Who We Are
We are a private, publicly-funded 501(c)(3) nonprofit responsible for the data-driven planning, oversight, and evaluation of workforce development activities in Austin-Travis County. Simply put, we connect local people to the most in-demand industries with quality jobs.
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Mission
To lead in the development of a world-class workforce
Vision
All people (our human capital) are productive and our region is prosperous
Core Values
Diversity · Leadership · Collaboration · Innovation · Accountability & Results
OUR IMPACTS
Austinites are higher-skilled and earning more after receiving our services
Highlight
⬆$30K
Average annual wage increases for individuals after completing training through us in 2022
Meet Our Board of Directors

Melanie Flowers
Pathful Inc.Board Chair

Mark Sherry
Baylor Scott & White HealthVice Chair

David Parks
enChoice Inc.Secretary/Treasurer
Meet Our Leadership Team

Tamara Atkinson
Chief Executive Officer
Yael Lawson
Chief Operations Officer
Angela Benavides
Chief Information Officer
Louis Tatum
Chief Financial Officer
Jameson Cardenas
Chief Marketing & Communications Officer
Cynthia Sanchez
HR Generalist