Episode 511 - "Investing in People: Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce" - Sylvie Nelson

In this episode of the BEAR Discussions Podcast, host Charlie Walker engages with Sylvie Nelson, President & CEO of SDN Innovation and Adirondack Executive Services. Sylvie shares her extensive experience in workforce development, emphasizing the importance of community involvement, innovation, and equity in shaping the future economy. The conversation explores her advocacy for accessible, affordable, and quality child care; the integration of AI; and efforts to build a more competitive, future-ready workforce. Sylvie believes that workforce development is economic development and champions thriving wages, education, and skills training so individuals can truly “afford” to work.