The San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce is launching a new Education & Talent Pipeline Development program, aimed at bridging the gap between education and industry to shape the future workforce of the local region.
Recognizing the critical need for a continuous supply of workers for area businesses to succeed – the “talent pipeline” – the chamber is actively collaborating with partners in the workforce development ecosystem. The goal is to strengthen its capacity as a local best practice provider of talent development programs, closely aligned with employer needs and dedicated to supporting regional workforce development efforts.
Spearheaded by the Chamber Board of Directors and launched by Chamber President Page Michel thanks to funding from Hays County Commissioners Court, this endeavor features a newly appointed Education & Talent Pipeline Development Director, Liz Castañeda. Liz, an alumna of Texas State University, holds a BSW and MSW with a concentration in Administrative Leadership. Currently pursuing her PhD in Adult, Professional and Community Education, Liz’s experiences and commitment to education make her a key asset to the program.
