Director of Workforce Programs
ARMA (Austin Regional Manufacturing Association)
Alexis Flores is the Director of Workforce Programs for Austin Regional Manufacturers Association (ARMA). ARMA is a 501C6 non-profit organization that is dedicated to strengthening area manufacturing in Central Texas. We support a thriving, unique industry through advocacy, workforce development, and networking. In this role Alexis works with workforce development organizations, K-12 regional school districts, colleges and local manufacturers to connect companies with local talent.
Born and raised in Austin, Alexis attended the University of Texas and majored in Economics with a minor in Business. She also spent time overseas in Rome, Italy, where she studied International Economics. Prior to working with ARMA, Alexis worked as the Manager of Corporate Expansion for Austin Chamber/Opportunity Austin. Through the Austin Chamber’s existing business outreach program, known as Connect First, Alexis was responsible for supporting new job growth generated from existing businesses by working with local companies across industry sectors to fully understand and address their corporate needs.
During her time at the Chamber, Alexis and her team were ranked as one of the 2019 Top U.S. Economic Development Groups; receiving the Mac Award for Excellence in Economic Development by Site Selection Magazine. Before working at the Chamber, Alexis worked at NRG Energy and Green Mountain Energy, where she held roles in finance, customer services and project management.
In her free time, she enjoys traveling, going to music festivals and swimming at Barton Springs.
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Building an Intentional and Inclusive Talent Ecosystem
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
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