Articles by Max Mihelich

Pot Committed: How Marijuana Legalization Will Transform Talent
As recreational marijuana buds into a legitimate billion-dollar business from its seedy past, talent professionals are encountering business challenges that are both familiar and new.

The New Free Agent Nation
What does the influx in freelance labor mean for traditional talent management?

Tech Training Takes Byte of the Big Apple
As the economy continues to rely on highly specialized jobs, workforce development programs are working to ensure minorities are not left behind.

A Greener Diverse Workforce
Building operations and waste management jobs are becoming increasingly specialized, with a focus on sustainability.
Meet the Editors You’ll Meet at Symposium
Meet the women who will be moderating panels, conducting interviews and reporting the latest onsite at the Spring 2015 CLO Symposium.
CLO Spring Symposium Keynote Speaker Highlight: Bill Rasmussen
Ever been curious how the ever-popular, ever-famous ESPN got its start? Founder Bill Rasmussen shares his story.

Hiring Without the Box
The Ban the Box movement seeks to give people with a criminal record a fairer chance at landing a job by removing the criminal conviction box on job applications.

Best Practices for Fair-Chance Policies
Follow these guidelines to ensure that your company's hiring practices are fair.
New App and Panel Discussions for Spring 2015 CLO Symposium
Learning executives and thought leaders discuss their views on hot industry trends in panel discussions. And our brand new event app is now available for download on the Apple App store and Google Play.
The Second City Hosts LearningElite Awards Gala at Spring 2015 CLO Symposium
Chicago comedy group brings the funny to annual awards program.

Every Job I Have Worked at Has Been Primarily White
The title of this post reflects editor Max Mihelich's experience. He thinks this is unacceptable. What’s your take?
CLO Spring Symposium Keynote Speaker Highlight: Heidi Reeder
Keynoter Heidi Reeder shares what it takes to "Commit to Win"
Awards, Comedy and Breakfast – The Perfect Storm
Sarah Kimmel gives a glimpse at the kick-off features of the Spring 2015 CLO Symposium

Finding the Power to Do More Through Teaching
Dell’s executive director of leadership development Maureen McDonald found a way to combine her passion for teaching with a rewarding career.