Employers Engage with HR Experts at Aspire’s First People + Progress Forum

On June 20th, Aspire held its first People + Progress Forum presented by Tilson HR at Valle Vista Golf & Conference Center. Aspire added this workshop in response to the workforce challenges facing member businesses and HR professionals.

+ Read the full Aspire event recap

UPDATED: 2024 Legislative Session Report with Vote Track

We updated our 2024 statehouse session report! It is now available in a convenient printable format and includes how our delegation to the General Assembly voted on bills advancing our priority issues this session. The report also highlights other major topics and action from this last session.

+ Check it out!

6 Soft Skills That AI Can't Replace

As generative AI transforms workplaces, the importance of soft skills such as active listening, problem-solving, resilience, emotional intelligence, communication, and accountability remains essential. Employers should actively cultivate these skills in their teams, recognizing that they can be developed over time, to ensure a productive and adaptive work environment.

+ Read more about soft skills

Self-Care Can't Fix Employee Burnout

Organizational problems like excessive workloads, lack of job control, and ineffective performance management systems are key contributors to employee burnout. Addressing these root causes requires commitment to restructuring rather than relying solely on the individual responsibility of worker.

+ Learn how employers can reduce burnout in their workforces

Aspire Weekly Member Highlights

Renewed Member Investors

Fully Promoted of Greenwood

V3 Companies

Visiting Angels

New Member Investors

Perry Township Schools

Featured Aspire Event

More Upcoming Aspire Events:

+ Teacher Field Trip: Business Services - July 16

+ Aspire Golf Classic - July 18

+ Maximize Your Membership (MYM) - July 25

You may have complimentary tickets to select events available with your membership. Contact Angie Keene for more information.

Johnson County Public Meetings

If you are interested in learning more about our municipalities and attending local public meetings, you can access websites and meeting calendars through the links below. 

This week’s Monday Member Moment features a conversation with Dan Feltman from The Garage Floor Company. Dan explains why using a moisture barrier epoxy on garage floors is important. They also offer garage storage products, such as slat walls and cabinets. Watch to the end to see why Dan enjoys being an Aspire member!

Member Updates

+ Franciscan Health to Host Virtual Diabetes Prevention Program

+ Franklin College Appoints Nora Brems as Vice President for Institutional Advancement