Small business owner’s in Midlothian looking to take their business to the next level have an exciting opportunity.  The Midlothian Chamber, in partnership with the MED and Edge Global, will be providing a year-long training program called “Accelerate Business – Level Up.” This comprehensive program is designed to equip local businesses with the essential skills and knowledge needed to grow in today’s competitive market.

 

“Accelerate Business – Level Up” is not your average training program. Instead, it’s a transformative experience that will help participants address critical areas of their business. Throughout the 2024 calendar year, participants will come together quarterly for full-day live workshops that promise to ignite growth and expansion.

 

One of the key components of this training program is helping participants create a shared vision for their business. Effective communication of this vision to inspire team members is crucial for fueling growth. By the end of the program, you’ll have the tools and strategies to lead your team confidently.

 

Over the course of the year, participants will delve into four critical areas:

• Leadership: Discover the secrets of effective leadership and how it can drive your business forward.
• Marketing & Branding: Learn the art of marketing and branding to make your business stand out in a crowded marketplace.
• Operational Engagement & Culture: Understand the importance of a positive company culture and how it impacts your operations.
• Financial Administration & Key Performance Indicators: Gain insights into managing your finances and measuring your business’s success.

Meet the Experts – Edge Global

The training program will be led by Edge Global, a company founded by Edwin Britt and Midlothian resident, Michael Ray Newman. Edge Global is known for its transformative business trainings such as “Life by Design” and “Mindset of a Champion.” These programs have delivered life-changing results throughout North America.

 

Sponsored by Midlothian Economic Development

The MED is proud to be the primary sponsor for this training series. Our support reflects our commitment to empower existing businesses in our community. Through our partnership with the Midlothian Chamber, our collective goal is to provide resources that will help Midlothian residents and area businesses grow and expand within our community.  

Students at either Midlothian or Midlothian Heritage High Schools, interested in attending dual-credit technical programs may now receive support to offset the majority of the cost, thanks to a partnership between Texas State Technical College (TSTC), Midlothian Independent School District (MISD), and Midlothian Economic Development Corporation (MED).

 

Beginning in the fall of 2022, dual-credit courses in Diesel Technology, HVAC Technology, and Industrial Systems are being offered at TSTC’s North Texas campus located in Red Oak. Through the program, high school students will take one course per semester during their junior or senior years. After high school graduation, students will transition to TSTC full time where they can earn a certificate in the field of study in two semesters or an Associate of Applied Science degree in three semesters. Upon graduation, students will be positioned for some of the highest demand and better paying jobs in our region.

 

While students are required to pay their tuition, MISD pays for the facility, instruction, and transportation. Through a $140,000 grant provided by the MED and approved by Midlothian City Council, the first 30 students for each program will receive a free tool kit for the applicable program.  Not only will these tools help students while attending TSTC, but as graduates, they also will be able to enter the workforce with the tools provided, rendering them more desirable job candidates. Tool kits range in cost from $710 to $2,700.

 

“New industrial development in Midlothian has prompted a growing need for a technical workforce,” said David Hurst, MED board chair.  “MED was created by Midlothian voters to grow our local economy. Helping to fund job training is one of the ways we can do that,” he explained.

 

“Midlothian ISD is excited about this partnership,” commented MISD Superintendent Dr. Jo Ann Fey. “It provides opportunities for learning that go beyond traditional classrooms!”

 

For more information, visit the following links: TSTC North Texas & Midlothian ISD partnership program information Diesel Equipment Technology, HVAC Technology, and Industrial Systems.  

Midlothian understands the importance of workforce and has made it a top priority for many years. Over a decade ago, the City of Midlothian partnered with Navarro College to develop a training center that helps ensure that we are addressing our local workforce needs.

The Midlothian Higher Education Center (“MHEC”) is a Multi-Institutional Teaching Center (“MITC”) that was first approved in 2011 by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. Through the MHEC, Navarro College, Tarleton State University, and University of North Texas at Dallas offer post-secondary courses. Navarro College leads our local workforce training initiatives by offering associate level and certificate courses that help provide entry level educational training and create a pipeline of students for the partner universities. These courses are offered to Midlothian high school students through dual credit and at the MHEC to our traditional community college learners. Bachelors and master level course are offered through our university partners for programs that are in high demand for our region. Currently in-person programs are being offered in business, healthcare, psychology, and education.

The MHEC campus was funded through a partnership with the City and Midlothian Economic Development. The financial support was crucial since Navarro College does not collect property tax in Ellis County as other community colleges do across Texas. Midlothian has made a commitment to provide approximately 20-acres off of Highway 287 for the MHEC. Currently about 7.5 acres have been developed with two buildings totaling over 50,000 square feet of space. The Midlothian community remains committed to the future expansion of the MHEC to address our community’s higher education needs for years to come.