This episode features a message straight from Mike Fazio, host and Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning. Mike discusses the changing landscape of workforce development and dives deep into the recent federal grant freeze and what it means for your organization's future. Drawing from 16 years in the trenches, he cuts through the noise to deliver a clear message: good intentions aren't enough anymore. Your funding, your mission, your impact - it all needs to be measurable and justifiable. Whether you're managing grants, running programs, or leading teams, this episode provides the wake-up call and actionable insights you need to prove your organization's value in today's evolving workforce landscape.

Recorded live at the NAWB 2024 Forum. 

From "Best of 180PODCAST": Join Mike Fazio, Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning, as he speaks with Kendra Moesle, Director of Workforce Development at the Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs (AFOP), about transforming farmworkers' lives through job training and career development. Drawing from her personal connection to farming and experience with AmeriCorps, Moesle discusses AFOP's mission since 1971 to empower farmworkers through the National Farmworker Jobs Program. The conversation highlights common misconceptions about farmworkers' skills, the challenges of migrant life, and the program's success in helping participants transition into sustainable careers like trucking, welding, and healthcare.

In this episode of Follow the Leader, we welcome special guest Dr. Cira Burke, Director of the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program at the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Human Services. Dr. Burke discusses her work helping families in need gain access to services, job training, education, and more to achieve self-sufficiency. She shares insights on poverty and related issues in the U.S. Virgin Islands, the importance of community partnerships, and her passion for her purpose-driven work. Dr. Burke also highlights her involvement with Parenting Inside Out, a program supporting incarcerated parents and their families. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about making a real difference in the community with the dedicated Dr. Cira Burke.

This Follow the Leader Episode features a conversation between Mike Fazio, Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning, and Martin Schwartz, President of Vehicles for Change. Martin discusses his company and the work that they do helping families achieve financial stability through their car donation and reentry internship programs. 

This episode was recorded live at the NAWB 2024 Forum. 

Recorded live at the 2024 NAWB Forum. 

Join Mike Fazio, Co-President of Workforce180 and Metrix Learning, as he speaks with Kendra Moesle, Director of Workforce Development at the Association of Farmworker Opportunity Programs (AFOP), about transforming farmworkers' lives through job training and career development. Drawing from her personal connection to farming and experience with AmeriCorps, Moesle discusses AFOP's mission since 1971 to empower farmworkers through the National Farmworker Jobs Program. The conversation highlights common misconceptions about farmworkers' skills, the challenges of migrant life, and the program's success in helping participants transition into sustainable careers like trucking, welding, and healthcare.

This episode was originally recorded live at the NAWB 2024 Forum. 

Rebecca Evans, Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County, joins Workforce180 CEO Mike Fazio for this Follow the Leader episode. Rebecca reveals her unique educational background and what motivates her. She also discusses the workforce challenges and opportunities in her region. 

This episode was originally recorded at the 2024 NAWB Forum.