Tekscend Photomask of Round Rock Named 2025 Local Employer of Excellence at 28th Annual Texas Workforce Conference
Dec 19, 2025
Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area
CEDAR PARK, Texas – Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area (WSRCA) is proud to announce Tekscend Photomask, located in Round Rock, Texas, as the region’s 2025 Local Employer of Excellence, honored recently at the Texas Workforce Commission’s (TWC) 28th Annual Texas Workforce Conference in Corpus Christi. The award recognizes employers across Texas who demonstrate exceptional leadership in job creation, workforce advancement, and community partnership.
Tekscend Photomask is a critical part of Central Texas’s growing semiconductor and advanced manufacturing ecosystem. As a leading U.S. producer of high precision photomasks used in semiconductor design and production, Tekscend supports global chip supply chains while anchoring high skill career opportunities in Williamson County. The company has been expanding its manufacturing capabilities in Round Rock and has played a central role in strengthening regional talent strategies that benefit both industry and local workers.
“The Employer of Excellence award is a well-earned recognition for outstanding contributions to both the community and the Texas economy,” said TWC Chairman and Commissioner Representing Employers, Joe Esparza. “From job creation to workforce innovation, Tekscend Photomask is a model for a growing and thriving business in Texas.”
WSRCA nominated Tekscend Photomask for its ongoing investment in local workforce development, including participation in semiconductor sector partnerships, collaboration on customized training and upskilling initiatives, and proactive engagement with job seekers seeking entry into photomask technology, nanofabrication, and advanced manufacturing career paths. Their commitment to hiring local talent and building career ladders has created durable economic benefits for the region.
WSRCA CEO Paul Fletcher celebrated the recognition, noting Tekscend’s significant role in the region’s manufacturing growth.
“Tekscend is an exceptional partner whose leadership supports the long-term advancement of Central Texas advanced manufacturing,” Fletcher said. “Their commitment to innovation, talent development, and high-quality job creation strengthens our workforce ecosystem and helps ensure that communities across our region continue to benefit from the expansion of the semiconductor industry.”
For more information about Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area and its mission, visit www.workforcesolutionsrca.com.
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About Tekscend Photomask
Tekscend Photomask is a global leader in semiconductor microfabrication, operating eight manufacturing facilities worldwide and delivering advanced photomask and microfabrication solutions that support next generation chip production. Headquartered in Tokyo, the company combines industry leading research and development with a robust global service network to drive innovation, strengthen productivity, and advance sustainable growth across the semiconductor ecosystem. In addition to its core photomask capabilities, Tekscend is expanding into emerging microfabrication products such as nanoimprint molds, further broadening its impact on critical technology markets. Learn more at www.photomask.com/en.
About Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area
Workforce Solutions Rural Capital (WSRCA) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) community partnership and the certified workforce authority for the nine-county Rural Capital Area of Central Texas, which includes Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Fayette, Hays, Lee, Llano, and Williamson counties. WSRCA strengthens regional prosperity by connecting people, employers, and opportunities through no-cost services such as career coaching, training in high-demand fields, child care tuition scholarships, hiring events, and labor market insights. By equipping residents with skills for career success and providing employers with tailored workforce solutions, WSRCA helps ensure the region remains competitive, resilient, and ready for growth.
About the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is a state agency dedicated to helping Texans prosper through workforce development and economic opportunities. TWC oversees employment services, job training, and unemployment benefits, and works in partnership with 28 local Workforce Solutions boards across the state, including WSRCA. Together, they connect job seekers with employers and provide Texans with the skills needed to succeed in today’s economy. Learn more at twc.texas.gov.
