# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 State of Healthcare Workforce Forum - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 08:30 am – Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 11:35 am - **Event Description**: By Workforce Solutions Capital Area, Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area and the Central Texas Healthcare PartnershipAbout this EventSupported BySt. David's FoundationParking InfoPlease do not navigate to Austin PBS' street address. When using Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze, simply enter "Austin PBS" and you will be navigated to the public entrance. If using rideshare, navigate to 906 Clayton Lane.Free street parking is available around the building and in the surface lot across the street. Free covered parking is available in the Austin Community College Highland South Parking Garage (Entry #5 on Clayton Lane).? About this eventJoin Workforce Solutions Capital Area, Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area, and St. David’s Foundation for the second annual State of Healthcare Workforce Forum, an event highlighting the impacts of the Central Texas Healthcare Partnership.Building upon last year’s conversations and insights, this year’s program will explore progress made, emerging challenges and collaborative solutions shaping the future of healthcare workforce development in Central Texas. We’re excited to feature new speakers and industry leaders through keynote insights, panel discussions and conversations focused on education-to-career pathways.We welcome healthcare employers and education and training providers as well as leaders in business, K-12 education, higher education, workforce development, philanthropy and elected officials to attend.Special guest speakers include:Workforce Solutions Capital Area CEO, Yael LawsonWorkforce Solutions Rural Capital Area CEO, Paul FletcherTexas State Representative Donna Howard, District 48University of Texas at Austin Ernest A. Sharpe Centennial Professor, S. Craig WatkinsBaylor Scott & White Health Vice President of Workforce Development Programs, Phil KendziorSt. David’s HealthCare Division VP of Clinical Informatics, Stacey Beason-BurklundSt. David’s Foundation President and CEO, Dr. Edward BurgerTexas State University Round Rock Campus Vice President, Dr. Julie LessiterCapital IDEA Executive Director, Alyssia Palacios-WoodsAustin Community College District Chancellor, Dr. Russell Lowery-HartBastrop County Public Health Department Executive Director, Donna NicholsWorkforce Solutions Capital Area Director of Healthcare Partnerships, Ashley KingWorkforce Solutions Rural Capital Area Healthcare Sector Partnerships Manager, Laura RosenAnd more to be announced!Agenda?: 08:30 AMRegistration, breakfast bites, coffee and networking?: 09:00 AMWelcome & opening remarks?: 09:15 AMKeynote address by Texas State Representative Donna Howard?: 09:35 AMAI in the Healthcare WorkforceInfo: Panel discussion moderated by S. Craig Watkins, Ernest A. Sharpe Centennial Professor, University of Texas at Austin, featuring leadership from Ascension Seton, Baylor Scott & White Health, and St. David’s HealthCare?: 10:15 AMCentral Texas Healthcare Workforce OutlookInfo: Central Texas Healthcare Workforce Outlook: Occupations and the Education Pipeline presentation by Ashley King, Workforce Solutions Capital Area and Laura Rosen, Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area?: 10:30 AMWorkforce at the CrossroadsInfo: Workforce at the Crossroads: The Institutions Building Healthcare Talent Pipelines for Central Texas panel discussion moderated by Dr. Edward Burger, St. David’s Foundation, featuring leadership from Austin Community College District, Capital IDEA, and Texas State University?: 11:10 AMMeeting Individuals Where They Are and Creating Innovative Healthcare PathwaysInfo: Presentation by Donna Nichols, Bastrop County Health Department?: 11:25 AMClosing remarks?: 11:35 AMProgram conclusion; networking - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/austin/2026-state-of-healthcare-workforce-forum/100001995572904276 - **Event Categories**: business, health-wellness, workshops, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours 5 minutes - Location: Austin PBS - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Austin - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: Austin PBS - **lat**: 30.3243837 - **long**: -97.71369179999999 - **full address**: Austin PBS, 6101 Highland Campus Drive, Austin, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 State of Healthcare Workforce Forum - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/2a76a828f0b31c2bcff9d5775e360d27c824d1a89b03b8381f612934f8e8f480-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1785823601 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 State of Healthcare Workforce Forum being held? - **A:** 2026 State of Healthcare Workforce Forum takes place on Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 08:30 am to Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 11:35 am at Austin PBS, 6101 Highland Campus Drive, Austin, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 State of Healthcare Workforce Forum? - **A:** 2026 State of Healthcare Workforce Forum is organized by Workforce Solutions Capital Area. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 State of Healthcare Workforce Forum is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Austin, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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