Sessions of 2025 Summer Conference: Brian Wright
Mr. Wright, Brian
Economic Development Business Manager
Western Maricopa Education Center
Brian A. Wright currently works as Economic Development Business Manager for the City of Buckeye. Brian brings over 20 plus years in Career Services, Performance Management, Customer Service, Auditing, Training, Employment Recruitment & Retention, Strategic Planning and Communication, Debt Management and Education experience. Brian’s experience spans working with fortune 500 companies such as American Express, Arrow Financial, Midland Credit and various public sector organizations. In addition, Brian has worked in both public & for-profit education entities such as West-MEC and Arizona Automotive Institute. Throughout his career Brian has created and championed several cutting edge projects. He is an author and served as speaker/ lecture for ACTAZ Summer Conference, Arizona Commerce Authority and other organizations across the country. He currently serves on WESTMARC’s Education & Workforce Development Committees and Board Member of the Buckeye Elementary School District Foundation. Brian serves on the newly formed West Valley Workforce Steering Committee. He recently achieved his Six Sigma Lean Yellow Belt and in 2023 became a AZED PRO. Brian is a proud member of Class 29 for LeadershipWest… Best class ever! Most recently the 2023 Golden Prospector Award recipient for his Economic Development “Reduce the Commute” Job Fair initiative. Brian has attended Baltimore City College, Morgan State University and graduated from Southwestern Bible College in Phoenix, AZ with a B.A. in Biblical Studies. Husband, Father & yes Pastor of a multi-location church. An energetic and dynamic personality that can always be relied on to exercise prudent judgment and initiative in getting task and assignments accomplished. He is a true servant/ leader and has excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
Sessions:
Developing Workforce Partners: The Missing Link
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- School Counseling
Often, when looking to develop a successful workforce ecosystem, we focus on the job seeker and getting their skills developed so they are ready to hire. However, the piece of the puzzle we never deal with are the businesses. They have antiquated processes and have not shifted into a more modern and efficient process. This session will tackle this concept and how to work with your business to uncover areas of opportunity that are impacting their ability to get the workforce they need.
