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Kevin McCracken is the Executive Director of The Last Mile, a pioneering program focused on providing incarcerated individuals with the skills and opportunities necessary for reentry into the workforce. With over 25 years of experience in fair chance hiring and a background in social enterprise, Kevin has been instrumental in advocating for criminal justice reform through employment. Prior to leading The Last Mile, he co-founded a successful promotional products company that generated millions in revenue while prioritizing hiring individuals with justice-involved backgrounds. Now, at The Last Mile, he is spearheading initiatives to expand job opportunities for returning citizens, partnering with companies such as NBCUniversal and Dropbox to create sustainable career pathways.

In this interview, Kevin shares his personal journey from incarceration to leadership, detailing his mission to dismantle hiring stigma and create equitable job opportunities. He discusses the bipartisan momentum behind criminal justice reform, highlighting the economic and social benefits of integrating formerly incarcerated individuals into the workforce. He also explains how The Last Mile prepares individuals for real-world employment, working with organizations like the Indiana Pacers to facilitate second-chance hiring. Through personal anecdotes and industry insights, Kevin underscores the importance of providing fair hiring opportunities, not as charity, but as a way to access a highly motivated, resilient talent pool.

Episode Outline:

(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:02:00) The Importance of Fair Chance Hiring
(00:04:00) The Economic Impact of Criminal Justice Reform
(00:06:00) The Role of The Last Mile in Workforce Development
(00:09:00) Overcoming Stigma and the Power of Owning Your Narrative
(00:12:00) Navigating Post-Incarceration Barriers
(00:16:00) Transforming Prisons Through Meaningful Work Opportunities
(00:20:00) The Future of Second-Chance Employment
(00:25:00) The Last Mile’s Growth and Commitment to Impact
(00:30:00) The Pacers as a Model for Fair Chance Hiring
(00:35:00) Reflections on Leadership and Second Chances

Episode Resources:

Kevin’s Instagram:   / grandpakev  
Indiana Pacers / Pacers Sports & Entertainment: https://www.nba.com/pacers/
Indiana Pacers’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pacers/?hl=en
Indiana Pacers X: @Pacers
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR): https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/
Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC): https://www.in.gov/idoc/indianacorrec...
California Prison Industry Authority (CALPIA): https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/insidecdcr/ca...