Workforce
Caring and Training: Building Skills and Wellbeing Through Workforce Development
Mike Bennett shares his thoughts on key aspects of effective workforce development programs and future trends in promoting a work culture that supports employee wellbeing.
By Lisa K. Desai and Michael Bennett
May 5, 2021
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by Lisa K. Desai
Lisa K. Desai, Psy.D., is Director of Behavioral Health Consulting at MindWise Innovations, a division of Riverside Community Care. Dr. Desai has over 20 years of clinical and administrative experience working in college counseling centers, community mental health, hospitals and private practice. In her role at MindWise, Dr. Desai leads the development and implementation of behavioral health programs for workplaces, and has developed construction-specific protocols, trainings and resources.
by Michael Bennett
Michael Bennett is a nationally recognized construction leader in pursuing health and safety in the workplace. He is Vice President at The Cianbro Companies which has the distinction of being one of the Healthiest and Safest Companies in America. Based on his experience at Cianbro as well as through his role as Chair of the National Health & Safety Committee and former Chair of the Workforce Development Committee at Associated Builders and Contractors, he shares his thoughts related to all things workforce development.
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