Linda Robinson is an Apprenticeship Consultant with ApprenticeshipNC, North Carolina’s State Apprenticeship Agency housed within the NC Community College System. In this role, she works closely with employers, community colleges, K–12 partners, and workforce organizations to design, register, and support high-quality Registered Apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs. Linda serves Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Stokes, Surry, and Yadkin Counties, helping build sustainable talent pipelines that align education with real workforce demand. With a strong background in workforce development and employer engagement, she is passionate about expanding access to earn-while-you-learn opportunities, supporting students and jobseekers, and helping employers develop skilled, job-ready talent. Linda is a strong advocate for apprenticeship as a long-term workforce and economic development strategy.