When Mothers Speak: Attracting and Retaining Mothers in the Workforce
ABOUT THIS SESSION:
We are living in a difficult time in the labor market. Organizations are facing challenges filling senior level roles. Essential, female-dominated industries such as healthcare, and hospitality are facing labor shortages. Companies are worried about training up their employees fast enough to meet the evolving demands of technology. And all the while, one in four women report leaving their jobs after having kids.
We will present key findings from our ‚ÄúWhen Mothers Speak‚Äù report which provides insight on this statistic. The report’s findings draw from the survey responses of almost 300 mothers, and highlights trends employers should consider to better attract and retain mothers.
We will provide specific actions and strategies employers can take to maintain a competitive edge in the hiring market, and retain their employees. Action areas will address: strategies to support career growth and leadership development, cutting edge policies and benefits, and cultivation of an inclusive and supportive culture.
We will address where different industries stand on the actions we recommend, and the offerings organizations should consider in order to stay on the cutting edge of family friendly benefits packages and policies, and have the most competitive advantage when it comes to talent attraction and retention.
The session will be structured to be both informative and interactive. We will give participants time to dig into, and unpack the findings from the report. And to gain insight from one another on challenges and opportunities with implementation of our recommendations.
PRESENTED BY:
MIRIAM RUBIN (Read Miriam’s Bio)
Co-Founder of Listen to Your Mothers
RENÉE ỌMỌLADÉ (Read Renée’s Bio)
Co-Founder of Listen to Your Mothers
ABOUT MIRIAM:
Miriam Rubin brings over 15 years of experience in youth-serving organizations, adept at managing large budgets, scaling programs, and building partnerships. With an MBA in Nonprofit Management from Brandeis University’s Heller School, Miriam is a seasoned project and people manager.
Miriam’s background spans policy, systems, and direct service in both public and nonprofit sectors. She was the Budget Director for Boston Public Schools (BPS), where she managed a $1.4 billion budget and previously served as the Director of Partnerships, working with over 1,000 organizations to enhance equitable access to quality partnerships. Before BPS, she held leadership roles at several Boston nonprofits.
As the founder of ezmay consulting, LLC, and co-founder of Listen to Your Mothers, Miriam is a strong advocate for social justice and inclusive practices. Within all her work, she centers relationships and seeks to understand the unique perspectives of each contributor, ensuring that all voices are heard in the process. Miriam focuses on clear goals and systematic tracking to drive progress. Miriam is a mother of two, an identity that has deeply impacted her own career trajectory and the approach she takes to her current work with Listen to Your Mothers.
ABOUT RENÉE:
Renée Ọmọladé is a lifelong learner deeply rooted in Boston, where she balances roles as a mother of three, partner, sister, daughter, and friend. A South End native, Renée committed to the city by purchasing her first home at 24 and now resides in Dorchester. She is an alumna of Boston Latin School and holds a BA in Sociology with minors in Africana Studies and Gender & Women’s Studies from Emmanuel College. Currently, she is pursuing a Master’s in Public Policy at Northeastern University.
Renée is dedicated to systemic change as a co-founder of Listen to Your Mothers and the Director of Boston Community Hub Schools. She has worked with organizations like Black Girls Rock!, Crittenton Women’s Union, and the Lewis Family Foundation, launching the Bigger Than My Block initiative. Additionally, Renée co-founded the social activist coalition We Are The One and previously served as Partnerships and Alumni Engagement Manager at Boston Public Schools, overseeing the Opportunity Portfolio initiative to assess quality district partners.
Her work in public policy aims to create anti-racist systems and challenge harmful societal norms affecting communities of color. Renée is guided by her mottos, “I do not want to be a product of my environment; I want my environment to be a product of me,” and “reach as you climb.”