Tuesday: Hiring Red, White & You! Connects Veterans and All Job Seekers with Central Texas Employers
Posted by: Brian Hernandez
The 15th annual statewide hiring event comes to Round Rock and San Marcos on November 10, offering priority access for veterans and military families before opening to all job seekers.
A new career can begin with a single conversation.
And on Tuesday, November 10, job seekers across Central Texas will have two opportunities to make those connections as Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area (WSRCA) hosts its 15th Annual Hiring Red, White & You! events in Round Rock and San Marcos.
Held just one day before Veterans Day, this statewide initiative brings employers together with veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses and families who are ready to explore new careers and put their experience to work.
But here's something everyone should know: You don't have to be a veteran to attend!
While the morning begins with priority access for military-connected job seekers, both events open to the general public at 11 a.m.
Whether you've served our country, are changing careers, returning to work or simply looking for something new, there's an opportunity waiting to be explored.
Why Military Experience Matters to Central Texas Employers
Military service prepares people for challenges that extend far beyond the uniform.
Veterans bring valuable experience in leadership, teamwork, logistics, technology, maintenance, healthcare and problem-solving. These are the same skills Central Texas employers need to grow their businesses and strengthen their teams.
Consider a veteran who managed complex military operations. That experience could translate into a career in manufacturing, transportation or logistics.
Someone who maintained advanced military equipment may already have the technical foundation needed for a career in skilled trades or advanced manufacturing.
And a service member who led a team under pressure may have the leadership experience an employer needs, even if their military job title looks different from a civilian position.
The challenge is helping employers and job seekers recognize those connections.
That's where Hiring Red, White & You! comes in.
How a Statewide Partnership Creates Local Opportunities
Hiring Red, White & You! is a statewide initiative supported by Texas' 28 Workforce Solutions boards, the Texas Workforce Commission, the Office of the Governor, the Texas Medical Center and the Texas Veterans Commission.
Together, these partners are helping military-connected Texans transition into meaningful civilian careers while connecting businesses with experienced, motivated talent.
Here in the Rural Capital Area, WSRCA is bringing those opportunities directly to Round Rock and San Marcos.
And we've seen what these connections can accomplish.
Last year's events welcomed more than 350 job seekers and 124 employers, representing industries including healthcare, manufacturing, information technology, public service and skilled trades.
But the real impact goes beyond attendance numbers.
It's the veteran who discovers that years of military experience qualify them for a career they hadn't considered.
It's the military spouse who connects with an employer offering a fresh start.
And it's the local business that meets someone whose skills and experience are exactly what it needs.
Sometimes, one conversation is all it takes to open a new door.
What to Expect on Tuesday
Both events begin at 9 a.m. with welcoming remarks from workforce, community and state leaders, followed by opportunities to meet employers and explore available positions.
In Round Rock, WSRCA Chief Solutions Officer Kelly Moreno will welcome attendees alongside Round Rock Councilmember and WSRCA Board Treasurer Rene Flores, Texas Workforce Commission Unemployment Insurance Division Director Lowell Keig and Texas Veterans Commission District Supervisor Keith Callands.
In San Marcos, WSRCA Managing Director Yvonne Lopez will welcome attendees, joined by WSRCA Board Chair Frank Leonardis, San Marcos Mayor Jane Hughson, Texas Workforce Commission Office of Communications & Media Director Amy Landrum and Texas Veterans Commission Rural Veteran Career Advisor Marcus Bollinger.
Their participation reflects a shared commitment to helping veterans, military families and our broader workforce connect with meaningful career opportunities.
Following the opening programs, attendees can speak directly with employers, learn about available jobs and explore industries that are hiring across Central Texas.
What You Need to Know: Locations, Times and Registration
Both events are free to attend.
Veterans, transitioning service members and military families receive priority access from 9 to 11 a.m. Both locations then open to all job seekers from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Veterans and Military Families: 9–11 a.m.
General Public: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Round Rock Hiring Event
Round Rock Sports Center
2400 Chisholm Trail Road
Round Rock, TX 78681
San Marcos Hiring Event
San Marcos Activity Center
501 E. Hopkins St.
San Marcos, TX 78666
Job seekers are encouraged to register in advance and attend during their designated hours.
For additional event details and veteran employment resources, visit the WSRCA Hiring Red, White & You! webpage.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit
You don't need to have your entire career figured out before walking through the door.
But a little preparation can make a big difference.
Bring several copies of your updated résumé, dress professionally and be ready to introduce yourself to employers.
Think about the skills you've developed, the experience you bring and the opportunities you'd like to explore.
For veterans and transitioning service members, that means looking beyond military job titles and considering how your experience translates into civilian careers.
Did you manage equipment, lead a team, coordinate operations or solve technical challenges? Those skills matter to employers.
And for everyone attending, keep an open mind.
Your next opportunity might come from a company or industry you hadn't previously considered.
Most importantly, come ready to have conversations. You never know where one might lead.
Employers, Great Talent Is Ready to Connect
Hiring Red, White & You! is also an important reminder of the tremendous talent available across Central Texas.
Veterans and transitioning service members bring years of professional experience, technical knowledge and leadership skills.
Military spouses bring their own valuable backgrounds, adaptability and commitment to building successful careers.
And the broader job-seeking community includes people with experience and potential across nearly every industry.
For employers, recognizing those strengths and looking beyond traditional job titles can open the door to exceptional candidates.
WSRCA also offers year-round, no-cost recruitment services and workforce resources to help businesses connect with the talent they need.
Honoring Service by Creating Opportunity
Veterans Day is a time to recognize the courage, commitment and sacrifices of those who've served our nation.
But appreciation can also take the form of action.
Hiring Red, White & You! gives us an opportunity to help veterans and military families build successful futures while strengthening the businesses and communities they call home.
And by welcoming the general public, we're extending those same opportunities to everyone ready to take the next step.
At WSRCA, our commitment to veterans and their families doesn't begin or end with a single event. Through our partnership with the Texas Veterans Commission and year-round workforce services, we're helping military-connected Texans and all job seekers access career guidance, employment assistance and new opportunities.
Whether you've worn the uniform or are simply ready for your next career move, we hope to see you Tuesday!
Join us November 10 in Round Rock or San Marcos and discover where your next opportunity could begin.
Ready to take the next step?