention, giving your business a competitive edge while fostering a truly connected workplace.
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