Encore Talent Works offers a wealth of information…but sometimes you need help on a specific issue. We’ve recruited an experienced team of volunteers to provide e-mail support on:

 

  • Fellowships – what models have people experimented with, what makes for a successful Fellowship program, where do you go to recruit Fellows?
    • Janet Shaw is the New York Program Director for the Encore Fellowships Network
  • Encores in government – how do you make the case for encore roles in government, what are the success factors?
    • Beverly Burns led the Michigan Encore Executives in Residence program as an Encore Innovation Fellow.
  • Hiring encore talent, particularly from the private sector – how do you assess transferable skills, commitment and cultural fit; what are the key steps to integrate experienced talent with existing staff?
    • David Garvey is Director, University of Connecticut Nonprofit Leadership Program and Adjunct Professor.
  • Encores in schools, grades K to 3 – how do you make the case, fund, recruit encore candidates and manage a school-based program?
    • Peggy Goldberg is Volunteer Advisor, AARP Foundation Experience Corps
  • Other questions
    • Betsy Werley is Director, Network Expansion, Encore.org and project manager for Encore Talent Works