This week, we have our show’s official nonprofit partner, Open Ears Open Opportunities on Episode 222 of The Hidden Workforce!

Welcome the Executive Director, as well as our show’s co-host and producer, Maggie Bond!

“Open Ears Open Opportunities, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit offering a customized approach to giving people with disabilities a voice and skill-building opportunity through various disciplines of media education training, enabling and empowering them to learn how to manage their social media, create content, and share their stories through radio, video, social media, professional production experiences, podcasting, and more.

Open Ears Open Opportunities, Inc.’s Mission is to transform perceptions of people with different abilities through media representation.

OEOO’s Vision is to see a community and world where people with different abilities’ stories are heard, equitable opportunity and access are given to them in media and the workforce, and for inclusion to be a first response, not a last resort.

The Hidden Workforce is produced by members of OEOO, so we are advocating for inclusion in the workforce while an inclusive workforce makes our radio show and podcast happen!”

Maggie Shares about the purpose and mission of OEOO, their programs, and hints toward some exciting upcoming projects and collaborations. You don’t want to miss this episode!

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This week, we have our show’s Title Sponsor, Rise Staffing on Episode 221 of The Hidden Workforce!

Welcome our Host as well as the founder, owner, and CEO of Rise Staffing, Lisa Toth!

Lisa started Rise Staffing 22 years ago. She and her team have evolved the company to a multi-program Home and Community Based Provider Agency offering programs such as Residential Support Services, Vocational Services, Online Employment Coaching, Neurodiversity Coaching/Employment Coaching, Community events/actives, and more! She shares about her journey, Rise Staffing’s programs and services, the importance of Vocational Rehabilitation, and more!

You don’t want to miss this episode!

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This week we welcome another candidate, this one running for 2026 Oklahoma Congressional District 1 in Episode 220 of The Hidden Workforce!

Welcome Candidate John Croisant!

John shares with us about why he is running for office, his experiences that have shaped him to run for office, and with some questions inspired by the Developmental Disability Council of Oklahoma’s candidate questionnaire, we explore specifically how Candidate Croisant will address helping and serving constituents of Oklahoma who live with disabilities at the federal level.

You do not want to miss this show!

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