On May 14, 2026, MAX convened members of the Leadership MAX Class of 2026 for Economic Development Day, presented by Amazon. The day began with welcome remarks from program chairs Jenny Taylor, Chief Mission Officer and Vice President of Career Services for Goodwill of North … [Read more...] about MAX Convenes Leadership MAX Class of 2026 for Economic Development Day, Presented by Amazon
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MAX Academy, Presented by Google, Convenes Workforce Partners to Explore Apprenticeships
The MAX Academy on Mastering Apprenticeships and Pre-Apprenticeships, presented by Google, convened more than 90 workforce development professionals, educators, employers, nonprofit leaders, and other workforce stakeholders for an in-depth exploration of apprenticeship and … [Read more...] about MAX Academy, Presented by Google, Convenes Workforce Partners to Explore Apprenticeships
MAX Minutes with David Giguere, Atlanta Regional Commission, to Focus on AI and the Future of Work
From digital assistants and machine learning to smart glasses and humanoid robotics, artificial intelligence is already reshaping both white-collar and blue-collar work—often in ways that aren’t yet fully visible. How can workforce partners navigate uncertainty, support talent … [Read more...] about MAX Minutes with David Giguere, Atlanta Regional Commission, to Focus on AI and the Future of Work
MAX Announces Speaker Lineup for MAX Academy on Mastering Apprenticeships, Presented by Google
Apprenticeships are a proven, high-impact workforce strategy that align education with real-world industry needs. By combining paid, hands-on training with structured classroom instruction, apprenticeships create clear pathways to skilled careers while enabling employers to … [Read more...] about MAX Announces Speaker Lineup for MAX Academy on Mastering Apprenticeships, Presented by Google
MAX Minutes with Public Policy Experts Debriefed 2026 Legislative Session Providing Key Takeaways
During the 2026 Georgia General Assembly session, lawmakers tackled a wide range of issues shaping the state’s workforce and education future—from expanding apprenticeships to close the skills gap, to strengthening early literacy, addressing housing challenges for workers, and … [Read more...] about MAX Minutes with Public Policy Experts Debriefed 2026 Legislative Session Providing Key Takeaways