E01: Are You a Workforce Development Professional? Unconventional Paths and Hidden Connections

Workforce on the Mic: Presented by NAWDP

Are you a workforce development professional? The answer might surprise you. In this inaugural episode of Workforce on the Mic, presented by the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP), host Alexis Franks explores the diverse and often unexpected roles that contribute to workforce development. Join us as we speak with Jeanette Jones from the Greater Memphis Chamber and Representative Napoleon Bracy from Alabama to uncover how professionals in economic development, education, and government play crucial roles in shaping our workforce landscape. From innovative industry tours for educators to apprenticeship programs bridging the gap between education and career opportunities, we'll discover how relationship-building and community engagement are at the heart of effective workforce development.