Welcome back to another episode of the #squarepizzapod. This week, Greg is in conversation with Chris Jackson, President and CEO, Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont.
In this episode:
- Leadership Journey & Connection to Goodwill
- The CEO shares their leadership story and commitment to community service
- Goodwill Overview:
- $80M annual budget
- 1,200 team members
- Serves 9,000+ residents
- Key programs include Donate & Shop, training programs, Opportunity Campus, and construction skills training
- What People Should Know About Goodwill
- Focus on empowering individuals through workforce development and community support.
- Future Vision (2025 & Beyond)
- Expanding workforce programs and community outreach to meet evolving needs.
- Team Culture
- Strong, inclusive culture is key to success, and Goodwill continues to nurture this environment.
- Workforce Development
- Discusses the importance of partnerships and key requirements for successful programs.
- Leadership Principles
- Emphasizes collaboration, community impact, and empowerment as guiding leadership values.
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