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.

At Success Champion Networking (SCN) we make real connections to help people learn, share, and grow, together.

I'm fairly new at the Hospitality Table, but these guys are like my family.

Our meetings are at 11 AM ET on Tuesdays for an hour.

I'm truly amazed by what Donnie Boivin has created, and how each incredible chapter has it's own vibe while keeping to the the core principles that make up what SCN is all about!

Noelle Labrie, Chef Simon Zatyrka, Todd Vahlsing and I are here to serve our members and guests.

Grateful to Ruth Mallon, Cristina Gia Luciano, Zev Gotkin, Neil Newman, Mike Porto, Daran Adair, Melissa Long, Kristen Chimack and others that make the Hospitality Table so amazing!

Special shout out to Paul McCarthy....you can never leave us buddy! 

If you're interested in connecting with incredible people, let me know & Ill get you situated.

#SCN #HospitalityTable #VC

Breaking the cycles of poverty, homelessness, and food insecurity with Transformation Kitchen™️ because everyone has a right to thrive, not just survive. “We don’t just flip eggs, we flip lives.”

We've been working behind the scenes, making connections, building the plane while we're flying it to #DotheWork.

Last night after a day of in-person and virtual meetings, mainly around #TKNY, we had our first Board of Directors Meeting of the year and solidified plans, strengthened partnerships, and reversed-engineered how we're going to get it all done.

Thank you to Kylie van Luyn FIEP, Candice Van Dertholen, and Desiree Goldey for your time, energy, resources, and wisdom.  We couldn't do this work without your leadership.

We are also very grateful to our Advisory Board members who daily share their insights, time and talents with HR-4U INC. so that we can break cycles of poverty, homelessness, and food insecurity around the world.

Nicole (Nic) Angai-Galindo
Felecia W.
Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller,
Scott Raven
Harris G.
Sharon Birn
Sheena Lance-Nold PCC, BCC, MS
Chef Christopher Follari
JenLyn enJEN of COR SYStems-ACI-P
Viswa Prasanna
Derek Strokon - BA Econ, CPC, MFA-P
Amanda Prince, PHR, PMP
Alysa Southall 💜❤️💚💙

If you would like to know more about our work, our Boards, and how you can get involved, please reach out.

"We flip more than eggs. We flip lives."

#BoardWork #Community #DoTheWork #TKNY #TKNicaragua #TKAU #TKTexas #TKCostaRica #TKCanada

My wife lost part of her hair and her eyebrows when she was going through chemo.

We joke about her not really having eyebrows now, but back then, it wasn't funny.

At the time there wasn't anything like what Courtney Turich 's company Cooler Heads Care
is doing.

When I told Jo, about Courtney 's post earlier she said, I'll flip my hair to help others!

Jody Forehand thank you for being a light!  

Thank you to all of the ladies out there that stand out and UP to celebrate others.

Thank you Courtney Turich.

Thank you Cooler Heads Care.

#DoTheFlip #CoolerHeadsCare

We built HR-4U INC. to fight for those that don't have a voice.

For the 44% of U.S. workers that don't make enough to put food on the table and support themselves and their families. 

We advocate for organizations to pay living wages to their employees.

We bridge the gap between immediate relief and long-term stability, empowering people to move from crisis to self-sufficiency with our Transformation Kitchen ™️ program.

We differentiate ourselves by the quality and level of services we offer.

AND...

Once people enter the forge, they will always have a home and family to support them.

People say we're mad.

All the best people (and organizations) are.

Find out more from my profile or on our website at HR-4U.ORG.

#Impact #BeTheChange #DoTheWork #TK

Happy #FunkyFriday friends!

It's our time to drop those worries in the wastebasket outside and jump into the virtual roller-skating rink where we can:
🎆meet new people
🎆cheer on others
🎆learn something new
🎆have some fun

I'm schreeching the tires, running into the rink from in-person meetings today and WOW....do we have a #FunkyFriday drop for you today.  

Buckle up!

As I walk in the mood is vibing and the music is jiving!  DJ Prince (aka Amanda) is that Chaka on the mic?

I saw the Outlier VW Van in the parking lot and I see Tom has dropped off all of the awesome folks from The Outlier Project into the rink to celebrate with us!  Gracias!

Twenty #Outliers are in Matagalpa with Peter, Audra, and the team of Rayo de Sol Nicaragua building, painting and moving the needle!  

We can't wait to hear all about it.  I will be heading back this Summer to do some work with the team for #TKNicaragua and I'm excited!

Over at The Muse Tiki Bar my friends Noelle, Todd, Simon, Ruth, Paul, John  and Founder Donnie are chatting up all of the cool chapters we have in Success Champion Networking (SCN).

I'm honored to be the Member Chair for the Hospitality Table.  Reach out if you would like to know more about this amazing group!

On the other side of The Muse I see Melissa, Jerry, Nicole (Nic), and Derek talking about our first #TKCookbook available March 28th at our #CookingUPChange event (then globally in April).

Huge thanks to Melissa Carson who was our Signature Sponsor for the cookbook and GUIDING BRILLIANT WRITERS (GBW) PUBLISHING, LLC for the amazing work to put this together.

OK, I'm in line for my skates, so you know what that means.....it's time for the rink chatter....

Welcome to Season 8 of #Time2CHANGE! 

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I've got my skates and it's time to go. 

Check on 3 people as my buddy Cindi says!

#FunkyFriday #ASK #Curiosity #TK #SCN #Outliers

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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