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Podcast: Iowa Manufacturing Podcast
Episode: Closing the Skills Gap: Empigo Academy's Impact on Iowa Manufacturing
Description: This episode features Newton "Fig" Jensen, founder of Empigo Academy, discussing how his faith-based high school focuses on Career and Technical Education (CTE) to equip students with hands-on skills in technical fields, including manufacturing. Jensen explains the academy's unique approach to closing Iowa's skills gap by combining career-readiness training with biblical values. Jensen also highlights how Empigo Academy is partnering with local manufacturers and using technology to prepare students for the workforce. His insights into balancing technical training with entrepreneurial skills make this a compelling listen for anyone involved in the manufacturing industry. Hear the...