Join us for a discussion about Iowa’s community colleges with Dr. Lori Sundberg, the president of Kirkwood Community College. Discover how community colleges help students get the education and training necessary for in-demand careers across the state.  

Today’s episode focuses on the collaboration between Mercy College and MercyOne Medical Center. Find out how this partnership is helping to advance healthcare education and recruit more Iowans into the rapidly growing career field.

This week we’ll learn about the benefits of starting a High School Registered Apprenticeship program.   Guests from West Delaware High School discuss their welding Registered Apprenticeship program and how it creates new opportunities for students ready to enter the workforce. For more information about starting a Registered Apprenticeship program, visit EarnAndLearnIowa.gov. 

It’s another Registered Apprenticeship podcast on this episode of “Mission: Employable”. Greer Sisson, the State Director of the U.S. Department of Labor/Office of Apprenticeship, shares how Registered Apprenticeship programs make a big difference in Iowa. Learn about how Registered Apprenticeship programs can build a skilled workforce in our state. 

Waukee APEX Director Michelle Hill drops in to talk about how the innovative program is connecting high schoolers, businesses, and communities together for next-level education. Learn how the Waukee APEX program is helping the students of today become the workforce of tomorrow.  

“Order up!” Join the discussion about Iowa's restaurant industry with guest Jessica Dunker, President and CEO of the Iowa Restaurant Association. Dunker talks about the pandemic’s impact on the food service industry, and how crucial it is for Iowa’s restaurants to bounce back over the next year. 

In this episode, we are talking about untapped talent in Iowa’s workforce with Dr. Marvin DeJear, Senior Vice President of Talent Development at the Greater Des Moines Partnership. Learn about the resources and programs available to help employers build a more diverse and inclusive workforce. 

Join the conversation as we talk about ways to build a more inclusive workforce for Iowans with disabilities. Administrator for Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services David Mitchell discusses key resources and programs that can provide assistance to Iowans with disabilities and connect people with employment opportunities.  

On today's episode of Mission: Employable, Registered Apprenticeship Coordinator Amy Beller talks about how Registered Apprenticeship programs can benefit both employers and job seekers. There is a Registered Apprenticeship program for just about any career field. Whether you're a business looking to build your talent pipeline or an adult-learner seeking a career change, this podcast is for you! 

In this episode we get the back story and future dreams of the STEMBEST initiative from the Executive Director, Jeff Weld. As you will hear, the STEM program is a fantastic gateway to future talent in pipelines that include science, technology, engineering and math. Why not get kids engaged in these programs at a young age so they can build the future of Iowa tomorrow! Sit back and plug in to this very cool episode!