Labor market presents opportunities for some, leaves others behind

Funding opportunities to support local talent needs

3-minute read In this letter: Two great funding opportunities to strengthen our local workforce system through Texas Workforce Commission and Workforce Solutions Capital Area (WFS). 👀 What to watch: The WFS team is getting ready to launch Austin’s Hire Local Plan with...
Labor market presents opportunities for some, leaves others behind

Thoughts on President Biden’s address to county officials

3-minute read In this letter: My thoughts — with a local lens — on President Biden’s address to county officials at the National Association of Counties 2022 Legislative Conference. 📍 ICYMI: Workforce Solutions leadership convened with TWC Commissioner Julian Alvarez...
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Labor market presents opportunities for some, leaves others behind

What we’re watching in 2022

3-minute read 1 big thing in this letter: What we’re watching in 2022 for the local economy, nearly two years into the pandemic. 🙏 With gratitude: Although 2021 was undoubtedly another challenging year, there are many reasons to celebrate the great work done for our...