Sourcing new talent through an employee referral program can be one of a recruiter’s best assets, but only if the program actually works. Kevin Fryer, president and CEO of JobShakers, a mobile application referral company talks about why some referral programs don’t work, and how to develop key strategies to develop a successful program.

This morning, TeamKC hosted an interactive event featuring Kelly Reed, Ph.D., VP and Kansas City Market Leader at CMA. Below are key takeaways from the discussion on cultural practices to help attract, retain and engage talent.

Once you have found and hired the perfect candidate, the job of retaining that employee begins. TeamKC partner, Stacy Pursell, managing partner of The VET Recruiter, a division of the Pursell Group, shares the 3 must-haves to retain and keep your employee investment.