Workforce Solutions Upper Rio Grande recognized 17 key stakeholders in the region November 12, with the Spirit of Excellence Award. The award recognizes partners that have gone above and beyond in their contribution to the workforce system – capturing the “Spirit of Excellence”.

Honorees were in one of four categories: staff, community partners, employers and training providers. Criteria considered during the selection process varied, according to category, but included state and board reports, in-kind contributions and return on taxpayer investment.

“Recognizing our partners that help us accomplish our mission and vision as a workforce system is invaluable,” said Workforce Solutions Upper Rio Grande CEO Lorenzo Reyes. “The successes we achieve are not accomplished alone, we work with partners to leverage resources and move our region forward.”

In attendance, at the event, were nearly 200 key stakeholders from across the six county region and Board Members. Below are the honorees at the second annual event.

Recognized Staff Members: Cora Chavira, Sylvia Vargas, Ileana Resendez

Recognized Community Partners: Presidio ISD, Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo, KXPL 1060 AM, KFOX TV, KINT Channel 26, El Paso Times

Recognized Employers: Dish Network, GC Services, Therm-O-Link, Socorro High, City of El Paso

Recognized Training Providers: International Schools, Center for Employment Training, UTEP