When MAX announced our launch of our inaugural Leadership MAX Class of 2025, we were honored to learn of Amazon’s interest in serving as our Presenting Sponsor. Amazon has long been a highly impactful partner in metro Atlanta and Georgia’s economic development landscape, accounting for an estimated 34,000 jobs in the state according to company records. By serving as our Presenting Sponsor for the Leadership MAX Class of 2025, Amazon – which has built a culture around solving problems – is investing in developing our region’s workforce leaders so they can together solve problems for years to come.
MAX is honored to announce that Amazon is continuing its commitment to investing in our future leaders and will serve as our Presenting Sponsor for Leadership MAX – this time for our Leadership MAX Class of 2026!
Terreta Rodgers, Head of Community Affairs for Georgia with Amazon, noted how impressed she has been with the Leadership MAX experience in our inaugural year. In sharing Amazon’s commitment to continue supporting the execution of Leadership MAX, Rodgers shared Amazon’s appreciation for the partnership and enthusiasm for the work ahead. Special thanks to Amazon! Click here to learn more about Amazon’s footprint in Georgia and beyond.
The Leadership MAX Class of 2026, presented by Amazon, will be announced at our MAX Annual Meeting on December 10, 2025 – which will also serve as our graduation ceremony for our Leadership MAX Class of 2025. Class members will gather for our opening retreat in January 2026 and continue meeting through December 2026.
Interested in Joining the Leadership MAX Class of 2026?
Leadership MAX provides an exciting opportunity for workforce developers to grow within the workforce development community and develop into a community of peer leaders who will solve problems together in the years to come. Designed especially for developing leaders in the workforce development field, this cohort-based leadership development program is as an extension and evolution of our commitment to provide high-quality professional development and network-building opportunities for our members.
Deadline to apply for our Leadership MAX Class of 2026 is Friday, September 26, 2025. Click here to apply today.
Interested in Joining Amazon in Investing in Our Region’s Future Leaders?
MAX welcomes your sponsorship inquiries for our Leadership MAX Class of 2026! Program sponsorships are available throughout the year. Contact Joy Wilkins to learn more.
