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Ventura County Works Podcast

Welcome to Ventura County Works, the official podcast of the Ventura County Workforce Development Board, dedicated to bringing people and opportunities together.

  1. 25 JUL

    E31: Beyond Compliance: Fostering True LGBTQ+ Inclusion in the Workplace

    In this episode of Ventura County Works, host Doug Foresta is joined by Rebecca Evans, Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County, and Celia Sandhya Daniels, a dedicated board member. The conversation focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace, with a specific emphasis on the LGBTQ+ community. Celia, a transgender woman and entrepreneur, shares her personal experiences and insights on promoting true inclusion in organizations. The discussion covers topics such as the importance of allyship, moving beyond performative actions, fostering compassion for trans and gender-expansive communities, and the future of LGBTQ+ individuals in the workforce.

    34 min

  2. 17 JUN

    E30: Unlocking Opportunities: Job Connect Ventura County's Innovative Approach to Career Success

    Discover exciting career opportunities in advanced manufacturing and technology with Job Connect Ventura County. In this episode, Rebecca Evans, Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County, and Crystal Murillo from Career TEAM discuss how this innovative program, funded by the state of California, connects job seekers with education, training, and skill development to meet the needs of local employers. Learn about the focus on manufacturing and technology sectors, the support provided by career coordinators, and the flexibility of the program designed to accommodate working students.

    21 min

  3. 13 FEB

    E29: Ventura County's Business Solutions Team: Connecting Job Seekers and Employers- Part Two

    Rebecca Evans, Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County, continues her discussion with Cynthia Avila, Business Solutions Manager. They explore the breadth of services offered to local businesses, including the HR hotline for no-cost human resources assistance. Other business solutions highlighted include tax credits, customized training programs, job fairs, and webinars on relevant workforce topics. Cynthia spotlights the value of the workforce board as a conduit, linking employers to partners and resources countywide. Rebecca wraps up by urging all regional businesses, large and small, to connect with the workforce board to discover how they can be supported.

    15 min

  4. 13 FEB

    E28: Ventura County's Business Solutions Team: Connecting Job Seekers and Employers- Part One

    This episode features a conversation between Rebecca Evans, Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County, and Cynthia Avila, Business Solutions Manager at the Workforce Development Board. They discuss the business solutions team at the workforce board, including how the team connects job seekers to good opportunities with local employers. Cynthia provides examples of recent job fairs and open house recruitments hosted by the team, as well as advice for businesses and job seekers to utilize the services of the workforce board. Rebecca also highlights the workforce board's partnerships with community organizations and previews upcoming initiatives and events.

    20 min

  5. 31 JAN

    E27: Career Team's Human-Centered Approach to Workforce Development

    In this episode, Rebecca Evans, Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County, is joined by James Hughes, Regional Director of Operations for Career Team LLC.  James describes Career Team's human-centered approach to workforce development, meeting customers where they are and helping remove barriers to employment. He discusses innovating ways to expand access and opportunities in communities, as well as Career Team's track record of success across the country. The local Career Team staff is also introduced as transitioning to take over these critical workforce services in Ventura County in partnership with organizations like the Workforce Development Board.

    28 min

  6. 18/04/2023

    E26: SkillUp Ventura County

    In this episode, you'll learn about SkillUp Ventura County, a free electronic training (eTraining) experience through Metrix Learning. Through this online learning portal, you will be able to refresh your existing skills and learn new ones that will help ensure your success in the ever-changing employment market. SkillUp Ventura County is designed to help its residents build a workforce ecosystem that supports positive economic development. Job seekers can explore career pathways, view local job postings, register for free online learning, and receive workforce services. Employers can search for qualified candidates, post jobs, and receive in-depth consulting to address hiring and training needs.

    10 min

  7. 18/11/2022

    E25: The Ventura County Works Hub and The Virtual Hiring Board

    In this episode, you'll hear about 2 exciting services: the Ventura County Works Hub and the Virtual Hiring Board.

    8 min

  8. 25/08/2022

    E24: Developing a Talent Pipeline in the Healthcare Sector

    In this episode, Rebecca Evans is joined by Lisa Mitchell, Workforce Development Program Director from the Hospital Association of Southern California (HASC). HASC is a valuable partner that participates in the WDBVC Healthcare Sector Workgroup. Discover the purpose of industry workgroups, and what the workgroup has been able to identify as the workforce development needs in Ventura County. Lisa also shares her thoughts on the top jobs needed locally and positions that can be career pathways for individuals exploring career choices in healthcare.

    26 min
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Welcome to Ventura County Works, the official podcast of the Ventura County Workforce Development Board, dedicated to bringing people and opportunities together.

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  • Creator
    Ventura County Works
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Ventura County Works

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