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Facilitator: Jacob Sadon is the Organizational Development Manager for Oriana House, Inc. in Akron, Ohio. Oriana House is a private non-profit community corrections and behavioral health provider. He is responsible for the training and development practices for over 800 employees across the state of Ohio. He has worked for Oriana House for 18 years in a variety of different positions and facilities. Jacob personally conducts many training sessions and oversees hundreds of trainings each year both internally for employees and externally for community and professional partners. He received his Master of Arts degree in Justice Studies from Kent State University in 2009 and received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice from Gannon University in 2005.

Workshop Description: Positive supervisor–employee relationships are essential to building effective, high-performing teams and are a cornerstone of today’s modern workforce. This training explores the key dynamics that shape these relationships, examining both the factors that strengthen them and those that undermine success. Participants will gain a clear understanding of what team effectiveness truly means in the workplace and the critical components required to achieve it.

Through guided discussions and interactive activities, participants will be introduced to practical, evidence-informed tools designed to strengthen supervisor–employee relationships. The training emphasizes real-world application, providing opportunities for active practice so participants leave equipped and confident to implement these strategies immediately within their own organizations.