“Disney’s Approach to Employee Engagement” hosted by Temple Economic Development Corporation and Workforce Solutions of Central Texas in Cooperation with Grand Central Texas

Texas ComptrollerThe Comptroller’s office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texas’ chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government.As chief financial officer, the Comptroller’s office collects taxes and fees owed the state. Most of the office’s duties and powers are enumerated in the Texas Tax Code and in Chapter 403 of the Texas Government Code. As guardian of the state’s fiscal affairs, agencies depend on the Comptroller’s office to pay their bills and issue paychecks to state employees. Legislators rely on the Comptroller’s office to chart the course of the Texas economy, produce annual financial reports and estimate future state revenues. Local officials and businesses look to the agency for economic development guidance and data analysis. Taxpayers rely upon it for assistance and guidance regarding compliance with tax laws. And all Texas residents depend on the Comptroller’s office to safeguard their tax dollars and ensure they are handled wisely.As the state’s cashier, the Comptroller’s office receives, disburses, counts, safeguards, records, allocates, manages and reports on the state’s cash. In addition, the Texas Comptroller chairs the state’s Treasury Safekeeping Trust, which invests, manages and oversees more than $50 billion in assets.The Comptroller’s office is also the state’s purchasing manager, awarding and managing hundreds of statewide contracts on behalf of more than 200 state agencies and 1,600 cooperative purchasing members. The agency is committed to cultivating a healthy economic environment in Texas by providing a variety of services to business owners, taxpayers, local officials, HUBs and everyday Texans.The Comptroller’s office also administers a variety of programs, including the State Energy Conservation Office, Texas college savings plans, statewide procurement initiatives, and more.Temple Economic Development CorporationEstablished in 1988, the Temple Economic Development Corporation (Temple EDC) is a nonprofit organization that serves as the designated economic development entity for the City of Temple, Texas. Temple EDC is a one-stop shop for all things business development and works closely with community partners and the City of Temple seeking growth opportunities.

Host:  Temple Economic Development Corporation / Texas Comptroller

Disney Institute is bringing its renowned professional development course, “Disney’s Approach to Employee Engagement,” to Central Texas.  
 The one-day event will allow area professionals to explore ways in which they can shape their organization's culture based on desired employee behaviors, and select people who are a right-fit for the organization’s culture. This day of Disney Institute training uses business insights and time-tested examples from Disney parks and resorts worldwide to inspire individuals and organizations to enhance their own customer experience using Disney principles as their guide. The course is beneficial to professionals, and specifically those with direct reports, looking to improve how they select, train, and engage employees. Individuals interested in shaping a confident, highly productive, and dedicated workforce will find this course valuable.
There are four interconnected processes that define an organization’s culture: employee selection, training, communication and care. Each is crucial to creating and nurturing a culture of excellence. With a rich tradition and heritage built upon creating memorable experiences, Disney parks and resorts have consistently worked to attract, develop and retain employees dedicated to this vision.
 To ensure employees consistently deliver exceptional experiences, an organization must intentionally design processes that reinforce their desired culture. Sharing insights of how selection, training, and engagement are enhanced through high-quality communication and genuine care is one of the ways that Disney Institute can help you think differently about your business.
 In this look at Disney's approach to Employee Engagement, you can:
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<LI> Explore ways in which you could shape your organization's culture based on desired employee behaviors, and select people who are a right-fit for your culture.</LI>
<LI>Learn how to adapt training strategies that ensure employees are confident in their roles by creating a holistic plan that drives employee engagement.</LI>
<LI>Understand how to develop high-quality communication that strengthens your organization's culture and engages your employees.</LI>
<LI>Examine ways in which to create a supportive environment through genuine care, including employee recognition and the elimination of workplace hassles.</LI>
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Photo Credit: © Disney
 
"Although Disney Institute is presenting this program, the sponsor of this program, Temple Economic Development Corporation, and not Disney Institute, is responsible for marketing and promoting this program, and for providing and arranging for the venue, facilities and other items for this program. This includes any food and beverage offered at or in connection with this program. Temple Economic Development Corporation is not an agent of Disney Institute or its affiliates, and Disney Institute and its affiliates assume no liability relating to the event or for the acts or omissions of Temple Economic Development Corporation."