Struggling to find skilled workers to join your team?
Sarah Dorothy Lynch at Inc. Magazine recommends three creative ways to extend your reach, one of which Viridi is well-versed in: fostering diverse—and deep—partnerships. Since 2021, we’ve partnered with Greenforce, a Buffalo-based nonprofit focused on connecting underserved communities with job opportunities.
At Viridi, we can attest to the power of partnerships and community in finding skilled workers.
Since 2021, we’ve successfully partnered with Greenforce, a Buffalo-based nonprofit focused on connecting underserved communities with job opportunities, and the results have been transformative:
- Workforce Impact: Approximately 40% of our team members are hires through our partnership with Greenforce, demonstrating the value of community-focused hiring.
- Retention Success: In 2023, our retention rate for entry-level positions soared to about 84%, thanks to the supportive and inclusive environment fostered by this initiative.
Read on to explore the impact this partnership and community integration is making and to jump start your search for skilled workers.
As the Executive Director of GreenForce, Jeff Conrad provides leadership and strategic direction to the organization.
