MOHOCO Podcast

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MO.HO.CO Podcast: Workforce Innovation Conversations

The MO.HO.CO. Podcast brings together leaders, employers, educators, and community partners from Moore and Hoke Counties to discuss workforce needs, career pathways, local businesses, and the opportunities shaping our region. Hosted by members of the MO.HO.CO. team, each episode explores the partnerships helping students and jobseekers connect with meaningful opportunities throughout the Sandhills.

 

 

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Ep. 5: Lindy Lamielle - Entrepreneur and Community Leader

From a 20-year career in the U.S. Air Force to business ownership in Moore County, Lindy Lamielle shares her journey of service, entrepreneurship, and community leadership. In this conversation, she discusses military transition, launching a business with support from local resources, and the value of education, networking, and perseverance in building a successful future.
Samantha Patterson - Owner, Peace of Mind Aging Consulting

Ep. 4: Samantha Patterson - Owner, Peace of Mind Aging Consulting

As families navigate the challenges and decisions that come with aging, having the right guidance can make all the difference. In this conversation, occupational therapist and entrepreneur Samantha Patterson discusses aging in place, caregiving, community resources, and how her Moore County-based business helps older adults and their families find clarity, support, and peace of mind.
Sara Fusonie - Director, Workforce Skills and Training

Ep. 3: Sara Fusonie - Director, Workforce Skills & Training

Workforce development is about more than training programs鈥攊t's about helping people find opportunities, build confidence, and connect with meaningful careers. In this conversation, Sara Fusonie discusses how 91影视 works with employers, community partners, and students to create pathways that strengthen both individual lives and the workforce needs of Moore and Hoke Counties.
Emma Motta - SCC Student in Culinary & Pastry Arts

Ep. 2: Emma Motta - 91影视 Student

Not every career path is a straight line. 91影视 student Emma Motta shares how exploring new opportunities led her from cosmetology to culinary arts and baking and pastry. She discusses finding her passion, learning from industry professionals, and building a future close to home in Moore and Hoke Counties.
Kayla Renee, owner of Kayla Renee Cakes, poses with a custom pink tiered cake inside her Raeford bakery.

Ep. 1: Kayla Renee - Owner, Kayla Renee Cakes

From 91影视 student to successful small business owner, Kayla Renee discusses entrepreneurship, workforce development, and the importance of investing in your community. She shares how education, local partnerships, and a commitment to downtown Raeford helped turn a lifelong passion into a growing business.