Podcasts Archives - Equus Workforce Solutions

E51: The Skill of Storytelling

Marion Akers — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 22:12:12 +0000

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.

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E50: A Fresh Take on Training

Marion Akers — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 17:16:07 +0000

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.

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E49: Gateway to Global Talent

Marion Akers — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 14:15:03 +0000

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 earned outside the U.S. Racquel shares concrete examples of inclusion efforts across the U.S. and the ways in which economic inclusion benefits individuals, employers, and entire communities.

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E48: Providing Service to Those Who Serve

Marion Akers — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 20:58:51 +0000

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 civilian world, and plan for career progression.

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E47: Exterminating the Myths About Apprenticeship

Marion Akers — Sat, 21 Oct 2023 10:24:22 +0000

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.

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E46: Silicon Valley Workforce – More Than Tech

Marion Akers — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 19:28:04 +0000

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 innovative hubs.

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E45: Coaching Pilot Empowers Young Adults

Marion Akers — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 15:26:08 +0000

In this episode, we’re joined by Ann Werbach, Strategic Partnership Director, and Mo McKenna, Associate Vice President of Partner Success, at InsideTrack. Equus and InsideTrack are partnering on a new Young Adult Mentoring Pilot that uses an evidence-based mentoring framework delivered by InsideTrack Coaches in four workforce areas. Listen to hear about the value of this coaching model to help participants shape and define their long-term goals, build social capital and navigate the complexity of being a young adult.

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E44: Pushing Up the Next Generation of Women in Leadership

Marion Akers — Tue, 07 Mar 2023 01:25:47 +0000

In this episode, we’re joined by Lisa Patt McDaniel, CEO of the Workforce Development Board of Central Ohio. In honor of Women’s History Month we tackle topics such as career advancement and real-world networking. Lisa also shares about the catalyst for the Woman at Work Career Accelerator Program, an innovative, cohort-based model implemented to support women disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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E43: Kansas City’s Super Workforce Team

Marion Akers — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 18:42:43 +0000

In this episode, Equus’ Bob Knight is joined by Clyde McQueen, CEO of the Full Employment Council, Inc. in Greater Kansas City, Missouri. The pair dives into public policy, the complexities of jobs of the future, economic development drivers and more.

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E42: The Health Workforce of the Future

Marion Akers — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 18:49:21 +0000

In this episode we’re joined by Alyssa Burgess, Associate Director of Career Pathways at the Washington Association for Community Health. Listen to learn how the association is using innovative education and training programs to cultivate an equitable and sustainable community health workforce, including their work with Equus Registered Apprenticeship Programs.

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