In this episode of The Midwest Flourish, host Rick Farrant sits down with Marie Mackintosh, President & CEO of EmployIndy, the largest nonprofit regional workforce development organization in Indiana. Marie shares how EmployIndy is redefining talent development vs. workforce development, bridging gaps in K–12 and postsecondary education, and creating experiential learning opportunities through its Talent Bound initiative—engaging thousands of students with internships, apprenticeships, and job shadowing.

Highlighted Topics

- Why employers must view talent-building as a long-term strategy

- The Good Wages Initiative and how fair pay drives community growth

- Challenges in adult upskilling and building confidence for career changers

- Navigating diversity, equity, and inclusion in today’s environment

- How funding diversity makes EmployIndy a national model Whether you’re an employer, educator, or community leader, this conversation offers practical insights into building stronger talent pipelines and creating opportunities for all.

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