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"Southeast Texas Works!" PODCAST UPDATE
In June, the second episode of our conversation with Chris Kirkendall, Hardin County
Commissioner and Judge Pro-Tem was released. Kirkendall is actively involved in his
community and shares his goals for the continued growth and success of Hardin County.
He discusses the importance of workers being willing to be trained, the value of good
customer service, and the need to implement broadband connectivity to the county.
Finally, Kirkendall explains his successful transition back into civilian life after
serving his country in the military.
Look for the release of the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME)
podcast in July which features guests Tony Davis, The Manufacturing Institute National
Director, FAME USA, Stacey Nichols, President, FAME Golden Triangle Chapter, and
Dereck Cloeren, Operations Manager, Cloeren Incorporated. This informative podcast
highlights the benefits for students who are selected to participate in the FAME
program and benefits to employers that need skilled, trained workers.
Listen to these podcasts in the Southeast Texas Works! library:
E31: Skilled Trade Apprenticeships
Justin Cooper and Trey Berryman of the Southeast Texas Building and Construction
Trades Council join the show to talk about apprenticeship programs in the skilled
trades. With more than $54 billion in current projects and long-term investments,
skilled workers are in-demand in Southeast Texas and apprenticeship programs can be
the pathway to a rewarding career.
E29: Southeast Texas Economic Overview & Jobs Forecast
This is THE podcast for LMI data enthusiasts! Texas Workforce Commission Economist
William Lutz provides an economic overview and jobs forecast for our area. He explains
the Southeast Texas industry mix and how it affects the unemployment rate. We also
discussed how youth can use labor market information to help make a career choice.
E17: ISTC is Crucial Gateway to Petrochemical Industry in Southeast Texas
Katie Celli, with Industrial Safety Training Council, talks about how ISTC continues to
act as a crucial gateway to the petrochemical industry during the COVID-19 pandemic. Katie
also talks about her new role as executive director of the Golden Triangle Business Roundtable
and her side gig as singer for local band 3CG.
The goal of the Southeast Texas Works! podcasts 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. 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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