North Coast Careers: Lake County's Workforce Beacon

This episode focuses on resources and services available to military spouses and families during November's National Veterans and Military Families Month. Discover the various job assistance programs, training support options, career transition services, and legislative initiatives in place to help military families. Guest Zachary Ludi, a Veteran Program Manager, provides an overview of the specia...

In this episode, host Matt Myers is joined by Kim Fraser, Executive Director of the Lake County ADAMSH Board, to discuss local mental health services and resources. Kim covers types of mental illness, addiction treatment programs, crisis hotlines, barriers to employment, and more. She also emphasizes the importance of reducing stigma, supporting those with mental health needs, and collaborating ac...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the pivotal role of HOLA Ohio in supporting and advocating for the Latino community in Lake County. Discover HOLA Ohio's mission, its significant initiatives, and the tangible impacts it has made in the region. You'll also hear about the broader economic and cultural contributions of the Latino community in Northeast Ohio. Tune in to gain a comprehensive v...

In this episode, we delve into the dynamic world of the mature workforce, examining the powerful presence of individuals aged 55 and over in Ohio's labor force. Discover the pivotal roles mature workers play in sectors like healthcare, manufacturing, and retail trade. As we peer into the future, we uncover projections that suggest a significant influence of this demographic, comprising over a quar...

This episode focuses on career opportunities in the social services industry, exploring available positions, educational requirements, and the critical need for filling these roles. Hear from two individuals from the social services industry, as they share about their own experiences and highlight the rewards of helping others and the impact they make in their clients' lives. Discover how to get s...

This episode features a conversation with Tony Brooks, President of TERKK's Computer Services, LCC, as Tony provides an overview of his business and the services they provide, and shares insights about some of the trends and opportunities within the Information Technology (IT) field. Discover the positions that will be most in-demand and the most prominent industry sectors that are looking to fill...

This special episode of North Coast Careers, recorded in recognition of Ohio's In-Demand Jobs Week, features a conversation with Lt. Governor Jon Husted. Lt. Governor Husted speaks about the importance of In-Demand Jobs Week and the history behind its creation. He also discusses Ohio's TechCred program, which gives employers the chance to upskill current and future employees in today's tech-infuse...

Dana Wolfe, Executive Director of the Willoughby Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce, joins the program to discuss the benefits for businesses of joining a chamber of commerce and how employers can access a rich network of resources. Dana provides an overview of the services that her organization offers, including a business grant scholarship. You'll also hear details about student scholarship...

This episode features an interview with Patrick Mohorcic, Chief Financial Officer at Lake Development Authority. Patrick provides an overview of the Lake Development Authority's five main focus areas, and how they help accelerate growth in Lake County. Discover the difference between a port authority and a private entity, and the various business incentives that Ohio has to offer. Patrick also dis...

In this episode, you'll learn about the Pathways to Careers - Improving Post-Secondary Education Options for Students with Developmental Disabilities grant. Discover the history and purpose behind this grant, the types of in-demand fields that students can choose from, as well as some of the nationally recognized credentials that are being offered with these grant funds. You'll hear about the coll...

In this episode, you'll learn about the Small Business Development Center at Lakeland Community College and the services that they provide to support entrepreneurs and small business owners. Discover why now is as good a time as any to start a business and what you need to consider before you launch your business. You'll also discover the importance of being realistic about the potential for your...

In this episode, you'll learn about the Wickliffe City School District Student Ten-Year Plan. The plan is a career and workforce development program where students engage in college and career planning as an intentional process of setting and achieving goals as part of a larger K-12 college and career readiness curriculum. Discover the efforts being made to ensure that students as young as 8 or 9...

In this episode, you'll hear about the history and mission of Lifeline, and the variety of resources that they have available to help residents who may be struggling with basic needs. You'll also hear details about Lifeline's New Beginning Initiative, which can help residents cover costs such as childcare, gas, car repairs, education, and more.     

In this episode, you'll learn about the three career and technical education delivery models in secondary education in Ohio. Discover how collaboration between educational partners can help expand CTE options and some of the various career opportunities available for CTE students. You'll also hear about how CTE students can receive college credits, industry-recognized credentials, and more. 

Transportation can often be a barrier to employment for job seekers, and an impediment to the success of the local workforce. In this episode, you'll hear about Laketran - Lake County Regional Public Transportation, and what makes them such a successful transit system. Discover the efforts that Laketran is making to provide vitally important transportation services to the region, and the positive...

In this episode, you'll discover how registered apprenticeships can help to build a critical talent pipeline across various industries. Discover the difference between apprenticeships and other job training models as well as the difference between an apprenticeship and a pre-apprenticeship. You'll also hear about the benefits of apprenticeships for both employers and workers. 

In this episode, you'll learn about the challenges and opportunities that Northeast Ohio and the country face when it comes to the manufacturing industry. Discover some of the biggest misconceptions about manufacturing and why the industry is so crucial for the economy. You'll also hear about the efforts underway to expose young people to the manufacturing industry and build a regional talent pipe...

November is National Veterans and Military Families Month, and in this episode, you'll hear about the variety of services available to military veterans and their families. Discover how the Veteran Service Center can assist with emergency financial assistance, transportation to and from VA medical appointments, and assisting veterans and their dependents with applications for benefits. You'll also...

In this episode, we'll take a deeper look at the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Discover the purpose of WIOA, and who can take advantage of WIOA services. You'll hear about three different targeted populations covered by WIOA and the range of services including career counseling, resume assistance, childcare and more.  You'll also learn about some proposed changes to WIOA and the...

In this episode you'll learn about a unique, comprehensive program designed to help youth break the cycle of poverty. Discover details about the Comprehensive Case Management and Employment Program, and how case managers help young adults identify their career goals and overcome any barriers to those goals. You'll also hear about the various social services available that can support individuals w...

In this first episode, you'll discover the purpose of this podcast, and what you can expect to hear in future episodes. You'll hear about the services available via OhioMeansJobs Lake County and the resources available to both job seekers and employers.