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1. E24: A Movement, Not a Moment: Advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Philadelphia

   Jun 17, 2021 · 21 min

   Sheila Boornazian, Vice President of Human Resources and Administration at Philadelphia Works and Uva Coles, Founder and CEO of Inclusiva, join the program to discuss the exciting efforts that have been underway around advancing diversity, equity and inclusion at Philadelphia Works. Discover the differences between diversity, equity and inclusion, the biggest challenges and opportunities in DE&I w

2. E23: 14th Annual Neighborhood Job Fair

   May 27, 2021 · 18 min

   Michael Robinson, Director, Community Outreach & Hiring for Temple University Lenfest North Philadelphia Workforce Initiative, joins the program to discuss the details of their 14th Annual Neighborhood Job Fair, which takes place on Friday, June 11th. He also discusses his organization's partnership with Philadelphia Works.  About the job fair: Adult job seekers, recent college grads, and U.S. m

3. E22: Apprenticeships Still Work

   Feb 23, 2021 · 13 min

   Maria del Mar Cabiya, the new Director of Apprenticeship Strategies, discusses who she is, how Apprenticeship PHL is addressing apprenticeships during COVID-19, and the effects of the skills gap and upskilling on workforce. Learn why apprenticeships work and how they are adapting and expanding in and around Philadelphia even as the city navigates unemployment concerns during a pandemic. Maria shar

4. Today's Rosie: E07: The Rewards of Being a Woman and a Union Glazier

   Oct 28, 2020 · 18 min

   Tureka (Tee) Dixon is a journey-level glazier (that's someone who installs glass) with Local 252 in Philadelphia.  She got into the trades because of the pay and benefits and stayed for the satisfaction of the work.  Her kids are proud of their Mom. Tee received her Associates Degree and BA in Construction Management through her apprenticeship program at the Finishing Trades Institute where she wa

5. Today's Rosie: E06: The Rewards of Being a Woman and a Union Plumber

   Oct 18, 2020 · 20 min

   In this episode of Today's Rosie we hear from Kelly Ireland, a 4th generation commercial plumber with Local 690 in Philadelphia. Kelly shares her path to becoming a plumber and what she loves about her work. She describes how she has overcome challenges and found advantages to being a woman in the trades. Kelly offers advice that women should look to unions to earn equal pay, find mentors and con

6. Today's Rosie: E05: SEPTA Tradeswomen Speak

   Oct 14, 2020 · 22 min

   In this episode of Today's Rosie we hear from two different generations of tradeswomen who work for SEPTA, Philadelphia's regional transit agency.  Melody Wells has been at SEPTA for over 25 years and is now a 2nd class mechanic.  Margaret Cobb has been at SEPTA for only 3 years and is now a 2nd class construction equipment operator. They talk about being mothers, Black tradeswomen, what has chang

7. Today's Rosie: E04: Mom is a Tradeswoman

   Oct 12, 2020 · 13 min

   In this episode of Today's Rosie we hear from Gwen Gibson and her two teenage sons about growing up in a family where Mom is a tradeswoman.  Gwen works as a 1st Class Rail Vehicle Equipment Maintainer for SEPTA, the Southeast Pennsylvania Transit Authority.

8. Today's Rosie: E03: Women Welders are Artists and Tradeswomen

   Oct 10, 2020 · 24 min

   In this episode of Today's Rosie we hear from two welders who have very different jobs, but both see themselves as artists and tradeswomen.  Jennell Thomas is a track maintainer and self-employed 4th generation welder.  Sam Toggas is a welding fabricator who first trained as an artist.

9. Today's Rosie: E02: Getting Real about Being the "Only" Woman, and the "Only" Black Woman on the Job

   Oct 3, 2020 · 35 min

   In this episode of Today's Rosie we hear from Reverend Elaine McGuire, a Journey level Electrician with IBEW Local 98.  She has over 20 years of experience, often being both the only woman and only Black woman on construction sites in the Philadelphia region.  She tells us what she loves about her trade, how she got started and some of the challenges when you are an "only" on a job site and in the

10. Today's Rosie: E01: Welcome to the Women in Nontraditional Careers (WINC) Project

    Oct 1, 2020 · 11 min

    In this kick-off episode of Today's Rosie we discuss the origins of the Women in Nontraditional Careers (WINC) project in the Philadelphia region and what the benefits are for women who pursue these careers.  Nicole Fuller is a founding member of Women in Nontraditional Careers and will discuss why this work is her passion. Nicole started her career as a tradeswoman and is a long-time advocate for

11. E21: Meet Your Goals from Where You Are: Virtual Resources for Career Seekers

    Sep 16, 2020 · 16 min

    As Philadelphia residents and businesses continue to navigate Pennsylvania's reopening plans and make informed decisions about their futures, Philadelphia Works is diligently striving everyday to meet career seekers and businesses at their point of need. In this episode of Real Talk about Real Trends in Workforce, Doug Foresta is joined by Kataney Couamin, Manager of Integrated Systems at Philade

12. E20: Welcome to the Women in Nontraditional Careers (WINC) Project

    Jul 24, 2020 · 11 min

    In this episode of Real Talk about Real Trends in Workforce our guests will introduce Today's Rosie, a new podcast that will discuss the origins of the Women in Nontraditional Careers (WINC) project in the Philadelphia region and what the benefits are for women who pursue these careers.  Nicole Fuller is a founding member of Women in Nontraditional Careers and will discuss why this work is her pas

13. E19: Getting Back to Work: How to Help Your Staff Feel Safe, Supported and Sane

    May 18, 2020 · 15 min

    As the COVID-19 rate of infection slows and Pennsylvania plans to reopen, employers who were fortunate enough to transition their staff to remote work, are preparing for employees to return to the office.  In this episode of Real Talk about Real Trends in Workforce, Sheila Boornazian, VP of Human Resources and Administration at Philadelphia Works, discusses the role HR plays in economic recovery.

14. E18: Now Convening! Philadelphia Works Launches New Hospitality and Entertainment Industry Partnership

    Apr 8, 2020 · 14 min

    Ellen Metro, the business engagement representative for hospitality & entertainment at Philadelphia Works, joins the program to discuss the benefits of joining an Industry Partnership (IP). Industry Partnerships connect employers, workers, and job training providers from a single industry to collaborate on improving the industry's competitiveness and to address common workforce challenges.   The

15. E17: A Transparent Conversation About Philadelphia's Workforce and COVID-19

    Apr 1, 2020 · 16 min

    H. Patrick Clancy, President & CEO at Philadelphia Works joins the program to have a transparent conversation about how COVID-19 is impacting the local workforce in Philadelphia. He discusses the importance of access to technology for all, business mobility, and how to move the workforce and local economy forward post COVID-19.   Clancy also explains how Philadelphia Works has partnered with loca

16. E16: Pay-for-Success Helps Employers Find, Train, and Retain Employees

    Feb 19, 2020 · 12 min

    Philadelphia Works, the City's workforce development board, Comcast, one of the region's largest employers, and the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia have partnered to pilot an innovative funding model called Pay-for-Success. Pay-for-Success aims to train Philadelphia residents for meaningful careers that pay a family-sustaining wage and correspondingly develops a viable talent pipeline for emp

17. E15: When Large Employers Close Their Doors: Philadelphia Works' Response to the Hahnemann University Hospital & Philadelphia Energy Solutions Layoffs

    Dec 17, 2019 · 19 min

    Patrick Clancy, President & CEO at Philadelphia Works joins the program to discuss how the workforce development board utilized rapid response resources to mitigate the impact on thousands of workers and their families who were affected by the closing of both Hahnemann University Hospital and Philadelphia Energy Solutions (PES) this past summer.   Patrick explains the services and resources that

18. E14: Apprenticeship and Pre-apprenticeship – A Win/Win Workforce Solution

    Dec 17, 2019 · 24 min

    Mark Genua, apprenticeship program director for Philadelphia Works, joins the program to define apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship and discusses the benefits to both employers  and career  seekers. Learn about key resources coming from the Philadelphia region and the many ways that Philadelphia Works help employers build customizable, unique apprenticeship programs.   Resource Links:   Appr

19. E13: Southeastern Pennsylvania Manufacturing Alliance (SEPMA) - Setting the Standard for Industry Partnerships

    Sep 6, 2019 · 17 min

    Barbara Allen, Consultant for Philadelphia Works, joins the program to discuss what industry partnerships are, and how they benefit businesses and the local economy. Discover the history behind the Southeastern Pennsylvania Manufacturing Alliance (SEPMA) and the advanced manufacturing industry partnership. Barbara reveals how the workforce system has evolved to meet the changing needs of business

20. E12: Summer Investments - Making Summer Count with Youth and Young Adult Opportunities

    Jun 24, 2019 · 15 min

    Kimberly McCaffrey, Manager of Youth System for Philadelphia Works, Inc. joins the program to discuss how the organization connects young people to summer employment opportunities. She details WorkReady® Philadelphia and provides tips and tricks to help navigate the workforce system's summer resources that support the City's youth population.   Podcast Resource Links: Get Connected to WorkReady