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Workforce Board News
The next board meeting for Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas will be held Wednesday April 10, 2024, at 9:30 a.m.
Go to setworks.org for details.
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Southeast Texas Workforce Excellence: A Month of Recognition and Opportunity |
The Orange County Economic Development Corporation issued a proclamation,
"Salute to Southeast Texas Workforce Month", in recognition of workforce
collaboration and partnership expansion. The one-month initiative, from February
1st to March 7th, will showcase initiatives that focus on local workforce
opportunities, career pathways, and promote self-sufficiency through employment
opportunities.
Workforce development is composed of essential components including educational
partners, employers, and training providers, all collaborating to cultivate a
talent pipeline in workforce development. Recognized in the proclamation of
Workforce Month, Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas hosted its 10th annual
Youth Career Expo, a significant event that reached over 3,000 local high
school students from 39 schools. The Youth Expo featured 142 exhibitors from
diverse industry sectors such as education, business, construction, manufacturing,
law enforcement, healthcare, and STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering,
and Mathematics).
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Southeast Texas Works! Podcast Update
February's podcast release features a hot topic for Southeast Texas,
the creation of world-class downtown attractions in Beaumont, Texas.
Kenneth Williams, city manager, shares the vision of several innovative
projects designed to continue the revitalization of downtown Beaumont
including a riverwalk, hotel/convention center, and food truck park.
Learn about collaborative efforts the city leaders utilize to address
workforce challenges for current and future manpower needs. Hear Williams
explain his daily responsibilities in the running of a city and what
activities he engages in for exercise and well-being.
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Workforce Connects: "Connecting Classrooms with Careers: The Teacher Externship
Experience"
The Teacher Externship program is a transformative initiative connecting
educators with local employers to enhance their understanding of industry
trends and needs. Designed to immerse educators in authentic work environments,
this program aims to empower them to develop curriculum content that guides
students toward in-demand local careers with long-term growth opportunities,
equipping them for successful futures.
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Take Note - Registration is now Open! Texas Conference for Employers Update
Registration for the Texas Conference for Employers is now open! Whether you're a small
business owner, HR manager, payroll manager, or involved in hiring and employee management,
this conference is tailored for you. The Texas Conference for Employers session for Beaumont
will be held on Friday April 19th at Holiday Inn on Walden Road.
These in-person events across different cities in the state offer networking opportunities
with fellow business owners and access to experts providing actionable insights on various
small business topics. To register please visit
here.
For more information on the Texas Conference for Employers please contact 512-463-6389.
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Unemployment Rates - December
*Source: Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS)/Texas Workforce Commission and Bureau of Labor Statistics
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