Linking Economic and Academic Development (RGV LEAD) will host the State of Education and Industry on Sept. 24, providing a platform for collaboration, discussion of Valley-area current and future workforce needs, and a showcase of partnerships that have a direct impact on students’ upward mobility.
For more than 30 years, RGV LEAD has connected industry and educational leaders to address the workforce demands of the Rio Grande Valley. Our mission is to equip area youth with the skills and credentials needed to thrive in the 21st century. The State of Education and Industry is a call to action to forge stronger partnerships shaping the community’s future.
“We are excited to organize an event that speaks directly to the mission of RGV LEAD. The State of Education and Industry will present elements that have impacted and will continue to impact the economic prosperity and education of our youth, in alignment with our workforce needs,” said Marcos Silva, executive director of RGV LEAD.
Event Specifics
The State of Education and Industry takes place at 11 am. at the Bert Ogden Arena in Edinburg.
The event will feature Norman Roy Garza Jr., the inaugural executive director of the Texas Space Commission, as a keynote speaker. The TxSC, launched in March of this year, is at the forefront of strengthening Texas’ leadership in civil, commercial and military aerospace activities. Their mission includes promoting innovation in space exploration and commercial aerospace opportunities, as well as integrating space, aeronautics and aviation industries into the Texas economy.
The event will also include a panel discussion on K-12, college and industry partnerships that provide RGV students with life-changing opportunities.
We are proud to recognize the Edinburg Economic Development Corporation as a Legacy Builder Sponsor for their generous support in making this event possible.