Everything UTRGV's Ron Garza said at GBIC's 2023 Rally in the Valley Conference
BROWNSVILLE, Texas - On Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, the Greater Brownsville Incentives Corporation (GBIC) hosted their second annual Rally in the Valley Conference.
The networking event, held at the Brownsville Events Center, connected high school students from Brownsville ISD with prominent industry partners offering student internship opportunities.\xa0
The Texas Workforce Commission participated, including Aaron Emerson, the commissioner representing employers on the TWC board.
Brownsville Mayor and GBIC Chairman of the Board John Cowen, Jr., said the dynamic networking event aimed to connect local high school students with prominent industry partners offering student internship opportunities. He said students attending will gain invaluable insights into potential career paths, engage with industry experts, and could even secure an internship with one of Brownsville\u2019s leading employers.
\u201cWith the annual Rally in the Valley 2.0, GBIC emphasizes the importance of interactions between local students and industry leaders,\u201d Cowen said. \u201cSuch engagements not only enlighten students about internship opportunities, but they also help them recognize and articulate their professional interests.\u201d
Bret Gardella, CEO and executive director of GBIC, was just as enthusiastic about the event.
\u201cThis event, encapsulates our commitment to fostering the future of Brownsville,\u201d said Bret Gardella, CEO and Executive Director of the GBIC. \u201cWe recognize the unmatched potential of Brownsville students. These young individuals are not just the future of our community, but also the key drivers of innovation and growth for the entire region.\u201d
One of the panelists was Ron Garza, associate vice president for workforce and economic development at UT-Rio Grande Valley.
Here is an audio recording of everything Garza said during the panel discussion. GBIC\u2019s Gardella was the panel moderator.
Editor's Note: To read the full story go to the Rio Grande Guardian website.
To read the new stories and watch the news videos of the Rio Grande Guardian International News Service go to www.riograndeguardian.com.