S. Orlene Grant was interviewed on August 14, 2019 on WHUR 96.3FM & SiriusXM

S. Orlene Grant was interviewed on August 14, 2019 on WHUR 96.3FM & SiriusXM 141 HUR Voices Daily Drum host by Bobby Gailes. This is the second consecutive year Ms. Grant was on the Daily Drum to discuss the upcoming Workforce Forum and Hiring event and the challenges and strengths of the 50 + individual re-entering or staying longer in the workforce. By 2029, 20% of the US will be over 65 years old which will and is having a major impact on the work culture. The Workforce Forum and Hiring Event is linking employers to the 50+ worker in a new framework of viewing experience and knowledge as an asset to the team. 

The Juanita C. Grant Foundation and the 50+ Workforce Planning Partners convened it’s 3rd Annual Workforce Forum and Hiring Event on August 22, 2019 at the Prince George’s Community College in Largo Maryland. The event was highlighted by the opening presentation in Rennie Forum. The Forum was hosted by S. Orlene Grant, President and Founder of JCGF. Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks gave opening remarks followed by welcoming remarks by Dr. Charlene M. Dukes, President of Prince George’s Community College. Following the two speakers the Juanita C. Grant Foundation Leadership Awards for outstanding support and services were presented to Mr. Jeffery Swilley-Assistant Executive Director Employ Prince George’s, Ms. Diann B. James-Project Director Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), Department of Family Services Area Agency on Aging and Mr. Kofi Impraim-Facility Director, Laurel Beltsville Senior Activity Center, Prince George’s County Department of Parks and Recreation-Maryland National Capital Parks and Planning Commission. The awards were presented by Ms. Maggie Holmes, JCGF Board Chair. 

Over 600 attendees were able to select and interview with 55 vetted employers in hospitality, healthcare, information technology, retail, federal agencies, school system, pharmaceutical, security, communications, temporary employment, transportation, first responders and construction. Each year the event has outgrown its venue validating the need for attention from employers, higher education institutions and community resources to address the needs of the growing population of the 50+ re-entering and staying in the workforce. JCGF will be addressing the multigenerational work culture in upcoming Roundtable discussions.