“Purpose is Part of Recovery”: Jim Zenner on Leadership, Service, and Veteran Support

10/11/2025 43 min Temporada 1 Episodio 10

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Director Jim Zenner (LA County Military & Veterans Affairs) joins Rodney Collins to discuss leadership with lived experience, the Veteran Peer Access Network (VPN), plans for veteran treatment courts, partnerships with VA/CBOs, and coordination on homelessness & housing. He also covers SkillBridge pathways for service members, staff wellbeing, and how residents can volunteer or support veterans through County programs and the Warrior Heritage Foundation.Host: Rodney CollinsProducers: Ramla Javed, Flavio Guzman Magaña, Tina CurryEditor: Alban KalasaGuest: Jim ZennerLive From LA County is a storytelling podcast that celebrates the voices and experiences of Los Angeles County employees. Centered on meaningful conversations, each episode features interviews with County leaders, changemakers, and team members across all levels, highlighting the depth and diversity of our workforce and the shared values that connect us all. From community engagement and cultural milestones to creative problem-solving and innovation, this podcast invites listeners into honest, inspiring discussions about what it means to serve Los Angeles County. It’s a space to listen, learn, and lead together with empathy and purpose. The podcast kicks off with the Living Library Series, a collection of candid conversations with LA County Department Heads. Hosted by Rodney Collins, Chief Deputy Director of the Department of Human Resources, this series offers a closer look at the personal and professional journeys of our County leaders. Each episode dives into unfiltered conversations about their values, career paths, challenges, accomplishments, and what makes their LA County story unique.

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