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How a Retail Giant Built a Career Ladder for Formerly Incarcerated Workers
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how a major U.S. retailer turned a second-chance hiring program into a genuine career ladder, not just a dead-end entry job. They break down the specific training, mentorship, and promotion pathways that helped formerly incarcerated workers move into management roles, with real numbers on retention and advancement. The conversation digs into what makes the program work — from partnerships with community organizations to internal culture shifts — and what other companies can learn about scaling inclusive hiring without lowering standards. If you're…
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