Harlingen EDC Boosts Workforce Development at Texas Workforce Commission Annual Conference

The Economic Development Corporation (EDC) of Harlingen, Texas, participated in the “TWC Annual Workforce Conference 2024,” a key event organized by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). This annual conference brings together business leaders, educational authorities, and economic organizations to promote workforce training and enhance regional competitiveness.

Jane Lozano, Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) Manager at Harlingen EDC, stood out during the event by engaging in networking sessions and activities focused on promoting key workforce skills. These initiatives, in collaboration with Workforce Solutions Cameron, aim to bridge the gap between educational training and the real needs of industries, ensuring workers have the tools necessary to adapt to a constantly evolving labor market.

Harlingen EDC’s participation strengthens the Rio Grande Valley’s position as a strategic hub for industrial manufacturing. It also fosters the creation of partnerships that benefit both local businesses and workers, solidifying the region as a benchmark for innovation and economic development.

Through its involvement in this event, Harlingen EDC contributes to consolidating the Rio Grande Valley as a leader in various industrial manufacturing processes.