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The Funding Patchwork Behind WorkTexas: How Mike Feinberg Built a Free Trade School
Most trade training programs charge tuition. WorkTexas does not — and the financial architecture that makes that possible is one of the more unusual aspects of the Houston nonprofit that Mike Feinberg co-founded in 2020. The program draws from more than 50 funding sources. Federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act dollars cover a significant share…
Read MoreDr. Tony Jacob’s Model for Serving Growing Communities
Dr. Tony Jacob created a healthcare delivery model specifically calibrated to the needs of rapidly developing suburban communities when he established his optometry practice in Lockhart, Texas. His approach demonstrates how healthcare providers can effectively serve populations in transitional areas—communities evolving from rural to suburban character. The expansion of this model to an 11-location network…
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Mike Feinberg’s Alternative to Four-Year Degrees Gains Momentum
The welding booth hums with activity as 19-year-old Marcus Johnson guides a torch across steel, creating precise beads that will soon be tested for industry certification. Just six months ago, Johnson was working minimum-wage retail with no clear career path. Today, he’s three weeks from completing WorkTexas training and has already received two job offers…
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Rudy Ruiz and 4 More Must-See Authors at the Texas Book Festival 2024
Bookworms, assemble. The Texas Book Festival is set to return to Austin on Nov. 16-17, showcasing a diverse range of authors whose works span various genres. This year’s lineup promises something for every reader, from literary fiction to thought-provoking nonfiction, making it a can’t-miss event for book lovers. Here are five authors you’ll want to…
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