Abby Turano is the Deputy Commissioner for International Relations at the Georgia Department of Economic Development. She previously served as the Chief of Protocol for the state. Turano leads the diplomatic affairs team, handling matters of foreign affairs on behalf of the Governor and GDEcD. She… Read More
Georgia WorkSmart is a work-based learning initiative operated by the Georgia Department of Economic Development. The initiative promotes work-based learning models, such as apprenticeships, as a workforce development tool throughout the State. Georgia WorkSmart assists Georgia companies in… Read More
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Georgia WorkSmart can help you piece together your apprenticeship program.
WorkSmart Program Options
Registered Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship is a work-based training method that combines formal instruction with on-site, occupation-related training.… Read More
Q:What occupations can be apprenticed? A: Generally, any occupation that requires in-depth training can be apprenticeable. The US Department of Labor has over 1000 apprentice occupations and, when applicable, new occupation types can be initiated… Read More
Apprenticeship is a work-based training method that combines formal instruction with on-site, occupation-related training. Apprentices typically work 30-40 hours per week and receive classroom training through part-time attendance at technical colleges, universities or approved training providers.… Read More
Watch these five videos from Georgia gaming company Hi-Rez Studios to learn how to break into the gaming industry in Georgia.
Writing for Games
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYnbuXyhwzw
Backend Development for Online Games
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAFtZv5422k
Game Audio
https://www.… Read More
Please select from the following training resources provided by the Georgia Department of Economic Development's Workforce Division.
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Gudenrath is employed by Morgan Stanley Smith Barney where he holds the title of senior vice president – Wealth Management, financial adviser. He has worked with the same firm since 1985, serving both institutional and individual investors, foundations and investment banking services.
He earned an… Read More
Eric Johnson is an architect and Principal at HUSSEY GAY BELL, a multi-discipline design and consulting firm headquartered in Savannah with offices in Atlanta, Georgia and Columbia and Charleston, South Carolina. He has a Masters in Architecture from Tulane University and is a member of the… Read More
Paul Wood serves as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Georgia Electric Membership Corporation (GEMC). GEMC represents Georgia's 41 Electric Membership Corporations (EMCs) providing service to more than 5 million residents and businesses in Georgia.
Prior to Wood becoming President/CEO… Read More
