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Austin Hires Local, powered by Workforce Solutions Capital Area and hosted by WFS CEO Tamara Atkinson, dives deep with the trailblazers who are shaping the future of jobs in our...more

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Austin Habitat for Humanity's Triple Impact of Homes, Community and Hope with Michele Anderson

February 04, 2025

Austin Habitat for Humanity's Triple Impact of Homes, Community and Hope with Michele Anderson

Did you know you could own a home in Austin for $152,000? Discover how Austin Habitat for Humanity is making the impossible possible for...

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January 07, 2025

Shaping Texas’ Future: Commissioner Joe Esparza on Veterans, Employers, and Childcare

What innovative strategies is TWC Commissioner Joe Esparza using to support veterans and small businesses in the Texas workforce?  Join Tamara Atkinson and the...

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December 04, 2024

"The Courteous Commissioner”: Alberto Treviño on Building a Better Texas Workforce

Why is the Texas Workforce Commission and workforce boards often referred to as one of the state's "best-kept secrets"—a label that suggests they may...

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November 17, 2024

Redefining Apprenticeship: Workforce Solutions and National Trends with Melanie Flowers

Originally filmed Oct 24, 2024  How does the "Tool Belt Diva," Melanie Flowers, transform her passion for building into groundbreaking workforce development strategies?  Today...

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October 31, 2024

Building a Resilient Community: Comm. Brigid Shea on Childcare, Housing, and Climate Jobs

Host Tamara Atkinson welcomes Commissioner Brigid Shea to share her expertise on critical community issues like affordable childcare and workforce sustainability in Travis County....

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October 17, 2024

Solving the Wealth Gap Puzzle: Goodwill CEO Rob Neville on AI and Education

How did a childhood knack for solving the Rubik’s Cube springboard Rob Neville into college, and eventually a career in workforce development? Host Tamara...

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