EP 15: Governor Mikie Sherrill

In this episode, Anthony and Cyndie sit down with New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill to talk about how unions and workforce development can shape the state’s economic future. Sherrill shares her approach to expanding apprenticeships, aligning education with industry, and preparing workers for a rapidly changing economy. She reflects on the role of organized labor in protecting jobs, wages, and dignity, and why staying “at the table” will be essential for New Jersey’s working families.

(2:39) Workforce development priorities for New Jersey
(3:21) Infrastructure jobs and the Gateway Tunnel Project
(4:06) Aligning labor, higher education, and industry
(5:29) Governor Sherrill’s personal union family story
(7:40) Why labor plays a key role in affordability and the middle class
(10:54) Job growth strategies and expanding apprenticeship programs
(12:25) How labor benefits the entire workforce
(15:16) Pension investments and economic impact
(16:33) Key industries driving New Jersey’s future
(17:54) AI and the future of work
(19:55) Measuring workforce development success in New Jersey
(21:01) Why labor must have a seat at the table