Workforce in Action

Nov 21 2024 55 ep. 25 mins 5
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Are you a community leader, employer or business owner searching for solutions to your workforce issues? Are you a job seeker looking for career guidance? Join the team at Equus Workforce Solutions along with their partners and collaborators as they discuss the latest workforce issues and trends currently affecting job seekers, employers and communities across the country.

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E55: DOL Discussion - National Apprenticeship Week

Nov 21 2024 20 mins  
Joining us in celebration of National Apprenticeship Week is Lauren Smith, Care Economy Apprenticeship Training Program Specialist with the Department of Labor’s Office of Apprenticeship. In this episode we’re discussing how National Apprenticeship Week is being recognized across the nation, the current growth of programs and what’s expected for the future, and Equus’ recen

E54: DC Workforce Update – October 2024

Oct 31 2024 25 mins  
In this episode, we’re once again joined by Bob Knight, Equus’ Director of Government Relations and Workforce Policy, to discuss continued developments in the reauthorization of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, the state of workforce development during an election period, and what the immediate future may hold for the industry.

E53: DC Workforce Update – September 2024

Oct 07 2024 22 mins  
In this episode, we’re joined by Bob Knight, Equus’ Director of Government Relations and Workforce Policy. This month we’re discussing the reauthorization of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to include potential adjustments to funding to state and local areas, training for incumbent workers, and work experience for program participants. We’ll be revisiting the D

E52: The Intersection of Workforce and Opportunity Youth

Aug 07 2024 42 mins  
In this episode, we’re joined by Executive Director Dr. Mimi Haley and Youth Leader/Staff Member Jaime Jimenez from the National Youth Employment Coalition. The discussion explores policy, narrative change, and collaborative practices in supporting opportunity youth. Our guests share their expertise on how communities can better integrate opportunity youth into the workforce, emp

E51: The Skill of Storytelling

Feb 22 2024 32 mins  
In this episode we’re joined by Andy Brooksbank and Brian Hernandez, the Founders and Managing Partners of Phalanx Outreach Solutions. Listen to our discussion of the power of storytelling as a catalyst for change, inspiring engagement and fostering a deeper understanding of the public workforce system.

E50: A Fresh Take on Training

Feb 08 2024 20 mins  
On this episode we’re joined by Tonya Gibson, Regional Director at MedCertify, to chat about their training platform. We unpack the value of the apprenticeship model, collaboration with the public workforce system and creating pathways for individuals from underrepresented communities in demand industries.

E49: Gateway to Global Talent

Jan 21 2024 25 mins  
On this episode we’re joined by Racquel Sevilla, Director of Program Development, Planning & Evaluation for Global Talent Bridge at World Education Services. We discuss how World Education Services’ Gateway Program supports the educational and economic inclusion of immigrants, refugees, and other displaced individuals by facilitating the recognition of educational credentials e

E48: Providing Service to Those Who Serve

Nov 13 2023 13 mins  
On this episode, we’re joined by Project Director Priscilla Zuniga and Deputy Project Director Jose Hernandez from Equus’ San Diego Employment Services program. The pair shares their takeaways from the San Diego Military Summit, including how transitioning service members and veterans can navigate the civilian job market, translate leadership and communication skills in the civ

E47: Exterminating the Myths About Apprenticeship

Oct 11 2023 22 mins  
In this episode, we’re joined by Sterling Barbour, President, and Tova Barbour, CEO, at Revolution National Pest Council. We discuss how the pest control industry is evolving and how registered apprenticeship is opening doors for underrepresented groups, such as veterans, to create career pathways in this field.

E46: Silicon Valley – More than Tech

Jul 26 2023 18 mins  
In this episode, we’re joined by Monique Melchor, Director at work2future in Santa Clara County, California. In an area known for technology, Monique discusses the diverse communities and industries that make up Santa Clara County. Discover how work2future is advancing earn-and-learn models, empowering the next generation and more while situated within one of the world's most inn