S2 Ep4: S2 Ep4: A chat with Dr. Pam Martin, Executive Director of the RISE Center at Coastal Carolina University

Thrivin’ at the Beach, Dr. Pam MartinSummaryDr. Pam Martin, Executive Director of RISE (Resilience, Innovation, and Sustainability through Education) Center at Coastal Carolina University, discussed the importance of sustainability and internships in long-term growth. Martin, with a background in international relations and sustainability research, emphasized the Youth Corps program, which trains students in sustainability metrics and integrates them into local businesses. The program, supported by Partnership Grand Strand, aims to attract and retain talent by offering paid internships and education on sustainability. Martin highlighted the growing demand for green skills and the potential for local businesses to benefit from this workforce development initiative.Links1. **RISE Center at CCU**     [Learn more about the Resilience Innovation and Sustainability Education Center] (https://www.coastal.edu/RISE )  2. **Youth Corps Program Overview**     [Explore the Youth Corps initiative and its impact] (https://www.coastal.edu/RISE/youthcorps )  3. **Partnership Grand Strand**     [Discover how Partnership Grand Strand supports sustainability and workforce development] (https://www.partnershipgrandstrand.com)   4. **Sustainability Workforce Trends**     [Insights on green skills and workforce demands](https://www.bls.gov/green )  5. **Sustainable Business Practices**     [Tools and resources for businesses focusing on sustainability] (https://www.sba.gov/sustainability )