In this episode, you'll learn about the Wytheville Community College, and the various programs that are available to help students start a meaningful career in a high demand occupation. Discover the options available for students, including transfer and concurrent enrollment opportunities. 

This episode features an interview with Lennie Gail Mitcham, Executive Director of SVAM, The Southwest Virginia Alliance for Manufacturing. You'll discover how SVAM supports and strengthens manufacturers in the region, and hear industry success stories.  

In this episode you'll hear from 2 members of the team at the New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Board as they discuss the business services provided in the region. Discover real-world success stories across various industries. 

In this episode, we continue to discuss the topic of credit for prior learning and prior learning assessments. The previous episode discussed the overall concept of prior learning assessment (PLA) and the benefit for job seekers and employers. In this episode, you'll hear success stories about credit for prior learning and prior learning assessment and takeaways from those examples. 

In this episode, you'll learn about Prior Learning Assessment (PLA), and its importance for education and the workforce system. Discover the work that is being done in the region when it comes to PLA and credit for prior learning, and the benefits for job seekers, the education system, and employers. 

In this episode, you'll learn about Virginia Tech's Office of Economic Development, the work that they are doing to support economic development in Virginia, and the history of their partnership with the workforce system.

In this episode you'll hear from Brendan Walsh from the 1901 Group, as he discusses the work that his organization does delivering innovative IT solutions. He also reveals what they look for in potential applicants and retention strategies. 

In this episode, you'll learn about the Heart Project, and its mission of connecting businesses and manufacturers, impacted by the fluctuations within the coal industry, with new opportunities. Discover how the project helps businesses through leveraging existing resources, providing business outreach, and more. 

In this episode you'll learn about the New River Community College, and how they prepare students for a variety of careers. Discover how to attend the school online or in person, and some of the most popular certificate and degree programs that the college offers. 

In this episode, you'll learn about the best practices that are going on in the region, as well as how the B2B Engage CRM is being used as a tool to track and engage businesses. This special episode was recorded live at the NAWB Forum 2019.