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The Center for Economic Development and Business Research, part of the W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University, and the Wichita Manufacturer's Association partnered in organizing the first Wichita Industry Research Exchange (WIRE).
The spring event featured presenter Dr. Masud Chand, assistant professor of international business, sharing the results of his research on the aging workforce among manufacturing economies. The presentation was followed by highlights from a survey conducted by CEDBR among WMA members and a panel discussion that included participants from several professional backgrounds.
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Presentations
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Agenda |
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| 8:30 | | Moderator Welcome | |
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Dr. Chris Broberg Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship W. Frank Barton School of Business, Wichita State University |
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| 8:40 | | Introduction | |
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Kris Wessel President of the Wichita Manufacturer's Association Commercial Specialist at NAI Martens |
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| 8:45 | | The Aging Workforce Presentation | |
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Dr. Masud Chand |
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| 9:15 | | Presentation of Survey Data | |
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Jeremy Hill Director, Center for Economic Development and Business Research W. Frank Barton School of Business, Wichita State University |
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| 9:35 | | Panel Discussion | |
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Dan Hamel, CPA, PHR, SHRM-CP Human Resource Director Metal-Fab, Inc. |
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Geron Bird Member Hinkle Law Firm LLC |
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Angie Marlett Branch Manager Labor Ready |
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| 10:30 | | Closing Remarks | |