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EPISODE · Apr 25, 2025 · 22 MIN

YEP (Youth Employment Program)

from State of the Workforce · host TN Dept. of Labor & Workforce

In this month’s episode of State of the Workforce, we focus on the future—specifically, the next generation entering the job market. The 2024 Youth Employment Program (YEP) was a major success, connecting nearly 5,000 young people aged 14–24 with meaningful work experiences across Tennessee. We sit down with Cortney Richardson from Peer Power in Memphis, who shares how YEP participants gained hands-on experience in diverse fields ranging from law offices to construction sites. Then, we hear from Chris Trull of Buffalo River Resort, who highlights how YEP boosted participants’ confidence and showed the impact of supporting youth employment in rural communities. Finally, we recognize National Skilled Trades Day with Kevin Harrison, Vice President of TCAT Nashville. Kevin talks about how careers in the skilled trades offer affordable, debt-free pathways to success and are a smart choice for anyone entering the workforce. Tune in for an inspiring look at how Tennessee is investing in its young workers and building a stronger workforce for tomorrow.

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Apr 25, 2025

In this month’s episode of State of the Workforce, we focus on the future—specifically, the next generation entering the job market. The 2024 Youth Employment Program (YEP) was a major success, connecting nearly 5,000 young people aged 14–24 with meaningful work experiences across Tennessee. We sit down with Cortney Richardson from Peer Power in Memphis, who shares how YEP participants gained hands-on experience in diverse fields ranging from law offices to construction sites. Then, we hear from Chris Trull of Buffalo River Resort, who highlights how YEP boosted participants’ confidence and showed the impact of supporting youth employment in rural communities. Finally, we recognize National Skilled Trades Day with Kevin Harrison, Vice President of TCAT Nashville. Kevin talks about how careers in the skilled trades offer affordable, debt-free pathways to success and are a smart choice for anyone entering the workforce. Tune in for an inspiring look at how Tennessee is investing in its young workers and building a stronger workforce for tomorrow.

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