February 21, 202411 min
Supporting Black Businesses with Black BRAND
In this episode we're joined by Blair Durham, Co-founder & President of Black BRAND.
Episodes
8
Latest episode
Feb 2024
Language
EN
About the show
thinkHIRE is a monthly podcast from the Hampton Roads Workforce Council featuring engaging conversations with regional thought leaders on various workforce development topics including, talent development and retention; emerging and in-demand industries; and diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
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February 6, 202410 min
Waves of Opportunity
We’re kicking the year off with our very own Amanda Slosson, Senior Director of the Hampton Roads Regional Workforce Training System to discuss the Waves of Opportunity campaign. Learn more about Waves of Opportunity here: https://www.theworkforcecouncil.org/rwts/
November 29, 202310 min
VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads
In this episode, we chat with Stephanie Gorham, CEO of VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads about why businesses should encourage volunteering.
October 19, 202319 min
Mission to Germany: Learning from Innovative Workforce Development Solutions Abroad
In this episode, Doug Smith, President and CEO of the Hampton Roads Alliance, joins us to discuss a recent workforce readiness mission to Germany.
June 28, 202320 min
Building an Inclusive Workforce
Listen to an in-depth conversation on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace with Aleea Sappy Wilson, Chief DEI Officer, City of Norfolk.
May 23, 2023Episode 325 min
Mission Maritime: Celebrating Maritime Month
This episode focuses on Maritime Month - featuring Bill Crow, President, Virginia Ship Repair Association and our very own Michelle Olsen, Program Manager, Maritime Workforce Training. Tune in to learn all about the importance of the Maritime industry in Hampton Roads and how to kick start your career.
April 30, 2023Episode 215 min
Red, White, and You: Recruiting Military Talent
This episode focuses on the military community in the workforce - featuring Sultan Camp, Director, Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center. Tune in to learn more about challenges, trends, and opportunities for Veterans, military spouses, and transitioning services members in the region.
March 30, 2023Episode 125 min
Reversing the Great She-Cession
As we wrap up Women’s History Month, this episode focuses on Women in the Workforce – featuring Dr Jane Glasgow, Executive Director, Minus 9 to 5 and Christina Brooks, Senior Director NextGen Programs and Special Projects. Tune in as they chat with our President and CEO Shawn Avery on challenges, trends, and opportunities for women related to employment in the region.
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