EMPLOYER FOCUS: COMMUNITY HIRING Committed to Chicago since 1901, Walgreens has been a vital part of Chicago’s landscape for over 100 years. Walgreens’ partnership with Skills has also expanded and grown over the years, recently pioneering Skills’ youth-focused work. Walgreens’ collaboration at all levels of the organization allows for this partnership to be innovative and forward thinking. Walgreens has hired 57 individuals through Skills since 2014 in roles including Customer Service Associate, Pharmacy Technician, Shift Lead, Assistant Store Manager Trainee, and more. Walgreens was a leading partner and thought leader as Skills designed and launched its new youth initiative, Beyond the Diploma. Walgreens has been a three-year sponsor of the Employment Champions Breakfast. Kathleen Wilson-Thompson, Executive Vice President and Global Chief Human Resources Officer of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc., has played a vital role on Skills’ Board of Directors since joining in 2013.
“
“Skills is more than just a hiring partner, they are a resource we rely on as we work on local initiatives and strategic hiring priorities. We are proud to have jointly conceived of the new youth initiative, Beyond the Diploma, and to be a leading partner for the scheme. We have been impressed with the enthusiasm candidates from Skills have brought to our stores, and we are excited to expand our partnership and be a part of this new youth initiative that gives Chicago’s young adults an opportunity to succeed.”
“
Kathleen Wilson-Thompson Executive Vice President and Global Chief Human Resources Officer Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. 9
SKILLSFORCHICAGOLANDSFUTURE.COM