FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — May 12, 2026 — Roberta Scott Pettis, president of FocusWorks Consulting Group®, will deliver the keynote address at the inaugural Tennessee WorkSource Summit, hosted by the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development, on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in Nashville.
The WorkSource Summit brings together state and local leaders, business owners, human resources professionals, and workforce and economic development stakeholders from across Tennessee to explore strategies to strengthen the state’s workforce pipeline and sustain economic growth. The two-day summit will focus on apprenticeships, work-based learning, micro and stackable credentials, and preparing the next generation of workers for long-term success.
Roberta will present her signature 45-minute keynote, The Whole Leader Advantage™: Why Workforce Success Starts with Better Leaders, offering practical, research-informed insights on how leadership effectiveness directly impacts workforce readiness, engagement, and retention. Her message emphasizes the critical role leaders play in creating environments where talent can grow, adapt, and thrive—particularly amid rapid workforce and economic change.
“Tennessee’s workforce momentum depends not only on strong systems and policies, but on leaders who understand how to bring out the best in people,” said Roberta. “I’m honored to support the WorkSource Summit and contribute to this important statewide conversation about the future of work.”
With more than two decades of experience in leadership development, talent strategy, and organizational effectiveness, Roberta is a trusted advisor to executives, government entities, and organizations seeking sustainable performance and people-centered growth. Her work is known for bridging strategy and human behavior, equipping leaders with tools they can immediately apply in their organizations and communities.
Key Details for the 2026 TN WorkSource Summit:
–Focus: Bridging education, industry, and policy to build a competitive workforce.
–Sessions: Covering apprenticeships, micro-credentials, and high-growth industry needs.
–Registration: Online registration is available through Cvent.
–Location: Sonesta Nashville Airport, Nashville, TN
–Meeting Agenda: Meeting Agenda