Building a Workforce, One Student at a Time with Yvonne Fry

In this episode of The Success in Motion Podcast, host Alex Burhoe sits down with Yvonne Fry, a serial entrepreneur and passionate advocate for workforce development. Yvonne is the founder of Workforce Development Partners and leads the Future Career Academy, a groundbreaking initiative that connects high school seniors with real-world job opportunities, training, and career paths.

Starting with a single job fair, Yvonne and her team have expanded their reach to serve all 37 high schools in Hillsborough County, Florida, helping students navigate their futures while also supporting local businesses in need of skilled workers.

Listen in as Yvonne shares:
✅ How Future Career Academy helps students discover meaningful career paths
✅ The importance of financial independence and economic empowerment
✅ The role of entrepreneurship in today’s workforce
✅ The lessons schools aren’t teaching—but should
✅ How students can start their careers with top employers right out of high school

Yvonne’s passion for empowering young people is contagious, and this episode is packed with insights for students, parents, educators, and employers alike. If you're looking to make an impact in your community or learn how to support the next generation of workers, this conversation is a must-listen.

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