BioWare Austin honored at Texas Workforce Conference
BioWare Austin, a subsidiary of Electronics Arts, Inc., received the Employer Award of Excellence for the Capital Area region at the Texas Workforce Commission’s (TWC) 12th Annual Texas Workforce Conference. The award honors employers that are actively involved with their local workforce board and have made a positive impact on employers, workers, and the community.
“Strategic partnerships between regional employers and local workforce boards have created the foundation for the state’s resilient economy,” said Andres Alcantar, Commission Representing the Public for TWC. “I commend BioWare Austin and Workforce Solutions – Capital Area for their contribution to their region and the state of Texas.”
BioWare is an international video game development and production company, committed to upgrading workers’ skills in order to remain globally competitive. The company partnered with Workforce Solutions – Capital Area to explore several skills training initiatives, including a new software development process and Chinese language training. The initiatives have increased BioWare employees’ ability to communicate effectively with global partners and contribute to an expanding industry expected to benefit the region for years to come.
Workforce Solutions – Capital Area provides innovative workforce solutions by connecting business and skilled workers. Through strong partnerships and strategic collaborations, Workforce Solutions – Capital Area is building a well-educated, skilled workforce that enables the region to thrive in the global market.
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