Innovative Talent Management in The Disrupted Age of Manufacturing

 

Innovative talent management is crucial in the manufacturing sector, which is experiencing significant changes driven by technological advancements and a rapidly evolving workforce landscape. How are companies adapting to these changes to remain competitive?

In this episode of DisruptED, host Ron J. Stefanski talks with Alfonzo Hall, the President & CEO of Wolverine Assemblies, about the innovative talent management strategies his company employs to manage talent in the disrupted manufacturing sector. Hall shares practical insights into attracting and retaining employees, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and creativity in talent management.

Stefanski and Hall’s conversation includes:

  • An emphasis on creative solutions for talent acquisition and retention
  • The importance of inclusivity in creating opportunities for marginalized groups
  • Practical strategies employed by Wolverine Assemblies to maintain workforce engagement and satisfaction

Alfonzo Hall is the President & CEO of Wolverine Assemblies, a logistics and manufacturing company. Hall has a rich background in manufacturing, having worked at GM before acquiring Wolverine Assemblies. He is a driven leader marked by a commitment to innovation and inclusivity, inspired by his upbringing on a farm in South Georgia and the values instilled by his hardworking parents.

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