Episodes

  • Dr. Scott Brewster | Episode 16
    Jan 3 2025

    Today, we are excited to have Dr. Scott Brewster with us. Dr. Brewster is the Co-Founder of Hats & Ladders, Inc., where he leads business strategy and partnerships. In 2015, Dr. Brewster co-founded Hats & Ladders to reimagine career education for youth ages 14 to 24. Building on twenty years of developing award-winning educational games and interactive experiences, Hats & Ladders created a platform designed to motivate youth to explore, experiment with, and prepare for a wide range of careers.


    The platform offers an individualized, real-world learning experience that fosters career exploration, skill development, and informed decision-making. By building career self-efficacy – the confidence to make informed career decisions – Hats & Ladders empowers youth to become career thinkers and doers, leading to greater economic self-sufficiency and career satisfaction.

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    16 mins
  • Kimberlyn Jackson | Episode 15
    Jan 3 2025

    Today, we are honored to have Kimberlyn Jackson with us. Kimberlyn is a dedicated school counselor with SC Virtual Charter School, where she plays a crucial role in preparing students for their transition into post-secondary education and the workforce. Kimberlyn's work involves providing meaningful career development activities and resources in both virtual and in-person settings, ensuring that students are well-equipped to make informed decisions about their futures.


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    18 mins
  • Dr. Patricia Ferguson | Episode 14
    Jan 3 2025

    Today, we are thrilled to have a distinguished guest with us, Dr. Patricia Ferguson. Dr. Ferguson serves as the Trident Area Regional Workforce Advisor for the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW).

    In her role, Dr. Ferguson is a pivotal resource for workforce development across the state. She excels at building bridges between educators, students, and industries, ensuring that workforce needs are met and that a robust labor pipeline is developed. Her efforts not only help industries find the skilled workers they need but also guide students and adults towards the training and opportunities available in their communities.

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    14 mins
  • Kelly Savoie | Episode 13
    Jan 3 2025

    On this episode of How It All Works we speak with Kelly Savoie, Assistant Regional Head (South) for Sallie Mae. Ms. Savoie specializes in providing students with the educational resources needed to better understand the FAFSA, student loans, scholarships, credit and much more.

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    17 mins
  • Kelly MacLean | Episode 12
    Jan 31 2024

    Our guest is Kelly MacLean, founder of the Kelly MacLean Achievement Center (Cleveland, OH). KMAC provides students with resources to reduce college costs, find the best college fit and ensure their success in college. KMAC offers services such as career planning, high school course selection, college admissions, subject-specific tutoring, FAFSA prep and ACT/SAT test prep. Over the last 10 years, she has helped over 7,000 students select the right college and major, obtain scholarships and prepare them for a bright and successful future. Kelly is a certified trainer for John Maxwell Leadership programs and a member of several organizations related to college admissions, sports, and business.

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    15 mins
  • Kendall Armstrong | Episode 11
    Jan 31 2024

    Our guest is Kendall Armstrong, Transition Services Specialist for SC Vocational Rehabilitation. She has an extensive background in Rehabilitation Counseling specializing in working with transition age students. Prior to SCVRD, Kendall worked as an Advance Line Therapist with the Early Autism Project, Inc. and Special Education Instructional Assistant with Richland School District One. SC School Counselors & Career Specialists Interested in receiving PD hours? Please complete quiz via link below: https://forms.gle/YFL9zs1rUqZo6Edj6

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    16 mins
  • Aretha Barnes | Episode 10
    Jan 31 2024

    Our guest today is Dr. Aretha Barnes, a Career Development Facilitator (NCAA Liaison) at Ridge View High School in Columbia, SC. Dr. Barnes specializes in student-athlete transitioning, assessments, and ASVAB prep. Recently earning her doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology from National Louis University (Florida), her graduate research project focused on the career adaptability and skill development of high school student-athletes. Dr. Barnes is passionate about helping young people find their potential, overcome obstacles, and attain their goals.

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    17 mins
  • Janet Parenti | Episode 9
    Jan 31 2024

    Our guest is Janet Parenti, Festival Coordinator for Love, Peace, and Hip-Hop (Hip-Hop Family Day). Hip-Hop Family Day is a family-friendly festival in Columbia, SC celebrating the intergenerational legacy of hip-hop culture. It has been recognized by Family Circle Magazine as one of the top 50 family-friendly festivals in the US. It has partnerships with national, state, and local organizations and offers educational programming for youth. The festival provides a free, alcohol-free, and cursing-free event on Columbia's Main Street, featuring hip-hop music and promoting love, peace, unity, and fun. Recently LPHH hosted an interactive event for RSD1 at the USC’s Koger Center.

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    15 mins