What's Being Discussed
The Hawaii Workforce Development Council's Education & Career Pathways Committee will meet on Monday, October 5, 2026, from 1:00–2:30 p.m. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom. Key topics include:

Maui Hotel & Lodging Association: A presentation on workforce shortages facing Maui's hospitality industry, including staffing gaps and housing challenges, plus efforts to connect students and job seekers with hotel and lodging careers.
Hawaii Army National Guard: An overview of the Guard's mission, the difference between state and federal service (including pay, benefits, and retirement), available career fields (such as engineering, aviation, cybersecurity, and medical), and education benefits like tuition assistance and scholarships.
Executive Director's Report: Updates on recent and upcoming activities, including:

A working group on Workforce Pell Grants
An Artificial Intelligence symposium series
Industry listening sessions held over the summer
Upcoming modernization of the Eligible Training Provider platform with the University of Hawaii
Preparations to open a new American Job Center on Kauaʻi

Decisions Expected

A vote to approve the minutes from the August 10, 2026 committee meeting.

No other formal votes are listed, though the committee may discuss priorities and next steps for upcoming projects.

Who Should Pay Attention

Job seekers and students interested in hospitality or military careers in Hawaii
Maui residents and businesses in the hotel and lodging industry
Employers and training providers working with state workforce programs
Kauaʻi community members affected by the planned new American Job Center