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To learn more about the SkillUpAmerca Summit, visit: https://www.skillupamerica.org/

Tune in for this end of year episode originally recorded for North Coast Careers about how to support employees through the stress of the holiday season.

Tune in to this "Best off" 180PODCAST Episode as Cami Eakins shares her perspective on workforce development. 

In this "Best of" 180PODCAST, you'll hear from Georgia Conrad, Executive Director of the Oregon Workforce Partnership as she shares her perspective on workforce development. 

In this episode, host Mike Fazio, Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning, sits down with Sam Caucci, Founder and CEO of 1Huddle and author of Wasted Talent: How Greed, Exploitation, and the Promise of the Future of Work Has Failed the Front Line, and a Plan to Fix It. Together they explore why traditional training models continue to fail frontline workers and how gamified, human-centered learning can change that. Sam shares insights on bridging the gap between education and employment, the dangers of retreating from workers in the age of AI, and his vision for a more equitable and engaging future of work.

Tune in as Bob Knight shares his perspective on workforce from his decades of experience. 

Tune in as Dawn Karber and Kevin Williams discuss the workorce system. This episode was recorded live at a previous NAWB forum. 

Tune in to hear how Amazon is partnering with the workforce development system in this episode recorded at a previous NAWB forum. 

Tune in to hear Rebecca Evans, Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County as she shares her thoughts on workorce development and shares update on her region. 

Tune in to listen to Samantha Pfeifffer, Executive Director of GSETA, as she discusses her organizations mission and vision.

Tune in to listen to George Wright, CEO of the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership as he talks about the future of workforce at a previous NAWB conference. 

Rebecca Evans, Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County, joins 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. 

Recorded live at the 2024 Forum. 

This episode was originally recorded at the 2024 NAWB Forum. 

This episode was recorded live at the 2024 NAWB Forum. 

In this second part of a special three-part series, host Mike Fazio, Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning, challenges you to think differently about adaptability in today's rapidly changing workforce landscape. Drawing from everyday examples like Uber, Airbnb, and the shift to virtual services during the pandemic, Mike illustrates why you can't afford to wait until tomorrow to embrace change. He shares practical insights on adapting to new technologies, communication methods, and service delivery models, showing you how your workforce agency can better serve its community in an environment of increasing scrutiny. Through his "launch and learn" philosophy, Mike encourages you to be bold in your approach to change, rather than becoming paralyzed by analysis or fear of the unknown.

From the Best of 180PODCAST: 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. Pam reveals what makes Central Florida such a unique place to work and live. 

From Best of 180PODCAST: Recorded live at the 2024 NAWB Forum. 

From Best of 180PODCAST: 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. She shares insights on poverty and related issues in the U.S. Virgin Islands, the importance of community partnerships, and her passion for her purpose-driven work. Dr. Burke also highlights her involvement with Parenting Inside Out, a program supporting incarcerated parents and their families. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about making a real difference in the community with the dedicated Dr. Cira Burke.

From the Best of 180PODCAST: 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. 

Recorded live at the NAWB 2024 Forum. 

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. She shares insights on poverty and related issues in the U.S. Virgin Islands, the importance of community partnerships, and her passion for her purpose-driven work. Dr. Burke also highlights her involvement with Parenting Inside Out, a program supporting incarcerated parents and their families. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about making a real difference in the community with the dedicated Dr. Cira Burke.

In this second part of a special three-part series, host Mike Fazio, Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning, challenges you to think differently about adaptability in today's rapidly changing workforce landscape. Drawing from everyday examples like Uber, Airbnb, and the shift to virtual services during the pandemic, Mike illustrates why you can't afford to wait until tomorrow to embrace change. He shares practical insights on adapting to new technologies, communication methods, and service delivery models, showing you how your workforce agency can better serve its community in an environment of increasing scrutiny. Through his "launch and learn" philosophy, Mike encourages you to be bold in your approach to change, rather than becoming paralyzed by analysis or fear of the unknown.

This episode features a message straight from Mike Fazio, host and Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning. Mike discusses the changing landscape of workforce development and dives deep into the recent federal grant freeze and what it means for your organization's future. Drawing from 16 years in the trenches, he cuts through the noise to deliver a clear message: good intentions aren't enough anymore. Your funding, your mission, your impact - it all needs to be measurable and justifiable. Whether you're managing grants, running programs, or leading teams, this episode provides the wake-up call and actionable insights you need to prove your organization's value in today's evolving workforce landscape.