EPISODE · Aug 5, 2025 · 1H
Rebuilding the Workforce: Todd Smith’s Bold Vision for Change
from Look Like Somebody · host Hurrdat ONE
In this episode of Look Like Somebody, host Ricky C. Simmons sits down with visionary Todd M. Smith, the founder of Symphony Workforce, to talk real solutions for the broken workforce pipeline. From growing up in snow-shoveling hustle to leading systemic education reform, Todd shares how he’s helping youth feel seen and equipped for real success—not just college-bound tracks. His mission is simple: play the playbook you’re given, then rewrite it for the next generation. This is more than motivation—this is movement. References: Symphony Workforce – www.symphonyworkforce.com Omaha Chamber – www.omahachamber.org Creighton University – www.creighton.edu Nebraska Dept. of Education – www.education.ne.gov Nebraska Dept. of Economic Development – opportunity.nebraska.gov Visit Ricky on... @rickycsimmons (Instagram) @rickycsimmons (X) @rickycsimmons (facebook) @rickycsimmons (YouTube) @rickycsimmons (tiktok) This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel!
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In this episode of Look Like Somebody, host Ricky C. Simmons sits down with visionary Todd M. Smith, the founder of Symphony Workforce, to talk real solutions for the broken workforce pipeline. From growing up in snow-shoveling hustle to leading systemic education reform, Todd shares how he’s helping youth feel seen and equipped for real success—not just college-bound tracks. His mission is simple: play the playbook you’re given, then rewrite it for the next generation. This is more than motivation—this is movement. References: Symphony Workforce – www.symphonyworkforce.com Omaha Chamber – www.omahachamber.org Creighton University – www.creighton.edu Nebraska Dept. of Education – www.education.ne.gov Nebraska Dept. of Economic Development – opportunity.nebraska.gov Visit Ricky on... @rickycsimmons (Instagram) @rickycsimmons (X) @rickycsimmons (facebook) @rickycsimmons (YouTube) @rickycsimmons (tiktok) This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel!
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