The Power of Partnerships in Bridging the Gap Between Education and Employment | Dr. Cynthia Johnson

In this segment, Dr. Tonjua Williams and Dr. Cynthia Johnson discuss the vital relationship between St. Petersburg College (SPC) and the economic development of Pinellas County. Dr. Johnson, the Director of Economic Development at Pinellas County, highlights how SPC and other educational institutions are integral to creating a skilled workforce. This partnership ensures that the training provided aligns with the needs of employers, thereby driving economic mobility and growth in the region. They delve into the collaborative efforts of the One Pinellas Business Alliance, which brings together industry leaders, education partners, and community stakeholders to address current and future workforce demands. This conversation underscores the importance of bridging the gap between education and the workforce to foster a thriving community Listen to the full episode here Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep6-the-economic-power-of-education-how-education/id1736752420?i=1000651141468 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0LDALSjVoaFxC1gWFIvKv9?si=b7e56c5a5c4d4467 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Af1f_JtD0W4 RESOURCES: Dr. Cynthia Johnson  LinkedIn | dr-cynthia-johnson Pinellas Country Economic Development Website | pced.org St. Petersburg College Website | St. Petersburg College Facebook | @stpetecollege  IG | @stpetersburgcollege YouTube | @SPC  LinkedIn | @st-petersburg-college  X | @spcnews  Standing In The Gap is produced by EPYC Media Network | Visit at https://www.epyc.co/