Help Jump Start the Region's Economic Recovery

As a member of the local workforce board, the Chamber is invested in workforce initiatives throughout the region, including a new program sponsored by Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas.

The Texas Back-to-Work Initiative encourages employers to jump start our economic recovery by hiring unemployment insurance recipients. The Texas Back-to-Work (TBTW) Initiative targets employers who hire first-time claimants receiving regular state UI benefits as well as individuals who have exhausted all UI benefits. Texas employers who hire and retain eligible individuals for 120 days in full-time employment are eligible to receive a wage subsidy of up to $2,000.

About Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas:
Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas is the premiere workforce planning and development agency in Texas. The Board ensures the development and implementation of a system of services that complements economic development– as a resource for employers to access employees they need, and training individuals to be successfully employed. The Board manages approximately $84 million dollars in workforce development funds. These funds provide a broad range of programs to address local workforce issues with business directed objectives including job training, workplace education, child care and educational initiatives. If you would like more information on the initiative, please contact Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas at 214-302-5555 or email TBTW@wfsdallas.com.

About the Dallas Regional Chamber’s Workforce Initiatives:
The Dallas Regional Chamber’s workforce initiative is focused on facilitating local economic development by providing forums and educational opportunities related to workforce development issues; serving as liaison between business, education and government to address and anticipate workforce challenges; proactively partner with the Chamber Education and Leadership Development committees to synergistically address short and long term solutions to workforce requirements; and to work with other businesses and community organizations to synergistically address short and long term goals. For more information on workforce initiatives visit www.dallaschamber.org or contact cdelossantos@dallaschamber.org.