WC Podcast
Southern Nevada’s counties of Clark, Nye, Lincoln and Esmeralda are aligning workforce development to their economic development strategies in order to meet the needs of business and industry. Listen to different stakeholders and learn how their efforts are helping cities like Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Henderson and Boulder City remain an attractive place to do business.
Episodes
150 episodes
Season 5- Episode 9: Tami Hance-Lehr
In this episode of the Workforce Connections Podcast, we sit down with Tami Hance-Lehr, State Director and CEO of Communities In Schools of Nevada (CIS)—a woman whose career journey embodies resilience, reinvention, and a deep commitment to the...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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32:53
Season 4 - Episode 8: Amanda Signorelli
In this episode of the Workforce Connections Podcast, we’re joined by Amanda Signorelli, a Las Vegas native and co-owner of Golden Steer Steakhouse. Amanda shares her journey from attending The Meadows School to studying international business ...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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38:33
Season 5- Episode 7: Ashley Espinoza
In this episode, Ashley Espinoza, Executive Director of Lane Workforce Partnership in Eugene, Oregon. Ashley shares her unique career journey, highlighting how she overcame challenges after dropping out of high school to become a first-generati...
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45:52
Season 5- Episode 6: Robert Sainz, Yali Lincroft, and David Charron
In this episode of the Workforce Connections Podcast, we dive into one of Southern Nevada’s most pressing challenges—supporting the 45,000 young adults aged 16-24 who are currently disconnected from school and employment. Our conversation bring...
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50:51
Season 5- Episode 5: Chad and Crystal Hirschi
In this episode, Chad Hirschi, President & CEO, and Crystal Hirschi, Executive VP of Hirschi Companies, join the show to share their journeys. Crystal grew up between Marie and Farmington, Utah, and despite early challenges that delayed her...
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Episode 5
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51:02
Season 5 - Episode 4: Brian Kleven
In this episode, Brian Kleven, Nevada Market Chief Financial Officer for Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican Hospitals and a board member of the Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA), joins the show. Brian shares his journey from growing up ...
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27:59
Season 5- Episode 3: Lesile Mujica
In this episode of the Workforce Connections Podcast, host Jaime Cruz welcomes Leslie Mujica, Executive Director and Chief Marketing Officer for the Southern Nevada International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) and the National Electri...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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25:44
Season 5- Episode 2: Dr. Rex Liu
In this episode, Dr. Rex Liu, owner of Family and Cosmetic Dentistry and a Vegas Chamber Trustee, shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings to becoming a successful dentist, landlord, and community advocate.Dr. Liu grew up in...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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51:19
Season 5- Episode 1: Greg Stechert
In this episode, Workforce Connections welcomes Greg Stechert, Director of Marketing and Business Development at Pacific Utility Installation. Greg shares his journey, starting with his birth in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, where he was born in a ...
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Season 4- Episode 39: Michael Bonner
In this episode, Michael Bonner, Managing Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig's Las Vegas office, shares his journey from growing up in Las Vegas to becoming a respected leader in corporate law. Born and raised in Las Vegas, Michael attended Weste...
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Season 4
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Episode 39
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35:05
Season 4- Episode 38: Joyce Smith
In this episode, Joyce Smith, Senior Vice President in Commercial Banking at MidFirst Bank and Vegas Chamber Board Trustee, shares her journey from growing up in Ely, Nevada, to building a successful banking career. After attending Great Basin ...
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Season 4
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Episode 38
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32:33
Season 4- Episode 37: Jeremy Aguero
In this episode, Jeremy Aguero, a principal analyst at Applied Analysis and a trustee with the Vegas Chamber, joins us. Born and raised in Southern Nevada, Jeremy has been a key figure in shaping the region’s future. He earned his degree from t...
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56:26
Season 4- Episode 36: Grant McCandless
In this episode of the Workforce Connections podcast, special guest host Ricardo Villalobos talks with Grant McCandless, the President & CEO of Social Impact Consultants. Grant’s journey from Texas A&M graduate to research and consultin...
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Episode 36
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36:48
Season 4- Episode 35: Dr. René Cantú
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. René Cantú, who shares his inspiring journey from his birthplace in California to becoming a dedicated advocate for youth success in Nevada. After facing challenges in high school, including being told to d...
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Season 4
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Episode 35
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37:21
Season 4- Episode 34: Michelle Jackson
In this episode of the Workforce Connections Podcast, Michelle Jackson, President and CEO of Junior Achievement (JA) of Southern Nevada, shares her inspiring journey and the transformative work she leads through JA programs. From moving around ...
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Season 4
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Episode 34
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40:21
Season 4- Episode 33: Terry Shirey
In this episode, we sit down with Terry Shirey, President, and CEO of Nevada State Bank, to explore his professional journey, community involvement, and insights on leadership. Terry shares his experience in the banking industry, emphasizing th...
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Season 4
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Episode 33
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27:32
Season 4- Episode 32: Tony Sanchez
In this episode, Tony Sanchez, Executive Vice President of Business Development and External Relations at NV Energy and a Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance (LVGEA) board member, joins us to discuss Nevada's dynamic growth, the importance of su...
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Season 4
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Episode 32
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57:19
Season 4-Episode 31: Larry Singer
In this episode of the WC podcast, Larry Singer, the Senior Managing Director at Newmark and member of the Vegas Chamber Board of Trustees, shares his remarkable journey from the Bronx to the bustling Las Vegas commercial real estate scene. He ...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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28:15
Season 4- Episode 30: Nicole Tanguay
In this episode of the WC Podcast, Nicole Tanguay, CEO of RVIV Wellness, shares her incredible journey from incarceration to becoming a successful therapist and advocate for holistic health. Nicole faced significant struggles and hardships grow...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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28:17
Season 4- Episode 29: Maria Jose Gatti
In this episode, Maria Jose Gatti, Vice President of Philanthropy & Community Engagement - MGM Resorts International, shares her remarkable journey from Ecuador to Las Vegas. Moving to the U.S. at 14, Maria graduated from Clark High School ...
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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42:38
Season 4- Episode 28: Michael Crome
In this episode of the Workforce Connections Podcast, Michael Crome, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Las Vegas Raiders, shares his inspiring journey from his modest upbringing in Columbus, Ohio, to his current role with...
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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54:57
Season 4-Episode 27: Chris Wilcox
This episode welcomes Chris Wilcox, partner and Las Vegas market leader at Eide Bailly LLP. Chris shares his inspiring journey from his education in Utah during the 1980s recession to his success in the Las Vegas accounting industry. Despite ch...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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26:31
Season 4-Episode 26: Ani Nazaryan
In this episode, we welcome Ani Nazaryan, the Chief People Officer for the Siegel Group and Amazing Brands. She shares her inspiring journey from growing up in Armenia to making a life and career in Las Vegas. Ani discusses how her upbringing, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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34:44
Season 4- Episode 25: Dr. Brenda Larsen-Mitchell
Dr. Brenda Martin-Mitchell, interim superintendent of the Clark County School District (CCSD) and a new member of the Workforce Connections Board, shares her journey from growing up in Iowa to leading one of the nation’s largest school district...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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32:52
Season 4-Episode 24: Major General Ondra Berry
Major General Ondra Berry, Adjutant General for the Nevada National Guard and Vegas Chamber Trustee, joins the show to share his inspiring life story. He grew up in Evansville, Indiana, and East St. Louis, Illinois, and his experience of travel...
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