Welcome to Small Biz Florida, the podcast dedicated to Florida's small business community, presented by the Florida SBDC Network. Today, we're live from the Florida Chamber's "Future of Florida Forum," exploring innovative solutions. Joining us is Maria Darby, COO at Dwyer Workforce Development, making a significant impact on healthcare workforce development.
Maria shares Dwyer's threefold vision: empowering underserved populations, enhancing seniors' lives, and addressing the healthcare staffing crisis. Dwyer not only trains individuals as Certified Nursing Assistants but also provides wrap-around support services for their entire journey, from certification to career advancement.
Discover how Dwyer's successful model from Baltimore and Texas has expanded to Florida, with a focus on the state's unique demographic challenges. Maria emphasizes the flexibility of Dwyer's eligibility, targeting underserved communities without strict requirements.
The episode delves into Dwyer's funding model, highlighting Jack Dwyer's visionary investment and strategic partnerships.
Recorded live at the Florida Chamber's "Future of Florida Forum," from Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort in Orlando near Florida’s Disney World. Special thanks to the Florida Chamber for hosting this momentous event and providing a platform for innovative discussions.
Ep. 261 | Bridging the Digital Divide: How Comcast Connects Rural Florida with Michelle Oyola McGovern, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs at Comcast
Ep. 260 | Leveraging Technology for Rural Economic Growth with GIS Web Tech and Row Bertasi
Ep. 259 | Empowering Rural Economic Development - Key Insights from the FREDA Summit with Terry Burroughs, Okeechobee County Commissioner
Ep. 258 | Growing Rural Businesses - Kaylee King & Alex Tijerina of the OEDC Unleash New Initiatives
Ep. 257 | Fueling Your Business: Unlocking Resources with Duke Energy's Economic Development Programs
Ep. 256 | Public-Private Powerhouse: Growing Rural Businesses Through Partnership with Justin Ford, from Dewberry Engineers, and Antonio Jefferson, Gretna's City Manager.
Ep. 255 | Molding Tomorrow: 3D Printing Revolution with Ken Brace
Ep. 254 | Shaping Tomorrow: Lake Ray's Insight into Florida's Manufacturing Landscape
Ep. 253 | Winds of Change: Robert Linder and the Future of Manufacturing in Florida
Ep. 252 | Crafting Success: Pavel Kuviarzin Unlocks the Manufacturing Code
Ep. 251 | Manufacturing Maverick: Alex Vasquez Unleashes the Power of Possibility
Ep. 250 | Guardians of Cyber Space: Fortifying Small Businesses with Horacio Maysonet
Ep. 249 | Navigating Florida's Economic Horizon: A Conversation with Mark Wilson from the 2023 Future of Florida Forum
Ep. 248 | Innovating Healthcare: Eddie Gonzalez Loumiet, CEO of Ruvos, Redefines HealthTech
Ep. 247 | Empowering Lives: Goodwill's Impact on Florida's Workforce with Executive Director Keyna Cory
Ep. 246 | Empowering Families: Better Together's Impact on Florida's Workforce with Executive Director Jeff Bell
Ep. 245 | Empowering Florida's Future: A Conversation with Madeleine Thakur, President and CEO of the Children's Movement of Florida
Ep. 244 | Transforming Florida's Manufacturing: Insights from Suzy Teele, Chief Strategy Officer at the ARM Institute
Ep. 243 | Charting Florida's Business Frontier: Insights from Jamal Sowell at the 2023 Future of Florida Forum
Ep. 242 | Data for Good: Sheri Cheney Jones Unveils SureImpact's Social Impact Revolution
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