Southern California

The official hub for the Southern California Talent Pipeline Program

As one of several regional Flags across the country, Southern California brings together local manufacturers, educators, and workforce partners to build a stronger pipeline of skilled workers.

This hub serves as a resource center and showcases key program milestones, upcoming events, team contacts.

Members of the Talent Pipeline Program gain:

  • Access to Signing Days
  • Early access to training resources and program pilots
  • A peer network to explore and share workforce strategies
  • A proven system for retaining and developing the next generation of talent
  • Dedicated support from your Flag Team and Network Coaches

Interested in getting involved? Click the button below to get started. 

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We work with defense manufacturers to keep critical talent engaged and equipped for the long haul.

NEWS & EVENTS

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TPP Program Leader Joe Barto speaks at AIA and NDIA

NORTHERN VIRGINIA – On Tuesday, April 22nd, the Talent Pipeline Program Leader, Mr. Joe Barto,...
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The 2025 US Navy Talent Pipeline Program Symposium: It’s Not a Moment, It’s a Movement!

The 2025 US Navy Talent Pipeline Program (TPP) Symposium was held in Norfolk, Virginia, from...
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Trident Maritime Systems San Diego conducts Leader New Hire Retention Training

Trident Maritime Systems San Diego conducts Leader New Hire Retention Training as part of the...
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SUCCESS STORIES

  • “The Talent Pipeline Program has helped Fairlead accelerate our growth by transforming our Talent Acquisition & Retention program into a measurable, high-performing, repeatable process. It has also positioned us as a Best Practice Model employer, enabling us to advise and guide our maritime industry partners.”

    Nate Aikens
    Vice President of Growth, Fairlead
  • “Through the Talent Pipeline Program, we have equipped our leaders with valuable tools to enhance their leadership effectiveness. Now in our second year of participation, we have gained significant insights from networking events and tool implementation, allowing us to connect with industry peers, share best practices, and foster collaborations that drive innovation and growth.”

    Ken Lange
    President, Auxiliary Systems, Inc.
  • “The partnership with the Talent Pipeline Program is important because it sustains benefits of accessing fresh talent, increases diversity, and helps ensure that the company remains competitive, innovative, and socially responsible. Over time, the partnership can evolve to better meet the changing needs of both the company and the participants, making it a valuable investment in the future of the workforce and the industry.”

    David Pest
    VP & General Manager, Oceaneering

MEET THE TEAM

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Bill Miley
California Flag Lead

bmiley@tmgva.com
(973) 570-2209

Dave Duffie
Network Coach

dduffie@tmgva.com
(401) 369-5823

Tom Shultz
Network Coach

tshultz@tmgva.com
(619) 884-2521

Josh Rock
Network Coach

jrock@tmgva.com
(757) 812-0299

Noel Bremus
Network Coach

nbremus@tmgva.com
(757) 646-2181

Christine Cooney
Network Coach

ccooney@tmgva.com
(412) 913-4779

Amelia Gulling
Network Coach

agulling@tmgva.com
(530) 520-5074

RESOURCES

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FLAG
Southern California Major Milestone Event Files
  • April 2024 Demand Signal Roundtable Discussion