Georgia Trend recently featured the work happening across the state to strengthen our workforce, highlighting organizations like CareerRise and initiatives like @westsideworks that are creating solutions.

When hiring practices, access gaps, and untapped talent pools stand between Georgians and career opportunity, collaboration makes the difference. CareerRise partnered with @worksourcega to host the Untapped Workforce Summit, helping employers rethink their approach to hiring and discover talent they might be overlooking. Meanwhile, Westside Works hosts the @constructionready program, a four-week training that connects young workers to construction careers while addressing the industry's labor shortage with a 97% job placement rate. This is what building economic opportunity looks like: removing obstacles, creating pathways, and connecting people to the careers that can change their lives. Read the full Georgia Trend article: link in bio! #CareerRise #WestsideWorks #EconomicMobility #Opportunity #GeorgiaTrend