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WC Podcast

Workforce Connections•nvworkforceconnections.org
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Southern Nevada’s counties of Clark, Nye, Lincoln and Esmeralda are aligning workforce development to their economic development strategies in order to meet the needs of business and industry. Listen to different stakeholders and learn how their efforts are helping cities like Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Henderson and Boulder City remain an attractive place to do business.
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Episodes

Season 1- Episode 13: Guy Martin

Guy Martin, President at Martin-Harris Construction LLC, shares the importance of career pathways in construction, the state of the hospitality industry, artificial intelligence (A.I.), and exposing youth to construction trades through job shadowing programs.

Nov 16, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 13

Season 1- Episode 12: Brenda Flank

Brenda Flank, Executive Director at Alliance for Education and Liberty, discusses the great opportunities for the new Employ NV Career Hub at the Historic Westside School and the current state of re-engagement in the community. For more information about the Alliance for Education and Liberty: https://a4eandl.org/about-us...

Nov 08, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 12

Season 1- Episode 11: Peter Guzman

Peter Guzman, President & CEO of the Latin Chamber of Commerce speaks about how businesses can lead the way through economic growth, how private partnerships can help address homelessness, and the community impact of Workforce Connections. For more information about the Latin Chamber: Homepage (lvlcc.com)...

Nov 01, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 11

Season 1-Episode 10: Lou Delsavio

Lou DeSalvio, Training Director at Local 872, discusses the future of construction and the impacts of infrastructure growth and solar energy in Southern Nevada.

Oct 05, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 10

Season 1- Episode 9: Kelvin Watson

Kelvin Watson, Las Vegas Clark County Library District Executive Director, shares the advantages of workforce development services as well as assistance with small businesses in the libraries.

Sep 27, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 9

Season 1- Episode 8: Dasya Duckworth

Dasya Duckworth, HR Business Partner - Global Operations at Motional, discusses adapting to the future of technology in the workforce and utilizing it to build a meaningful career pathway.

Sep 23, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 8

Season 1- Episode 7: Jerrie Merritt

Jerrie Merritt , Senior Vice President Community Development Manager of Bank of Nevada, shares her journey to Board Chair for Workforce Connections and discusses the importance of having very involved board members.

Sep 14, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Season 1- Episode 6: Dan Giraldo

Dan Giraldo, Senior VP-Market Manager of Bank of America, discusses the importance of businesses having a voice when investments are being made in workforce development for the region.

Sep 03, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Season 1- Episode 5: Dr. Federico Zaragoza

Dr. Federico Zaragoza, President of the College of Southern Nevada shares his vision for the community college meeting the needs of business and industry.

Sep 03, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Episode 4: Jared Smith

Jared Smith, Chief Operating Officer for the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance discusses how economic diversification is taking place in Southern Nevada.

Sep 03, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Episode 3: Cecil Fielder

Cecil Fielder, Director of Safety, Training and Security for Keolis Transit America, Las Vegas-operation shares his experience on the Workforce Connections Board and his new role in leadership.

Sep 03, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Season 1- Episode 2: Mary Beth Sewald

Mary Beth Sewald, President & CEO of the Vegas Chamber discusses the importance of business-led workforce development strategies and the new employer-focused One-Stop Centers.

Sep 03, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Season 1- Episode 1: Jack Martin

Jack Martin, Director of the Clark County Juvenile Justice Services Department shares his vision for Workforce Connections and integrated services for “At Opportunity” Youth.

Sep 03, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 1
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