Welcome to Ventura County Works, the official podcast of the Ventura County Workforce Development Board, dedicated to bringing people and opportunities together.
E51: Making Ventura County Work: Connecting People to Careers, Training, and Support
In this episode, we explore how Ventura County Works helps residents take the next step toward meaningful employment with support that goes well beyond a job search. From personalized career guidance and training to assistance with transportation and childcare, discover the services available at no cost to eligible participants and how they help remove barriers to lasting success. Whether you're returning to work, changing careers, or unsure where to begin, you don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out.
7 Jun 2026
E50: Trailblazing Workforce Innovation: Building Systems That Work
In this episode of Ventura County Works, leaders from the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County reflect on receiving the 2026 WIOA Trailblazer Award at the NAWB Forum and explore what it takes to build a high-performing workforce system. The conversation highlights the power of strategic planning, employer engagement, community partnerships, and human-centered design in helping job seekers and businesses thrive. Listeners will discover how workforce boards can serve as critical connectors between education, industry, and economic opportunity, while also addressing challenges like talent shortages, leadership development, housing, childcare, and the future impact of AI on the workforce.
10 Apr 2026
E49: Industry Spotlight: Workforce Needs in Advanced Manufacturing
Tune in to explore how advanced manufacturing is evolving into one of the most dynamic and opportunity-rich industries in Ventura County. In this episode of Ventura County Works, host and Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board of Ventura County, Rebecca Evans, sits down with Sarah Christopher Falk of Scientific Cutting Tools, Inc. to break down what modern manufacturing really looks like today—driven by technology, precision, and highly skilled talent. Together, they unpack the workforce challenges employers are facing, the in-demand skills shaping the future, and how partnerships between industry, education, and workforce organizations can help close the gap. Whether you're a job seeker curious about careers in manufacturing or an employer looking to strengthen your team, this conversation offers practical insights and a fresh perspective on an industry that continues to power innovation and economic growth.
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