As discussed in a recent report by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC)’s Economic Development Research Partners (EDRP), workforce trends in automation and digitalization were well under way before the covid-19 pandemic and have accelerated quickly in its … [Read more...] about MAX Minutes with Louise Anderson, IEDC, to Focus on the Future of Work and Inclusion
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MAX Minutes Reviews Best Practice Program for Helping Refugees, Immigrants, and Naturalized Citizens
Georgia Piedmont Technical College's main campus is based in Clarkston, Georgia, a small city with the reputation as having the most diverse square mile in the U.S. due to the refugees, immigrants, and naturalized citizens who call the community home. As a result, GPTC is in a … [Read more...] about MAX Minutes Reviews Best Practice Program for Helping Refugees, Immigrants, and Naturalized Citizens
MAX Minutes to Focus on Addressing Workforce Shortages Through Bridging the Gap for Global Talent
Immigrants and refugees bring unique skillsets once they relocate to the U.S., but often face barriers related to language, licensing, and translating their credentials. With our current workforce shortages, it is imperative that we create clear pathways for these individuals to … [Read more...] about MAX Minutes to Focus on Addressing Workforce Shortages Through Bridging the Gap for Global Talent
MAX Minutes with Dr. Colleen Kraft Reviews the Latest on the Ever-evolving Situation with COVID-19
Many employers and workforce providers were preparing to re-open their in-person operations, but concerns generated by the Delta variant have created a great deal of uncertainty for present and future operations. Dr. Colleen Kraft, Associate Professor and Associate Chief … [Read more...] about MAX Minutes with Dr. Colleen Kraft Reviews the Latest on the Ever-evolving Situation with COVID-19
MAX Minutes Explored Removing Barriers for Maximizing Global Talent in Georgia
On Friday, August 6th, Darlene Lynch, Chair of the Business & Immigration for Georgia (BIG) Partnership, and Daniela Perry, Vice President with the Georgia Chamber Foundation joined MAX to review how immigrants have and continue to play a vital role in Georgia’s economic … [Read more...] about MAX Minutes Explored Removing Barriers for Maximizing Global Talent in Georgia