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Connecting Students to Careers: Building a Thriving Workforce in Evansville


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How do we bridge the gap between education and employment? In this episode, we dive into the Thriving Workforce section of Talent EVV's annual report.


Join us as we speak with BJ Watts (Executive Director of OptIN), Robin Woebkenberg (Counselor & CTE Program Operations at OptIN), and Annie Hills (Chief of Staff at Old National Bank) about how local businesses and schools are creating hands-on learning opportunities for students—ensuring they’re not just prepared for the workforce but thriving in it.


From apprenticeships to industry-driven training, this conversation highlights the power of partnerships in shaping the future of Evansville's economy.


Show Notes

  • Talent EVV's Annual Report
  • Bosse High School Principle Aaron Huff's talk at Imagine Evansville
  • Explore OPT-IN
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