#4 - Megan Mauro: Second Chance Hiring & Unlocking Talent for Texas Businesses
Megan Mauro, Executive Vice President of the Texas Association of Business
Welcome to Episode #4 of Bills & Business: TXLege News! In this episode, we explore second chance hiring with Megan Mauro, Executive Vice President of the Texas Association of Business. Megan discusses the Texas Second Chance Employers Coalition, an initiative launched by the TAB Foundation to support hiring practices that empower individuals with criminal records to rejoin the workforce.
Join host Laura Davis, Co-Founder of USLege, as she and Megan dive into the benefits of second-chance hiring. They cover how these practices not only provide meaningful opportunities for individuals and families but also offer businesses a loyal and skilled talent pool. They’ll discuss the ways in which companies like JPMorgan Chase, Union Pacific, and Refined Technologies are leading the charge and setting an example in this important area.
Listen in to learn about the business case for second chance hiring and how it contributes to community growth, workforce development, and economic resilience.
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