Episode Three: Just Jared and the Importance of Workforce and Economic Development
Join Jared on his journey to share the amazing stories of the vibrant and diverse community that make up the college he leads. Listen in as he talks with students, faculty, alumni and other community and industry leaders who make up the incredible constellation of CPS.
February, 2025
In our third episode, Jared sits down with Amanda Welsh, Associate Dean Workforce and Economic Development and Chris Cook, Senior Director, Workforce and Economic Development to explore the vital importance of workforce and economic development and CPS’s role in advancing collaborative programing to connect learners with industry needs.
**Correction: at the 40:24 mark, Amanda mentions a statistic of 40% of the workforce moving at an annual basis. She meant to say 20% of the workforce.
Joining Jared in this episode:
Chris Cook, Senior Director, Workforce and Economic Development
Amanda Welsh, Associate Dean Workforce and Economic Development
