On Friday, August 19th, Emmy Williams and Ann Colloton with the Georgia Justice Project joined MAX to share how occupational licensing reforms could help more Georgians participate in the workforce and improve second chance hiring prospects with employers. In discussing how … [Read more...] about MAX Minutes Focused on How Occupational Licensing Reforms Can Improve Second Chance Hiring
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MAX Board Chair Encourages You to Share How Your Organization is Moving the Needle in Workforce
Dear Workforce Partner: The knowledge gained from reliable data and insightful information is critical to our MAX mission of helping our members become the best workforce development practitioners and organizations possible. For that reason, I’m asking you to participate in … [Read more...] about MAX Board Chair Encourages You to Share How Your Organization is Moving the Needle in Workforce
MAX Talks with McKenney’s Focused on the Rising Demand for the Skilled Trades Workforce
On Wednesday, August 10th, MAX Talks featured insights from David Tzimenatos and Chad Looney with McKenney's, The locally owned and operated firm has helped shape the skylines of Atlanta and other cities and has delivered high-quality, energy-efficient solutions since 1948. … [Read more...] about MAX Talks with McKenney’s Focused on the Rising Demand for the Skilled Trades Workforce
MAX Leadership Network Convenes for a Discussion on Demystifying Registered Apprenticeships
On Monday, June 8th, members of the MAX Leadership Network convened to learn about more about apprenticeships in general and impactful programs underway through Accenture, CareerRise, Goodwill of North Georgia, and Microsoft. This discussion with the Leadership Network was … [Read more...] about MAX Leadership Network Convenes for a Discussion on Demystifying Registered Apprenticeships
MAX Minutes with Georgia Justice Project to Focus on Workforce Growth through Occupational Licensing Reform
Occupational licensing is required for approximately 25% of U.S. jobs and those occupations often offer lower rates of unemployment and higher wages. However, Georgia’s current licensing law creates limitations for individuals with a criminal record when looking for employment … [Read more...] about MAX Minutes with Georgia Justice Project to Focus on Workforce Growth through Occupational Licensing Reform