Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast participated in the Texas Conference for Employers in Baytown on April 17, joining business leaders, workforce partners, and policymakers for a day focused on supporting employers across the region. Juliet Stipeche, Executive Director of the Gulf Coast Workforce Board, attended the event, highlighting Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast’s ongoing commitment to connecting employers with workforce resources and support.
Hosted by the Texas Workforce Commission’s Office of the Commissioner Representing Employers, the Texas Conference for Employers series provides businesses with practical guidance on employment-related topics and opportunities to connect with workforce partners. Texas Workforce Commission Chairman Joe Esparza attended the Baytown conference, where employers working with veterans were also recognized in collaboration with the Texas Veterans Network.
The conference offered sessions covering a range of topics designed to help employers navigate workforce challenges, including Texas employment law, wage and hour regulations, unemployment claims, employee handbooks, workplace privacy, background checks, and hiring practices. The events are designed for employers of all sizes, including small business owners, HR professionals, and payroll managers.
Stipeche’s participation reflects Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast’s role in supporting regional employers through partnerships, resources, and workforce development initiatives. By engaging directly with employers at events like the Texas Conference for Employers, Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast helps businesses stay informed, strengthen hiring strategies, and connect with available workforce programs.
The Baytown event was part of the 2026 Texas Conference for Employers series, which began in January and continues across Texas through September. The conference series provides employers with access to subject matter experts, continuing education opportunities, and networking with peers and workforce professionals.
In addition to Baytown, Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast representatives also engaged with partners across the region that day, including events in Stafford and Houston at the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, demonstrating continued outreach to employers throughout the Gulf Coast area.
Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast continues to participate in events like the Texas Conference for Employers to strengthen relationships with employers and support workforce development across the region.
