Mari De León Pushes Employers to Open Doors for the Valley’s Next Workforce
· Texas Border Business
Mari De León, executive director of RGV LEAD, urged Rio Grande Valley employers to provide students with workplace exposure to meet the growing demand in sectors like advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity. Speaking at a recent panel, she emphasized the need for partnerships between businesses and educational institutions to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world experience. RGV LEAD aims to connect students with industry opportunities, highlighting that many high schoolers are already exploring career paths. With over 69,000 students in their service area, De León called on employers to invest in the future workforce by opening their doors to students.
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