In this episode of Workforce 4.0, host Ann Wyatt speaks with Clay Martin, founder of Isla Talent, a recruiting company focused on connecting job seekers from Puerto Rico with manufacturing companies in need of labor. They discuss the challenges of labor shortages, the importance of bridging cultural gaps, and the evolving landscape of recruitment in the manufacturing sector. Clay shares insights from his experience in the Peace Corps and how it shaped his entrepreneurial journey, as well as the impact of technology on the future of work. The conversation highlights the need for innovative thinking in recruitment and the importance of understanding the emotional needs of employees.

In This Episode:

-00:00 : Introduction To Workforce 4.0

-00:30 : Welcoming Clay Martin, Founder of Isla Search To Workforce 4.0

-05:06 : Finding Purpose Driven Work By Founding Isla Search

-05:22 : Defining Cultural Significance From Clay's Humanitarian Work

-06:06 : Bridging The Talent Gap Through Innovative Pipelines

-08:36 : Stories of Servant Leadership

-10:03 : From Peace Corps To Founder

-11:34 : Tips For Creating A More Sustainable Workforce

-14:32 : Overcoming Real World Recruitment Challenges

-15:24 : The Role of AI In Recruiting

-17:13 : AI Agency In Recruitment

-19:39 : Assessing Future Workforce Skills

-21:57 : Success Stories and Community Impact

-24:24 : Final Thoughts And Connecting With Clay

More About Clay:

Clay Martin is the founder of Isla Talent, a Puerto Rican Recruiting company. He has over a decade of experience recruiting from Puerto Rico. Since there are no visas needed he can place 10-20 employees in weeks. His career began with a 4 year stint in the Peace Corps working and living with indigenous communities in Latin America. To learn more about Clay, connect with him here.

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