Workforce Connections

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

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🎙 NEW on the WC Podcast! Scott Muelrath, President and CEO of the @HCC_Nevada shares the story behind Henderson’s explosive growth and the vision helping shape Southern Nevada’s future. In this clip, he talks about the workforce needed for the new Haas Automation facility.

To meet the demand for a qualified workforce across the state, DETR is proud to fund @wcnevada & its initiative Meeting the Talent Needs of Employers. Together, we are aligning talent with industry needs to build a stronger, more resilient economy. #WorkforceDevelopment

Because of their experiences, they were recruited to serve on the Youth Council that will impact the future of workforce development for young adults ages 16–24. We’re proud to see these future leaders using their voices to strengthen our public workforce development system!💥

At a this week's WC Board meeting, several members of the newly formed Youth Council shared powerful stories during public comment about how the @EmployNVYouth Hub helped them discover career direction and new opportunities for their future.

LearnNV is helping Nevadans gain the skills they need to succeed in today’s changing economy. Free for all Nevadans, the program provides access to @Coursera courses, micro-credentials, and hands-on projects, and more. 💻 Read how: [LINK] coursera.org/enterprise/art…

#ThankYou to our EmployNV managers for making Staff Appreciation Week so much fun! We truly felt valued, celebrated, and appreciate you! 🙌💙 Come meet these happy, dedicated individuals and learn how we can support your career goals at 🔗 bit.ly/EmployNVHubLoc…

#𝐈𝐂𝐘𝐌𝐈: Workforce Connections was named the inaugural recipient of the Robert Knight Workforce Board of Distinction Award at the @WorkforceInvest The Forum 2026. nevadabusiness.com/2026/04/workfo…

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🎙 NEW on the WC Podcast! From transforming offices into inspiring spaces to surviving stage four colon cancer, Karey Spransy, VP of Sales at Felt Right, shares a powerful story of resilience, creativity, & purpose. In this clip, she talks about believing in what you do.

This open conversation will help inform future workforce strategies, outreach efforts, education alignment, and employer engagement across Southern Nevada. Community members, employers, and partners are all welcome to attend.

WC, in partnership w/ @EmployNVSouth & @DetrNevada, is hosting a community listening session focused on manufacturing careers. We want to hear about perceptions of manufacturing careers, awareness of opportunities, barriers to entry, & what makes these careers appealing — or not.

🎙 COMING SOON on the WC Podcast! @HCC_Nevada President & CEO Scott Muelrath sits down for a conversation with Workforce Connections executive director @cruzjaime_lv. Scott has led the HCC since 2011, and under his leadership it has experienced significant growth. Stay tuned!

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🎙 NEW on the WC Podcast! @EquusWFS CEO Doug Cotter shares how his journey from the U.S. Army to leading a national workforce organization became a mission to change lives at scale. In this clip, Doug talks about how he found his passion in workforce development.

GTI creates pathways into automotive careers for young adults with little or no prior experience by removing one of the industry’s biggest barriers: cost. @EmployNVYouth @EmployNVSouth

CONGRATS to Gaudin Motor Company for being honored at Nevada Business Magazine’s 2026 Nevada Business Awards! 🎉 In 2024, Gaudin launched the Gaudin Technical Institute (GTI) — a first-of-its-kind workforce training program in Southern Nevada located inside a working dealership.

🎙 COMING SOON on the WC Podcast! Karey Spransy, Vice President of Sales at Felt Right, joins Workforce Connections executive director @cruzjaime_lv. Stay tuned! 📸: Kim Headshots - Las Vegas Headshot Photographer

Cohort 6 Fellows: • Diana Gonzalez – Global High School • Echo Sualua – Las Vegas High School • Elsy Urquilla – Canyon Springs High School • Jennifer Siverhus – Rancho High School • Marco Mercado – Communities In Schools • Nicole Easley – Spring Mountain Youth Camp

THANK YOU to these incredible Fellows for helping students discover their potential. 💫And THANK YOU to @ClarkCountySch Deputy Superintendent Dr. Jesse Welsh & representatives from our congressional delegation for supporting the Fellows at their capstone presentation this week.

CONGRATS to Cohort 6 of the Workforce Fellowship! 🎉 Over the past 9 months, @ClarkCountySch school counselors & @CIS_Nevada site coordinators worked to learn more about the public workforce system + help 500 high school seniors prepare for success at the 2026 Spring Job Fair.