BEDC Young Professionals Expanding Career Development

(PRESS RELEASE) Over 20 young adults gathered at the International Center for Trade on May 17 for the monthly BEDC Young Professionals Group meeting.  YPG President Will Worrell and YPG Lead Mentor Rachel Sahagun thanked Jaime Rodriguez and Eagle Grocery for sponsoring sandwiches and refreshments for the meeting.

The meeting featured a special presentation on career development by Ronnie Rivera of Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande.  Mr. Rivera also serves as the Vice-chair for the BEDC Labor Workforce & Training Sub-committee.  “It’s important that young professionals sharpen their skills as they prepare to move up the career ladder,” says Rivera.  “Certifications, education, skills training, community involvement, and resume building are all important steps in making each professional more marketable,” says Rivera.  “Workforce Solutions is committed to work with the Eagle Pass BEDC and any entity that will strengthen labor workforce in our region,” adds Rivera.

The Young Professionals Group is a leadership program of the Eagle Pass BEDC, Labor Workforce & Training Sub-Committee, aimed at retaining local talent by providing professional development, leadership skills, and community service opportunities for its members.  The Young Professionals Group is open to all working professionals between the ages of 21-35. 

For more information about the BEDC YPG, please contact ernie.gonzalez@emcstrategygroup.com or call 210.960.4340, ext. 101.