• Building Futures: Inside The Cafe Academy | In The Mix Podcast Episode 10

  • Aug 18 2024
  • Length: 37 mins
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Building Futures: Inside The Cafe Academy | In The Mix Podcast Episode 10

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  • In Episode 10, Joe and Celia discuss the origins and achievements of the South LA Cafe Academy. They recount the initial challenges of opening their cafe and the consequent delays, which led to the creation of their first cohort of employees from the South Central community, many of whom had no prior experience. Featuring stories of key team members like Lenisa Williams, Juan Carlos Mancato, and Tim Brady, the episode highlights how the Academy has focused on hiring locally, providing living wages, and creating progressive career pathways. Emphasizing the values of training, development, and mentorship, it shares the cafe's vision of restoring sovereignty and empowerment in their community. The journey reveals the significant impact of their community-centered business model and how it has transformed lives, including their own.
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