We talk to HR folks at the SHRM meeting and they say they are having a hard time finding talent. The NCTC Tech Council says there is not a good supply of IT talent with 5-15 years work experience. We see many qualified people who want to work in the region, and we connect them, yet the companies do not pull the trigger. Why? Some of it is organizational cultural differences. Some companies just do not want to grow. Others are not operating with a sense of urgency. Still others are looking for the perfect person before pulling the trigger. Still others are hesitant because of their background, appearance and family ties to the region. This mentality has been tolerated for years because the employer has had the power in the employer-employee relationship. They could afford to be picky. However, now that is beginning to change as employers must compete for talent.