Speaking of Work
In 2024, the Center for Human Resources and Labor Studies introduced its speaker series, Speaking of Work. This free and hybrid program is designed for professionals in the Twin Cities business community and beyond to learn first hand from practitioners across different industries. Speaking of Work aims to foster curiosity and learning by providing a platform for community members to share best practices, industry insights, and more.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
8:15 a.m. - Networking Breakfast
8:45 - 9:45 a.m. - Session Begins
Hansen Hall, Room 2-245 or virtual on Zoom
Allison Whalen
Founder & CEO - Parentaly
Allison Whalen is the founder and CEO of Parentaly, a comprehensive program that provides pre-leave planning, return-to-work support and manager training through parental leave. Allison started Parentaly after she returned to work from parental leave and found her piece of the business in disarray and her direct reports unhappy. After surveying her peers, she found the #1 complaint and reason for attrition after parental leave was due to career disruption caused by their time away from work. Allison has an MBA from Wharton and previously led the enterprise sales team at Managed by Q, which was acquired by WeWork.