the future of economic development: talent rules - erin bodine (1.22.13)
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On the Horizon: Addressing a Looming Talent Shortage
January 22, 2013
7 Tips for Launching
Your Campaign@aboutdci, #talentattraction
Erin BodineTalent AttractionAccount Director
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About DCIReno
Vermont
Wyoming
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• Triangle among top regions leading U.S. recovery
• Wake County projected to grow over next 20 years by 42 percent
• Launched in May 9, 2012, as part of a five-year initiative
• Goal of helping companies find specific skill sets for target industries
Work in the Triangle, Smarter from Any Angle.
Campaign
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• Calgary leading Canada’s economic recovery
• Alberta expected to create 120,000 jobs over next decade
• Launched $1.5 million campaign in 2011
Calgary. Be Part of the Energy Campaign
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1. Engage Your Business Community Early
• In-person• Surveys• Industry associations• HR managers• Universities• Offer value• Be where they aren’t• Get financial support• Engage regional partners
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…Including Working Closely with Your CVB/Tourism Board
Oil
Water
Usual Relationship Talent Attraction Relationship
CVB/Tourism Board wants to attract visitors
You want to attract future residents
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2. Determine the Image You Need to Convey
• Survey skilled workers• Focus on recent transplants• Identify strengths• Uncover weaknesses• Understand their sources of
information• Build brand around findings• Reinforce positive assets
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Change Misperceptions
Amplify Advantages
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Tell a Different Story
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3. Create an Exciting Brand Aimed at Consumers
Companies and Decision Makers Skilled Professionals
Combined Brand for Two Audiences
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4. Build a Fully Integrated Marketing Campaign
• Brand, logo and tagline• Website• Events• Job fairs• Ambassador campaign• Social and digital media
• PR and media relations• Giveaways• Marketing collateral• Trade show booths• Advertising
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5. Involve Ambassadors as the Face of Your Campaign
• Family and friends = top sources of information
• Share positive messages across vast networks
• People want to connect with similar people
• Build pride and engagement in community
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6. Make a Splash with Your Campaign Launch
• Engaging speaker• Giveaways• Ways to get involved• Local media• Social media during event
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Joel Kotkin
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7. Get Creative to Find Your Niche Audience
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7 Tips on Launching Your Campaign
1. Engage Your Business Community Early2. Determine the Image You Need to Convey3. Create an Exciting Brand Aimed at Consumers4. Build a Fully Integrated Marketing Campaign5. Involve Ambassadors as the Face of Your Brand6. Make a Splash with Your Campaign Launch7. Get Creative to Find Your Niche Audience