Workforce Matchmaking and Texas Growth with Kori Bowen of TSTC

Kori Bowen, Vice President of Industrial Relations at Texas State Technical College (TSTC), joins "Super" Dave Quinn to explain how TSTC is fueling the Texas economy by connecting businesses with workforce-ready technicians. They discuss the college’s unique pay-for-placement funding model, emphasizing TSTC’s focus on high-demand, high-placement technical careers and direct industry engagement. The conversation illustrates how TSTC actively builds partnerships with both large and small businesses, tailoring training and education programs to meet immediate and long-term workforce needs.They also talk about how the college's statewide presence and its flexible, hands-on approach to training, ensuring consistency across regions while adapting to local economic needs. She also shares examples of grant opportunities, such as soft skills and leadership training, available to all Texas businesses regardless of size. Throughout the episode, the collaboration between TSTC, local economic development councils, and industry stands out as a key factor in supporting Texas' booming job market and helping businesses grow successfully across the state.Key Topics Discussed:TSTC’s unique funding based on student job placementCustomized training and partnerships with Texas industriesSupport for both large corporations and small businessesSoft skills and leadership training grantsStatewide campus coordination and local leadershipImportance of early engagement with local economic developersAdvice for business owners moving to or expanding in TexasPractical, real-world preparation for technical careersGet your free Texas business expansion or relocation resources today by visiting www.TexasEDConnection.com