AUSTIN ⎯ Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Commissioner Representing Employers Aaron Demerson, will present Workforce Solutions Coastal Bend, along with partner Kingsville Chamber of Commerce, a Texas Industry Partnership grant of $150,000.  The TIP grant funds will create training programs in collaboration with Coastal Bend College to support civilian operations necessary to the mission of Naval Air Station Kingsville. 

About TIP: The Texas Industry Partnership program, funded through Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act federal funds, allows local workforce development boards apply for funds, leveraged by local industry partners, on the behalf of workforce related project. The funds are to create occupational job training programs in high demand occupations, with a particular focus on jobs related to the state’s designated industry clusters. Funding can be used for, but is not limited to, curriculum, equipment, instructors, and small building improvements. 

For more on this training program, businesses are encouraged to contact their local Workforce Solutions office or visit the Texas Industry Partnership Program webpage. 

Workforce Solutions Coastal Bend contact: Xena Mercado, 361-232-1644, xena.mercado@workforcesolutionscb.org