Texas employers can learn how second-chance hiring can expand their talent pipelines at the Growth through Reentry to Advance Careers & Employment (GRACE) Conference, hosted by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) on October 20 in Austin.
The conference will focus on practical information for businesses interested in hiring individuals who are reentering the workforce after incarceration, including employer experiences, workforce training, HR considerations, and available state resources.
Event Details
- Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
- Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Location: Austin Southpark Hotel, 4140 Governors Row, Austin, TX 78744
- Registration Fee: $80, including lunch
What Employers Can Learn
The GRACE Conference will give employers an opportunity to hear from businesses and workforce professionals about second-chance hiring and how it can fit into their recruitment strategies.
Topics include:
- Corporate Success Stories: Hear how a large corporation has incorporated second-chance hiring into its workforce.
- Education and Training Behind the Walls: Learn about training programs that prepare individuals for employment after release.
- The HR Perspective: Get guidance on evaluating criminal history information fairly and legally.
- State Resources and Incentives: Learn about resources and financial incentives available to second-chance employers.
- Employer Perspectives: Hear from businesses about their experiences and strategies for making second-chance hiring work.
- Live Testimonials: Hear directly from individuals about their experiences with employment after incarceration.
Register for the GRACE Conference Now!
Register online here.
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