- Subsidies and tax credits are presented as tools to offset talent acquisition costs, with programs like On-the-Job Training (OJT) offering wage reimbursements and Incumbent Worker Training covering upskilling expenses.
- Employers are introduced to financial incentives such as the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) for veterans and reentry populations, the Federal Bonding Program, and Enterprise Zone Job Tax Credits for economically disadvantaged hires.
- Concise, two-page overviews from Illinois WorkNet provide employers with clear details on training reimbursements and federal/state tax credits, including benefits for opportunity zones and specific target groups.
This content is based on interviews or email correspondence with Michael Thompson in 2024. This draft content has NOT yet been signed off by the organization.
