Governor Kevin Stitt is asking Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell to take the lead in workforce development and has nominated him to be the next Secretary of Workforce Development. Pinnell’s focus will be working with the Department of Education and Department of Commerce to develop a workforce pipeline.
“Lt. Governor Pinnell is a successful businessman with a talent for fostering economic growth in Oklahoma,” said Stitt. “As Secretary of Tourism, his leadership saw the highest visitation levels we’ve had in state history, and I know he will bring that same level of excitement and energy into recruiting talent to Oklahoma.”
Pinnell is currently serving in Stitt’s cabinet as Secretary of Tourism.
“I am excited to take on the role of Secretary of Workforce Development and help lead the modernization of our economic development practices,” said Pinnell. “As an entrepreneur myself, I know Oklahoma is one of the best places to run a business. Companies are looking for a pipeline of talent to hire a quality workforce and get Oklahomans the jobs they need. I look forward to helping businesses partner with education and career training programs.”
If confirmed by the Oklahoma Senate next legislative session, Pinnell would step away from Secretary of Tourism to take on the duties as Secretary of Workforce Development.
