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"Southeast Texas Works!" PODCAST UPDATE
In August, we released the "ExxonMobil 409 energy Scholars" podcast featuring Andrew
Ortiz with ExxonMobil. Ortiz, Public and Government Affairs Advisor, speaks on the
growth of the Scholars initiative. The innovative outreach program provides students
with a once in a lifetime opportunity to be on-site at a manufacturing refinery and
experience a future career path in chemical manufacturing and production. Ortiz
expresses the company's intentional engagement with the students, parents, businesses,
and school districts located on the Beaumont ExxonMobil 'fence-line'.
The podcast, "Industry forums - Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas", with guest Stan
Odenthal, CEO, Odenthal Group, and a workforce development strategist, was also released
in August. Odenthal assisted Southeast in creating its strategic plan and has worked
with other workforce boards around the United States. He speaks about the importance
of business' participation upcoming forums and how their input has a direct impact on
the region's approach to developing a workforce to sustain economic growth. Employers
can register today for the Industry Forums: Transportation on 10/31 at 1:00 p.m.,
register; Healthcare on 10/10 at 1:00 p.m.,
register;
Education on 10/17 at 9:00 a.m., a.m.: register; and
Manufacturing on 10/24 at 1:00 p.m., register.
Please listen to these podcast episodes HERE and by
subscription to Apple, Google, Spotify, and by subscription to Apple,
Google, Spotify, and Stitcher podcast providers:
E01 The Port of Beaumont- Propelling Growth in Southeast Texas:
Sade Chick, Director of Corporate Affairs at the Port of Beaumont, joins the program
to discuss the economic, logistic and military importance of the port to the region,
and the various career opportunities available. You'll also hear about funding available
to access training for the maritime industry.
E02 Mental Health, the Pandemic, and Returning to Work:
Recorded in early 2022, this podcast highlights workplace issues many individuals
face today. Heather Champion, Spindletop Center, discusses the mental health impact
of working from home. She explains the difference between anxiety and depression.
Discover how businesses can help their employees address mental health concerns and
learn tips for taking care of your mental health.
E26 Domestic Abuse as a Barrier to Employment:
Deborah Tomov, Executive Director, Family Services of Southeast Texas, joins the
show to discuss how domestic abuse can act as a barrier to employment. Deborah
discusses the services that her non-profit provides to combat the issue. For more
information about FSSETX, visit westrengthenfamilies.org.
If you are a victim of domestic abuse, call the 24-Hour Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Hotline at
1-800-621-8882.
The goal of the Southeast Texas Works! podcast initiative is to share information and views
of business leaders, elected officials, professional educators, workforce board members, and
others, on local issues, including the area's economic growth and the need for strategic
workforce development. Access all episodes on our website, setworks. Subscribe on Apple,
Google, Spotify, and Stitcher podcast providers.
Please contact Pamela Wise and Kevin King at business@setworks.org for more information.
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