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Season 3-Episode 19: Ryan Woodward Jun 20, 2023

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Ryan Woodward, CEO of National Technical Institute (NTI) and Trustee of the Vegas Chamber, joins the show today to talk about growing up in Utah and his career in banking which landed him with Chase Bank and brought him to Las Vegas. He discusses the uniqueness of NTI and the advisory board of contractors created to provide what skills are necessary and needed in the industry to produce successful graduates. He highlights his transition from Chief Financial Officer to Chief Executive Officer and being part of the Governor’s Workforce Development Board and a Trustee of the Vegas Chamber. He advises young adults that no obstacle cannot be overcome and volunteers to do it and be a part of the solution.

National Training Institute:
National Technical Institute - Accelerated Curriculum Trade School (ntitraining.com)

Governor’s Workforce Development Board:
Governor's Workforce Development Board - Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (nv.gov)

Vegas Chamber:
Vegas Chamber - Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce

Season3-Episode 18: Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown Jun 12, 2023

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Special guest host Councilman Scott Black of North Las Vegas welcomes North Las Vegas Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown to talk about her upbringing in North Las Vegas and becoming the first black mayor in Nevada. She discusses her family’s legacy and her perseverance to provide employment opportunities for the community by partnering with Workforce Connection through EmployNV Career and Youth Hubs. She gives her educational insight into the importance of starting workforce development as early as kindergarten. She advises young girls always to push forward and to remember that any goal set is attainable.
City of North Las Vegas:
City of North Las Vegas Official Web Site

EmployNV Career Hubs:
Home - EmployNV Career Hub (nvcareercenter.org)

Season 2-Episode 17: M.J. Maynard Jun 05, 2023

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M.J. Maynard, Chief Executive Officer for the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) of Southern Nevada and newest Workforce Connections Board Member, joins the show today to talk about growing up in California, her journey to Las Vegas starting her career in the hotel industry and being recruited to the RTC. She discusses why mobility is key to workforce development by ensuring the community gets to where they need to go as safely as possible. She highlights the new campaign with Workforce Connections to attract and encourage disconnected youth to engage in employment opportunities through the EmployNV Youth Hubs.

Regional Transportation Commission (RTC)
RTC Southern Nevada – Home (rtcsnv.com)
EmployNV Youth Hub:
Next Stop: Your Career - EmployNV Youth Hub

Season 3- Episode 16: Justin Jones May 30, 2023

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Justin Jones, Clark County Commissioner, joins the show today to talk about the love story that brought him to Las Vegas, where he worked in construction while in college and as a lawyer for 20 years, to his current role as a community leader. He discusses his focus on affordable housing and behavioral health for the Clark County community. He highlights his passion for workforce development and what that means for the future talent pipeline in Clark County, and the advice he shares to be a community leader.

Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones:
Justin Jones (clarkcountynv.gov)

Season 3- Episode 15: Gina Bongiovi May 22, 2023

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Gina Bongiovi, founder and managing partner of Bongiovi Law, joins the show to discuss growing up and staying in Las Vegas, where she has built a successful law practice. She talks about the “boutique” law firm she founded that helps small businesses connect the resources available in Nevada. She highlights what a consigliere is, what it means to be one to business owners, and shares her advice for young girls.

Bongiovi Law Firm:
Las Vegas Business Attorney | Corporate Attorney | Bongiovi Law Firm

Season 3-Episode 14: Kara Jenkins May 15, 2023

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Kara Jenkins, Administrator for the Nevada Equal Rights Commission (NERC), joins the show to discuss growing up in California and her career trajectory that brought her to Nevada and NERC. She talks about her passion for diversity and the no-cost training NERC provides to prevent workplace harassment. She shares her advice to young women not to be afraid to ask questions, create boundaries, and take up space.

Nevada Equal Rights Commission (NERC)
Nevada Equal Rights Commission (nv.gov)

Season 3- Episode 13: Nada Lena Nasserdeen May 08, 2023

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Nada Nasserdeen, founder and CEO of Rise Up for You, talks about her career as a performer to her current role as CEO of Rise Up for You, a professional and personal growth coaching program. She discusses what every individual needs to reach their full potential and her passion for emotional intelligence in the workplace. She highlights the rapid growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the importance of soft skills that is needed to be sustainable and consistent workforce.

Rise Up for You:
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT | Rise Up For You

Season 3-Episode 12: Tamara Atkinson May 01, 2023

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Tamara Atkinson, President and CEO of Workforce Solutions Capital Area, joins the show to talk about her upbringing in North Texas and what lead her to a fulfilling career in workforce development for the last 20 years. She discusses the benefits of having childcare assistance funds in the American Job Centers supporting the community in getting back to work. She highlights her new role as president of the Workforce Development Council and the priorities that she has made to grow and improve workforce development.

Workforce Solutions Capital Area:
Workforce Solutions Capital Area — Connecting People to Jobs (wfscapitalarea.com)

Season 3-Episode 11: Kevin Schiller Apr 24, 2023

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Kevin Schiller, Clark County Manager, joins the show to talk about his journey to his current role as the County Manager. He discusses his passion for serving people and the innovation and evolution of workforce development. He highlights the myriad of job opportunities in various occupations available to the community in Clark County.

Clark County:
Employment (clarkcountynv.gov)

Season 3- Episode 10: Kerry Bubolz Apr 17, 2023

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Kerry Bubolz, President of the Golden Knights, joins the show today to discuss his career journey to Las Vegas in sports. He talks about the growth of professional sports in Las Vegas and how they are the “golden thread” that unites our community.

Las Vegas Golden Knights:
Official Vegas Golden Knights Website | NHL.com

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