Talent Talks- With Rick Maher

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Talent Talks- With Rick Maher Podcast

Each month, human resources veteran Rick Maher welcomes America’s thought leaders to discuss ways to re-invent America’s Talent Development and Education Systems. Tune in and discover how we can drive global competitiveness for future generations." Talent Talks is presented by Maher & Maher and IMPAQ International, who together are delivering research and evidence-based solutions to workforce challenges.

  1. 14/01/2022

    E39: Training for a Post-Pandemic Economy: The Role of America’s Community College System

    Josh Wyner, V.P. of Aspen Institute’s College Education Excellence Program, joins the program to discuss the challenges and disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic when it comes to training and education, and how colleges have pivoted to meet those challenges. Josh reveals details about the College Education Excellence Program and the need for college leaders to adopt a “3.0 Mindset.”

    37 min

  2. 03/01/2022

    E38: Embracing Transitions: The Integration of Maher & Maher and American Institutes for Research

    For over 30 years, Maher & Maher has been at the forefront of innovation and talent development. Now its capabilities are blending with the vast resources of the American Institutes for Research (AIR).  Beth Brinly and Irma Perez-Johnson, Vice Presidents in the Human Services Division, and Catherine Baker, Practice Director and Chief Learning Officer at Maher & Maher, join the program to discuss how the combined companies' capabilities can positively impact America’s talent development future.

    49 min

  3. 13/12/2021

    E37: Building a Talent Pipeline During the “Great Resignation”: Lessons from IBM

    IBM Learning Strategist Sonia Malik,returns to the program to discuss the work that IBM is doing to help prepare for the future of work. Sonia discusses the impact that the “Great Resignation” is having on her organization, and how IBM has been a pioneer in creating pathways to degrees using stackable micro-credentials, apprenticeships, and partnerships with providers. You’ll also discover how IBM’s efforts help not only their own organization, but also support the broader community. Sonia also shares her thoughts about the future of the employer/employee contract and how employers will need to adapt in the post-COVID world.

    50 min

  4. 30/11/2021

    E36: Helping the Long-Term Unemployed Return to Work: Lessons from Atlanta CareerRise

    John Helton, Executive Director of Atlanta CareerRise, joins the program to discuss the work that his organization is doing to get long-term unemployed individuals in the region re-engaged in the workforce. John reveals the efforts that CareerRise is making around equity and inclusion and discusses the importance of philanthropic sources of funding. You’ll also hear about an approach designed to engage and support the long-term unemployed by meeting their needs for more intensive counseling, case management and peer support.

    36 min

  5. 16/11/2021

    E35: Registered Apprenticeships: A Powerful Solution for Talent Development

    This episode features a panel of experts sharing their thoughts and insights on registered apprenticeships, in recognition of National Apprenticeship Week. Amy Firestone, V.P.; Apprenticeship Carolina, Katherine Keegan, Director, Office of the Future of Work, Colorado Dept. of Labor & Employment and William Higgins, State Apprenticeship Director, Arizona, discuss the importance of registered apprenticeships as one of the most dependable and proven methods of job training. Discover the power of partnership in successfully scaling registered apprenticeships, and how registered apprenticeships can be a powerful tool to help job seekers return to the labor force and help employers find the talent they need.

    54 min

  6. 02/11/2021

    E34: Developing Flexible Funding Solutions- Lessons from the San Diego Workforce Partnership

    Peter Callstrom, CEO (Chief Employment Officer) from the San Diego Workforce Partnership, joins the program to share his thoughts about the post-pandemic environment and the importance of securing 3rd party funds. Discover why the risk of failure for relying only on federal funds is too high and how income sharing agreements work.

    36 min

  7. 19/10/2021

    E33: America’s Comeback from COVID: A Workforce Practitioner Perspective

    Brittany Lenertz, Talent Solutions Director for West Michigan Works! joins the program to discuss the results of a wide-ranging survey that her organization conducted with job seekers. Brittany reveals insights gleaned from the survey and provides her thoughts about why people are not flocking back to work, even with the end of their benefits. She also reveals changes in job seekers’ attitudes and the most significant barriers that are keeping people out of workforce. You’ll also hear about an innovative marketing campaign designed to bring people back into the labor market.

    33 min

  8. 05/10/2021

    E32: Providing Innovative Solutions to Support the Long-Term Unemployed

    Michele Martin, Director of Technical Assistance at the Heldrich Center, joins the program to discuss the mission of the Heldrich Center and its New Start Career Network. Discover some of the emotional challenges that the long-term unemployed face, and an innovative approach to provide the long-term unemployed the supports that they need to thrive. Michele also discusses how the Heldrich Center is supplementing the public workforce system using volunteers and peer-to-peer support.

    38 min
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Each month, human resources veteran Rick Maher welcomes America’s thought leaders to discuss ways to re-invent America’s Talent Development and Education Systems. Tune in and discover how we can drive global competitiveness for future generations." Talent Talks is presented by Maher & Maher and IMPAQ International, who together are delivering research and evidence-based solutions to workforce challenges.

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