Kick off 2026 by building a stronger, more effective team! Join the Southland Development Authority for Power Hour #6: Hiring and Retaining Employees for Small Businesses, a virtual session designed to help small business owners and entrepreneurs navigate staffing challenges and create a workplace that attracts and retains top talent.

Led by Elester Williams, Founder of HR Solution Focused Consulting, this session draws on decades of experience in Human Resources, Labor Relations, and Industrial Safety with Fortune 500 companies. Elester now works with small businesses to develop practical HR strategies tailored to their unique needs, covering recruitment, employee retention, workplace safety, and organizational development.

🧾 What You’ll Learn:
Why staff planning is essential for startups and small businesses
How to recruit and hire the right person for the right job
Proven strategies to retain your best employees

📅 Date: January 27, 2026
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM Central Time (US & Canada)
💻 Format: Virtual Power Hour

🎯 Perfect for:
Small business owners, entrepreneurs, and startup founders looking for practical tools to strengthen their teams, improve hiring practices, and grow their businesses.

Start the year off right by gaining actionable insights to hire smarter, retain better, and build a team that drives your business forward.