EMPLOYMENT & SKILLS
Chaired by Karen Corran, the Employment & Skills Committee represents members across all sectors and meets on the last Thursday of every month.
Committee Membership
| Member | Position | Organisation |
| Karen Corran (Chair) | Head of HR | Hansard Global PLC |
| Caren Pegg | Partner | Appleby |
| Charlotte Davies | HR Operations Manager | Microgaming |
| Karran Davies | Senior Consultant | EPL Isle of Man |
| Kelley Corlett | L&D Manager | Manx Telecom |
| Elanna Swindon | HR Manager | Sefton Group |
| Bernadette Murphy | Director | Connect2Recruitment |
| Eddie Kewin | - | MPES |
| Rebecca Netton | - | MAC Group |
| Jo Pretty | Principal | UCIOM |
| Samantha Pemberton | Senior HR Manager | PwC |
| Gail Yeowell | Director | SmartHR |
| Leanne McKeown | Director | DQ Advocates |
| Heidi Dalgleish | HR | Global People Solutions |
| Lynsey Harris | HR | KPMG |
| Lorna Trevethan (Deputy Chair) | General Manager | employed.im |
| Geoff Chatwood | UCM |
About the Committee
The Committee works closely with the Isle of Man Government, businesses of all sizes and it represents all sectors. It represents and supports Chamber members on all matters concerning employment and training. It recognises that employment and training are critical factors in relation to the future success and development of the Isle of Man economy.
Priorities and Objectives
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To represent the interests of Chamber members on all matters concerning employment, skills and development;
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To consult with government in relation to any key piece of proposed employment legislation or initiative;
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To work closely with the Department of Education, the Isle of Man College and students to assess employability skills and to align the education system with the changing needs of the economy;
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To seek to advise and influence government to ensure that it is aware of the practical impact that proposed employment legislation may have on businesses and employers by identifying threats and opportunities;
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To work closely with the Department of Economic Development (DED) by acting as a liaison contact between DED and Chamber Members to identify and communicate current employment matters;
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To provide a discussion/ consultation forum to help identify, propose and promote new initiatives for DED to consider when developing future strategy that will affect Chamber members;
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To generally promote the use of the Manx Industrial Relations Service as an independent body that can assist employers and businesses;
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To promote continued support, training and education of Isle of Man students in a range of skills and business sectors to encourage a diverse and flexible economy; and
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To provide input and comment on key employment concerns that require regular review such as work permit, immigration and minimum wage issues.
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