Awards & Acomplishment
2025
TWC Innovation Grant Award ($140,000) – South Texas
Awarded during the 28th Annual Texas Workforce Conference in Corpus Christi, TX, to support a youth-focused initiative building AI literacy and entrepreneurial skills, preparing participants for a technology-driven workforce
2024
Heart of Texas Business Services Service to Veterans Award
Recognized for exceptional service and outreach to veterans through tailored workforce programming and employer engagement.
2023
TWC Child Care Employment Connections Award ($50,000) – South Texas
Awarded for successfully connecting at-risk parents to employment while enhancing the availability and accessibility of childcare services.
2023
TWC Employment Connections Award ($50,000) – Brazos Valley
Recognized for implementing innovative strategies that strengthened employment pathways and improved placement outcomes.
2023
TWC We Hire Vets Employer Recognition – Concho Valley
Honored for strong support of veteran hiring and training initiatives, reinforcing a commitment to inclusive workforce practices.
2022
TWC Board Partnership Award ($100,000) – South Texas
Celebrated for impactful collaboration between workforce, childcare, and training partners, creating a seamless pipeline to employment.
2022
TWC Service to Job Seekers Award ($100,000) – Brazos Valley
Acknowledged for outstanding customer service, individualized career coaching, and high job placement rates.
Leadership Recognition & Accomplishments
Manuel Ugues – 2025 H.G. Weisman Award (NAWDP)
Recognized nationally for outstanding service to the workforce development field. Manuel Ugues leads SERCO of Texas and serves on the NAWDP Board representing Texas.
Latresia William – NAWDP Leadership Academy Cohort (2026–2027)
Selected to participate in a national leadership program focused on mentorship, skill-building, and advancing workforce innovation.
Barbetta Womack – NAWDP Leadership Academy Cohort (2025)
Selected for a national cohort of workforce professionals committed to leadership development, collaboration, and driving impact across communities.