The Roadmap to Employee Retention

In January, Workforce Coffee Connection sparked a strong conversation around employee engagement as a retention strategy. In April, we will continue that discussion by exploring the next step: how organizations build clear pathways for employee growth.

Join us on April 21 as we examine how structured development opportunities, internal advancement pathways, and hands-on training models can strengthen engagement and help employees see a future within your organization.

This session will feature two perspectives: Tenise Chapman of Black Hills Tire will share how organizations can build employee growth roadmaps that outline development milestones, skill-building opportunities, and transparent pathways for advancement. We will also hear from Lilly Stone, HR Director for West River Electric Association, a local employer that has successfully grown and retained talent through apprenticeships and on-the-job training, offering practical examples of how businesses can develop talent from within.

Who should attend? This event is ideal for HR leaders, supervisors, training and development professionals, operations managers, and business leaders who want to strengthen employee engagement and build long-term workforce pipelines.

Key takeaways:

• Workforce trends: Understanding how to grow talent from within using employee roadmaps, apprenticeships, and on-the-job training to develop your workforce.
• Engagement strategies: Designing internal tools for outlining milestones, and advancing employee growth pathways to help strengthen retention.

AGENDA

8:15 am – Investors Arrive and Network

8:30 am – Welcome and Introductions from Workforce Team

8:35 am – Featured Speaker Presentation: Building Growth Pathways and Milestones | Tenise Chapman, Co-Owner, Black Hills Tire

8:50 am – Featured Speaker Presentation: Roots & Retention: Growing Talent from Within | Lilly Stone, HR Director, West River Electric Association

9:10 am – Breakout Discussions with Speakers

9:33 am – Rotate Groups

9:57 am – Closing Remarks and Upcoming Workforce Events

10:00 am – Event Concludes

About the Speakers

Tenise Chapman

Tenise Chapman is the co-owner of Black Hills Tire alongside her husband Weston, and the driving force behind the company's deep commitment to community. Known for her heart-forward leadership, she has built a business rooted in trust, service, and genuine connection.

From organizing charity drives and supporting Post 22 & 320, to Hobby Toy company shopping, WAVI, and the WDT scholarship, Tenise is constantly finding meaningful ways for her team to give back. She believes a successful business doesn't just serve customers — it strengthens the community around it.

Her dedication and generous spirit set the tone for the entire shop. She leads with gratitude, gives with intention, and proves every day that community impact isn't just something you talk about — it's something you build together.

Lilly Stone

Lilly Stone is the HR Director at West River Electric. Her role focuses on employee retention and supporting employee growth. Her experience includes developing employees within an organization with strong retention, where career growth requires intentional planning and long-term development.

She focuses on helping employees grow and build skills over time, even when promotions are limited. She works closely with leadership to support internal development and prepare employees for future opportunities. She values clear communication, fairness, and creating opportunities that help employees build long-term careers.

There is no fee, however, we do ask you to RSVP so we ensure we have enough room to accommodate attendees. This is an in-person event.

Registration closes Friday, April 17th!

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