Bob Knight, Equus’ Director of Government Relations and Workforce Policy, has joined us for another episode of the 'DC Workforce Update' where we discuss the developmental whirlwind in the reauthorization of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and what the future may hold post-election as we ask the question, "What happens next?" Stay tuned for future episodes in this series as the workforce development industry undergoes potential changes moving into the new year.

Joining us in celebration of National Apprenticeship Week is Lauren Smith, Care Economy Apprenticeship Training Program Specialist with the Department of Labor’s Office of Apprenticeship. In this episode we’re discussing how National Apprenticeship Week is being recognized across the nation, the current growth of programs and what’s expected for the future, and Equus’ recent designation as ‘Apprenticeship Ambassador’ and what it means for those we serve.

In this episode, we’re once again joined by Bob Knight, Equus’ Director of Government Relations and Workforce Policy, to discuss continued developments in the reauthorization of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, the state of workforce development during an election period, and what the immediate future may hold for the industry.

In this episode, we’re joined by Bob Knight, Equus’ Director of Government Relations and Workforce Policy. This month we’re discussing the reauthorization of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to include potential adjustments to funding to state and local areas, training for incumbent workers, and work experience for program participants. We’ll be revisiting the DC Workforce Update monthly as the workforce development landscape quickly evolves.

In this episode, we’re joined by Executive Director Dr. Mimi Haley and Youth Leader/Staff Member Jaime Jimenez from the National Youth Employment Coalition. The discussion explores policy, narrative change, and collaborative practices in supporting opportunity youth. Our guests share their expertise on how communities can better integrate opportunity youth into the workforce, emphasizing the power of youth voices in shaping their stories. Tune in for a comprehensive look at building inclusive and supportive environments for all youth.

In this episode we’re joined by Andy Brooksbank and Brian Hernandez, the Founders and Managing Partners of Phalanx Outreach Solutions. Listen to our discussion of the power of storytelling as a catalyst for change, inspiring engagement and fostering a deeper understanding of the public workforce system.

On this episode we’re joined by Tonya Gibson, Regional Director at MedCertify, to chat about their training platform. We unpack the value of the apprenticeship model, collaboration with the public workforce system and creating pathways for individuals from underrepresented communities in demand industries.

On this episode we’re joined by Racquel Sevilla, Director of Program Development, Planning & Evaluation for Global Talent Bridge at World Education Services. We discuss how World Education Services’ Gateway Program supports the educational and economic inclusion of immigrants, refugees, and other displaced individuals by facilitating the recognition of educational credentials earned outside the U.S. Racquel shares concrete examples of inclusion efforts across the U.S. and the ways in which economic inclusion benefits individuals, employers, and entire communities.

On this episode, we’re joined by Project Director Priscilla Zuniga and Deputy Project Director Jose Hernandez from Equus’ San Diego Employment Services program. The pair shares their takeaways from the San Diego Military Summit, including how transitioning service members and veterans can navigate the civilian job market, translate leadership and communication skills in the civilian world, and plan for career progression.

In this episode, we’re joined by Sterling Barbour, President, and Tova Barbour, CEO, at Revolution National Pest Council. We discuss how the pest control industry is evolving and how registered apprenticeship is opening doors for underrepresented groups, such as veterans, to create career pathways in this field.