The State of the Workforce program airs at 6 p.m. Central time Mondays on NewsChannel 5+.

In this episode, host Chris Cannon speaks with Matt Overbay of Nissan about the Nissan Powertrain Assembly Plant in Decherd, Tennessee. The plant has been praised for its forward-thinking approach, including its collaboration through the Nissan Centers of Excellence. These centers, established in four Tennessee high schools, aim to prepare and inspire the next generation of skilled workers.

This episode also includes Nikki L. Garry, a transformational speaker and educator. She discusses National Family and Work Month and the importance of a healthy work-life balance.

Premiere episode
Guests:
 Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development Commissioner Deniece Thomas and Adult Education Assistant Commissioner Jay Baker

Episode 2: The new Nissan Stadium
Guests:
Johari Matthews, Vice President and Executive Director of ONE Community and the Titans Foundation for the Tennessee Titans; Beth Duffield, Workforce Development Manager at the Tennessee Builders Alliance; and Garrett Rea, Assistant Administrator for TOSHA


About State of the Workforce

The State of the Workforce program examines the new and innovative approaches Tennessee is taking to grow its talent pipeline to meet the needs of business owners while helping Tennesseans find quality and meaningful work. The program aims at 6 p.m. Central time Mondays on NewsChannel 5+.