Episode 2: Training the AI Workforce with Federal Dollars

How can federal funding accelerate the growth of America’s AI workforce? In this episode of Tech Talk: Empowering the Future—AI, Education & Work, host Tiffany Bradfield, MBA, unpacks the strategies and opportunities behind using federal dollars—like WIOA and other grants—to train the next generation of AI professionals.

Discover how organizations can tap into government resources to launch accessible, high-impact AI training programs for veterans, individuals with disabilities, and workers facing job transitions. Tiffany breaks down the key steps to securing funding, building compliant curricula, and partnering with workforce boards to ensure measurable outcomes and job placement.

You’ll hear real-world success stories, practical tips for navigating the application process, and advice for educators, business leaders, and policymakers interested in building sustainable, future-ready talent pipelines. Whether you’re looking to start a new program or scale an existing initiative, this episode offers actionable insights to help you maximize federal support for AI workforce development.

Tune in to learn how federal funding is shaping the future of work—and how you can be part of the movement to empower communities through technology.