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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.
Look for our March release which features one of our newest workforce partners,
the Texas National Guard, whose representatives are housed in the Beaumont
Workforce Solutions Center.
Please listen to these informative podcasts from our library available at this
link:
E44: ABC Southeast Texas: Preparing the Next Generation of Skilled Workers
Podcast guests Shadi Conner and Marcus Henslee discussed the importance of skilled trades
and craft training for the local Southeast Texas economy. Tune in to learn about the various
training programs offered by ABC Southeast Texas to fill high-demand jobs like electrical,
instrumentation, welding, and more.
E46: Beyond Blueprints: Exploring Engineering at Lamar University
Explore the dynamic world of engineering excellence in Southeast Texas with Dr. Brian Craig,
Dean of the College of Engineering at Lamar University. In this episode, Dr. Craig explains
the diverse career pathways to becoming an engineer and shares inspiring stories of success.
Join us as we hear why Lamar University's College of Engineering is one of the best programs
in the county.
E20: "Preparing Our Next Generation" with Dr. Shannon Allen
Beaumont ISD Superintendent Dr. Shannon Allen joins the show to talk about how BISD works
to prepare Beaumont youth for college and careers in the workforce. She also discusses
BISD's new maritime program, how she became a superintendent, how the school district
dealt with COVID, and the Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas Youth Career Expo,
among other topics.
The goal of the Southeast Texas Works! podcast initiative is to share information and views
of business leaders, elected officials, professional educators, workforce board members,
and others, on local issues, including the area's economic growth and the need for strategic
workforce development. Access all episodes on our website, setworks.org. Subscribe on Apple,
Google, Spotify, and Stitcher podcast providers.
Please contact Pamela Wise and Kevin King at
business@setworks.org for more information.
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