ACT Idea Village/Talent Retention

Talent Segments

 * non native students and new grads
 * native students and new grads (born and raised in Nola)
 * transplants (relocated b/c of Katrina for idealistic goals, currently working for Teach for America or other non-profit)
 * transplants professionals (relocated pre-katrina for job ops)

Programs/Tactics

 * 504 ward – connections program
 * Tulane and LSU outreach programs
 * Summer internship programs
 * Networking Events
 * Mentor programs
 * Marketing about advantages of staying in Nola

Partners

 * Tulane, UNO, LSU, SLU, Med schools, nursing schools career development offices
 * Alumni Organziations
 * Any large companies based in Orleans, Jefferson Parish

Metrics

 * Size of database/ Subscribers to mailing list
 * Interns placed
 * Graduates placed
 * Survey of intent to stay in New Orleans, class tracking....

Changes

 * not target Non natives with no previous tie to New Orleans
 * Business plan competition would only be open to people living in New Orleans
 * focus on