Best CareerSource Podcasts (2024)

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E246: Meet Martin Schwartz, President, Vehicles for Change 26:43

3d ago26:43

26:43

This Follow the Leader Episode features a conversation between Mike Fazio, Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning, and Martin Schwartz, President of Vehicles for Change. Martin discusses his company and the work that they do helping families achieve financial stability through their car donation and reentry internship programs.…

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E245: Meet Author and Reporter Michael John Sullivan 26:25

3h ago26:25

26:25

This Follow the Leader Episode features a conversation between Mike Fazio, Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning and author and reporter Michael John Sullivan. Michael discusses his career journey, which spans several different careers, and lessons learned along the way.

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E244: Empowering Families, Transforming Lives: A Conversation with Dr. Cira Burke 20:46

1M ago20:46

20:46

In this episode of Follow the Leader, we welcome special guest Dr. Cira Burke, Director of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program at the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Human Services. Dr. Burke discusses her work helping families in need gain access to services, job training, education, and more to achieve self-sufficiency. S…

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E243: Meet Diane Head, Executive Director, CareerSource North Florida 6:49

2M ago6:49

6:49

This episode was recorded live at the 2024 NAWB Forum.

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E242: Meet Joel Millman and Harold Christ, ARIZONA@WORK Pinal County 7:51

2M ago7:51

7:51

Recorded live at the NAWB 2024 Forum.

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E241: Meet George Wright, CEO, The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership 6:34

3M ago6:34

6:34

Recorded live at the NAWB 2024 Forum.

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E240: Meet Jason Wang, Founder & CEO, FreeWorld 5:09

3M ago5:09

5:09

This episode was recorded live at the NAWB 2024 Forum.

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The Heart of HR: Driving Success in Recruitment and Retention 25:44

4M ago25:44

25:44

Welcome back to the Celebration of Success podcast, where we dive into tales of achievement and professional growth within our community. In today's episode, our host, Laura Byrnes, APR, CPRC, is joined by Ashley Shorb, Director of Human Resources at Hospice of Marion County and President of the Ocala Human Resource Management Association (OHRMA), …

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E239: Meet Carrie Folken. Executive Director, BEST, Inc 17:25

4M ago17:25

17:25

Tune in for a conversation with Carrie Folken, Executive Director of BEST, Inc., as Carrie discusses her career journey in workforce and the changes that she has seen over the past several decades. Carrie also reveals current workforce challenges and opportunities, and reveals what workforce professionals should keep in mind to meet the workforce n…

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E238: Meet Georgia Conrad, Executive Director, Oregon Workforce Partnership 18:12

5M ago18:12

18:12

Tune in for another Follow the Leader episode as Mike Fazio, Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning, interviews Georgia Conrad, Executive Director of the Oregon Workforce Partnership.

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Driving Growth, Training and Business Success with CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion 25:04

5M ago25:04

25:04

Welcome back to the Celebration of Success podcast, where we dive into tales of achievement and professional growth within our community. In today's episode, our host, Laura Byrnes, APR, CPRC, is joined by Maite Marz and Melissa Saco from CareerSource CLM. Both of today's guests have a passion for business development. Maite brings a unique blend o…

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E237: Meet Kara Pachniuk, Owner and Nutritionist at Nourish + Nosh Nutrition 20:07

5M ago20:07

20:07

In this special Follow the Leader episode, Mike Fazio, host and Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning, is joined by Kara Pachniuk, Owner and Nutritionist at Nourish + Nosh Nutrition, as Kara shares tips for healthy eating for busy workforce professionals!

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E236: Meet Michael Morris, Senior Advisor to the Burton Blatt Institute 21:29

5M ago21:29

21:29

This Follow the Leader Episode features a conversation between Mike Fazio, Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning, and Michael Morris, Senior Advisor to the Burton Blatt Institute. Michael discusses the evolution of disability inclusive-employment and how the pandemic impacted employment for people with disabilities. He also shares detail…

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E235: Meet Dr. Val Harris, Associate Dean, Adult Education, Lewis and Clark Community College 23:47

6M ago23:47

23:47

In this Follow the Leader episode, you'll meet Dr. Val Harris, Associate Dean of Adult Education at Lewis and Clark Community College. Val discusses the college's history and her journey into adult education. The episode highlights the diverse backgrounds of adult education students, the value of all types of education and careers, and the pathways…

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E234: Meet Randy Bowman, Interim President and CEO of IACET 20:20

7M ago20:20

20:20

This episode features a conversation between Mike Fazio, Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning, and Randy Bowman, Interim President and CEO of IACET, as they discuss the importance of credentialing, and the connection between credentialing and workforce development.

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Part Two - Serving Success: Chick-fil-A Ocala's Secret Sauce 23:31

7M ago23:31

23:31

In this eagerly awaited episode, host Laura Byrnes, APR, CPRC, reunites with Jeromy Williams, owner-operator of Chick-fil-A Ocala, to explore the secret sauce behind their remarkable employee growth and engagement practices. Prepare to be inspired as Jeromy unveils the multifaceted approach his business takes to support employees in every aspect of…

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Part One - Serving Success: Chick-fil-A Ocala Unveils a New Chapter 16:16

8M ago16:16

16:16

Get ready to step behind the scenes as Chick-fil-A Ocala opens a new chapter in their success story. In today's episode, our host Laura Byrnes, APR, CPRC, sits down with Jeromy Williams, the owner-operator of Chick-fil-A Ocala, to explore the exciting details of his brand-new store opening. Discover the hiring practices that set Chick-fil-A Ocala a…

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E233: Meet Brad Turner-Little, President and CEO of NAWB 27:22

8M ago27:22

27:22

Tune in for this special Follow the Leader episode as Mike Fazio, Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning, interviews Brad Turner-Little, the new CEO of NAWB. Brad talks about his career journey and outlines his vision for NAWB.

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Bringing Communities Up to Speed: Success in Broadband Infrastructure 27:22

8M ago27:22

27:22

Today we take a deeper dive into Broadband and Fiber Optic infrastructure in Florida's rural counties, including Levy County. Our host, Laura Byrnes, APR, CPRC, explains how CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion's $1.73 million "Creating Connections" grant for fee-free broadband training will impact the workforce and the future of internet access in Levy…

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E232: Follow the Leader: Meet Rebecca Evans, Executive Director, Workforce Development Board of Ventura County 20:25

8M ago20:25

20:25

Rebecca Evans, Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County, joins Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio for this Follow the Leader episode. Rebecca reveals her unique educational background and what motivates her. She also discusses the workforce challenges and opportunities in her region.…

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E231: Follow the Leader: Meet Jamie Corda Hadjaoui, Director of Workforce Investment, LWIA 23 17:34

9M ago17:34

17:34

Jamie Corda Hadjaoui, Director of Workforce Investment for LWIA 23, joins Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio for this episode of Follow the Leader. Jamie discusses the workforce challenges and opportunities in her region and the importance of creating a welcoming environment for businesses.

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Setting up Veterans for Success 17:34

9M ago17:34

17:34

Our pilot episode focuses on the values and skills that Veterans bring to the workplace and the ways CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion can help business hire heroes. Today's guests include Henry Ayala, CareerSource CLM's Local Veteran's Employment Representative (LVER), and Brad Luhellier, Maintenance Manager for Atomic Transport. Our host, Laura Byr…

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E230: Follow the Leader: Meet Pam Nabors, President and CEO of CareerSource Central Florida 22:35

9M ago22:35

22:35

Pam Nabors, President and CEO of CareerSource Central Florida, joins Mike Fazio, CEO of Workforce180, for a conversation about workforce challenges and opportunities in her region, and what she most looks forward to in 2023. Pam reveals what makes Central Florida such a unique place to work and live.…

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Meet Joel Johnston, Executive Director, Let Me Learn 9:34

9M ago9:34

9:34

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E229: Follow the Leader: Meet Patrick Clancy, President and CEO, Philadelphia Works, Inc. 22:39

10M ago22:39

22:39

From the "Best of" 180PODCAST- In this Follow the Leader episode Patrick Clancy, President and CEO of Philadelphia Works, joins Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio for a conversation about his career journey and some new grants that will help grow the economy in Philadelphia in 2023.

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E228: Meet Paul Toomey, President & Founder, Geographic Solutions 22:04

10M ago22:04

22:04

This Follow the Leader episode features a conversation between Mike Fazio, Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning and Paul Toomey, President and founder of Geographic Solutions.

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E227: The Garden State Employment and Training Annual Conference 15:51

11M ago15:51

15:51

In this special Follow the Leader episode hosted by Mike Fazio, Co-President of Metrix Learning and Workforce180, you'll learn about the Garden State Employment and Training (GSETA) Annual Conference, coming up on October 18th and 19th, 2023. To learn more, visit https://www.gseta.org/conference/

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E226: Meet Janet Ward, Executive Director, Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board 18:16

12M ago18:16

18:16

This Follow the Leader episode features a conversation between, Mike Fazio, Co-President, Workforce180 and Metrix Learning and Janet Ward, Executive Director, Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board. Janet discusses her leadership style, the work the WIB has done to build a talent pipeline, and thoughts about managing across generations.…

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E225: Follow the Leader: Meet Cami Eakins, CEO, Career Path Services 22:46

1y ago22:46

22:46

From the "Best of" 180PODCAST: Cami Eakins, CEO of Career Path Services joins Mike Fazio, CEO of Workforce180, for this Follow the Leader episode. Cami discusses workforce challenges and opportunities in her region and discusses the importance of addressing equity in workforce development.

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E224: Meet Todd Nielsen, Director, Colorado Urban Workforce Alliance 5:08

1y ago5:08

5:08

This episode was recorded live at the 2023 NAWB Forum.

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E223: Follow the Leader: Meet Jamie Corda Hadjaoui, Director of Workforce Investment, LWIA 23 17:34

1y ago17:34

17:34

Jamie Corda Hadjaoui, Director of Workforce Investment for LWIA 23, joins Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio for this episode of Follow the Leader. Jamie discusses the workforce challenges and opportunities in her region and the importance of creating a welcoming environment for businesses.

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E222: Meet Carlos Mongalo, Director, National Flooring Contractors 5:25

1y ago5:25

5:25

This episode was recorded live from the NAWB 2023 Forum.

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E221: Meet Joseph Seymour, Managing Director, Operational Excellence, KRA Corporation 9:45

1y ago9:45

9:45

This episode was recorded live at the 2023 NAWB Forum.

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E220: Meet Todd Nielsen, Director, Colorado Urban Workforce Alliance 5:08

1y ago5:08

5:08

This episode was recorded live at the 2023 NAWB Forum.

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E219: Meet Ryan Hundt, CEO, Michigan Works! Association 8:33

1y ago8:33

8:33

This episode was recorded live at the 2023 NAWB Forum.

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E218: Meet Andy Petroski, President & Co-Founder, NuPaths 8:49

1+ y ago8:49

8:49

This episode was recorded live at the 2023 NAWB Forum.

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E217: Meet Joseph Seymour, Managing Director, Operational Excellence, KRA Corporation 9:45

1+ y ago9:45

9:45

This episode was recorded live at the 2023 NAWB Forum.

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E216: Meet Lee Reese and Malina Layne from Saint Clair County Intergovernmental Grants Department 18:42

1+ y ago18:42

18:42

This episode features a conversation between Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio and Lee Reese and Malina Layne from Saint Clair County Intergovernmental Grants Department.

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E215: Meet Brandon Butler, Executive Director, Maryland Workforce Association 8:48

1+ y ago8:48

8:48

This interview was recorded live at the 2022 Maryland Workforce Association's Raising the Bar Conference.

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E214: Follow the Leader: Meet Brian Lee, CEO, Metrix Learning 23:10

1+ y ago23:10

23:10

Brian Lee, retiring CEO of Metrix Learning, joins Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio for another Follow the Leader episode. Brian reflects on his career journey and the formative experiences that shaped him as a leader, and shares lessons learned along the way.

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E212: Follow the Leader: Meet Cory Vojack, Director Of Workforce Development, Lake County Board of Commissioners 21:11

1+ y ago21:11

21:11

Cory Vojack, Director Of Workforce Development for the Lake County Board of Commissioners, joins Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio on this episode of Follow the Leader. Cory discusses his formative work experiences and also the value of communication as a workforce professional.

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E211: Follow the Leader: Meet Ron Painter, President and CEO, NAWB 23:51

1+ y ago23:51

23:51

Ron Painter, President and CEO of the National Association of Workforce Boards (NAWB) joins Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio for this episode of Follow the Leader. Ron discusses his career journey and his assessment of the current labor market. He also reveals what he thinks that local workforce boards should be focusing on at this time.…

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E210: Follow the Leader: Meet Diane Head, Executive Director, CareerSource North Florida 17:30

1+ y ago17:30

17:30

Diane Head, Executive Director of CareerSource North Florida, joins Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio for this Follow the Leader Episode. Diane discusses the workforce challenges and opportunities in her region and reveals her thoughts about workforce trends in 2023.

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E209: Follow the Leader: Meet Rebecca Evans, Executive Director, Workforce Development Board of Ventura County 20:25

1+ y ago20:25

20:25

Rebecca Evans, Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County, joins Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio for this Follow the Leader episode. Rebecca reveals her unique educational background and what motivates her. She also discusses the workforce challenges and opportunities in her region.…

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E208: Follow the Leader: Meet Bob Lanter, Executive Director, California Workforce Association 21:21

1+ y ago21:21

21:21

Bob Lanter, Executive Director of the California Workforce Association, joins Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio for this episode of Follow the Leader. Bob discusses his career journey and the changing nature of the work. He also discusses the pros and cons of the gig work vs. employment.

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E207: Follow the Leader: Meet Manuel Ugues, Regional Director, Serco of Texas, Inc. 21:05

1+ y ago21:05

21:05

In this Follow the Leader episode, Manuel Ugues, Regional Director, Serco of Texas, joins Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio for a discussion about regional workforce challenges and opportunities for 2023. Manuel also discusses the key elements necessary to attract and retain staff.

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E206: Follow the Leader: Meet Patrick Clancy, President and CEO, Philadelphia Works, Inc. 22:39

1+ y ago22:39

22:39

In this Follow the Leader episode Patrick Clancy, President and CEO of Philadelphia Works, joins Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio for a conversation about his career journey and some new grants that will help grow the economy in Philadelphia in 2023.

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E205: Follow the Leader: Meet Marty Holliday, Executive Director New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Area 22:30

1+ y ago22:30

22:30

In this Follow the Leader episode, Marty Holliday, Executive Director of the New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Area, joins Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio for a conversation about some exciting funding opportunities for her region. Marty shares her vision for 2023 and provides an overview of local workforce challenges and opportunities.…

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E204: Follow the Leader: Meet John Flanagan, President & CEO, CareerSource Tampa Bay 19:06

1+ y ago19:06

19:06

In this Follow the Leader episode, John Flanagan, President & CEO of CareerSource Tampa Bay joins Mike Fazio, CEO of Workforce180 for a conversation about regional workforce challenges and opportunities. John also discusses his career journey and how he became a workforce leader.

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E203: Follow the Leader: Meet Chytania Brown, President & CEO, Employ Milwaukee 22:42

1+ y ago22:42

22:42

Chytania Brown, President & CEO of Employ Milwaukee, joins Mike Fazio, CEO of Workforce180 for this Follow the Leader Episode. Chytania discusses her career journey, the challenges and opportunities in Milwaukee and her vision for 2023.

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