Welcome to Talent Magnet, where we explore the latest trends and insights in talent development. In this episode, we're joined by Marianne Judd, Member Investment Project Coordinator, to discuss an important topic: Digital Literacy. Digital equity and literacy are more critical than ever in today's technology-driven world. So, what exactly do these terms mean? Digital equity refers to the availability of digital tools, resources, and access to technology to all individuals, regardless of their socioeconomic status, race, or location. It's about ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to participate in the digital world. Digital literacy, on the other hand, is the ability to effectively use digital tools and technology to communicate, create, and collaborate. It's not just about knowing how to use a computer or a smartphone; it's about understanding how to navigate and make sense of the vast amount of information available online. In our conversation with Marianne Judd, she shares her insights on the importance of digital literacy and how it impacts the local community. She highlights the resources available to those who need help in improving their digital skills, including local libraries, community centers, and schools. We also discuss the role of businesses and organizations in promoting digital equity and providing access to digital tools and resources to underserved communities. Marianne Judd emphasizes the need for collaboration and partnerships between different stakeholders to address the digital divide and promote digital literacy. We're grateful to the Nisqually Indian Tribe for their support of this important work. So, if you're interested in learning more about digital equity and literacy and how you can get involved in your local community, be sure to tune in to this episode of Talent Magnet. https://thurstonchamber.com/programs/...

Welcome to Talent Magnet, where we explore the latest trends and insights in talent development. In this episode, we're joined by Marianne Judd, Member Investment Project Coordinator, to discuss an important topic: Digital Literacy. Digital equity and literacy are more critical than ever in today's technology-driven world. So, what exactly do these terms mean? Digital equity refers to the availability of digital tools, resources, and access to technology to all individuals, regardless of their socioeconomic status, race, or location. It's about ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to participate in the digital world. Digital literacy, on the other hand, is the ability to effectively use digital tools and technology to communicate, create, and collaborate. It's not just about knowing how to use a computer or a smartphone; it's about understanding how to navigate and make sense of the vast amount of information available online. In our conversation with Marianne Judd, she shares her insights on the importance of digital literacy and how it impacts the local community. She highlights the resources available to those who need help in improving their digital skills, including local libraries, community centers, and schools. We also discuss the role of businesses and organizations in promoting digital equity and providing access to digital tools and resources to underserved communities. Marianne Judd emphasizes the need for collaboration and partnerships between different stakeholders to address the digital divide and promote digital literacy. We're grateful to the Nisqually Indian Tribe for their support of this important work. So, if you're interested in learning more about digital equity and literacy and how you can get involved in your local community, be sure to tune in to this episode of Talent Magnet. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqa21aNDk1cmI5ZTl1c2RodG1WQlpqY1NudWdkZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuaElRQ0FOaFVCbXI4WlVyaWFPSGpsNFhiMGR1WTREVFgyUmpsUF9mU1p3czI1b3BURkhfdm5xeXJEel9TQWxqX19MT2ZyTlNpTGo2a1d5c3dfOXZISDhOc2pLSVgzOHdHa3E2RGI3d1BValJoNkp3MA&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fthurstonchamber.com%2Fprograms%2Fdigital-literacy%2F&amp;v=NdVcmbXVyPA" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://thurstonchamber.com/programs/...</a>

E36: Talent Magnet Learns About Digital Literacy

On this episode of Talent Magnet, we speak with Holly Smith with L&amp;I’s Workers’ Compensation Determinations Unit. She answers the question “What is an employee?” and explains what that determination can mean for businesses. With questions, reach out to the L&amp;I Small Business Office at SmallBusiness@Lni.wa.gov or 1-800-987-0145.

On this episode of Talent Magnet, we speak with Holly Smith with L&amp;I’s Workers’ Compensation Determinations Unit. She answers the question “What is an employee?” and explains what that determination can mean for businesses. With questions, reach out to the L&amp;I Small Business Office at SmallBusiness@Lni.wa.gov or 1-800-987-0145.

E35: What is an Employee?

In this episode of Talent Magnet, host Doug introduces the topic of military transition and the challenges that transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses face. Our guest Andrew Garate, Senior Director of Military Transition Programs and Strategic Initiatives at the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce. In this interview, we'll learn the following *Andrew's role at the Thurston County Chamber and the Chamber's mission to support transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses. *Andrew will share some of the programs and initiatives that the Chamber offers to support the military community. *The two discuss some of the challenges that transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses face and how the Chamber helps address those challenges. Thank you, Andrew for joining the conversation and sharing valuable insights! Learn more about the Thurston County Chamber here: https://thurstonchamber.com

In this episode of Talent Magnet, host Doug introduces the topic of military transition and the challenges that transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses face. Our guest Andrew Garate, Senior Director of Military Transition Programs and Strategic Initiatives at the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce. In this interview, we'll learn the following *Andrew's role at the Thurston County Chamber and the Chamber's mission to support transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses. *Andrew will share some of the programs and initiatives that the Chamber offers to support the military community. *The two discuss some of the challenges that transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses face and how the Chamber helps address those challenges. Thank you, Andrew for joining the conversation and sharing valuable insights! Learn more about the Thurston County Chamber here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkdwbU5BT1hpYU5sVHhaVUIyS1R1THFuUEVRd3xBQ3Jtc0ttbDFqTk4zXzNSWHVNaEh5WHpLQ1V6RUpZSjlsTjkzaVBROEtzUUQ1VDNGYlhXNnNYaC1JNVAtYS1VV1lZcU9GdklUMUxaY3B2WndkMmphR09Wa21aT3Bwb0F1OUIwMEU0Yjl4N0ZtalRnT2dpNmRKZw&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fthurstonchamber.com%2F&amp;v=AoN7k83N3O8" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://thurstonchamber.com</a>

E34: Supporting Military Transition: A Conversation with Andrew Garate from the Thurston County Chamber

Mike Reid

On this episode of Talent Magnet, we speak with Mike Reid, Economic Development Director for the City of Olympia, about the Olympia Career Hub and the benefit it brings to Olympia residents. You can find out more about the Career Hub at https://www.facebook.com/OlympiaCaree... or on the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce website at https://thurstonchamber.com/olympia-c...

On this episode of Talent Magnet, we speak with Mike Reid, Economic Development Director for the City of Olympia, about the Olympia Career Hub and the benefit it brings to Olympia residents. You can find out more about the Career Hub at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWZlSHVMWXlXcThWWTloek5yNFY1ZktsQ3BjQXxBQ3Jtc0ttejNna0RoNnhuNU1pYWxqZWJLaXpOZ0otU3FFTFBlOTJWQ2t2YVZCTnVHTTBMOU4xNHpZTEh5ZEt2UWhBTTBrNHhrUGRxT2tpS3Rkd3hNQXhXaU54cXY0VlMxQnNKbnc0WWlZd0s3ajJFU0ItSjZVWQ&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FOlympiaCareerHub&amp;v=dZvO1EGYJts" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/OlympiaCaree...</a> or on the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce website at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkZUT2FPZ0otVm5IYzRUbEZmdHRLYl9WbzhwQXxBQ3Jtc0tsejRxLVczd1d6aGkzb0o3UGd2cVRUd3FBdW1iZ09DRURnTkZReXVHMnMwQVdHSUctR1VvcC1nRlFjQjBydVRfcHVORmlwM3pSX0hDTGJuUDNDdjlZclBKMmZ2U084ZlFfUlg1TkdkR242cVk0YTdqZw&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fthurstonchamber.com%2Folympia-career-hub%2F&amp;v=dZvO1EGYJts" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://thurstonchamber.com/olympia-c...</a>

E33: Talent Magnet Speaks with Mike Reid about Olympia Career Hub

In this episode of Talent Magnet, Christina Evans with the Washington State Department of Labor &amp; Industries, joins the program to speak about the Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, as well as at-will employment and what that means for both employers and employees. Talent Magnet is brought to you by Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council, the podcast where we help businesses become talent magnets by focusing on recruitment, training, and retention best practices. Your host is Michele Winn from the Thurston County Chamber’s Workforce Division. Each episode is filled with a variety of information and interviews with experts in the workforce. Learn more about Talent Magnet here https://thurstonchamber.com/workforce...

In this episode of Talent Magnet, Christina Evans with the Washington State Department of Labor &amp; Industries, joins the program to speak about the Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, as well as at-will employment and what that means for both employers and employees. Talent Magnet is brought to you by Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council, the podcast where we help businesses become talent magnets by focusing on recruitment, training, and retention best practices. Your host is Michele Winn from the Thurston County Chamber’s Workforce Division. Each episode is filled with a variety of information and interviews with experts in the workforce. Learn more about Talent Magnet here <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnNRTFhpUFdDUUJUSzRzN2U4NnBYMkpobHh6d3xBQ3Jtc0ttVG9LUzhycWxtQVlmdmRRMXVfc2VUVUJiQTM5cF9PN1JablRmUXJCQWgwb29ITkNmQzVranhRWk96a29QMFgxZW0xdmlzRlhab0QzcVZuQXJTNEp4d1d5Zk1Tdnp4V3Y3ZXlrVWFocjBiRkVUbzF0MA&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fthurstonchamber.com%2Fworkforce%2Ftalent-magnet%2F&amp;v=QxKmjd4PYaw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://thurstonchamber.com/workforce...</a>

E32: Equal Pay & Opportunities Act and At Will Employment

Ty Reed, Founder of Recovery Career Services, joins the program to share his own recovery story and reveal the business case for why organizations should hire people in recovery. Ty discusses the benefits of second chance employment and why employment is so crucial for individuals in recovery. You'll also hear about how businesses can assess risk when it comes to hiring. For more information, visit https://www.recoveryandwork.org/ 

Ty Reed, Founder of Recovery Career Services, joins the program to share his own recovery story and reveal the business case for why organizations should hire people in recovery. Ty discusses the benefits of second chance employment and why employment is so crucial for individuals in recovery. You'll also hear about how businesses can assess risk when it comes to hiring. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.recoveryandwork.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.recoveryandwork.org/</a>

E31: Addiction, Recovery and Second Chance Employment 

Yesenia Sabedra, Risk Management Consultant with the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries, joins the program to discuss L&amp;I's risk management consultation program, and the benefits to businesses of working with an L&amp;I risk management consultant. Discover the 5 areas of best practice.  For questions or to request a risk management consultation please contact Bobbie Hanna at 360-870-2269 or hacq235@lni.wa.gov. 

Yesenia Sabedra, Risk Management Consultant with the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries, joins the program to discuss L&amp;I's risk management consultation program, and the benefits to businesses of working with an L&amp;I risk management consultant. Discover the 5 areas of best practice.  For questions or to request a risk management consultation please contact Bobbie Hanna at 360-870-2269 or <a href="mailto:hacq235@lni.wa.gov" rel="noopener noreferrer">hacq235@lni.wa.gov</a>.

E30: L&I's Risk Management Consultation Program- Providing Confidential, No-Fee, Professional Advice and Assistance to Washington Businesses

Rick Means, Director of Safety and Education with the Washington Retail Association, joins the program to discuss the launch of the new safety app SAFEME, which provides Washington area businesses with free safety and accident prevention training. Hear success stories and discover how SAFEME can help businesses save money, increase productivity, and create a safer work environment. For more information, visit: https://wrasafeme.org/

Rick Means, Director of Safety and Education with the Washington Retail Association, joins the program to discuss the launch of the new safety app SAFEME, which provides Washington area businesses with free safety and accident prevention training. Hear success stories and discover how SAFEME can help businesses save money, increase productivity, and create a safer work environment. For more information, visit: <a href="https://wrasafeme.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://wrasafeme.org/</a>

E29: WA Retail Association SAFEME- Free Workplace Safety Training

Erica Minton, L&amp;I Industrial Hygiene Consultant, joins the program to discuss some of the key takeaways that all Washington State businesses should know in relation to COVID-19 requirements. Discover resources to find out the most current information and updates on COVID-19 related requirements, and the biggest challenges that businesses are facing when it comes to COVID-19 compliance.   To learn more, visit the below links:  https://lni.wa.gov/agency/outreach/coronavirus-covid-19-worker-face-covering-and-mask-requirements-questions  https://lni.wa.gov/safety-health/preventing-injuries-illnesses/request-consultation/ http://wisha-training.lni.wa.gov/training/articulate/maskselection/story.html  https://www.governor.wa.gov/ www.findyourphasewa.org https://www.coronavirus.wa.gov/  

Erica Minton, L&amp;I Industrial Hygiene Consultant, joins the program to discuss some of the key takeaways that all Washington State businesses should know in relation to COVID-19 requirements. Discover resources to find out the most current information and updates on COVID-19 related requirements, and the biggest challenges that businesses are facing when it comes to COVID-19 compliance.  To learn more, visit the below links:  <a href="https://lni.wa.gov/agency/outreach/coronavirus-covid-19-worker-face-covering-and-mask-requirements-questions" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://lni.wa.gov/agency/outreach/coronavirus-covid-19-worker-face-covering-and-mask-requirements-questions</a> <a href="https://lni.wa.gov/safety-health/preventing-injuries-illnesses/request-consultation/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://lni.wa.gov/safety-health/preventing-injuries-illnesses/request-consultation/</a> <a href="http://wisha-training.lni.wa.gov/training/articulate/maskselection/story.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://wisha-training.lni.wa.gov/training/articulate/maskselection/story.html</a> <a href="https://www.governor.wa.gov/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.governor.wa.gov/</a> <a href="http://www.findyourphasewa.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.findyourphasewa.org</a> <a href="https://www.coronavirus.wa.gov/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.coronavirus.wa.gov/</a>

E28: L&I 2021 COVID-19 WA Business Requirements: Don't Let Your Guard Down Yet

In this episode you'll hear from Lou Flores, statewide consultation manager for the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) for the state of Washington, as well as Jim Lawrence, Region Four consultation manager, and Lindsey Unruh, Region Four Industrial Hygiene Supervisor, as they discuss the DOSH consultation program. Discover how DOSH can help businesses with their goals of creating a safe and healthy workplace by conducting a free, onsite consultation to find and fix workplace hazards.  Call a consultant near you or email DOSHConsultation@Lni.wa.gov to schedule any of the following services  •       David Conley – Region 1 Consultation Manager (425) 290-1369 CODA235@lni.wa.gov  •       Scott Reiquam-Region 2 Consultation Manager (206) 348-0809 REIU235@lni.wa.gov  •       Brian Sahli-Region 3 Consultation Manager (235) 596-3917 SAHB235@lni.wa.gov   •       Jim Lawrence-Region 4 Consultation Manager(360) 575-6951 LAWO235@lni.wa.gov  •       John McFadden-Regions 5&amp;6 Consultation Manager (509) 886-6570 MCFJ235@lni.wa.gov 

In this episode you'll hear from Lou Flores, statewide consultation manager for the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) for the state of Washington, as well as Jim Lawrence, Region Four consultation manager, and Lindsey Unruh, Region Four Industrial Hygiene Supervisor, as they discuss the DOSH consultation program. Discover how DOSH can help businesses with their goals of creating a safe and healthy workplace by conducting a free, onsite consultation to find and fix workplace hazards.  <a href="mailto:Call%C2%A0" rel="noopener noreferrer">Call </a><a href="https://lni.wa.gov/safety-health/preventing-injuries-illnesses/request-consultation/sh-preventing-consultant-near-you" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">a consultant near you</a> or email <a href="mailto:DOSHConsultation@Lni.wa.gov?Subject=Consultation%20Request&amp;body=Contact%20Name:%20%0d%0dJob%20Title:%20%0d%0dCompany/Business%20Name:%0d%0dAddress:%20%0d%0dCity:%0d%0dZip:%0d%0dCounty:%20%0d%0dPhone%20Number:%0d%0dContact%20Email:%20%0d%0dUBI%20or%20DLI%20Account%20Number:%20%0d%0dNumber%20of%20Employees%20(Entire%20company)%0d%0d---------------------------------------%0d%0dType%20of%20Work:%20%0d%0dWhat%20can%20we%20help%20you%20with?%20%0d%0dSpecific%20Needs:%20%20%0d%0d*Help%20With%20Written%20Programs?%20%0d%0d*Rates%20and%20Claims?%0d%0d*Training?%0d%0d*Onsite%20Evaluation?%0d%0d---------------------------------------%0d%0d" rel="noopener noreferrer">DOSHConsultation@Lni.wa.gov</a> to schedule any of the following services  •       David Conley – Region 1 Consultation Manager (425) 290-1369 <a href="mailto:CODA235@lni.wa.gov" rel="noopener noreferrer">CODA235@lni.wa.gov</a> •       Scott Reiquam-Region 2 Consultation Manager (206) 348-0809 <a href="mailto:REIU235@lni.wa.gov" rel="noopener noreferrer">REIU235@lni.wa.gov</a> •       Brian Sahli-Region 3 Consultation Manager (235) 596-3917 <a href="mailto:SAHB235@lni.wa.gov" rel="noopener noreferrer">SAHB235@lni.wa.gov</a> •       Jim Lawrence-Region 4 Consultation Manager(360) 575-6951 <a href="mailto:LAWO235@lni.wa.gov" rel="noopener noreferrer">LAWO235@lni.wa.gov</a> •       John McFadden-Regions 5&amp;6 Consultation Manager (509) 886-6570 <a href="mailto:MCFJ235@lni.wa.gov" rel="noopener noreferrer">MCFJ235@lni.wa.gov</a>

E27: Creating a Safe, Healthy Workplace with WA's DOSH Consultations

Welcome to Talent Magnet- brought to you by Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council, the podcast where we help businesses become talent magnets by focusing on recruitment, training, and retention best practices. Your host is Michele Winn  from the Thurston County Chamber’s Workforce Division.

Andrew Houghton, founder and president of Disability Inclusion Solutions, joins the program to discuss what businesses need to consider in order to recruit and retain people with disabilities. Andrew reveals his own journey of being a wheelchair user since a 1986 motorcycle accident, and how he has been able to enjoy sports, the outdoors and create a media production company. Discover helpful resources for preparing your organization to hire individuals with disabilities. 

Andrew Houghton, founder and president of Disability Inclusion Solutions, joins the program to discuss what businesses need to consider in order to recruit and retain people with disabilities. Andrew reveals his own journey of being a wheelchair user since a 1986 motorcycle accident, and how he has been able to enjoy sports, the outdoors and create a media production company. Discover helpful resources for preparing your organization to hire individuals with disabilities.

 E26: How Businesses Can Become Talent Magnets for People with Disabilities

Jason Van Camp, decorated Green Beret, author of Deliberate Discomfort, and Founder and Chairman of Mission Six Zero, joins the program to discuss his Total Warrior Model, training that helps translate individual performance to team outcomes for business, as well as his NFL team clients. We also discuss the work that his non-profit Warrior Rising is doing to help veteran entrepreneurs (or "vetrepreneurs") start or accelerate their businesses. Jason reveals the challenges and opportunities that veterans face when they transition out of military life and shares tips for success.   https://missionsixzero.com/ https://www.warriorrising.org/

Jason Van Camp, decorated Green Beret, author of Deliberate Discomfort, and Founder and Chairman of Mission Six Zero, joins the program to discuss his Total Warrior Model, training that helps translate individual performance to team outcomes for business, as well as his NFL team clients. We also discuss the work that his non-profit Warrior Rising is doing to help veteran entrepreneurs (or "vetrepreneurs") start or accelerate their businesses. Jason reveals the challenges and opportunities that veterans face when they transition out of military life and shares tips for success.  <a href="https://missionsixzero.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://missionsixzero.com/</a> <a href="https://www.warriorrising.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.warriorrising.org/</a>

E25: The Total Warrior Model: Translating Individual Performance into Team Outcomes

Sytease Geib, former co-host of Talent Magnet and VP of Workforce Development at the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce, joins the program to discuss creative ways to retain talent, and the changing nature of work. Sytease discusses her own journey of moving across the country after the birth of her second child, how she has continued to do some remote project based work, and shares takeaways from her experience. Discover ideas for how employers can support their workers while they may be working from home, and how to balance work and family obligations. 

Sytease Geib, former co-host of Talent Magnet and VP of Workforce Development at the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce, joins the program to discuss creative ways to retain talent, and the changing nature of work. Sytease discusses her own journey of moving across the country after the birth of her second child, how she has continued to do some remote project based work, and shares takeaways from her experience. Discover ideas for how employers can support their workers while they may be working from home, and how to balance work and family obligations.

E24: Creative Retention Strategies and the Changing Nature of the Workplace 

In this episode, you'll hear how Sierra Pacific Industries, the 2nd largest lumber producer in the U.S., is using innovative technology to capture the attention of a new generation of job seekers at hiring events. Jacquelin Earley and Joshua Zepeda from Sierra Pacific Industries join the program to discuss how they are using virtual reality (VR) headsets to give job seekers a peek into their high tech facilities. 

In this episode, you'll hear how Sierra Pacific Industries, the 2nd largest lumber producer in the U.S., is using innovative technology to capture the attention of a new generation of job seekers at hiring events. Jacquelin Earley and Joshua Zepeda from Sierra Pacific Industries join the program to discuss how they are using virtual reality (VR) headsets to give job seekers a peek into their high tech facilities.

E23: Using VR Technology to Attract the Next Generation of Job Seekers

Tamara Schaffert, Chief Operating Officer of Physicians of Southwest Washington, an independent physician association based in Olympia, WA, (PSW) joins the program to discuss the shortage of primary care providers in America. Discover the scope of the problem, and the efforts that are being made to recruit and retain primary care providers in the region and nationally. Tamara also shares her thoughts about innovative solutions and how the state and federal government can be part of the solution.  To learn more about Physicians of Southwest Washington, visit https://www.pswipa.com/

Tamara Schaffert, Chief Operating Officer of Physicians of Southwest Washington, an independent physician association based in Olympia, WA, (PSW) joins the program to discuss the shortage of primary care providers in America. Discover the scope of the problem, and the efforts that are being made to recruit and retain primary care providers in the region and nationally. Tamara also shares her thoughts about innovative solutions and how the state and federal government can be part of the solution.  To learn more about Physicians of Southwest Washington, visit <a href="https://www.pswipa.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.pswipa.com/</a>

E22: Recruiting and Retaining Primary Care Physicians- Challenges and Opportunities

LEAD

With more job openings than people available to fill them, how do we create a pipeline of skilled workers? In this episode, you'll learn about career-connected learning and what Washington State is doing to ensure that the education system puts students on a pathway to careers. Maud Daudon, who is leading the creation of a 10-year vision and strategic plan for building a statewide career-connected learning and apprenticeship system in Washington State, is the featured guest. 

With more job openings than people available to fill them, how do we create a pipeline of skilled workers? In this episode, you'll learn about career-connected learning and what Washington State is doing to ensure that the education system puts students on a pathway to careers. Maud Daudon, who is leading the creation of a 10-year vision and strategic plan for building a statewide career-connected learning and apprenticeship system in Washington State, is the featured guest.

E21: Career Connect WA- Creating Learning Opportunities That Lead to High Demand, High Wage Jobs

This episode features an interview with Deanna Rodkey, Community Employment Specialist for Correctional Industries, a division within the Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC). Deanna reveals why businesses should tap into the valuable labor pool of returning citizens, and some of the biggest misconceptions that employers have when it comes to this population.  To learn more, visit:   https://www.washingtonci.com/

This episode features an interview with Deanna Rodkey, Community Employment Specialist for Correctional Industries, a division within the Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC). Deanna reveals why businesses should tap into the valuable labor pool of returning citizens, and some of the biggest misconceptions that employers have when it comes to this population.  To learn more, visit:  <a href="https://www.washingtonci.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.washingtonci.com/</a>

E20: Second Chance Employment- Hiring 1/3 of the U.S. Population

  Teri Pablo, CTE/Communications Director for Yelm Community Schools in Washington State and Susan Larson, Career Technical Education Teacher at Black Hills High School in the Tumwater School District, join the program to discuss the importance of Career and Technical Education for the emerging workforce.    To learn more, visit:  www.ycs.wednet.edu/cte

Teri Pablo, CTE/Communications Director for Yelm Community Schools in Washington State and Susan Larson, Career Technical Education Teacher at Black Hills High School in the Tumwater School District, join the program to discuss the importance of Career and Technical Education for the emerging workforce.  To learn more, visit: <a href="http://www.ycs.wednet.edu/cte" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.ycs.wednet.edu/cte</a>

E19:  How Career and Technical Education is Preparing the Next Generation of Workers

Michele Helfgott-Waters, Military Spouse and Program Manager for Work Ex at Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Seth Mattos, former Marine, licensed geologist and partner at GeoResources, LLC join the program to discuss the details and benefits of the Work Ex program.   About the guests:   Michele Helfgott-Waters, Military Spouse and Program Manager for WorkEx at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, leading the team for PacMtn and the Thurston County Chamber. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XG3_ukZ6XA0   Seth Mattos, former Marine, licensed geologist and partner at GeoResources, LLC, a small Geotechnical Engineering and Earth Science firm located in Tacoma, Washington.  They provide geotechnical engineering services to a wide range of clients and projects in the greater Puget Sound area.  https://www.georesources.rocks

Michele Helfgott-Waters, Military Spouse and Program Manager for Work Ex at Joint Base Lewis-McChord and Seth Mattos, former Marine, licensed geologist and partner at GeoResources, LLC join the program to discuss the details and benefits of the Work Ex program. About the guests:   Michele Helfgott-Waters, Military Spouse and Program Manager for WorkEx at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, leading the team for PacMtn and the Thurston County Chamber. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XG3_ukZ6XA0" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XG3_ukZ6XA0</a> Seth Mattos, former Marine, licensed geologist and partner at GeoResources, LLC, a small Geotechnical Engineering and Earth Science firm located in Tacoma, Washington.  They provide geotechnical engineering services to a wide range of clients and projects in the greater Puget Sound area.  <a href="https://www.georesources.rocks/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.georesources.rocks</a>

E18: Work Ex- A New Opportunity To Recruit Transitioning Military Members and Their Spouses 

Cheri Larkins, Director of Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems Global Talent Acquisition, and Melissa Thomas, Senior Proposal Analyst in the Operations Proposals and Planning Group join the program to discuss the Chapter Next program, which provides the opportunity to re-engage returning professionals who have been away from the workforce for two or more years to resume their previously successful careers. To learn more, visit:   https://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/chapter-next  https://www.linkedin.com/company/lockheed-martin/

Cheri Larkins, Director of Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems Global Talent Acquisition, and Melissa Thomas, Senior Proposal Analyst in the Operations Proposals and Planning Group join the program to discuss the Chapter Next program, which provides the opportunity to re-engage returning professionals who have been away from the workforce for two or more years to resume their previously successful careers. To learn more, visit:  <a href="https://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/chapter-next" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/chapter-next</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/lockheed-martin/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> https://www.linkedin.com/company/lockheed-martin/</a>

E17:  Chapter Next  & Lockheed Martin

Talent Magnet

Nick Curry, Senior Program Manager at Amazon Web Services, joins the program to discuss Amazon's military recruiting intiatives. Discover tips and takeaways for recruiting and retaining transitioning service members and their spouses.   To learn more, visit:  https://www.amazon.jobs/en/landing_pages/mil-apprentice

Nick Curry, Senior Program Manager at Amazon Web Services, joins the program to discuss Amazon's military recruiting intiatives. Discover tips and takeaways for recruiting and retaining transitioning service members and their spouses.   To learn more, visit:  <a href="https://www.amazon.jobs/en/landing_pages/mil-apprentice" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.jobs/en/landing_pages/mil-apprentice</a>

E12: Amazon Military Recruiting Initiatives

This episode features an interview with Geoff Lawrence, Account Executive at Impact Washington, and Robert Bishop President, SATECH, Inc. as they discuss the importance of upskilling staff through training and share tips and takeaways from their experiences. Discover the Future of Work program and the impact that upskilling  staff can have on an organization.   To learn more, visit  https://impactwashington.org/ www.smartcellsusa.com

This episode features an interview with Geoff Lawrence, Account Executive at Impact Washington, and Robert Bishop President, SATECH, Inc. as they discuss the importance of upskilling staff through training and share tips and takeaways from their experiences. Discover the Future of Work program and the impact that upskilling  staff can have on an organization.  To learn more, visit  <a href="https://impactwashington.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://impactwashington.org/</a> <a href="http://www.smartcellsusa.com%3Chttp//www.smartcellsusa.com%3E" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.smartcellsusa.com</a>

E14:   Upskilling Staff Through Training: Future of Work Program & Impact WA

Megan Fiess, Thurston County Chamber of Commerce Workforce Division Project Manager, joins the program to discuss the role that business can play in helping opportunity populations, rural communities and youth to get ahead in their careers, and the benefits that unlocking hidden talent can provide to employers. Megan shares her own story of becoming homeless at 15 years old, and how an employer gave her an opportunity that helped her become financially stable and further her education. 

Megan Fiess, Thurston County Chamber of Commerce Workforce Division Project Manager, joins the program to discuss the role that business can play in helping opportunity populations, rural communities and youth to get ahead in their careers, and the benefits that unlocking hidden talent can provide to employers. Megan shares her own story of becoming homeless at 15 years old, and how an employer gave her an opportunity that helped her become financially stable and further her education.

E15: Unlocking Hidden Talent 

Trenton Fluetsch, Service Manager from Sunset Air, joins the program to discuss how his company uses pre-apprenticeship programs as an innovative recruitment strategy in a tight labor market.  To learn more about Sunset Air, visit https://www.sunsetair.com/     

Trenton Fluetsch, Service Manager from Sunset Air, joins the program to discuss how his company uses pre-apprenticeship programs as an innovative recruitment strategy in a tight labor market.  To learn more about Sunset Air, visit <a href="https://www.sunsetair.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sunsetair.com/</a>

E13: Pre-Apprenticeship Programs as Innovative Recruitment Strategies

This episode features Christina Chesnut, Business Services Coordinator for WorkSource Thurston and Lewis Counties, as she discusses the importance of connecting youth to careers. Discover how Business2Youth Connect helps students find work integrated learning opportunities in the community that fit within their career interests. For more info, visit:  http://thurstonchamber.com/business-2-youth-connect/

This episode features Christina Chesnut, Business Services Coordinator for WorkSource Thurston and Lewis Counties, as she discusses the importance of connecting youth to careers. Discover how Business2Youth Connect helps students find work integrated learning opportunities in the community that fit within their career interests. For more info, visit:  <a href="http://thurstonchamber.com/business-2-youth-connect/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">http://thurstonchamber.com/business-2-youth-connect/</a>

E16: Connecting Youth to Careers: B2Y Connect

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