Work Talk is a podcast about happenings in the region’s businesses. Businesses that participate in the podcast have the opportunity to tell their story; who are they, what do they do and what do they need to be competitive? Job seekers, through listening to the podcast, have the opportunity to learn about business needs and expectations and how they might prepare to go to work for a particular business and/or in a particular industry. We recognize that the more we understand about what businesses want/need, the more likely we are to meet that need.

E27: Preparing the IT Talent Pipeline

This episode features another episode with 1901 Group and their recent expansion in Virginia. Discover how 1901 Group is recruiting candidates and preparing the talent pipeline, and why the IT […]

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Community Awareness Podcast 2: The SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program

In this special community awareness podcast designed to provide crucial information during the COVID-19 pandemic, you’ll learn about the Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program. Discover eligibility requirements, […]

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Community Awareness Podcast 1: How To File Unemployment Insurance During the COVID-19 Pandemic

In this special community awareness podcast, you’ll discover how to file unemployment insurance when offices are closed. You’ll learn how to determine if you are eligible for unemployment insurance, what’s […]

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E26: Wytheville Community College- A Powerful Workforce Partner

In this episode, you’ll learn about the Wytheville Community College, and the various programs that are available to help students start a meaningful career in a high demand occupation. Discover […]

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E25: Supporting and Strengthening Manufacturers in the Region

This episode features an interview with Lennie Gail Mitcham, Executive Director of SVAM, The Southwest Virginia Alliance for Manufacturing. You’ll discover how SVAM supports and strengthens manufacturers in the region, […]

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E24: Spotlight on Business Services

In this episode you’ll hear from 2 members of the team at the New River/Mount Rogers Workforce Development Board as they discuss the business services provided in the region. Discover […]

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E23: Prior Learning Assessment Part 2- PLA in Action

In this episode, we continue to discuss the topic of credit for prior learning and prior learning assessments. The previous episode discussed the overall concept of prior learning assessment (PLA) […]

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E22: Prior Learning Assessment- An Important Tool for Talent Development

In this episode, you’ll learn about Prior Learning Assessment (PLA), and its importance for education and the workforce system. Discover the work that is being done in the region when […]

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E21: Virginia Tech Office of Economic Development- Furthering Economic Growth and Prosperity in Virginia

In this episode, you’ll learn about Virginia Tech’s Office of Economic Development, the work that they are doing to support economic development in Virginia, and the history of their partnership […]

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E20: Recruitment and Retention in the IT Sector

In this episode you’ll hear from Brendan Walsh from the 1901 Group, as he discusses the work that his organization does delivering innovative IT solutions. He also reveals what they […]

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