Join Our Live Winter Webinar Series: Session 1: Leadership Reimagined is today, December 2, 2025. REGISTER NOW!
Workforce development veteran Derrick Colbert shares over two decades of experience in serving overlooked and under-resourced communities through economic opportunity. As Director of Strategic Partnerships at KRA Corporation, Colbert leads growth initiatives focused on building client relationships and designing programs that support job seekers and meet the evolving needs of employers. With roots in youth outreach and community economic development, Colbert brings a deep understanding of the systemic impact of workforce solutions.
This episode explores KRA’s unique, people-centered approach to workforce programming, including how the organization supports family stability, collaborates with employers, and promotes long-term economic mobility. From fatherhood programs to TANF initiatives in Louisiana, Colbert highlights the transformational power of workforce services when aligned with community needs.
You’ll hear insights on…
Strategic partnerships that drive workforce program growth and impact
KRA’s approach to training underserved populations for economic mobility
Employer engagement through skills-based hiring and program collaboration
The importance of youth-focused and reentry workforce programs
Advice for emerging workforce professionals on upskilling and industry alignment
Tune in on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to hear the full conversation and explore how workforce development can transform individuals, families, and entire communities.
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