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S2E6 S2 Ep 6: Progress Starts with Partnership: Rethinking How Communities Grow

In this episode, we sit down with a dynamic leader whose impact on economic development speaks for itself. With more than two decades of experience shaping urban growth, fostering business expansion,…

S2E5 S2 Ep 5: Building Better Workforce Campaigns: Inside the Markstein Approach

In this episode, we sit down with two of our own colleagues from Markstein. Chief Creative Officer Chris Hoke and Brand Director Angela Thomas give a behind-the-scenes look at how thoughtful…

S2E4 S2 Ep 4: Driving the Workforce Forward: Inside the Tank Truck Workforce Challenge

Across past episodes of TalentWise, we’ve explored the workforce challenge from every angle: demographers breaking down the data, HR leaders sharing proactive strategies, mental health experts…

S2E3 S2 Ep 3: Marketing With Meaning: Building Trust, Results and Good Jobs with Rashida Reese and Jillian Darling

Today’s episode brings the conversation to life with Rashida Reese, president & CEO and Jillian Darling, social media specialist for ReBirth Marketing and Consulting. Rashida and Jillian share…

S2E2 S2 Ep 2: Good Jobs Birmingham: A Local Model for a National Healthcare Workforce Crisis with Dr. Olivia Cook Howell and Sarah Wilson

In this episode, we’re joined by two true change makers: Dr. Olivia Cook Howell, founder of OVA Consulting Firm and project manager for Good Jobs Birmingham, and Sarah Wilson, former Deputy Director…

S2E1 S2 Ep 1: Lessons From the Front Lines of Leadership with Laura Kavanagh

In Season 2, Episode 1 of TalentWise, we dig into the very real workforce crisis that’s been building for decades and what it actually takes to lead through it when the stakes are high. We’re joined…

S1E13 The Voices Shaping the Future of Work: Season 1 Highlights

The workforce crisis isn't coming. It's here. The smartest leaders are moving fast to adapt. In this bonus episode of TalentWise, we’re wrapping up Season 1 with a powerful recap that brings together…

S1E12 S1 Ep 12: No Limits with A.C. Roper

In this episode of TalentWise, we’re joined by Lieutenant General (Ret.) A.C. Roper, former Deputy Commander of U.S. Northern Command, former Birmingham Chief of Police, bestselling author, and now…

S1E11 S1 Ep 11: Strategy Starts with a Vision First with Gray Swoope

S1E10 S1 Ep 10: Inclusivity Is the Key if We Are to Prosper with JW Carpenter

On this episode of TalentWise, we’re diving into one of the most important conversations shaping our future: building a stronger, more inclusive workforce. Joining us is J.W. Carpenter, president of…

S1E9 S1 Ep 9: Creating Pathways to Prosperity through Apprenticeships with Brent Parton

What if we could reimagine the way young people enter the workforce and create a more sustainable pipeline for employers in the process? In this episode of TalentWise, we’re joined by Brent Parton,…

S1E8 S1 Ep 8: A Workforce Without Women Is No Workforce At All with April Benetollo

On this episode of TalentWise, we’re joined by April Benetollo, CEO of Momentum and a leader with three decades of experience driving business growth, building high-performing teams and transforming…

S1E7 S1 Ep 7: Framing the Health of Our Mental Health Infrastructure with Commissioner Boswell

In this episode of TalentWise, we’re diving into a side of workforce development that often gets overlooked—mental health. We've learned from top demographers, researchers and industry leaders about…

S1E6 S1 Ep 6: Sustaining a National Laboratory’s Human Capital with Frank Trigueros

We’ve explored the workforce crisis from every angle—demographics, research, strategy and HR—and this week we’re diving even deeper. On this episode of TalentWise, we’re joined by Frank Trigueros,…

S1E5 S1 Ep 5: Getting the Workforce Tea from Ryan Faught

On this week’s episode of TalentWise, we’re diving deep into the heart of today’s workforce challenges with a special guest, Ryan Faught, senior vice president of people at Milo’s Tea. From shifting…

S1E4 S1 Ep 4: Managing a University Workforce with Janet May

On this week’s episode of TalentWise, we’re diving into the workforce challenges affecting every corner of every industry and why real solutions are needed. Our guest is Janet May, chief human…

S1E3 S1 Ep 3: Changing Workforce, Changing Marketplace with Kim Lear

In this episode of TalentWise, we’re diving even deeper into the workforce conversation with nationally recognized researcher and generational expert Kim Lear, founder of Inlay Insights. Following…

S1E2 S1 Ep 2: Inside the C-Store with Jeff Lenard

In this episode, we welcome Jeff Lenard, vice president of media & strategic communications at the National Association of Convenience Stores, to discuss how the industry is innovating to attract…

S1E1 S1 Ep 1: Behind the Numbers featuring Nyesha C. Black, Ph.D.

Ever wondered why everyone's talking about a looming workforce crisis? Well, we asked ourselves (and the experts) this same question! In our premiere episode, Dr. Nyesha Black from the University of…

Introducing Talentwise

Welcome to TalentWise – a podcast dedicated to identifying and unpacking challenges and solutions related to the workforce. Every other week, we will hear from experts in their field or industry who…