Talent Magnet

Author: Talent Magnet

Welcome to Talent Magnet- brought to you by Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council, the podcast where we help businesses become talent magnets by focusing on recruitment, training, and retention best practices. Your host is Michele Winn from the Thurston County Chamber's Workforce Division.
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E46: Building the Hospitality Talent Pipeline: What Employers Need to Know
Friday, 8 May, 2026

In this episode, we are joined by David Faro, Senior Manager of Workforce and Business Development at the National Restaurant Association, to explore how the hospitality industry can become a powerful engine for career growth and long-term workforce stability. David shares his own journey from dishwasher to industry leader and explains why hospitality career pathways are often as unique as the individuals who pursue them. The conversation highlights key workforce development strategies including apprenticeships, inclusive hiring (including neurodiverse talent), digital literacy, and the direct connection between workplace culture and retention. You'll also hear how industry associations and workforce boards can collaborate to build scalable talent pipelines that strengthen both local communities and the hospitality sector nationwide.