In this special episode, Lori Brady, Senior Director of Human Resources and Workforce Development at the Nuclear Energy Institute, discusses critical strategies for promoting nuclear energy growth and workforce sustainability. Joined by her assistant, Anthony Brown, Lori highlights the importance of modernizing the industry, creating sustainable workforce ecosystems, and addressing challenges like high attrition rates and training new generations. Discover how innovative approaches, flexible workforce strategies, and a passion for nuclear energy are driving the industry’s future. Tune in to learn about the exciting developments and ongoing efforts in shaping a thriving nuclear energy sector.

00:00 Introduction to a Special Episode

00:28 Understanding the Nuclear Energy Institute

01:22 Lori Brady’s Insights on Nuclear Energy

03:09 Workforce Development in Nuclear Energy

04:35 Building Sustainable Workforce Ecosystems

06:03 Challenges and Successes in Workforce Development

09:58 Creative Approaches to Training and Education

16:33 The Importance of Passion in the Nuclear Industry

26:26 Strategic Workforce Planning for the Future

32:33 Engaging the Next Generation

41:27 Introduction to Electronic Procedures

42:03 Rethinking Job Qualifications

43:53 Career Path Challenges

45:22 Listening to Workforce Needs

46:32 Modernizing Work Environments

50:17 Addressing Workforce Turnover

57:23 The Future of Nuclear Workforce

01:15:43 Concluding Thoughts and Contact Information

NEI

 nei.org

 nuclearworks.org, 

Phone 202-739-8000 asked to be forwarded to Anthony Brown/Lori Brady

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