Ahead of the Shaping CT’s Future: Workforce Development Velocity summit, FOX 61 sat down with Jen Tindall (Chief Legal Counsel & Human Resources at Rebellion Group) and Mel Nardiello (Director of Marketing at Rebellion Group) to highlight one of Connecticut’s most pressing economic challenges: attracting, training, and retaining a dynamic modern workforce.
Hosted by Connecticut’s leading marketing and technology agency, Rebellion Group, the full-day summit hosted at Southern Connecticut State University convenes leaders across business, education, policy, and technology to discuss actionable strategies for accelerating talent pipelines—from classroom to career.
The broadcast underscored that while job openings in Connecticut are rising, success relies on creating seamless growth pathways, establishing strong employer-school partnerships, and upskilling talent to meet the needs of complex, modern industries. From internships to career advancement and supportive workplace cultures, building a sustainable state economy requires coordinated action across every sector.
“Creating a great workforce in Connecticut is the responsibility of everyone. Whether it’s business, government, or educators—all of us have a role to play. My hope is that people walk away feeling inspired with new ideas, but more importantly, ready to act on them.”
— Jen Tindall, Chief Legal Counsel & Human Resources, Rebellion Group
“High school and college students are looking for answers in a changing landscape. What impresses me most about younger workers entering the workforce is their passion, creativity, and understanding of the world. By partnering with schools to offer internships and real-world skills training, employers can set our state’s future up for success.”
— Mel Nardiello, Director of Marketing, Rebellion Group
To learn more about upcoming events and register for free, visit shapingctsfuture.com.