About this podcast
Welcome to The Working Together Podcast, hosted by one of Oregon's local workforce development board directors, Ashley Espinoza, and powered by the Oregon Workforce Partnership. Every episode is thoughtfully curated to shine a light on the good work being done across Oregon's nine regions—from the mountains to the coast—showcasing workforce innovation, economic growth, and the complexities shaping our communities.
Stay inspired as we highlight powerful partnerships and transformative initiatives driving Oregon's future.
Episodes
- E16: Reflecting on a Career of Service: A Conversation with Andrew McGough · 45 minIn this episode of the Working 2gether podcast, discover a thoughtful conversation with Andrew McGough, longtime workforce development leader and Executive Director of…
- E15: From Community Roots to State Leadership: A Conversation with Oregon State Rep. Daniel Nguyen · 25 minIn this episode of Working Together, we sit down with Oregon State Representative Daniel Nguyen to explore his journey from the child of refugees and small business owner to a…
- E14: Clean Slate, Fresh Start: Transforming Lives After Incarceration · 24 minDiscover how innovative expungement programs are transforming lives and strengthening communities in this episode of Working Together. You'll learn how Clean Slate Clackamas is…
- E13: Collaboration and Innovation in Workforce Development: A Conversation with Jaime Cruz · 22 minIn this episode, we sit down with Jaime Cruz, Executive Director of Workforce Connections, Southern Nevada's Local Workforce Development Board. Jaime shares his insights on the…
- E12: From Expert to Coach: Reimagining Workforce Development Services · 26 minTune in for a conversation with Tiffany Grimes, founder of Empower Coaching and Training, as she discusses bringing coaching methodologies to workforce development. Tiffany, with…
- E11: Embracing AI and Automation: How the Rogue Workforce Partnership is Transforming Operations · 23 minIn this episode, we are joined by Heather Stafford, the CEO and President of the Rogue Workforce Partnership. Heather shares her unique perspective, having come from a background…
- E10: From Incarceration to Integration: Oregon's Collaborative Approach to Workforce Development · 18 minIn this conversation, we explore an innovative partnership between the Oregon Department of Corrections, the Oregon Employment Department, and the Oregon Workforce Partnership…
- E09: Redefining Workforce Development: Lessons from the Center for Workforce Excellence International · 31 minIn this episode, host Ashley Espinoza interviews Walter Simmons, the founding CEO of Employ Prince George's and Principal Consultant of the Center for Workforce Excellence…
- E08: Bold Solutions: Everyone Village's Innovative Approach to Homelessness · 27 minIn this episode we are joined by Pastor Gabe, founder of Everyone Village, an innovative emergency shelter in Eugene, Oregon, who shares his remarkable journey from professional…
- E07: Data with Purpose: How Numbers Drive Community Change · 26 minJoin us for a conversation with Dr. Christopher Laney, Vice President of Government Affairs and Partnerships at Lightcast. Dr. Laney reveals how data shapes workforce development…
- E06: Building Digital Bridges: How Grouptrail is Connecting Oregon's Students to Work · 18 minIn this episode of Working Together, host Ashley Espinoza sits down with Justin Yuen, Founder and CEO of Grouptrail, to discuss how technology is helping connect students with…
- E05: Collaboration for a Cause: Innovative Approaches to Workforce Development · 25 minTune in for a conversation with Tamar Jackson, Senior Community Engagement Director with WorkForce Central in Washington state, about authentic leadership in workforce…
- E04: Building Community Awareness: The Role of Media in Workforce Development · 20 minThis episode features a conversation with Jennifer Richardson, owner of Richardson Media as she discusses storytelling and media engagement in promoting workforce development…
- E03: The Future of Workforce Development: Insights from NAWB CEO Brad Turner-Little · 33 minTune in as Working Together podcast host Ashley Espinoza sits down with Brad Turner-Little, President and CEO of the National Association of Workforce Boards (NAWB). Brad…
- E02: Breaking Barriers in Child Care: From Early Learning Hub to Statewide Sector Strategy · 17 minIn this episode, we explore Oregon's approach to the childcare crisis. Host Ashley Espinoza interviews Holly Mar-Conte, Child Care Sector Strategist, about efforts to apply…
- E01: Driving Change: Innovations in Transportation Workforce Development · 24 minThis episode features a conversation with Andy Owens, CEO of A&M Transport. Andy discusses the importance of sector partnerships in the transportation industry, focusing on how…
