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Geographic Solutions' Sr. Manager of Customer Success and Growth, Tobi Cates, joins VOScast to explore how new Medicaid community engagement requirements could reshape the connection between health and workforce systems. The conversation examines data sharing, documentation challenges, and agency collaboration. The discussion also delves into how states can move beyond simply meeting requirement compliance to truly help people connect with meaningful and sustainable employment.

In recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Geographic Solutions CISO Felipe Medina joins the VOSCast podcast to discuss today's evolving cyber landscape. He explores emerging threats, including AI-driven risks, phishing, and social engineering. Felipe also shares why a zero-trust mindset and healthy skepticism are essential in today's digital world. The conversation highlights how every employee plays a role in protecting company data, clients, and systems. Tune in for practical insights to help strengthen cybersecurity awareness all year long.

In celebration of Workforce Development Month, VOScast sits down with Geographic Solutions Founder and President Paul Toomey to reflect on the evolution of workforce development and what lies ahead. From AI and VOS Sapphire to emerging industry trends, Paul shares his perspective on the technology, people, and innovation shaping the future of workforce development.

AI is rapidly reshaping the workplace, but the skills that may matter most in the future aren't necessarily technical ones.

In this episode, Josh Davies, founder and principal of The Non-Prophets, discusses the skills people will need to stay relevant and competitive in a changing workforce. Josh explores why work ethic and soft skills are becoming more valuable, how individuals can strengthen these skills, and which workforce trends are emerging beyond AI. He also shares practical advice for college students entering an uncertain job market, and wraps up with what's currently on his playlist. Get ready for a practical conversation about AI, employability, human skills, and preparing for the future of work.

Recorded live at the 2026 Workforce Technology Conference in Monterey, California, this special episode of the VOScast Podcast features thought leaders from across workforce development, education, and reentry. Guests share their unique career journeys, discuss emerging technologies and trends transforming the workforce ecosystem, and explore the innovations, partnerships, and strategies shaping the future of employment, education, and reentry services. Join us for insightful conversations that highlight the people and ideas helping individuals successfully navigate an ever-evolving world of work.

This episode features Taunya Charlton, Employment Program Manager, South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation.

Recorded live at the 2026 Workforce Technology Conference in Monterey, California, this special episode of the VOScast Podcast features thought leaders from across workforce development, education, and reentry. Guests share their unique career journeys, discuss emerging technologies and trends transforming the workforce ecosystem, and explore the innovations, partnerships, and strategies shaping the future of employment, education, and reentry services. Join us for insightful conversations that highlight the people and ideas helping individuals successfully navigate an ever-evolving world of work.

This episode features Damon Weller, Assistant Commissioner, Workforce Data and Program Quality, Office of Workforce Development, WorkSource Georgia.

Recorded live at the 2026 Workforce Technology Conference in Monterey, California, this special episode of the VOScast Podcast features thought leaders from across workforce development, education, and reentry. Guests share their unique career journeys, discuss emerging technologies and trends transforming the workforce ecosystem, and explore the innovations, partnerships, and strategies shaping the future of employment, education, and reentry services. Join us for insightful conversations that highlight the people and ideas helping individuals successfully navigate an ever-evolving world of work.

This episode features Rusty Bechtold, Executive Strategist, Workforce and TVET, Leading the Change.me, LLC.

Recorded live at the 2026 Workforce Technology Conference in Monterey, California, this special episode of the VOScast Podcast features thought leaders from across workforce development, education, and reentry. Guests share their unique career journeys, discuss emerging technologies and trends transforming the workforce ecosystem, and explore the innovations, partnerships, and strategies shaping the future of employment, education, and reentry services. Join us for insightful conversations that highlight the people and ideas helping individuals successfully navigate an ever-evolving world of work.

This episode features Britt Otter, Web Accessibility Administrator, Colorado Department of Labor and Employment.

In this episode of the VOScast Podcast, host Evan Brenner sits down with Miguel Peromingo, consultant for employment policy and well-being, for a wide-ranging conversation on the forces reshaping workforce development around the world. They explore the growing skills mismatch, why job quality is declining, and how policymakers are responding to rapid changes in labor markets. The discussion also looks at the evolving role of technology and AI in employment services, the continued value of in-person job centers, and why more individualized support is critical for job seekers facing barriers to work. The episode also touches on apprenticeships, entrepreneurship, and the importance of reintegration and second-chance employment for returning citizens.

At the 2026 NCIA Conference in Jacksonville, Geographic Solutions hosted live, on-site recordings of the VOScast Podcast, bringing together voices from the corrections, reentry, and workforce development communities.

In these conversations, guests shared their reflections on Second Chance Month, highlighted emerging or underrated technologies and trends shaping the corrections and reentry space, and offered their perspectives on the future of corrections and second-chance employment. Each episode provides insight into the programs, partnerships, and innovations helping individuals overcome barriers, access meaningful opportunities, and build stronger pathways to successful reentry.

This episode features Troy Shanks, Chief Customer Officer at TRICOR Insurance and NCIA board member.