Oklahoma Workforce Commission

🔛 Aerospace Week has commenced in Oklahoma, with a range of stakeholders statewide convening to recognize the aerospace and defense industry. This initiative is designed to underscore innovation, workforce development, and the advanced technologies that are shaping the future of flight, space, and national defense in the state.

☕ Today, the Oklahoma Workforce Commission initiated the week's events by attending "Pathways and Pastries" with Rose State College, which prominently features their AI STEM simulator laboratory.

🛫 Throughout the week, several significant events are scheduled, including AERO Oklahoma: Aviation, Aerospace & Defense Awareness Day at the State Capitol on April 1, organized by the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics.

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Director Brent Haken, CareerTech, and CEO Kyla Guyette, Workforce Commission, joined Secretary Trae Rahill of the Employment Security Commission for Workforce Day at the Capitol, uniting their efforts to inspire positive change and strengthen the future of Oklahoma's workforce.

Rep. Mark Chapman, HD 12, visited with Director Kyla Guyette at the 2026 Workforce Day at the Capitol. Top employers in Broken Arrow include a mix of public institutions and private companies with significant contributions from healthcare, education, and manufacturing.

Boeing representative Todd Pauley and State Representative Marilyn Stark visited the Oklahoma Workforce Commission coffee cart during the 2026 Workforce Day at the Capitol. The aerospace sector stands as a beacon of growth, last reporting an impressive 206,000 jobs in the state.

Workforce Day at the Capitol launched its inaugural event commemorating workforce development in the state. This event highlights the ongoing transformation of the state's workforce system bringing partners together aligning programs and streamlining services for better outcomes.

We express our deepest appreciation to Angie Robinson and the staff of the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission, as well as Sandra Shelton and the staff of the Oklahoma Workforce Commission, for their dedication to cultivating Oklahoma's future workforce through the successful launch of its inaugural Capitol Day. Onward, Oklahoma!

↔️ Thank you to the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services for the work you are doing on behalf of Oklahomans.

We are proud to represent Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services at Workforce Day at the Capitol!

It was a great opportunity to connect with partners, employers, and community members to highlight how our Business Services Program supports workforce development across Oklahoma. From empowering individuals with disabilities to helping businesses build strong, inclusive teams, we’re committed to shaping a workforce that works for everyone.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table—we’re excited to continue building partnerships that make a difference!

🚀 Shaping the future of the workforce together! 🚀

The Oklahoma Workforce Commission joined the IMPACT meeting, hosted by the OKDRS Business Services Program in partnership with the Manufacturing Skills Academy. This meeting was all about exploring the resounding benefits and returns of hiring individuals with disabilities in the workforce. They highlighted how manufacturers and other businesses can strengthen their talent pool by tapping into the talents of these invaluable Oklahomans. If you're curious to learn more, check out https://mfgskillsacademy.org!