WE Align

Purpose

The Workforce and Education Alignment Group, or “WE Align” is a hometown initiative started in 2021 by Marshall Economic Development. The purpose is basic but essential: To increase communication between our businesses and our educators, to help better serve each other. WE Align facilitates essential communication between educators and local employers, ensuring that taught skills (supply) align with industry needs (demand). A thriving community and economy depend on maintaining this dialogue intentionally and efficiently. Local businesses must actively build their future workforce pipelines to secure skilled labor for sustained success. Marshall Economic Development drives meaningful private-sector engagement to strengthen this crucial connection.  Read the WE Align bylaws here.

WE Align Council

Established in 2024, the WE Align Council plays a pivotal role in guiding workforce investments within Marshall's PK-12 education system. The council votes, advocates, and advises on the strategic allocation of workforce dollars, often collaborating with local post-secondary institutions to ensure meaningful partnerships that strengthen the future labor market.  

Council members:  

WE Align Partners

Republic Elite, The City of Marshall, Harrison County, Harrison County Ag-Extension, Thumper Fab, 1st National Bank of Hugh Springs, AACC, GWCCC, Chamber of Commerce, Longview EDC, Marshall EDC, Marshall EDC Board Member, Workforce Solutions East Texas, T G Mullins Consulting, Tatum EDC, Texas Workforce Commission, Century 21, ETBU, Marshall ISD, Panola College, Region 7 ESC, TSTC, Wiley University, CV Bookkeeping Services, First National Bank, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Christus, Community Healthcore, Eastman, Komatsu, Prysmian, Thumper Fab, Matis Productions, & The Glam Room.  

Next Steps:

Join our next WE Align Meeting on the first Tuesday every month from 12 - 1 pm. Lunch is provided. Contact wealign@marshalledc.org or call (903) 934-8035 to get on the meeting list and for more details.