PATHIRED

In this episode of PATHIRE D, Daisy Saulls sits down with Murshed Chowdhury , founder of Tech Duels , a live, coached debate platform transforming how students, professionals, and veterans communicate in today’s tech-driven world. Murshed shares his journey from New York’s dot-com era to agency recruiting and the experiences that revealed a universal challenge: talented people struggling not with...

On this episode of PATHIRED , Daisy Saulls sits down with Dr. Michael Grubbs , Director of Career, Technical, and Adult Education at Loudoun County Public Schools , and Neil Wilford , Training Director at the Baltimore Electrical JATC . Together, they unpack how schools and apprenticeship programs partner to co-design training, share costs, and measure ROI in real terms, like wages earned and care...

In the newest episode of PATHIRED , Brittany Mazin , Sr. Manager of Public Policy and Community Engagement, and Matt Baker , Principle Construction Manager from Vantage Data Centers, the presenting sponsor of National Workforce Development Day , discuss how Vantage is investing in workforce development.  From scholarships and mentorships to trade partnerships and community ambassador programs, Bri...

In this episode of the PATHIRED Podcast, I sit down with Nabeel Mahmood , technology leader and co-founder of Nomad Futurist , a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring the next generation of digital infrastructure professionals. Nabeel shares his journey from cybersecurity to co-founding a global movement, the personal story that shaped his purpose, and the urgent need to unify voices around workforce d...

Today’s guest is someone who has dedicated his career to breaking down barriers and creating pathways for historically underrepresented communities. Alberto Marino is the Senior Sourcing Officer at the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, where he has led groundbreaking initiatives to increase Latino representation in the transit workforce. He is also the Co-Founder of the Northern Virg...

Daisy Saulls , President and Founder of Pathired and National Workforce Development Day sits down with Brian Tinsman of Pounce Solutions to talk about the vision behind National Workforce Development Day.  Learn more at www.nationalworkforcedevelopmentday.com Support the show

In this powerful episode of PATHIRED , we sit down with Dwayne Douglas , Founder of QUILT Corporation and NODE Networks , two groundbreaking organizations working to close the digital divide in underserved communities. Dwayne’s journey began unexpectedly in 2017, when a family visit revealed that many people in his hometown didn’t just lack devices, they didn’t even see the need for internet acces...

Daisy Saulls and Brian Tinsman , Co-Founder of POUNCE Solutions , discuss the multifaceted nature of workforce development, emphasizing the importance of brand storytelling, communication, and trust. They explore how organizations can better engage their workforce, the significance of understanding internal culture, and innovative approaches to address workforce challenges. In this interview, Bria...

In this episode of PATHIRED, I sit down with Nancy Evanko , Workforce Development Manager at Loudoun Economic Development , to explore the core question: What is workforce development? Nancy shares her insights into how workforce development goes beyond talent pipelines, acting as a crucial driver of economic growth and stability. We discuss the direct connections between workforce strategies and...

In this inaugural episode of PATHIRED , we explore the foundation of workforce development: what it means, why it matters, and how it connects industries, organizations, and individuals. From strengthening communities to addressing the evolving needs of industries like technology, trades, and construction, workforce development is the key to building stronger economies and career opportunities. He...