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Join us as we celebrate the exceptional businesses and individuals who support economic growth and development in the Heart of Texas region. This prestigious event will honor those who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to the workforce, community, and economy across six counties.

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Text on a green background: 2026 Annual AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE Banquet.
Text: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Thursday, January 15, Baylor Club at McLane Stadium.
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Join us as we celebrate the exceptional businesses and individuals who support economic growth and development in the Heart of Texas region. This prestigious event will honor those who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to the workforce, community, and economy across six counties.

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Platinum: Hill College, IBEW, Knauf. Silver: Heart of Texas, Worksite. Bronze: Webhead, Prosper Waco.
Platinum: Hill College, IBEW, Knauf. Silver: Heart of Texas, Worksite. Bronze: Webhead, Prosper Waco.
Platinum: Hill College, IBEW, Knauf. Silver: Heart of Texas, Worksite. Bronze: Webhead, Prosper Waco.

Each of these awards recognizes individuals and businesses who have significantly contributed to the workforce development system, helping both employers and job seekers thrive in our region. Click here to view award photos.

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Award Winners

Special thanks to our sponsors:

Outstanding Youth Participant

Sarah Sperling

Outstanding Program Participant

Tilmon Fenske

Outstanding Child Care Provider

Future Minds Childcare

Employer of Excellence for Bosque County

Lutheran Sunset Ministries

Employer of Excellence for Falls County

Shrieve Chemicals

Employer of Excellence for Freestone County

Big Brown Fly Ash

Employer of Excellence for Hill County

Wells

Employer of Excellence for Limestone County

Walmart Mexia

Employer of Excellence for McLennan County

Chaparral Insulation Co.

David K. Stanford HireAbility Employer

Caterpillar

Outstanding Small Employer

Himes Service Company, Inc.

Outstanding Large Employer

Knauf

Employer of the Year

Chaparral Insulation Co.

Partner of the Year

Mexia Economic Development Corporation

The Réne Clayton Outstanding Workforce Professional

Ashi'sa Laki Jones

Honorable Elenor Holmes Service to Community

Honorable Scott M. Felton

For questions or comments, please contact Anastasia Reyes at
254-296-5393 or Anastasia.Reyes@hotworkforce.com.

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