Jul 4, 2021 | Blog, CEO Update |
3-minute read In this letter: The door is open to begin working or training in advanced manufacturing in Central Texas. Of note: U.S. Sen. John Cornyn met with Central Texas businesses on June 28 to discuss the nationwide semiconductor shortage and the...
Jun 27, 2021 | Blog, CEO Update |
3-minute read In this letter: What’s next for jobless Austinites after federal pandemic benefits end in Texas and how Workforce Solutions is helping them prepare. Good news: Compared to pre-pandemic times, Austin is best in Texas and No. 3 in the U.S. for...
Jun 20, 2021 | Blog, CEO Update |
3-minute read In this letter: The Austin unemployment rate continues to improve in May, and how our partnership with Austin Urban Technology Movement aims to bridge the gap between Black and Hispanic individuals and the tech sector. What to...
Jun 13, 2021 | Blog, CEO Update |
2-minute read In this edition: Austin has one of the best unemployment rates among major U.S. cities, and a snapshot of the women’s labor market picture. ICYMI: Workforce Solutions Capital Area is enrolling for the National Dislocated Worker Grant (NDWG) program,...
Jun 6, 2021 | Blog, CEO Update |
3-minute read In this edition: How local healthcare partners are creating a unified front through apprenticeships to address a skilled workers shortage, and a recap of Biden’s first budget request. ICYMI: Our 2021 Incumbent Worker Training RFP is now open. Responses...
May 30, 2021 | Blog, CEO Update |
3-minute read In this edition: In a new WFS report, research suggests the outcomes of stable housing efforts can be improved when combined with workforce development efforts. Good news: Comparing April against pre-pandemic February 2020, Austin’s 1.5%...
