Bridging the Skills Gap - Mountwest Community & Technical College

Note: In Your Business is now What’s Next? We’ve refreshed the name, but the conversations you love are still here. These bonus episodes were originally released under In Your Business and remain part of our archive. In this episode of In Your Business, host Reeves Kirtner sits down with Dr. Josh Baker, the president of Mountwest Community and Technical College, to explore the pivotal role Mountwest plays in workforce development and regional economic growth. Discover how Mountwest is partnering with local industries to create tailored training programs that meet the specific needs of employers and prepare students for high-demand careers. We also dive into the college’s impact on the local economy, from supporting small businesses to driving job creation. Finally, we address the critical issue of the skills gap and discuss how Mountwest is leading the charge in equipping the workforce with the skills needed for the future.