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Workforce systems across the country are facing unprecedented labor shortages, evolving economic challenges, and urgent demands for talent development. In this episode, Walter Simmons, President and CEO of Employ Prince George’s, shares a strategic approach to building workforce systems that deliver measurable impact. As the 2023 Workforce Professional of the Year, Walter outlines how Prince George’s County transformed its workforce model through innovation, collaboration, and advocacy.
Learn how a collective impact model, braided funding strategies, and data-informed decision-making are redefining what’s possible in workforce development. This episode offers a playbook for professionals seeking to future-proof their systems and strengthen partnerships that drive economic mobility.
You’ll hear insights on…
The power of collective impact and how to operationalize it in workforce ecosystems
Strategies for building sustainable funding through braided financial models
The urgent need for incumbent worker training to address talent shortages
Why simplifying career pathways creates alignment across education and industry
How to measure true workforce impact beyond performance metrics
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