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Episode Summary:

Join Doug Jenkins in a best of episode of Chamber Amplified as he talks with Steve Stivers, the President and CEO of the Ohio Chamber of Commerce. In what was the 100th episode of the podcast, they take on topics like workforce development, the impacts of AI on business, and strategies to retain and attract talent in Ohio, particularly emphasizing innovation and growth opportunities in Findlay and Hancock County.

Steve shares insights on Ohio's economic climate and the strategies needed to combat workforce challenges. The episode covers initiatives like internships tailored to retain college graduates and tapping into underemployed communities, such as second-chance hire programs and re-integration of retirees in the workforce. They also talk about the future impact of automation and AI, positioning Ohio for potential industry reshoring due to technological advancements.

Key Takeaways:

• Ohio's focus on workforce retention includes enticing college graduates to remain in the state through targeted internship programs.
• The incorporation of retirees and underemployed groups into the workforce is crucial for filling skill gaps.
• Automation and AI present both challenges and opportunities for Ohio’s business sectors, promising efficiency improvements while necessitating workforce adaptability.
• Stivers emphasizes reshoring as a significant trend, potentially boosting Ohio’s manufacturing industry.
• Immigration, particularly merit-based, plays a key role in sustaining economic growth and addressing talent shortages in specific sectors.

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