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TechVibe PittsburghApprenti PGH: Revolutionizing Tech Apprenticeships in PittsburghThis episode of TechVibe's Apprentice Advantage, hosted by Sheena Carroll and Lelia Broughton, features an in-depth interview with Marie Peloni, Senior Director of Talent and Workforce Development Initiatives for the Pittsburgh Technology Council. The discussion centers around the inception, challenges, and successes of Apprenti PGH, a program designed to tap into untapped talent pools in Pittsburgh and transform the tech hiring landscape. Key highlights include the motivations behind starting Apprenti PGH, community engagement efforts, the importance of non-traditional pathways, and the unique benefits for both apprentices and employers. The episode concludes with a call to e...2025-01-3126 minTechVibe PittsburghApprentice Advantage: An Inspiring Journey from Construction to TechWhat unexpected career path led one apprentice to find success and fulfillment in the tech industry? In this episode of The Apprentice Advantage, hosts Sheena Carroll and Lelia Broughton delve into the world of tech apprenticeships by interviewing Ivan Gunn, an apprentice at Apprenti PGH and enGen. Ivan shares his journey from Pittsburgh's construction sites to a budding career in tech. He recounts his initial steps into technology through a local community program and discusses the pivotal moments that led him to Apprenti. From rigorous assessments to challenging technical training, Ivan provides an inside look at what...2025-01-1537 minTechVibe PittsburghApprentice Advantage: How Tech Apprentice Programs Help Companies Build Adaptable WorkforcesHow can tech companies build a strong pipeline of diverse, job-ready talent? As the tech industry faces a growing skills gap, employers are seeking effective ways to develop entry-level talent. This episode explores how apprenticeship programs can help companies build a skilled, adaptable workforce. Hosts Lelia Broughton og FortyX80 and Sheena Carroll of the Pittsburgh Technology Council welcome John and Jean Lange of Academy Pittsburgh to discuss how they train tech apprentices for Apprenti Pittsburgh. In this episode, you'll learn: The essential skills tech apprentices need to succeed on the job ...2024-12-1639 min