Retaining key employees in a tight labor market and uncertain capital market is becoming increasingly difficult. Building an organizational culture where employees continue to grow, be challenged and contribute are the cornerstones in successful business. The program will examine the challenge entrepreneurs and investors face in creating an organizational structure that meets the diverse needs and motivations of its staff as well as remain true to the company's goals of increased productivity.On Wednesday, October 18th, 2000 at the Bellevue Hyatt Regency, the MIT Enterprise Forum of the Northwest will present a panel of speakers who will address strategies for retaining valuable assets -- employees. Networking begins at 5:00 p.m. and dinner/presentation at 6:15 p.m.Our distinguished panel includes:Moderator: Bob Rosner, Chairman and Shop Steward, WorkingWounded.comPresenting Company: Stephen Campbell, CEO, CapitalStreamMelanie Vargas, Vice President of Human Resources, CapitalStreamPanelists: Shane Jones, President and CEO, eProject.comCandy Marshall, General Counsel and Vice President of Legal and Human Resources, WRQMartin Tobias, Founder and CEO, LoudeyeThe panelists will explore these questions in addition to those posed by the audience:* What attracts people to high-risk start-ups since the March/April correction?* Which corporate cultures best attract and retain an employee's interest?* Is it possible to "manage" a culture or does it simply grow out of the founding team's work habits?,/p> * How do you best shape your company to maximize market value creation in a high-churn employment market?* How can you handle employees who have a "rest and vest" attitude after a company has been successful?* What does it take to retain people during an uncertain (or non-existent)round of financing, a major shift in business focus or during difficult personal times?* How do you gracefully transition people out of an organization?In this highly interactive session, the panelists will share their experiences, knowledge and viewpoints, as well as invite questions from the audience.
