This episode features a discussion with Linda Ketcham, Executive Director of JustDane, about serving individuals returning to the community after incarceration. Linda shares her passion for this work stemming from transformative experiences earlier in her career. She spotlights JustDane's impactful reentry programs and their landmark community education tool, the reentry simulation, which provides a glimpse into the challenges faced by those rebuilding their lives post-incarceration.

Kweku TeAngelo Cargile, Jr., Executive Director of The BrandLab Milwaukee, joins the program to provide an overview of the organization and discuss the work that his organization is doing to change the face and voice of the marketing and advertising industry. Discover some of the obstacles that BIPOC students often face when considering a career in marketing and advertising and the different levels of youth development. Kweku also reveals his vision for Milwaukee's future. 

Tune in as Chantell Jewell. the first black woman to ever lead the Community Reintegration Center in Milwaukee County, joins the program. Chantell shares some of the biggest challenges that she has faced as a woman of color in a leadership position and the importance of having transparent conversations and setting expectations as a leader. She also reveals some of the partnerships that help support the work that her organization is doing to help individuals successfully reintegrate in the community. 

Tune in for a conversation with Jakeim Jackson-Bell, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Manager for the Milwaukee Bucks and Fiserv Forum Arena. Jakeim discusses his experience as an Employ Milwaukee board member and the important role that a Board of Directors plays in organizational activities and performance. You'll also hear about a rotational program that Jakeim helped to pilot, where justice-involved individuals get experience working in sports entertainment. 

This episode features a conversation with Christopher Polk, a returning guest who found meaningful employment as a formerly justice-involved individual, as well as Wylbur Holloway, Manager of Reentry Services for Employ Milwaukee. Christopher reveals the experiences that have molded him into the person that he is today and the importance of having someone to turn to when navigating tough times. Discover the prejudice and scrutiny that justice-involved individuals often face when searching for jobs and why employers need to give job applicants the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to change and make better decisions. 

This episode features a conversation with Kathy Thornton-Bias, President & CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee. Kathy discusses her career journey and how her organization has built a community of support for young people. Discover the importance of exposing youth to opportunities outside of their own neighborhoods, the importance of financial literacy for young people, and preventative programs that the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee have developed to help combat juvenile delinquency. 

In this episode, you'll learn about BMO Harris Banks' "BMO EMpower" initiative, a $5 billion, five-year commitment to advancing an inclusive economic recovery in the United States. Discover the tactics that will be utilized as part of the initiative to address barriers in minority communities. You'll also hear about the importance of developing a strong credit profile and how credit, if used responsibly, can be a powerful driver for individuals both personally and professionally. 

Chytania Brown, President & CEO of Employ Milwaukee, reflects on the workforce successes and challenges from 2022.  Discover some of the exciting and innovative programs that Employ Milwaukee has launched over the past year. Chytania also reveals what employers can do to set themselves up for success in the new year. 

This episode features a conversation with Nikki Purvis, President & CEO of the African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin. Nikki discusses her career journey and reveals some of the biggest challenges that small businesses face. Nikki also shares her thoughts about how successful black-owned businesses play a critical role in closing the local and national wealth gap. You’ll also hear about some of the organizations that the African American Chamber of Commerce partners with and how technology has made allowed the Chamber to have a greater reach.

This episode features a conversation with Peggy Williams-Smith, President & CEO of VISIT Milwaukee, as Peggy provides an overview of her organization and reveals what makes Milwaukee such an attractive destination for visitors. She also discusses some of the unique workforce challenges that the hospitality industry faces, and the efforts underway to recruit and retain talent.