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Henrico CTE Now (Career & Technical Education)

Henrico CTE Now (Career & Technical Education)

By Henrico Career & Technical Education

Welcome to our podcast, where we celebrate the value and impact of career & technical education for all students. We invite you to join us as we chat with students, business, and community leaders who share their stories and insights about their career journeys and how students can get ready for the world of work and learning after high school. Our podcast is relevant for students everywhere, not just in our local district. That's why we have listeners from all over the US and more than thirty countries.
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Henrico CTE Now, Season 2 Episode 4: Guests, Jackie Merrick, Sameera Younus-Kan, and Matt Kellam with Dominion Energy

Henrico CTE Now (Career & Technical Education)Mar 10, 2020

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Henrico CTE Now: Vet Science Program, Season 6, Episode 5

Henrico CTE Now: Vet Science Program, Season 6, Episode 5

In this episode, we speak with former Vet Science graduate, Gillian Glessman, current Vet Science student, Maddie Truban, and Vet Science instructors, Gretchen Hedges, and Karen Bickett. We talk about the many career paths available to Vet Science students including preparing for college to become a veterinarian. With the explosion of pet ownership in the country the field is in desperate need for vets and support staff across the field.

Mar 19, 202439:38
Henrico CTE Now: Cyber Security Tech Talk Event, Season 6, Episode 4

Henrico CTE Now: Cyber Security Tech Talk Event, Season 6, Episode 4

In this episode, we visit the Cyber Security Tech Talk at Tucker High School. Computer Science teacher, Yvette Lee, organized the event that was attended by students from Tucker, Henrico, and Godwin High Schools and speakers from Microsoft and Capitol One. We were able to talk with the guests, Patrick Miller, Threat Protection at Microsoft, and Melanie Frank, Managing VP, at Capitol One. We also spoke with students Vanya, and Theodora who helped set up the event and they talked about the growing career opportunities in cyber security.

Mar 05, 202441:49
Henrico CTE Now: Sports Medicine, Season 6, Episode 3

Henrico CTE Now: Sports Medicine, Season 6, Episode 3

In our latest episode, we speak with Bobby Southard, Sports Medicine instructor at the ACE Center at Hermitage and Sports Medicine program graduate, Emma Jarvis. We talked with Emma about her career journey and how her sports medicine program affected that journey. We talked with both of them about the sports medicine program and why it is a great career to explore in high school and how it can help people prevent injuries.


Feb 20, 202430:33
Henrico CTE Now: #LifeReady Career Rodeo, Season 6, Episode 2

Henrico CTE Now: #LifeReady Career Rodeo, Season 6, Episode 2

The 2024 Career Rodeo was another amazing event and we interviewed students and business representatives about the importance of the event and why career and technical education's importance continues to grow.

Feb 06, 202445:15
Henrico CTE Now: Ted Linhart, President of Dominion Auto Group, Season 6, Episode 1

Henrico CTE Now: Ted Linhart, President of Dominion Auto Group, Season 6, Episode 1

Ted Linhart is a legend in the automobile sales world of Central Virginia. He was the president of Dominion Auto Group for many years and knows everything about the industry. In this episode, we chat with Ted about how the automobile industry has evolved and what challenges it faces, especially when it comes to finding and training new auto techs. Virginia is ranked 11th in the nation for the demand for auto techs, so this is a crucial topic for anyone who wants to pursue this career path. Listen to Ted's insights and advice on how to become a successful auto tech in today's market.


Jan 24, 202445:31
Henrico CTE Now: A Look Back at Our Past Year, Season 5, Episode 21

Henrico CTE Now: A Look Back at Our Past Year, Season 5, Episode 21

Henrico CTE Now is excited to bring you a new season of awesome content for 2024. For this episode, we’re listening back to a few of our terrific guests from 2023. Please enjoy these moments with: Taylor Brannan and Courtney Baker, Associated General Contractors of Virginia; Mary Starr with Shirley Contracting Company and Mac Beaton, HCPS Workforce & Career Development; Makhi Jackson, Line Worker with Dominion Energy; ACE Center Welding instructor Carlos Savory with students Alex and Kemar; and, Elly Coats with Sheehy Auto Stores.

Jan 03, 202427:13
Henrico CTE Now: Josh, Operations Manager for Livewire, Season 5, Episode 20

Henrico CTE Now: Josh, Operations Manager for Livewire, Season 5, Episode 20

We are excited to share our latest podcast with you, where we interviewed Josh McDonough, the Operations Manager of Livewire. He tells us how his company provides high-quality technology solutions for homes and businesses, and how they plan to launch a training program that will involve some of our ACE Center students. If you are interested in working with Livewire, our business partner, don't hesitate to contact Josh and learn more about the career opportunities they offer!

Livewire Office:

4900 W Clay St, Richmond, VA 23230

(804) 616-4156

Dec 12, 202325:38
Henrico CTE Now: MCJROTC LtCol Chris Gaitens, and Sgt.Maj. Cauley, Season 5, Episode 19

Henrico CTE Now: MCJROTC LtCol Chris Gaitens, and Sgt.Maj. Cauley, Season 5, Episode 19

We had the honor of meeting two awesome MCJROTC instructors, LtCol Chris Gaitens, Sgt.Maj. Scott Cauley, and cadet Captain Natalie Sherlock who told us all about their Marine Corps JROTC program. They explained how the program helps students develop leadership skills, discipline, teamwork, and physical fitness. They also shared how the program prepares students for their future, whether they choose to join the military or pursue a civilian career and life. We were so impressed by their passion and dedication to their students and the Marine Corps values. We learned a lot from them, and we are so grateful for this opportunity to include them in our podcast family. Thank you, LtCol Gaitens, Sgt.Maj. Cauley, and cadet Captain Natalie Sherlock for your service and for inspiring us and your students!

Nov 29, 202339:35
Henrico CTE Now: Mr. Scott Shufflebarger with the Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals, VARP, Season 5, Episode 18

Henrico CTE Now: Mr. Scott Shufflebarger with the Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals, VARP, Season 5, Episode 18

Roofing is not just a job; it's a career that offers many opportunities for growth and advancement. In this episode, we talk with Scott Shufflebarger, President of Hertless Brothers Roofing and member of the Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals (VARP). We discuss how students and individuals can take advantage of the lucrative career opportunities in the roofing industry.

Nov 15, 202336:52
Henrico CTE Now: Mr. Carlos Savory, Welding Instructor, ACE Center at Virginia Randolph, and welding students Alex and Kamir, Season 5, Episode 17

Henrico CTE Now: Mr. Carlos Savory, Welding Instructor, ACE Center at Virginia Randolph, and welding students Alex and Kamir, Season 5, Episode 17

Welcome to this podcast episode where we explore the amazing world of welding! Today we have a special treat for you: we are joined by Mr. Carlos Savory, a welding instructor at the ACE Center at Virginia Randolph, and two of his talented students, Alex and Kamir. They will share with us their passion for welding, their experiences in learning this skill, and why welding is a great career choice for young people who want to express their creativity and make a difference in society.

Oct 31, 202333:35
Henrico CTE Now: Live at the 2023 Mission Tomorrow Event, Season 5, Episode 16

Henrico CTE Now: Live at the 2023 Mission Tomorrow Event, Season 5, Episode 16

In this episode, we are at Mission Tomorrow where 8th grade students from Henrico County and surrounding localities visit with over 150 businesses to experience hands-on demonstrations and discuss how a student can prepare to eventually begin their world of work after high school or college.

Oct 17, 202333:29
Henrico CTE Now: Live at the 2023 Life Ready Expo, Season 5, Episode 15

Henrico CTE Now: Live at the 2023 Life Ready Expo, Season 5, Episode 15

In this episode, we are at the Life Ready Episode talking with students, their families, and business representatives about why they were at the expo and why they thought it was important. Have a listen and find out about this great event.


Oct 03, 202336:40
Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Mary Starr, and Mac Beaton, Season 5, Episode 14

Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Mary Starr, and Mac Beaton, Season 5, Episode 14

In this episode, we talk with Mary Starr, Business Development Manager, with Shirley Contracting Company, and Mac Beaton, Director, Workforce & Career Development, HCPS. Out of high school and moving on to college, Mary was working toward a career as a physical therapist. As with many people, things happen and now she is working for a successful civil contractor in Virginia. Find out about her story and why Mac is back on the show on today’s podcast! You are going to love this episode.

Sep 19, 202336:59
Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Courtney Baker, Taylor Brannon, Season 5, Episode 13
Sep 05, 202342:21
Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Several new teachers at this year's New Teacher Academy. Season 5, Episode 12

Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Several new teachers at this year's New Teacher Academy. Season 5, Episode 12

In our latest episode we talked with several new Career and Technical Education teachers at this year’s New Teacher Academy. The discussion was about the importance of CTE teachers and career switchers getting into teaching CTE classes.

We here at Henrico CTE Now love working to bring you this podcast. I would love to hear from you. Send us any questions you would like answered. Send us an email at ⁠mwroberts@henrico.k12.va.us⁠. Also, please tell your friends and family about us, and be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE so you get notified when we post our next episode.

Aug 22, 202335:13
Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Automotive Tech Instructor, Mark Schultz, Apprentice, Quinn McCarthy, CMA's Corey Dahl, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Beth Lucchesi . Season 5, Episode 11

Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Automotive Tech Instructor, Mark Schultz, Apprentice, Quinn McCarthy, CMA's Corey Dahl, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Beth Lucchesi . Season 5, Episode 11

ACE Center Automotive Tech Instructor, Mark Schultz, Automotive Apprentice, Quinn McCarthy, CMA Service Manager, Corey Dahl, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Beth Lucchesi.


In our latest episode, we are talking about everything automotive. We have ACE Center at Hermitage instructor, Mark Schultz, automotive apprentice with the Carter Myers Automotive (CMA), and graduate of the ACE Center Automotive Technology program, Quin McCarthy, Cory Dahl, CMA Service Manager, and Beth Lucchesi, Talent Acquisition Specialist with CMA. We talk about Quin’s journey from ACE Center student to his hiring by CMA and to his working to become a master automotive technician. It is a great story of hard work and great people helping him through his young life and preparing for his career.


We here at Henrico CTE Now love working to bring you this podcast. I would love to hear from you. Send us any questions you would like answered. Send us an email at ⁠mwroberts@henrico.k12.va.us⁠. Also, please tell your friends and family about us, and be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE so you get notified when we post our next episode.

Aug 08, 202339:06
Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Naomi Hines and Carrie Hunt of NAWIC, Season 5, Episode 10

Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Naomi Hines and Carrie Hunt of NAWIC, Season 5, Episode 10

Recently we hosted Camp NAWIC, the National Association of Women In Construction, at our new Adult Education Center at Regency which is for girls entering 7th - 9th grades to introduce them to a potential career in the construction industry. After that, we sat down with representatives of NAWIC, Naomi Hines and Carrie Hunt, to talk about their event and how NAWIC works to encourage women to enter the construction field.

We here at Henrico CTE Now love working to bring you this podcast. I would love to hear from you. Send us any questions you would like answered. Send us an email at ⁠mwroberts@henrico.k12.va.us⁠. Also, please tell your friends and family about us, and be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE so you get notified when we post our next episode.

Jul 26, 202326:39
Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Chief Clevert, Deputy Fire Chief at Henrico County Division of Fire and Henrico Firefighter Duan Perez-Means, Fire Recruiter Season 5, Episode 9

Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Chief Clevert, Deputy Fire Chief at Henrico County Division of Fire and Henrico Firefighter Duan Perez-Means, Fire Recruiter Season 5, Episode 9

Chief Clevert, Deputy Fire Chief at Henrico County Division of Fire, and Henrico Firefighter Duan Perez-Means, Fire Recruiter are our guests on this episode. They talked with us about exploring and joining the great and noble profession of a Henrico Firefighter. This episode includes the introduction of our new co-host, Marianne McGhee.

My name is Mike Roberts and I love working to bring you the Henrico CTE Now podcast. I would love to hear from you. Send us any questions you would like answered.  Send us an email at ⁠mwroberts@henrico.k12.va.us⁠.  Also, please tell your friends and family about us, and be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE so you get notified when we post our next episode.

Jun 27, 202325:56
Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Jason Gill, Crews and Gregory Fire Sprinklers Inc. and AFSA VA Chapter Community Project Chair, Jeff Lewis, Vice President of Inspections at VSC Fire & Se, Season 5, Episode 8
May 25, 202354:32
Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Jeffery Grow, Maintenance Control Supervisor with Henrico County Schools, Season 5, Episode 7
Mar 28, 202344:16
Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Connor Gentle, Senior Superintendent and, Sam Tignor, Project Engineer with Clark Construction, Season 5, Episode 6
Mar 14, 202341:41
Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Anthony Forest, President of B&S Development, Season 5, Episode 5
Feb 28, 202333:15
Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Judy Frank, Director of State and Regional Partnerships with SREB, Season 5, Episode 4
Feb 15, 202344:49
Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Stephan Corbin with Colonial Web and Candace Wilkerson, Director of Elementary Education with Henrico County Schools Season 5, Episode 3

Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Stephan Corbin with Colonial Web and Candace Wilkerson, Director of Elementary Education with Henrico County Schools Season 5, Episode 3

Jan 31, 202338:07
Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Steve Bonniville President/Owner or Broad Sky Management and Mark Slusher, Vice President of Thalhimer Realty Partners, Inc. Season 5, Episode 2

Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Steve Bonniville President/Owner or Broad Sky Management and Mark Slusher, Vice President of Thalhimer Realty Partners, Inc. Season 5, Episode 2

In this episode, we talk with Steve Bonniville President/Owner of Broad Sky Management, and Mark Slusher, Vice President of Thalhimer Realty Partners, Inc about the evolution of Regency Mall and the addition of the new Henrico County Adult Education Center which is being built in the mall. The important thing about the Adult Ed Center being built in the mall is that our ACE Center students have been working since the beginning alongside many of our business partners on that construction. Listen to this episode to find out about the revitalization of the mall and the addition of the Adult Education Center.

Reshawn and I love working to bring you the Henrico CTE Now podcast. We would love to hear from you. Send us any questions you would like answered.  Send us an email at mwroberts@henrico.k12.va.us.  Also, please tell your friends and family about us, and be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE so you get a notice when we post our next episode.

Jan 17, 202325:19
Henrico CTE Now: Guests: Mac Beaton Director of Workforce & Career Development(CTE), Beverly Cocke, Career Specialist, Susan Moore Director of Public Facilities for Henrico County: Season 5, Episode 1
Jan 03, 202330:23
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 25: Guests: Turner O’Neal, Cara Jean O’Neal, Victoria Gifford

Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 25: Guests: Turner O’Neal, Cara Jean O’Neal, Victoria Gifford

Henrico CTE Now visited the Radio Broadcasting & Journalism class. We recorded this podcast with guests Cara Jean O’Neal, Assistant Principal at Freeman High School, her son, Turner O’Neal who is in the Radio Broadcasting program, and Victoria Gifford, instructor for the Radio Broadcasting program. We had an enjoyable conversation about the Radio program as well as the benefits of the CTE comprehensive classes and ACE Center programs. One of the best parts of the interview is that we recorded the interview in front of the Radio Broadcasting class! I very much enjoyed the discussions with the class and their involvement in this episode. Ms. Gifford has a great bunch of young people. I hope to see you guys again soon.

Reshawn and I love working to bring you the Henrico CTE Now podcast. We would love to hear from you. Send us any questions you would like answered.  Send us an email at mwroberts@henrico.k12.va.us.  Also, please tell your friends and family about us, and be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE so you get a notice when we post our next episode.

Dec 20, 202231:35
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 24:Guests: Dave & Ali Ogburn, Engineers for Goodyear Tire
Dec 06, 202250:25
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 23: Guests: Brenda Woodcock, MSN, RN, WHNP, NEA-BC, Bon Secours Market Chief Nursing Officer, and Nellie League, MSN, RN, NE-BC, Bon Secours Richmond V.P. Nursing
Nov 22, 202246:15
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 22: Guests: President of F. Richard Wilton Contractors, Scott Brannan, and Vice President Taylor Brannon
Nov 08, 202228:00
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 21: Recap of the Life Ready Expo
Oct 26, 202244:59
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 20: Hosea Fitten, Program Manager of Workforce Development for Newport News Shipbuilding.
Oct 11, 202236:53
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 19: Ben Sheppard, Director of the Department of Public Relations for Henrico County
Sep 27, 202236:36
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 18: Steven J. Yob, P.E., Deputy County Manager for Community Operations
Sep 13, 202236:06
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 17: Mr. Jason Wynne, Electricity & Cabling Instructor, and his student/workers Jerrel Tisdale and Kylan Ruff.

Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 17: Mr. Jason Wynne, Electricity & Cabling Instructor, and his student/workers Jerrel Tisdale and Kylan Ruff.

Reshawn is running solo for this episode and talked with Mr. Jason Wynne the Electricity teacher who is working with summer building trades students and senior trades students on our Regency Mall Project. The Regency Mall Project is where Henrico County’s Workforce and Career Development (CTE) has rented a wing of Regency Mall and renovating the storefronts into adult education classrooms. Students in our ACE Center trades programs started working last school year through the summer and will be continuing the work for the 2022-2023 school year until completion. Have a listen as we talk with some students about their experiences and what they learned this summer working on this project.

Aug 30, 202225:47
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 16: Kenya Jackson, Talent Acquisition Ambassador for Henrico County Schools
Aug 16, 202236:10
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 15: Jeff Covington, owner of Synergy Technical Services

Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 15: Jeff Covington, owner of Synergy Technical Services

Jeff Covington is the owner of Synergy Technical Services and we talked with him about his company and how he believes that CTE programs are an essential tool in encouraging young people to consider lucrative trade careers.

Synergy Technical Services: https://synergytechsvc.com/

Reshawn and I love working to bring you the Henrico CTE Now podcast. We would love to hear from you. Send us any questions you would like answered.  Send us an email at mwroberts@henrico.k12.va.us.  Also, please tell your friends and family about us and be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE so you get a notice when we post our next episode.

Aug 02, 202232:58
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 14: Cari Tretina, Chief of Staff for Henrico’s County Manager
Jul 19, 202248:44
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 13: Ryan Beck, Welder with Henrico County Schools
Jul 05, 202237:42
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 12: David Mullsteff, CEO/Owner of Tactical Deployment Systems and Cables Plus.
Jun 14, 202236:38
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 11: Matthew Haltiner COO, and Keith Dignan Vice President of Thompson Consulting Engineers
May 31, 202252:06
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 10: Guest, Bob Beckwith with Cavalier Fire Protection
May 17, 202247:48
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 9: Jennifer Boyle, President/CEO of Junior Achievement of Central VA, Adrienne J. Minock, Library Manager, Henrico Public Library at Libbie Branch
May 03, 202244:47
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 8: Brian Dail, Managing Director, Regional Project Operations Talent Solutions at Virginia Economic Development Partnership.
Apr 19, 202250:23
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 7: Career Rodeo 2022
Apr 05, 202239:11
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 6: Guest: Tyson Dickson, Jr., Talent Acquisition Partner, Noel Travis, Safety Manager, and Eric Walters, Area Manager, with Southeast Connections
Mar 22, 202248:59
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 5: Guest: Dennis Bickmiere, President of Richmond Raceway
Mar 08, 202239:41
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 4: Guest: Chad Blalock, Building Systems Group Manager with W.M. Jordan Company
Feb 22, 202250:58
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 3: Guest: Eagle Construction representatives, Tyler Butterworth, ACT Field Superintendent and Nathan Blinn VP of Construction & Strategic Innovation
Feb 08, 202233:48
Henrico CTE Now. Season 4, Episode 2: Guest: Trane Technologies representatives, George Barnes, Ethan Graham, Matt Senters, and Holland Bressler.
Jan 25, 202248:35