Why should veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses, job seekers, and employers attend? What free career resources are available long after the event ends?

In this episode of the FutureReady NextForce Podcast, Kelly Moreno, Chief Solutions Officer for Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area (WSRCA), is joined by Isaac Marquez-Diaz and Keith Callands from the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) to preview one of Central Texas' premier hiring events while highlighting the employment services available to the military community throughout the year.

Together, they discuss:

•  What makes the upcoming Job Fair-Con unique 
•  Why veterans are such valuable employees 
•  How employers can connect with highly skilled veteran talent 
•  Career resources available through the Texas Veterans Commission and WSRCA 
•  Tips to help job seekers get the most from the event 
•  How military spouses and transitioning service members can successfully navigate the civilian workforce 

Whether you're looking for your next opportunity, preparing to transition out of military service, hiring talented employees, or simply exploring workforce resources available in Central Texas, this episode is full of practical advice you can put to work immediately.

Job Fair-Con 2026

📅 Wednesday, July 22, 2026
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 Kalahari Convention Center
3001 Kalahari Blvd., Suite 5 (Lower Level)
Round Rock, TX 78665

Job Fair-Con is free to attend and open to veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses, all job seekers, their families, and employers. More than 200 employers and community organizations will be on hand with job opportunities, career resources, resume assistance, and workforce services.

Register for Job Fair-Con

🎟️ https://bit.ly/wsrcajobfaircon

Learn More

• Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area: https://workforcesolutionsrca.com
• CareerReady Central Texas:  https://careerreadyctx.com
• Texas Veterans Commission:  https://www.tvc.texas.gov

Our Thanks to Our Podcast Sponsor

The FutureReady NextForce Podcast is proudly sponsored by IBEW Local 520. Their commitment to workforce development, registered apprenticeships, and skilled trades helps make these conversations possible while supporting the next generation of Central Texas workers.

Learn more about IBEW Local 520: https://www.ibew520.org/

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FutureReady NextForce is the official podcast of Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area (WSRCA), exploring the trends, partnerships, and people shaping the future of work across Central Texas. Each episode features conversations with workforce leaders, educators, employers, and community partners working to connect people with careers, businesses with talent, and communities with opportunity.

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