E43: Golden Triangle Polymers Project aims to hire Local First

This episode highlights the Golden Triangle Polymers project, a new multi-billion dollar joint venture between Chevron Phillips Chemical (CPChem) and QatarEnergy being built in Orange, Texas. Heather Betancourth from Chevron Phillips Chemical reveals details about the project and its Local First initiative, which aims to prioritize hiring local talent and sourcing local vendors and suppliers. Heather highlights the partnership with Workforce Solutions Southeast Texas on the employment side through an online jobs portal and job fairs. Discover the overall economic impact the project will have on the region.

For more information about the Golden Triangle Polymers Project and Local First visit https://www.goldentrianglepolymers.com/ and https://localfirst.setworks.org/.