Level Up Your Career: The Power of Professional Development for Justice-Impacted Talent

Your career isn’t just about getting a job. It’s about building a life you’re proud of—one that reflects your goals, skills, and growth. At Talent Nova, we believe professional development is one of the most powerful ways to do that. Whether you’re just getting started, re-entering the workforce, or looking to grow where you’re already […]
Navigating Performance Evaluations: Preparing, Receiving Feedback, and Growing

Performance evaluations can feel nerve-wracking, especially if you’re new to the workforce or re-entering it after a period of time. However, they’re also a powerful opportunity to showcase your accomplishments, receive guidance for growth, and strengthen your career trajectory. For justice-impacted talent, evaluations are an opportunity to build trust, demonstrate your value, and show employers […]
What is Fair Chance Hiring? How do You Search for Fair Chance Jobs?

How to build your confidence— and spark it in others – Brittany Packnett

Your First 90 Days: Setting Yourself Up for Success in Your New Role

Starting a new job is exciting—it’s a fresh opportunity to grow, learn, and prove yourself. Landing a role is a huge milestone worth celebrating, and what happens next is equally important. The first 90 days in a new role are a chance to build a strong foundation for long-term success. At Talent Nova, we know […]
Building Resilience and Thriving in the Modern Workforce

Starting or re-entering the workforce can feel daunting. Adjusting to workplace dynamics, learning new skills, and navigating relationships with colleagues—all while managing personal challenges—requires a special kind of strength. For justice-impacted job seekers, building resilience and mental toughness is more than a skill; it’s a pathway to thriving in a new environment. At Talent Nova, […]
Had Encounters with the Law? A look at Fair-Chance Hiring and Opportunities

Jonaed interviews Khalilah KO Olokunola, a senior advisor for TalentNova and founder of Reengineering HR, about skills-first hiring and navigating the workforce for justice-impacted individuals. They discuss the challenges faced by justice-impacted individuals in finding employment, the importance of community support, the impact of Ban-the-Box policies, and the skills and certifications that justice-impacted individuals possess.
Artificial Intelligence Meets the Streets for Good – Dr. K.O. Creator of Talent Nova: A Solution to Help the Previously Incarcerated Find Jobs

Dr. Khalilah “KO” Olokunola is an expert in the field of human resources and technology, leading a new effort known as Talent Nova that uses technology and artificial intelligence to change how we support justice-impacted talent and to help the previously incarcerated leverage AI to change their lives, contribute their human talents and help transform how we see talent and the workforce.
Life After Incarceration with Dr. Khalilah Olokunola

In today’s episode, we had the amazing Dr. Khalilah “KO” Olokunola, who is an expert in the field of human resources, leading a new effort that uses technology to change how we support justice-impacted talent. Take a listen as we discuss building a life after incarceration. You can find more about KO on her website https://reengineeringhr.com/home.
Empowering Justice Impacted Talent and Fair Chance Futures with Dr. Khalilah “KO” Olokunola

Dr. Khalilah Olokunola, Sr. Advisor, Talentnova, known to many as KO, joins us to share her pivotal role in reimagining human resources for justice-impacted individuals. Her transformative journey from event and set design to spearheading HR innovation demonstrates a steadfast commitment to championing marginalized talent. Through her collaboration with True Colors and establishment of the Disrupt You onboarding program, KO illustrates how HR can serve as a catalyst for genuinely inclusive, purpose-driven, and prosperous workplaces.