EDLI: Growing Strong Teams: Connecting with New Associates Through the Cycle of Growth

Workforce challenges remain one of the most pressing issues facing senior living leaders today, making retention, leadership, and associate development critical priorities. This session provides practical tips for ways that leaders can intentionally attract, develop, and retain top-performing associates. Participants will explore how thoughtful hiring, ongoing support, skills development, and meaningful recognition work together to build a strong, engaged workforce. Attendees will leave with clear, actionable strategies they can immediately apply to strengthen leadership effectiveness, improve retention, and cultivate long-term employee success.

Learning Objectives:

•Identify effective recruitment and hiring practices that attract associates aligned with organizational values and long-term workforce needs.

•Evaluate training and support strategies that strengthen engagement, performance, and leadership capacity among associates.

•Analyze real-world case studies to determine practical ways to expand growth opportunities for employees.