Working Together: Collaborating for a Future-Ready Workforce

Welcome to The Working Together Podcast, hosted by one of Oregon’s local workforce development board directors, Ashley Espinoza, and powered by the Oregon Workforce Partnership. Every episode is thoughtfully curated to shine a light on the good work being done across Oregon’s nine regions—from the mountains to the coast—showcasing workforce innovation, economic growth, and the complexities shaping our communities. Stay inspired as we highlight powerful partnerships and transformative initiatives driving Oregon’s future.

E14: Clean Slate, Fresh Start: Transforming Lives After Incarceration 04/29/2025

E13: Collaboration and Innovation in Workforce Development: A Conversation with Jaime Cruz 03/30/2025

E12: From Expert to Coach: Reimagining Workforce Development Services 02/24/2025

E11: Embracing AI and Automation: How the Rogue Workforce Partnership is Transforming Operations 02/24/2025

E10: From Incarceration to Integration: Oregon's Collaborative Approach to Workforce Development 01/10/2025

E09: Redefining Workforce Development: Lessons from the Center for Workforce Excellence International 01/10/2025

E08: Bold Solutions: Everyone Village's Innovative Approach to Homelessness 12/11/2024

E07: Data with Purpose: How Numbers Drive Community Change 12/11/2024

E06: Building Digital Bridges: How Grouptrail is Connecting Oregon's Students to Work 10/28/2024

E05: Collaboration for a Cause: Innovative Approaches to Workforce Development 10/22/2024

E04: Building Community Awareness: The Role of Media in Workforce Development 10/22/2024

E03: The Future of Workforce Development: Insights from NAWB CEO Brad Turner-Little 10/02/2024

E02: Breaking Barriers in Child Care: From Early Learning Hub to Statewide Sector Strategy 10/02/2024

E01: Driving Change: Innovations in Transportation Workforce Development 10/02/2024