Created in 2005 by the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP), Workforce Development Month in September of each year raises awareness about the importance of the work that workforce developers do in connecting employers with the skilled workforce they … [Read more...] about MAX Celebrates Workforce Development Month with Recruiting Our 2nd Cohort for Leadership MAX!
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MAX Convenes Leadership MAX Class of 2025 for Economic Development Day, Presented by Amazon
On August 14, 2025, MAX convened our Leadership MAX Class of 2025 members for our Economic Development Day, presented by Amazon. The day began with opening remarks from Leadership MAX Class of 2025 chairs John Helton, President & CEO, CareerRise, and Breezy Straton, Vice … [Read more...] about MAX Convenes Leadership MAX Class of 2025 for Economic Development Day, Presented by Amazon
MAX Invites Workforce Developers to Apply for Leadership MAX – Join our Class of 2026 Cohort!
As part of our commitment to provide high-quality professional development and network-building opportunities for our members, MAX facilitates a competitively selected, cohort-based leadership development program known as Leadership MAX (L-MAX). L-MAX is a leadership … [Read more...] about MAX Invites Workforce Developers to Apply for Leadership MAX – Join our Class of 2026 Cohort!
Leadership MAX Class of 2025, Presented by Amazon, Enjoying a Summer of Experiential Learning
In the months of June and July, our Leadership MAX Class of 2025 members have enjoyed opportunities to participate in job shadowing opportunities with organizations that provide exposure to new experiences in the "world of workforce development." The purpose of these engagements … [Read more...] about Leadership MAX Class of 2025, Presented by Amazon, Enjoying a Summer of Experiential Learning
Leadership MAX Class of 2025, Presented by Amazon, Enjoys a Day at the Braves in Fellowship with Friends at Georgia Power
On June 29th, Georgia Power Community and Economic Development hosted our Leadership MAX Class of 2025 in the Georgia Power Suite at Truist Park for a rousing game between the Braves and Phillies. Leadership MAX class members enjoyed an amazing time with colleagues at Georgia … [Read more...] about Leadership MAX Class of 2025, Presented by Amazon, Enjoys a Day at the Braves in Fellowship with Friends at Georgia Power