Jobs Report: As Hiring Slows, America Works CEO Explains Impact on Vulnerable Job Seekers, with Dr. Lee Bowes

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Dr. Lee Bowes about the jobs report and slowing hiring. Dr. Lee Bowes is the Chief Executive Officer of America Works, a private workforce development organization founded in 1984. She joined the company in 1987 and co-developed the "Work First" theory, which emphasizes private-sector employment as the primary path out of poverty. Founded in 1984, America Works is a national workforce development organization committed to delivering real jobs, real support, and real results. With more than 30 million clients serving across 50+ states, America Works helps job seekers overcome employment barriers through rapid placement, individualized support, and employer partnerships. The organization places clients on average in about seven weeks and maintains a retention rate of more than 70%, reflecting its performance-based approach to workforce success. Learn more at americaworks.com/about.