About this episode

The episode discusses how innovation is transforming Texas and explores opportunities in entrepreneurship and workforce development with guest Justin McKenzie.

How innovation is transforming Texas—and where the biggest opportunities are emerging. In this episode of Stories of Change and Creativity, I had the chance to talk with entrepreneur Justin McKenzie, host of The Building Texas Show. We explore innovation across Texas—from small towns to major cities—and discuss workforce development and emerging industries. Justin shares insights from his career journey, along with lessons from interviewing leaders across the state. This episode is perfect fo...

People in this episode

Host: Professor Judy Oskam

Guest: Justin McKenzie

Topics covered

• innovation
• entrepreneurship
• workforce development
• economic growth
• Texas

Keywords

• innovation
• Texas
• entrepreneurship
• workforce development
• economic growth
• small towns
• major cities

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Building Texas Show

Places: Texas

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