Behind Every Employer

Behind Every Employer S4 E1: Paying It Forward to Empower the Frontline Lifeblood of the Business - A Workplace Collaboration “Too Good to be True!”

In this episode, leaders from Old Dominion Group (ODG), a specialty services construction contractor, and Chesterfield County Public Schools team up to share how they built a powerful partnership to support ODG’s growing workforce. From financial literacy to English language and digital skills development, they break down what it takes to create programs that truly make an impact. The conversation highlights the importance of starting small, prioritizing the right instructor fit, and building a deeply collaborative relationship, one that amplifies ODG’s true superpower: its culture and unwavering commitment to its people.

Behind Every Employer S3 E6: From 3D Design to Welding: Building the Future Workforce with SkillsUSA

In this episode, Anson and Jeff sit down with Chelle Travis, executive director of SkillsUSA—the nation’s premier workforce development organization for students. Celebrating its 60th anniversary, SkillsUSA continues to bridge the gap between education and industry, empowering over 440,000 student and instructor members nationwide. Chelle shares insights on the organization’s record-setting growth, its role in shaping future-ready professionals, and how SkillsUSA remains the number one catalyst in student workforce development for high school and postsecondary learners alike.

Behind Every Employer S3 E5: Strengthening the Nursing Workforce: Employer–Education Solutions from Texas

In this episode of Behind Every Employer, Anson Green and Jeffrey Abramowitz spotlight innovative approaches to building and sustaining the nursing workforce. Hear how Texas employers and educators are collaborating to train, support, and advance nurses to meet today’s critical healthcare demands through a partnership with the Trellis Foundation and UpSkill America.

Behind Every Employer S3 E4: Driving Digital Transformation: A Journey from One School to Six Million Students

Anson and Jeff sit down with Dr. Kiesha King, a passionate advocate for digital equity and ethical technology practices in education. As T-Mobile’s Senior National Education Administrator, Dr. King leads Project 10Million, a groundbreaking $10.7 billion initiative aimed at closing the digital divide for students across the country. With more than two decades of experience engaging and transforming the education landscape, Dr. King shares her powerful perspective on digital transformation. Her work spans nonprofits, juvenile justice, public schools, colleges, and the business community—bringing access, relevance, and dignity to the communities and individuals she serves. She’s also a five-time Forbes contributor with a global readership of over 3 million, known for addressing the big questions at the intersection of education, technology, and workforce readiness.

Behind Every Employer S3 E3: The Complete Package: What it really means to be a “Fair Chance” employer

If you really want to understand how to be a “Fair Chance” employer, then listen to this episode of the Behind Every Employer Podcast with our guest Jacqueline Cooley. Passionate about empowering individuals, Jacqueline champions personal and professional growth through mentorship and innovative coaching. At JBM Packaging, a leader in sustainable packaging, Jacqueline plays a pivotal role in enhancing employee satisfaction and career development while fostering a culture of inclusivity and accountability. Her commitment to second chance hiring stems from personal experiences, inspiring her to create opportunities for individuals overcoming barriers to employment. This is a must watch episode as Jeff & Anson show you what should be happening “behind every employer”.