May 19, 2023 | Employers, In the News
Austin-area city, workforce and financial leaders gathered at Austin PBS on May 17 to review the outlook for the affordability challenge that continues to confront the region amid years of growth and spiking housing costs. Amplify Credit Union’s first Central...
May 18, 2023 | Employers, In the News
Affordability in Austin has been at the forefront of conversations for years as many residents struggle to afford to live in the area, citing the high housing prices, stagnant wages and other increased cost of living factors, such as childcare and groceries. On...
Apr 21, 2023 | Employers, In the News
Video: Tamara Atkinson, CEO of Workforce Solutions Capital Area, gives insight on employment in the area to KXAN. Go deeper.
Apr 5, 2023 | Employers, Labor Market Reports
Workforce Solutions Capital Area (WFS) is the leadership and governing body for the Austin-Travis County workforce system. We are responsible for the planning, oversight, and evaluation of workforce development activities in the Capital Area, which has one of the most...
Mar 21, 2023 | Employers, In the News
Tamara Atkinson, CEO of Workforce Solutions Capital Area, delves into the role the organization plays in shaping the future of Austin’s workforce. We’ll explore how Workforce Solutions Capital Area supports the local workforce, what is the state of the...
Mar 6, 2023 | Employers, Labor Market Reports, Tech
The talent demand of today far exceeds the supply of skilled workers in every market, and Austin is no exception. Local companies looking to fill tech-related openings are having trouble recruiting and retaining mid to senior-level tech-related roles. Our new report...