E57: From the Ground Up: Redefining Workforce Development

Discover how workforce development is being redefined from the ground up in this episode of KRA’s The Hub. Claudia Cattouse-Regalado, Director of Relationship Management at the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership, shares her journey from frontline service roles to executive leadership and offers a powerful vision for workforce as a system of mentorship, preparation, and economic transformation. You’ll hear how building shared language, aligning service delivery, and elevating real client stories can drive collective impact. Claudia also discusses professional development, leadership resilience, and how to support the next generation of workforce professionals in today’s changing landscape.