Leadley cited employee recognition, mental health support, diversity and transparency from management as keys to creating a company culture employees want to be part of. (Credit: fizkes/Shutterstock) Leadley cited employee recognition, mental health support, diversity and transparency from management as keys to creating a company culture employees want to be part of. (Credit: fizkes/Shutterstock)

The 2022 Risk Barometer from Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS), which identifies the top ten corporate risks each year, saw the shortage of a skilled workforce make the list for the first time in the barometer's 11-year run; coming in at number 9.

While companies in the U.S. have struggled to attract and keep talent, Regional Head of HR, North America and Bermuda for AGCS, Brenda Leadley, said that's not the case worldwide.

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