#125 - Chris Jackson, President and CEO, Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont

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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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