Post by Celeste Granger

This is a must watch! I’m excited to get to work with Jess Key, she brings a wealth of knowledge to our region. In the latest episode of The Works, host William Floyd (Executive Director of DEW) sits down with Jess Key, Director of Talent Acquisition at Newport News Shipbuilding, to discuss the company’s expanding footprint in South Carolina. Newport News Shipbuilding isn't just expanding operations—they are creating sustainable, long-term career pathways for South Carolinians. From high-tech manufacturing to hands-on craftsmanship, the demand for a skilled workforce is surging.