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38 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago -The official podcast of CareerSource Tampa Bay, committed to advancing Florida's workplace and economy. To learn more, visit www.careersourcetampabay.com
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E36: From Military Service to Civilian Success: Resources for Veterans
October 03, 2023 21:02 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MBThis episode features a follow-up conversation with William (Bill) Farnand, Veteran Program Manager for CareerSource Tampa Bay. Discover the accomplishments and services provided by CareerSource Tampa Bay to help veterans transition to civilian employment. Bill discusses the challenges veterans face and provides an overview of the resources available such as assistance with resume writing and mock interviews. He also shares success stories of veterans who have been placed into new careers. F...
E35: The Career Pathways Portal
February 24, 2023 20:09 - 16 minutes - 38.3 MBDr. Byron Clayton, Senior Vice President and Chief of Sector Partnerships for CareerSource Tampa Bay, returns to the program to discuss the Career Pathways Portal. Dr. Clayton reveals details about the portal and how it helps individuals explore career options and pathways for high-demand sectors in Hillsborough County. You'll also hear about how the portal helps job seekers navigate top career sectors and tracks to view information and videos about specific occupations.
E34: The 2023 Summer Hires Program
January 20, 2023 16:49 - 8 minutes - 5.87 MBLeondra Foster, Tampa Bay Hires Program Director, returns to the program and provides an overview of the Summer Hires Program, and reveals details about this year's program. Discover how to connect and sign up for the 2023 Summer Hires Program. For more information, visit www.TampaBayHires.com
E33: The Career Clarity Pod- Part 2
January 19, 2023 20:23 - 13 minutes - 31.4 MBTune in for part two of a conversation about the Career Clarity Pod. Discover how a virtual reality (VR) tool will provide career seekers with hands-on simulations showcasing different career paths and allow them to understand their career options through an interactive experience.
E32: The Career Clarity Pod- Part 1
January 19, 2023 20:19In this episode, you'll learn about CareerSource Tampa Bay's new Career Clarity Pod and how it will allow individuals to explore different careers, identify the career path they want to take, help them increase their marketability, and connect them to employers.
E31: An Update on the ACE Program
September 27, 2022 15:55 - 13 minutes - 31.1 MBIn this follow up episode, Saleema Bennett, Director of Programs for CareerSource Tampa Bay, joins the program to discuss exciting updates about the ACE program. Saleema discusses the expansion of age requirements for the program and the various career tracks available.
E30: An Overview of the ACE Program
September 27, 2022 15:48 - 11 minutes - 26.3 MBIn this episode, Saleema Bennett, Director of Programs for CareerSource Tampa Bay, joins the program to discuss the details of the ACE (Apprenticeship-to-Career Empowerment) program. You'll learn about the impact of the ACE program so far, and how the program helps young people earn while they learn and start a new career.
E29: The Summer Hires Program
September 08, 2022 18:21 - 10 minutes - 24.6 MBThis episode features an interview with Leondra Foster, Tampa Bay Hires Program Coordinator, as she provides an overview of the Summer Hires Program, and reveals details about this year's program. Discover how to connect and sign up for the 2023 Summer Hires Program. For more information, visit www.TampaBayHires.com
E28: The Get There Faster Grant- Supporting Spouses of Veterans
September 08, 2022 18:16 - 11 minutes - 27.2 MBIn this episode, you'll hear from Doug Earle, Veteran and Military Family Representative and Business Development Manager for CareerSource Tampa Bay as he discusses the Get There Faster Grant, which helps spouses of veterans. For more information, visit https://careersourcetampabay.com/veteran-services/
E27: Veteran Success Stories
September 08, 2022 18:12 - 24 minutes - 55.3 MBIn this episode, you'll hear from Doug Earle, Veteran and Military Family Representative and Business Development Manager for CareerSource Tampa Bay. Doug shares some of his favorite success stories of helping veterans. For more information about veteran services, visit: https://careersourcetampabay.com/veteran-services/
E26: Aircraft Maintenance Tech Certification Program
May 03, 2022 16:08 - 12 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this episode, you'll hear details about the aircraft maintenance tech certification program, and how it provides an evolutionary pathway for veterans and transitioning service members towards a rewarding career as an aviation maintenance technician.
E25: The "Get There Faster" Grant
May 03, 2022 16:06 - 9 minutes - 21.1 MBIn this episode, you'll hear details about the "Get There Faster" grant, which helps veterans, transitioning military members and veteran spouses to gain access to high demand positions in the aviation and IT sectors of the workforce.
E24: Helping Veteran Spouses Transition
May 03, 2022 16:00 - 9 minutes - 22.4 MBIn this episode, you'll learn about the services that are available through CareerSource Tampa Bay for veteran spouses.
E23: Reflections on Workforce Developments in 2022
March 28, 2022 16:00 - 14 minutes - 32.8 MBJohn Flanagan, CEO of CareerSource Tampa Bay, joins the program to share reflections and thoughts from Q1 of 2022, and discuss how CareerSource Tampa Bay is meeting the current workforce challenges.
E22: Developing a Culinary Apprenticeship in Tampa Bay
January 17, 2022 17:00 - 19 minutes - 45.3 MBChef Jeff Henderson, award-winning chef, New York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur and television personality, joins the program to discuss his own background and how he came to his current work. Chef Jeff reveals the importance of creating opportunities in workforce, the important of having a reentry program, and the work that he is doing to help create a culinary apprenticeship in Tampa Bay.
E21: An Ecosystem Approach to Economic and Workforce Development- Part 2
January 02, 2022 16:08 - 17 minutes - 8.34 MBTune in to this 2-part episode with CareerSource Tampa Bay's Chief Impact Officer, Michelle Zieziula, as she discusses what CSTB is doing to improve the job market by developing ecosystems.
E20: An Ecosystem Approach to Economic and Workforce Development- Part 1
January 02, 2022 15:57 - 11 minutes - 5.22 MBTune in to this 2-part episode with CareerSource Tampa Bay's Chief Impact Officer, Michelle Zieziula, as she discusses what CSTB is doing to improve the job market by developing ecosystems.
E19: A Conversation with Thaddeus Bullard, aka WWE Superstar Titus O'Neil
October 04, 2021 14:19 - 16 minutes - 13.4 MBThis episode features an interview with Thaddeus Bullard, aka WWE Superstar Titus O'Neil, as he discusses his partnership with CareerSource Tampa Bay, his own career journey, and why he is passionate about helping youth find employment and overcome life and career obstacles.
E18: Meet Byron Clayton, Chief of Community and Talent Development
August 30, 2021 14:07 - 14 minutes - 17 MBIn this episode, you'll meet Byron Clayton, as he discusses his role with CareerSource Tampa Bay, and how he is helping to develop a worker talent pipeline in the region. Discover the resources that are available to support both businesses and job seekers.
E17: Workforce Challenges and Opportunities- with CareerSource Tampa Bay CEO John Flanagan
July 30, 2021 17:26 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBJohn Flanagan, CEO of CareerSource Tampa Bay, joins the program to discuss the workforce trends and challenges that businesses are facing in 2021, and reveals how CareerSource Tampa Bay is rising to the challenge to continue to connect talent to opportunity.
E16: An Overview of Veterans Services
March 22, 2021 16:19 - 15 minutes - 34.9 MBBill Farnand, Jobs and Benefits Supervisor, Veterans Programs at CareerSource Tampa Bay, joins the program to discuss the range of services that are available for veterans, transitioning military members, and their family members.
E15: Summer Job Connection 2021
March 01, 2021 06:00 - 18 minutes - 22 MBThe CareerSource Tampa Bay Summer Youth Employment Program, branded Summer Job Connection (SJC) provides a unique opportunity for career exploration to youth in Hillsborough County. In this episode, you'll hear about how the SJC program introduces youth to the world of work and exposed them to new experiences, ideas, and potential career paths for the future through paid work experience positions in in-demand occupations or targeted industries.
E14: A Look Back at 2020 and Look Forward for 2021
January 27, 2021 17:00 - 10 minutes - 6.92 MBJohn Flanagan, CEO of CareerSource Tampa Bay, takes a look back at the efforts that were made in 2020 to meet the challenges of the pandemic, and reveals some of the exciting events and efforts that are underway for 2021 to connect talent to opportunity. To learn more, visit https://www.careersourcetampabay.com/
E13: The Importance of Manufacturing- Part 2- With Kevin Carr, CEO, Florida Makes
October 20, 2020 19:34 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBJohn Flanagan, CEO of CareerSource Tampa Bay is joined by Kevin Carr, CEO, Florida Makes as they discuss the importance of manufacturing for the regional economy. Discover some of the exciting events happening in Tampa Bay in celebration of Manufacturing Month, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the manufacturing industry in Tampa Bay.
E12: The Importance of Manufacturing- with Benjamin Pratt of Mosaic
October 15, 2020 13:47 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBIn this episode you'll hear from CareerSource Tampa Bay CEO John Flanagan and Benjamin Pratt, Senior Vice President of Government and Public Affairs at Mosaic, as they discuss the importance of manufacturing for the region. Discover some of the exciting events happening during Manufacturing Month, as well as the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the manufacturing industry.
E11: Update on Business Services Available During COVID-19
August 27, 2020 14:20 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBDan Schneckenburger the Business Services Director for CareerSource Tampa Bay, joins the program to provide an update on available services for businesses and job seekers. Discover a new virtual platform, a new partnership with the Hillsborough County Public Libraries, learn details about the Information Technology Consortium, and more.
E11: Update on Services Available During COVID-19
August 27, 2020 14:20 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBDan Schneckenburger the Business Services Director for CareerSource Tampa Bay, joins the program to provide an update on available services for businesses and job seekers. Discover a new virtual platform, a new partnership with the Hillsborough County Public Libraries, learn details about the Information Technology Consortium, and more.
E10: The Cares Act Rapid Response Recovery Program
July 30, 2020 14:56 - 11 minutes - 8.27 MBDoug Tobin, Director of Public Relations/Marketing for CareerSource Tampa Bay, joins the program to discuss the Cares Act Rapid Response Recovery Program. Discover the help that is available for job seekers and businesses, how to know if you qualify, and how to learn more.
E09: Beyond Unemployment Benefits
May 04, 2020 20:28 - 14 minutes - 11.9 MBIn this episode, you'll discover other benefits that you may be eligible for beyond unemployment benefits, including the SNAP program and cash assistance. You'll also hear about opportunities for training and educational assistance.
E08: Customer Service During COVID-19
April 16, 2020 15:06 - 13 minutes - 9.88 MBJohn Flanagan, CEO of CareerSource Tampa Bay and Judy Dorcy, Chief Operating Officer with CSTB, join the program to discuss customer service during COVID-19. Discover how to access services, the most common questions that are being asked, and a new mobile app to help you apply for unemployment. To learn more about the mobile app, visit www.FloridaJobs.org/RAApplication
E07: Job Fairs
April 16, 2020 14:59 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBIn this episode, you'll hear about the job fairs that CareerSource Tampa Bay provides for job seekers, and the various industries represented. **Note- this episode was recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.
E06: How to File Unemployment or Reemployment Benefits in Florida
April 13, 2020 20:32 - 13 minutes - 14.8 MBThis episode features a conversation between Hillsborough County Commissioner Sandra Murman and CareerSource Tampa Bay CEO John Flanagan, talking about how citizens can get help filing unemployment or reemployment benefits in Florida.
E05: COVID-19 Updates/Press Conference
April 02, 2020 18:01 - 12 minutes - 8.15 MBThis episode features updates from a press conference held on March 24th, 2020, and addresses how CareerSource Tampa Bay is continuing to serve job seekers and employers during the COVID-19 pandemic. You'll hear from John Flanagan, CEO of CareerSource Tampa Bay as he shares his thoughts on the current situation.
E05: COVID-19 Updates
April 02, 2020 18:01 - 12 minutes - 8.15 MBThis episode features updates from a press conference held on March 24th, 2020, and addresses how CareerSource Tampa Bay is continuing to serve job seekers and employers during the COVID-19 pandemic. You'll hear from John Flanagan, CEO of CareerSource Tampa Bay as he shares his thoughts on the current situation.
E04: Summer Job Connection 2020
March 26, 2020 16:46 - 13 minutes - 13.2 MBIn this episode, you'll learn about CareerSource Tampa Bay’s summer youth employment program and Summer Job Connection program that provides a part-time paid work experience to youth, ages 16 to 24 that meet eligibility requirements. Discover the key partners and benefits for youth and employers.
E03: Vision 2020 Business and Education Summit
January 27, 2020 15:27 - 16 minutes - 12.4 MBCareerSource Tampa Bay's Business and Education Summit Conferences have been recognized for their diversity and are key to the collaboration of business and education. In this episode, you'll discover the details about this year's exclusive 1-day conference, and why you should attend. You'll also learn about available sponsorship opportunities.
E02: Business Services- An Overview
December 10, 2019 14:28 - 15 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode you'll discover the various business services offered by CareerSource Tampa Bay to employers in the region. Discover how to access free services including assistance with recruiting candidates, to job fairs and training.
E01: Welcome to CareerSource Tampa Bay
December 10, 2019 14:22 - 9 minutes - 8.4 MBIn this episode, you'll hear from CareerSource Tampa Bay CEO John Flanagan as he discusses new initiatives as well as challenges and opportunities in the region. Discover what is being done to develop the talent pipeline in the Tampa Bay area.