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Elected officials highlight need for trade job apprenticeships in Austin area
Austin's mayor says the region has about $25 billion worth of infrastructure projects but will lack about 4,000 needed workers per year without more training...
Jobs and redevelopment take center stage in annual economic development report
The Economic Development Department says it supported more than 27,000 jobs and distributed over $54 million in community investments during fiscal year 2024...
Annual economic development report highlights job creation and small business programs
The city of Austin’s Economic Development Department (EDD) said it supported more than 27,000 jobs through its programs and services in 2024...
Skilled labor crisis takes center stage at Economic Resilience Luncheon
The Foundation for Better Business launched its new annual signature event—the Economic Resilience Luncheon—by spotlighting a critical threat to Texas growth...
Central Texas Healthcare Partnership: Nursing Students Shine at 2025 Interprofessional Health Showcase
Students from The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing made an impressive display at the 7th Annual Interprofessional Health Showcase...
Funding for up to 1,000 new slots for child care may be coming soon for Travis County residents
The Travis County child care subsidy waitlist is over 5,000 children, according to Texas Workforce Solutions, or TWC, reports...
Meet our new board member: Dr. Larry Wallace, Jr.
We’re honored to welcome Dr. Larry Wallace Jr. to the Board of Directors at Workforce Solutions Capital Area. A veteran, former mayor, author, and longtime nonprofit leader, Dr. Wallace has shaped...
New Austin program helps connect residents with jobs as city begins major construction projects
In March, the city launched the academy with a career fair at Workforce Solutions Capital Area in North Austin...
Job fair seeks Austin workers for infrastructure, manufacturing openings
Austin-area job seekers interested in manufacturing careers will have the opportunity to meet with local employers at the 2025 Manufacturing Job Fair...
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