- Employers cite budget, bandwidth, and regulatory concerns as barriers to participation, even when there are examples of similar organizations overcoming those issues.
- If employers are hesitant, they are provided with success stories from companies in similar industries that have implemented fair chance hiring.
- When employers express concerns about risk, the discussion is reframed around talent retention, workforce engagement, and alignment with DEI goals.
- Employers in the cohort learn to address staff and customer concerns about fair chance hiring through structured discussions and coaching.
This content is based on interviews or email correspondence with Steph Dolan in 2025. This draft content has NOT yet been signed off by the organization.
