Chason Forehand

HR-4U INC.

My story consists of years of physical and mental abuse, drug addiction, homelessness, shame, self-loathing, incarceration and suicidal ideation.

I thought I was worthless.

I was offered a gift by someone in the culinary field that wanted to pay it forward, as it had been paid forward to them.  This set me on a path to get clean and see how I could pay it forward.

Forty-four percent (44%) of the U.S. makes below a living wage.
  
Poverty is on the rise.

Food Insecurity is at an all-time high.

How do we address these socioeconomic challenges with actionable change that breaks the cycles?

On the Advocacy side, we lock arms with End Workplace Abuse, Workplace Fairness, over 115 partners in 8 countries, to stand firm that people matter over everything else.  We are currently charging in the NY/NJ/CT area to help pass the Psychological Safety Act.

Our boots on the ground is our Transformation Kitchen(™️) program which builds strong communities of mentally and physically healthy humans that leave their addictions, violence, incarceration and past decisions behind to move forward in a positive way.  

With our Director of Student Wellness, Sarah O'Brien, we make sure those moving through our program are set up to thrive, not survive.

We are much more than a culinary training facility; we are a beacon of hope in the darkness.

Our first #TK is in Matagalpa, Nicaragua, working in tandem with Rayo de Sol to build a legacy of economic change.

Our next one will be in NY and we will be making more announcements soon.

If you would like to know more about our programs and how to get involved reach out here:
https://linktr.ee/chasonforehand

Founder

The Outlier Project

A dedicated professional development and growth community.  A special focus of The Outlier Project is to develop leaders who believe that companies and individuals alike succeed or fail based on the quality of the teams they build and the relationships they invest in.  We call this having a “People Over Everything” mindset.

Proud Audacious Member

Success Champion Networking (SCN)

The Success Champions Network is a B2B networking platform designed to connect like-minded businesses for genuine conversations, introductions, and growth opportunities. 

It aims to foster collaborations and substantial business growth through a community of professionals who adhere to the Success Champion's Code. Members gain access to actionable insights, immediate knowledge for business growth, and exclusive training programs. 

The network is not just about networking; it's about building a community, expanding business opportunities, and accessing practical knowledge to help members take their businesses to the next level.

Hospitality Table Member

Transform

The Transform Community is a dynamic network of professionals and leaders dedicated to enhancing their professional journeys through a dedicated online member experience. 

Members can leverage the collective wisdom of the community, engage in discussion forums, and access specialized groups. The community also offers real-time chats and a membership directory, providing rich resources and events to keep members connected and inspired.

U.S. Member

HR Consultations

I am the Founder and creator of a company designed to help small to medium sized Not-For-Profit, and Social Good organizations receive sound, expert advice, technical system assistance, and services without sales pressure and upselling. Our team has created a robust portfolio of helping many organizations thrive in tough economic times and a global pandemic.  We support our clients in every aspect of HR, developing policies, procedures, technical advice, developing programs and platforms to enhance their needs and put them on an empowered path of self-reliance.

Founder / Fractional HR

Spartan/LifeLab

As a senior leader of the organization, I was tasked with developing strategies for retaining the best talent, including how we recruited, engaged. and communicated with staff members across three countries and in multiple US states.  

My teams and I built the entire HR stack, award winning Safety Protocols for our warehouses, and all of the policies and procedures for the company.  We also developed, created, and marketed natural, food grade, nutrient-based supplements, and personal care products which were manufactured and distributed in the US.  

Our incredible marketing and Sales teams worked in tandem to double our YoY numbers in every division category, opening pathways to new markets, while solidifying relationships with Amazon, Walmart, Sally's Beauty, and others.  We developed strategies to increase our market space in traditional brick-n-mortar, B2B and B2C capacities while challenging ourselves for "what's next".

Our Warehouse teams went over 2 years without a single accident, maintained cGMP standards, and received excellent ratings from the FDA, Health Department, and other agencies, while shipping 100% on time to our partners each week.  This won us two coveted awards where we all shared the victory.

Director Of Operations

Founder of hr-4u.org▪︎Breaking down employment barriers▪︎People over Everything▪︎Neurodiversity Inclusion▪︎Disabilty Equality▪︎Military Ready

I believe in the power of people.

When we collaborate and work together we can move mountains, build communities, and conquer socioeconomic issues plaguing our cities.

Everyone should have a safe space to call home.

Everyone should have consistent access to nutritious food.

Everyone deserves to make a living wage.

I believe there is a way that companies and their teams can thrive.

At HR-4U INC, we are known for empowering change-driven companies and their leaders to advocate for and uplift their employees with living wages, worth, and wellbeing. 

Using a specialized grassroots approach, we empower change-driven leaders to stand up, speak out, and take action. This approach includes strategically collaborating with other nonprofits to shine a light on leaders who prioritize people first. 

This collaborative spirit stems from over 40 years of honing my “people-first” passion and experience in the Culinary, Human Resources and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion spaces. 

We are thrilled to announce that HR-4U has achieved the prestigious Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid/GuideStar for the fourth year in a row. This remarkable accomplishment is a testament to our unwavering commitment and relentless dedication.

Our newest program, Transformation Kitchen™, is designed to provide participants skilled training, a strong sense of community, wellness checkups, healthy meals and living wage careers.

Find out how you can get involved to create positive change in your community.

We are a charitable 501c3 Nonprofit, incorporated as hr-4u inc., in Delaware.  We're on a mission to remove the roadblocks that create barriers to finding living-wage employment for all communities. 

How we affect change:

We create meaningful relationships with employers, of all sizes, that are already exhibiting equitable hiring behaviors, creating meaningful diversity measures, and align with our mission.  We also look for individuals that are coaching leader behaviors towards people over everything.

We shine a light on the successful behaviors of our Employer-Partners & Leader-Partners through social media avenues, video recordings, speaking engagements and other venues.  By shining this light on positive behaviors, we create change for all to see and witness.  As our partnerships grow, the intensity of our light will grow, creating organic change while supporting fantastic leaders that are changing the world.

30 Minute Hit

As the co-owner of a 30 Minute HIT franchise, my job is to oversee daily operations and help train our clients to achieve their fitness goals. 

30 Minute Hit was specifically designed to help our clients discover new physical and mental strengths they never thought possible. Become sharper, stronger, balanced, and more confident! 30 Minute Hit has been designed as an exciting and accessible workout for women of all shapes, sizes, ages, and abilities. Designed just for women, the 30 Minute Hit offers a fresh, bright, and vibrant place where clients can leave the stresses of their day behind while training like a champ! With specifically designed equipment, guided instruction, inspiring soundtracks, and all the female-friendly touches our clients would expect, they will never dread working out again!

Co-Owner, Franchisee

Founder's Community

Member

Suiting Green Consulting

Suiting Green was an "Industry Agnostic" company in the business of helping companies understand the economic benefit of effectively employing veterans and military spouses to increase their competitive advantage by hiring smarter. We attempted to do this by consulting with businesses to assess their talent acquisition, onboarding, employee engagement and resource groups, and retention programs. This allowed us to address knowledge gaps and provide avenues of approach to successfully hire former military professionals and military spouses for positions with increasing responsibility potential that would benefit the company and the talent they hire. In doing so, the company would reap the benefit of experienced leaders with team building, project management, and training and development skills, and the military community could come to work for a company that appreciates their skills, experience, and knowledge.

Founder / Chief Headache Reducer

GovernmentCIO

Analyzed accessibility and ease-of-use of Department of Veterans Affairs website. Provided feedback to improve use of specific aspects of the website for veterans and caregivers.

Veteran Issues Analyst

Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative (VEI)

As the Digital Community Manager for VEI, my role revolved around assisting with the development, coordination, and evaluation of programs and projects to promote VEI alumni relations and avenues to better support veteran businesses or entrepreneurs. I was also involved in presenting, facilitating, and moderating various educational programs for VEI alumni, including cohorts, seminars, and workshops. I had the privilege to serve as a brand ambassador for VEI in various communities throughout the Central Florida area to promote new and existing programs and services.

Digital Community Manager

BOSS: Business One Stop Solutions

I help companies translate military experience, improve their veteran employee resource groups, and show them how to effectively and gainfully hire, onboard, engage, and retain top talent from the veteran and military spouse communities to increase their ROI.

Human Capital Consultant

EmpowerEmploy

I was recruited to serve as the Chief Operating Officer and Trainer at Empower Employ. During my time there, my job was to look at the headaches companies have when it comes to hiring transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses. Headaches like not understanding military jargon, levels of responsibility service members may have had in the military, how to translate military jobs and experience into something that the company understands, and how employing military spouses can mean hiring people who are educated, talented, and have the potential of benefiting the company for a long time. I got to do this by developing and providing training via a SHRM-accredited diversity and inclusion workshop through virtual means. I was also instrumental in bringing in new clients where the company offered to serve as a job-posting or staffing source for them.

Chief Operating Officer / Chief Trainer

The Walt Disney Company

Influenced over 70,000 different leaders and employees, while operating from a remote environment, for union and non-union stakeholders in Florida and South Carolina to resolve time, pay, and attendance matters within a 24-hour revolving timeline. Implemented Lean Six Sigma processes to 35 HRIS business applications to identify waste areas, and forecast and employ appropriate resources avoiding scope creep; resulted in increased efficiency of all processes by 275 percent. Daily operations included working with various HR management programs, providing clarification of contract specifications in both union and non-union areas related to benefit usage, FMLA quirks, and time, pay, and attendance recording.

Workforce Management - Labor, Attendance, & Time Specialist (RIF)

Disney Institute

Analyzed historical data from 56 professional development programs to identify trends in attendance and client backgrounds which supported eight client service coordinators with targeted demographic information; increased marketing efforts by 20 percent. Created three information papers highlighting ways ahead in the digital realm including options to digitize available content, create an online knowledge repository, and opportunities to expand through virtual courses. I worked to develop ways ahead in the digital realm to include options for digitizing available content and creating an online knowledge repository, as well as exploring opportunities with both virtual and augmented reality.

Business Integration Analyst

Disney Vacation Club

Sales representative for vacation ownership/timeshare segment of The Walt Disney Company responsible for monthly sales leads quotas and scheduling of time for DVC sales presentations.	Received recognition from peers and leaders for excellence in customer service for helping guests improve their vacation experience and by mentoring fellow employees to become 50 percent more efficient in their tasks.

Advance Sales Associate

Founder @ Suiting Green | HR Consulting, Leadership, Talent Mindset

With over 27 years of combined experience in the US Army and the corporate world, I am a human capital consultant and the founder of Suiting Green, a company that helps businesses create and implement effective military hiring programs. I have the expertise and insight to guide clients in attracting, hiring, onboarding, engaging, and retaining top talent from the military community, giving them a competitive advantage in the talent market.

My mission is to bridge the gap between the military and civilian worlds and to empower former military professionals and military spouses to find meaningful and fulfilling careers. I offer a range of services, including workshops, training, and tailored consulting, all designed to help businesses assess their talent needs, address knowledge gaps, and develop strategic plans for military hiring. I have worked with clients such as Toll Brothers Construction and Charter Communications, helping them improve their military hiring programs and employee resource groups, and increasing their awareness of the benefits and value that the military community brings to the table.

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