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August 2025
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Workforce Solutions Recognizes Top Employers in Southeast Texas
Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas proudly recognized six employers at the 2025 Employer of the Year Awards, presented during the August Board Meeting. This annual recognition highlights businesses whose leadership and commitment continue to strengthen both the workforce and the communities we serve.

The 2025 award recipients have distinguished themselves through innovation, employee investment, and community involvement. Their contributions extend beyond their own organization opening doors for job seekers, creating training opportunities, and supporting long-term economic growth throughout the region.

Each honoree was recognized for their unique contributions, from creating career pathways and investing in training to fostering inclusive workplaces and advancing community initiatives. Their efforts demonstrate the difference employers can make when they prioritize people, progress, and partnership.The event featured Texas Workforce Commission Commissioner Representing Labor, Alberto Trevino III, as keynote speaker.

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Southeast Texas Works Podcast! From Dollars to Hard Hats: Exploring Careers in Finance and Construction

Two podcast episodes were released in August of Southeast Texas Works featuring engaging discussions with local employers in both the finance and construction industries.

On our first podcast of the month, we welcome Daniel Marshall, Division Experience Center Manager, and Lori Higgins, Assistant Vice President of Business & Community Development, from Rave Financial. The duo discusses the credit union's growth across Southeast Texas, the rising demand for financial careers, and how the company uses innovative programs to help students, employees, and communities build lasting financial skills.

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Workforce Connects: On the Road with KAT Excavation & Construction

For this month's Macy Do It segment, Macy traded in the desk for the driver's seat with KAT Excavation & Construction. She spent the day learning firsthand about the daily roles and responsibilities of Class A and B CDL drivers. From understanding safety protocols to seeing the importance of precise coordination on the job, Macy got an inside look at how these skilled drivers keep operations running smoothly.

Make Macy Do It highlights the valuable careers available in Southeast Texas and gives job seekers a closer look at the hard work that drives local industries forward.

Want to ride along with Macy? https://setworks.org/make-macy-do-it/
Take Note: Connect with Qualified Candidates: Post Your Jobs in WorkInTexas

WorkInTexas is a key resource for employers to reach a broad pool of job seekers across Texas. By posting your job openings, you can create listings designed to attract qualified candidates in Southeast Texas.

Register and Post Your Jobs: Visit https://www.workintexas.com/ to create your employer account and post your openings.

Employer Support: Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas can assist with:
  • Posting and managing your job listings
  • Prescreening applicants
  • Creating customized postings to reach the right candidates
For assistance, contact our Business Services team at 1-877-834-5627.

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*Source: Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS)/Texas Workforce Commission and Bureau of Labor Statistics

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