Chason Forehand

HR-4U INC.

My story consists of years of physical and mental abuse, drug addiction, homelessness, shame, self-loathing, incarceration and suicidal ideation.

I thought I was worthless.

I was offered a gift by someone in the culinary field that wanted to pay it forward, as it had been paid forward to them.  This set me on a path to get clean and see how I could pay it forward.

Forty-four percent (44%) of the U.S. makes below a living wage.
  
Poverty is on the rise.

Food Insecurity is at an all-time high.

How do we address these socioeconomic challenges with actionable change that breaks the cycles?

On the Advocacy side, we lock arms with End Workplace Abuse, Workplace Fairness, over 115 partners in 8 countries, to stand firm that people matter over everything else.  We are currently charging in the NY/NJ/CT area to help pass the Psychological Safety Act.

Our boots on the ground is our Transformation Kitchen(™️) program which builds strong communities of mentally and physically healthy humans that leave their addictions, violence, incarceration and past decisions behind to move forward in a positive way.  

With our Director of Student Wellness, Sarah O'Brien, we make sure those moving through our program are set up to thrive, not survive.

We are much more than a culinary training facility; we are a beacon of hope in the darkness.

Our first #TK is in Matagalpa, Nicaragua, working in tandem with Rayo de Sol to build a legacy of economic change.

Our next one will be in NY and we will be making more announcements soon.

If you would like to know more about our programs and how to get involved reach out here:
https://linktr.ee/chasonforehand

Founder

The Outlier Project

A dedicated professional development and growth community.  A special focus of The Outlier Project is to develop leaders who believe that companies and individuals alike succeed or fail based on the quality of the teams they build and the relationships they invest in.  We call this having a “People Over Everything” mindset.

Proud Audacious Member

Success Champion Networking (SCN)

The Success Champions Network is a B2B networking platform designed to connect like-minded businesses for genuine conversations, introductions, and growth opportunities. 

It aims to foster collaborations and substantial business growth through a community of professionals who adhere to the Success Champion's Code. Members gain access to actionable insights, immediate knowledge for business growth, and exclusive training programs. 

The network is not just about networking; it's about building a community, expanding business opportunities, and accessing practical knowledge to help members take their businesses to the next level.

Hospitality Table Member

Transform

The Transform Community is a dynamic network of professionals and leaders dedicated to enhancing their professional journeys through a dedicated online member experience. 

Members can leverage the collective wisdom of the community, engage in discussion forums, and access specialized groups. The community also offers real-time chats and a membership directory, providing rich resources and events to keep members connected and inspired.

U.S. Member

HR Consultations

I am the Founder and creator of a company designed to help small to medium sized Not-For-Profit, and Social Good organizations receive sound, expert advice, technical system assistance, and services without sales pressure and upselling. Our team has created a robust portfolio of helping many organizations thrive in tough economic times and a global pandemic.  We support our clients in every aspect of HR, developing policies, procedures, technical advice, developing programs and platforms to enhance their needs and put them on an empowered path of self-reliance.

Founder / Fractional HR

Spartan/LifeLab

As a senior leader of the organization, I was tasked with developing strategies for retaining the best talent, including how we recruited, engaged. and communicated with staff members across three countries and in multiple US states.  

My teams and I built the entire HR stack, award winning Safety Protocols for our warehouses, and all of the policies and procedures for the company.  We also developed, created, and marketed natural, food grade, nutrient-based supplements, and personal care products which were manufactured and distributed in the US.  

Our incredible marketing and Sales teams worked in tandem to double our YoY numbers in every division category, opening pathways to new markets, while solidifying relationships with Amazon, Walmart, Sally's Beauty, and others.  We developed strategies to increase our market space in traditional brick-n-mortar, B2B and B2C capacities while challenging ourselves for "what's next".

Our Warehouse teams went over 2 years without a single accident, maintained cGMP standards, and received excellent ratings from the FDA, Health Department, and other agencies, while shipping 100% on time to our partners each week.  This won us two coveted awards where we all shared the victory.

Director Of Operations

Founder of hr-4u.org▪︎Breaking down employment barriers▪︎People over Everything▪︎Neurodiversity Inclusion▪︎Disabilty Equality▪︎Military Ready

I believe in the power of people.

When we collaborate and work together we can move mountains, build communities, and conquer socioeconomic issues plaguing our cities.

Everyone should have a safe space to call home.

Everyone should have consistent access to nutritious food.

Everyone deserves to make a living wage.

I believe there is a way that companies and their teams can thrive.

At HR-4U INC, we are known for empowering change-driven companies and their leaders to advocate for and uplift their employees with living wages, worth, and wellbeing. 

Using a specialized grassroots approach, we empower change-driven leaders to stand up, speak out, and take action. This approach includes strategically collaborating with other nonprofits to shine a light on leaders who prioritize people first. 

This collaborative spirit stems from over 40 years of honing my “people-first” passion and experience in the Culinary, Human Resources and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion spaces. 

We are thrilled to announce that HR-4U has achieved the prestigious Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid/GuideStar for the fourth year in a row. This remarkable accomplishment is a testament to our unwavering commitment and relentless dedication.

Our newest program, Transformation Kitchen™, is designed to provide participants skilled training, a strong sense of community, wellness checkups, healthy meals and living wage careers.

Find out how you can get involved to create positive change in your community.

We are a charitable 501c3 Nonprofit, incorporated as hr-4u inc., in Delaware.  We're on a mission to remove the roadblocks that create barriers to finding living-wage employment for all communities. 

How we affect change:

We create meaningful relationships with employers, of all sizes, that are already exhibiting equitable hiring behaviors, creating meaningful diversity measures, and align with our mission.  We also look for individuals that are coaching leader behaviors towards people over everything.

We shine a light on the successful behaviors of our Employer-Partners & Leader-Partners through social media avenues, video recordings, speaking engagements and other venues.  By shining this light on positive behaviors, we create change for all to see and witness.  As our partnerships grow, the intensity of our light will grow, creating organic change while supporting fantastic leaders that are changing the world.

Marisa Gonzales Studios, LLC.

As a creative problem solver, I do a lot of research with your target market, competitors, etc. to ensure your business stands out with your audience. Once a digital strategy has been determined, the next phase is functional and creative designs to facilitate connection and action with your ideal client.

Principal Strategist + Designer

Web design transcends mere aesthetics; it's the craft of weaving a virtual narrative that guides potential clients through a journey encapsulating a service provider's core values, body of work, and the transformative impact of their services. This intricate process is anchored in meticulous personalized market research and executed through an intuitive design interface, facilitating seamless connections, educational experiences, and ultimately, driving conversions.

Website Designer

Principal Graphic Designer

Kansas Department of Commerce

Member of Supplier Diversity - MBE, WBE, DBE

WBENC

Certified Member

The Mom Project

In this position, as a part-time web developer and graphic designer, my focus is on crafting bespoke logos and comprehensive branding solutions. Additionally, I specialize in creating custom, branded Squarespace websites, meticulously integrating marketing strategies while prioritizing accessibility and SEO best practices throughout the design and development process.

Website Graphic Designer

Bardavon Health Innovations

• Accurately transcribe provider's documentation into the bNotes system.
• Provide user support using multiple communication tools in the delivery of clinical documentation to Bardavon customers.
• Load patient demographics into CRM tools with accuracy and report inconsistencies.
• Proficiency in bNotes, Word, Excel, Outlook, CRM tools such as NetSuite and Raintree.

Clinical Transcriptionist

Advanced Health Care of Overland Park

• Execute patient plan of care under the direction of the Physical Therapist in a short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing setting
• Provide customized physical therapy interventions to the geriatric population with various diagnoses to restore function
• Recommend home modifications to facilitate patient independence and train patients and caregivers about performing safe functional transfers to prevent injury
• Instruct patients using assistive and orthotic/prosthetic devices as well as wheelchairs for functional mobility
• Collaborate with other healthcare disciplines including the patient’s physician during the patient’s stay and upon discharge to provide optimal and cohesive care
• Perform computerized point-of-service patient documentation to meet productivity standards and Medicare reimbursement 
• Patient case management - planning discharge placement based on patient’s needs and/or impairments for continuum of care

Full-time Physical Therapist Assistant

Encompass Home Health & Hospice

Formerly Sacred Heart Home Health
• Implemented patient plan of care under the direction of the Physical Therapist in the home healthcare setting
• Planned and administered therapeutic treatments of gait training, strengthening programs and muscle re-education
• Documented patient notes and communicated in an online computerized system in a timely manner for insurance reimbursements and to keep physical therapist abreast of patient’s progress
• Communicated with family and other healthcare disciplines including the patient’s physician when necessary to provide optimal care

PRN/Part-time Physical Therapist Assistant

Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute

• Implemented patient plan of care under the direction of the Physical Therapist in an acute orthopedic setting
• Treated patients one to three days post-op from shoulder, back, hip or knee surgery with applicable precaution education
• Trained patient in therapeutic exercise programs for muscle reeducation, increased range of motion, pain/edema management
• Corrective gait training using appropriate assistive device for a normal gait pattern

PRN Acute Orthopedic Physical Therapist Assistant

Self-employed

Client Diagnosis: Right Cerebrovascular Accident, 75 year old male
• Performed lower extremity supine/seated therapeutic exercise, assisting the weaker side; midline trunk proprioception and reaching activities 
• Attended to client's personal hygiene while performing skin integrity checks and communicated concerns to spouse 
• Performed stand-pivot or slide board transfers of the client from/to varying surfaces
• Prepared light meals and gave prepared medications at specified times; light laundry and cleaned dishes when necessary

Part-time Personal Care Attendant

HealthSouth

• Diagnoses: neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary and wound care in the adolescent through elderly populations
• Communicated with multiple disciplines regarding patient concerns or changes in condition
• Assisted therapy staff with patient ADL's and therapeutic interventions on land or in the pool
• Transferred / transported patients to group or individual therapeutic sessions for multiple disciplines
• Filed patient charges, cleaned and organized the gym

PRN Inpatient Therapy Technician

Founder, Principal Strategist + Designer of Marisa Gonzales Studios, LLC., a WBENC-certified woman-owned business. I offer boutique-style, high-end visual branding + website development. I help women-owned, minority businesses, and nonprofits strategically design custom visual brands and responsive websites to educate, generate leads and build authority with an emphasis on accessibility and SEO. 

Throughout my career at Marisa Gonzales Studios, LLC. I have led numerous design projects, collaborating closely with clients to translate their vision into engaging and effective digital experiences. From custom logo development, brand suites to responsive website development, I have honed my ability to identify user needs and craft seamless interactions that drive results.

Additional strategic offerings: (just to name a few)
- custom logo and brand development
- digital and print marketing collateral design
- online course design

Volunteerism:
My mission is to support equity of access to career opportunities through extensive education outreach with classrooms across the country, for which I received the Nepris Trailblazer Award in 2022. 

An active board member (treasurer) of a KC nonprofit mental health clinic, Healing Towards Wellness, that serves youth (and their families) dealing with their identity and teachers (the backbone of our education system).

Connect:
I would love to connect with you and learn more about your goals and challenges. You can reach me at connect@marisagstudios.com or 913-228-2863. Or visit my website, https://www.marisagstudios.com to see my portfolio work and client love.

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