In this episode, Steph welcomes Katy Davies, Managing Director of Cap Air Systems and co-founder of Citizen Hub. Katy shares her journey from accountant to manufacturing leader, offers insights into her multifaceted role in the manufacturing sector and discusses the formation and success of Citizen Hub, an innovative organisation designed to bridge the gap between job seekers and employers while offering skills training and career advice. Steph and Katy explore how the hub addresses the local skills gaps and the importance of community-driven employment solutions, including why we need more ‘angry lovers’ who care enough about these issues to take action. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:31 Overview of Cap Air Systems01:32 Job Roles and Team Dynamics03:36 Katy's Career Journey06:48 The Birth of Citizen Hub09:02 Challenges and Solutions in Employment11:40 Citizen Hub's Evolution and Impact12:55 Creating a Welcoming Environment13:18 Partnerships and Collaborations14:24 Community Support and Services15:01 Engaging the Community17:15 Impact and Success Stories18:39 Expanding the Initiative19:18 Replicating the Model21:15 Addressing the Skills Gap23:46 Empowering Local Communities25:39 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsGet in touch with the podcast with your comments, feedback and ideas via [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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