2026 State of the Community- The Emerging Workforce (12 Nov 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Registration deadline: Monday, November 9th 5:00pm

Registration is required to attend the event.

Lunch is included with your registration!

Texoma HR Annual State of the Community Event

Thursday, November 12th- 11:30am

Building Texoma’s Emerging Workforce

As Texoma experiences rapid growth in advanced manufacturing, semiconductor technology, healthcare and the skilled trades, developing a strong local talent pipeline is more important than ever. This panel will give HR professionals a clearer understanding of the work already underway to prepare area students for rewarding careers close to home.

The conversation will follow the student journey, beginning with leadership, responsibility, collaboration and goal-setting skills developed through Sherman ISD’s Leader in Me program. Panelists will then explore Career and Technical Education, dual-credit courses, industry-recognized certifications, internships and other hands-on learning opportunities aligned with the region’s high-demand occupations.

The discussion will also highlight partnerships among local school districts, Grayson College, Workforce Solutions Texoma, economic-development organizations and area employers. Attendees will learn about current programs, plans to expand student opportunities and ways the HR community can support career awareness, mentorship, work-based learning and the development of Texoma’s future workforce.

Presenters:

Tony Kaai, President,

Denison Development Alliance

Dr. David Kirkbride, Superintendent

Denison Independent School District

Dr. Dustin Anderson, CTE Director

Denison Independent School District

Marsha Lindsey, Executive Director

Workforce Solutions Texoma

Dr. Jeremy McMillen, President

Grayson College

Dr. Thomas O'Neal, Superintendent

Sherman Independent School District

Kent Sharp, President

Sherman Economic Development Corporation

Registration is required to attend the event.

Lunch is included with your registration!

Payment is required at registration and is non-refundable.

Registration will cancel if payment is not received within 15 minutes of registration.

The use of this official seal confirms that this Activity has met HR Certification Institute’s® (HRCI®) criteria for recertification credit pre-approval.

LUNCH SPONSORS-

Christy Close, MsHRM, CHRMPA, SHRM-CP, PHR

HR Solid Foundation

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