The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is proud to support opportunities that strengthen our workforce pipeline, and one of the most exciting ways to do that is by investing in our future healthcare professionals.

HOSA: Future Health Professionals will host its Texas State Leadership Conference right here in Corpus Christi, bringing together more than 3,500 students from across the state. These students, ranging from middle school to post-secondary, will compete in over 80 events designed to build leadership, technical skills, and career readiness in healthcare.

Volunteer Judges Needed

To make this conference a success, approximately 190 volunteer judges are needed to support competitive events.

Event Details:

• Dates: March 24–25, 2026
• Location: Hilliard Center, Corpus Christi
• Time Commitment: ~4 to 4.5 hours (flexible shifts available)
• No experience required: Training and materials are provided
• Perks: Light meal or snacks included

Events range from public health and medical innovation to interviewing skills, nursing assisting, and biomedical debate, ensuring there’s a fit for a variety of professional backgrounds.

Why This Matters

HOSA students represent the next generation of nurses, physicians, technicians, and healthcare leaders. Their participation in competitive events helps them:

• Develop real-world skills
• Gain confidence in professional settings
• Connect with industry professionals
• Explore career pathways in healthcare

As a business and community leader, this is your chance to directly impact the future workforce of the Coastal Bend.

Make an Impact

Serving as a judge is more than volunteering; it’s mentoring, inspiring, and helping shape the next generation of healthcare professionals. Your insight and encouragement can make a lasting impression on a student’s career journey.

Call to Action

We invite members of the business community, healthcare professionals, educators, and civic leaders to step forward and get involved.

Sign up to be a judge or learn more today:

• Contact: Marguerite Bagwell
• Email: geetbagwell@gmail.com
• Phone: 713-304-5767
• Guidelines: https://hosa.org/guidelines/

You can also share this opportunity with your colleagues, teams, and networks. Together, we can strengthen our talent pipeline and support the future of healthcare in our region.

Join us in making a difference one student at a time.