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Tracy panel highlights industry-aligned training and youth pathways to local jobs
Summary
A moderated panel at Tracy’s State of the City showcased partnerships among the city, San Joaquin WorkNet, Volt Institute and Open Innovation Center, emphasizing stackable credentials, employer partnerships, and youth engagement to keep talent local.
A panel at Tracy’s State of the City brought local workforce and innovation partners to the stage to explain how training programs link residents to industry jobs.
"So our goal is to connect job seekers and employers," said Patricia Birgene, executive director for the employment and economic development department with San Joaquin County WorkNet, describing WorkNet’s role in funding training and supporting both youth and existing employees.
Moderator Jorge Barrera, the city’s economic development manager, said the panel would focus on economic development, workforce development, youth initiatives and business support. Panelists described…
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