On Wednesday, October 16 Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas (WFSDallas) celebrated an incredible milestone of 40 years of transforming careers and communities. This celebration was a recognition of the partnerships and employers that make WFSDallas a beacon of hope and opportunity.
Honoring Outstanding Employers
This year’s event highlighted the remarkable employers whose commitment to their employees has set new standards in workforce development. The recipients of this year’s awards included:
Award Recipients:
- Employer of the year: Walmart
- Local Employer of Excellence: CanadianSolar
- AEL Employer: Toyota of Irving
- AEL Collaborative Excellence Award: EQUUS, Richardson ISD, and Northwest Community Center
- AEL Champion of Workforce Literacy: Taylor Farms
- Employer Award: Taco Cabana
- Community Partnership: AARP
Each of these organizations exemplifies the spirit of collaboration and innovation, playing a crucial role in shaping a vibrant workforce!
Celebrating Dedicated Employees
All that is accomplished through WFSDallas would not be possible without its employees and their dedication to strengthening our community through comprehensive workforce development initiatives!
A moment was taken to honor those who have devoted years of service to WFSDallas and its mission:
Employee Tenure Recognition:
- Ashley Verner, Interim President & CEO – 10 Years
- Connie Rash, Senior Vice President – 25 Years
- Masud Hasan, Senior Accountant – 25 Years
- Maria Mejia, Facilities & Purchasing Technician – 20 Years
These individuals have been instrumental in driving WFSDallas mission forward, and their contributions deserve every bit of applause!
Looking to the Future
As we celebrate four decades of success, WFSDallas is excited for what lies ahead. We remain committed to enhancing our partnerships and expanding our initiatives, ensuring that we continue to empower individuals and strengthen our community.
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