Welcome to Talent Magnet- brought to you by Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council, the podcast where we help businesses become talent magnets by focusing on recruitment, training, and retention best practices. Your host is Michele Winn from the Thurston County Chamber's Workforce Division.

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Welcome to Talent Magnet- brought to you by Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council, the podcast where we help businesses become talent magnets by focusing on recruitment, training, and retention best practices. Your host is Michele Winn from the Thurston County Chamber's Workforce Division.
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Recent Episodes

May 8, 2026
E46: Building the Hospitality Talent Pipeline: What Employers Need to Know
<p>In this episode, we are joined by David Faro, Senior Manager of Workforce and Business Development at the National Restaurant Association, to explore how the hospitality industry can become a powerful engine for career growth and long-term workforce stability. David shares his own journey from dishwasher to industry leader and explains why hospitality career pathways are often as unique as the individuals who pursue them. The conversation highlights key workforce development strategies including apprenticeships, inclusive hiring (including neurodiverse talent), digital literacy, and the direct connection between workplace culture and retention. You'll also hear how industry associations and workforce boards can collaborate to build scalable talent pipelines that strengthen both local communities and the hospitality sector nationwide.</p>

May 4, 2026
E45: Building the Workforce of Tomorrow Through Apprenticeship
<p>In this episode of Talent Magnet, we explore how apprenticeship is redefining the path from education to employment—and why it may be one of the most effective solutions to today's workforce challenges. Joined by leaders from AJAC, a nonprofit workforce development organization that partners with employers to deliver paid, on-the-job training and related classroom education, we unpack how this model helps individuals launch meaningful careers without the burden of student debt while giving employers access to reliable, skilled talent. From addressing the growing gap in advanced manufacturing to creating accessible, "earn while you learn" pathways for people at all stages, this conversation highlights a powerful win-win for workers, businesses, and communities alike.</p>

May 1, 2026
E44: The New Talent Strategy: Why Mental Health Support Drives Retention
<p>In this episode of Talent Magnet, we're joined by Dr. Tara Deliberto to explore how forward-thinking businesses are reimagining mental health support as a key driver of retention, engagement, and long-term success. Dr. Deliberto shares her journey to Yuna and offers insight into why traditional benefits often fall short in meeting employees' day-to-day needs. Discover how AI-powered tools are emerging as a scalable, accessible layer of support—helping employees manage stress before it escalates, while giving employers a powerful new way to reduce burnout and strengthen loyalty. We also dive into what responsible implementation looks like, including privacy, ethics, and clinical safeguards, and what businesses should be considering now as AI becomes an increasingly important part of the benefits landscape.</p>
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