Employer Resource Network (ERN®) offers a private‑public partnership platform that connects employers with local human‑service agencies, non‑profits, and educational institutions to provide workplace‑based success coaching and real‑time referrals to social services, training, and
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Employers often struggle to retain skilled workers because employees face personal and socioeconomic barriers that limit their ability to stay employed or advance, and existing HR programs lack direct connections to community services and training resources.
Solution
Employer Resource Network (ERN®) creates a private‑public partnership model that links businesses with local human‑service agencies, non‑profits, and educational institutions. Through onsite success coaches, employees receive confidential case management that identifies needed supports and connects them in real time to services such as financial counseling, ESL classes, GED preparation, and health and wellness programs. The platform aggregates these referrals and tracks outcomes via an evaluative content‑management system, allowing employers to monitor impact on retention and skill development. ERN® members also join a national peer‑learning network that shares best practices, frameworks, and resources across participating companies, fostering continuous improvement. By aligning employer‑driven engagement with community resources, ERN® helps build a stable, skilled workforce while advancing broader economic independence.
Target Audience
Primary customers are small to large employers seeking to improve employee retention and advancement, as well as chambers of commerce, economic development agencies, and workforce‑development partners that support local businesses.
Features
- Workplace‑based success coaching that provides confidential case management and skill‑building guidance
- Real‑time referral engine linking employees to local social services, training programs, and financial assistance
- Integrated tracking and reporting dashboard that measures utilization, outcomes, and retention impact
- National peer‑learning network for member companies to exchange best practices and program resources
- Cross‑sector collaboration framework connecting employers, chambers of commerce, public agencies, non‑profits, and community colleges
- Structured evaluation CMS that demonstrates program impact for both businesses and partner organizations