Navigating the AI Era: Michelle Simms on Creating Access in a Changing Workforce

In this forward-looking conversation, Yupro Placement CEO Michelle Sims breaks down the realities of AI’s impact on early-career talent, from shrinking requisitions to the rise of automation-first hiring. She discusses why skills-based evaluations, modern apprenticeships, and barrier-free recruiting will define the next decade of work. Michelle offers a practical yet inspiring roadmap for building talent pipelines that thrive in an AI-accelerated world.

The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis.

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