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Small Business + Data Center Ecosystem Collaborative

Connecting Local Businesses and Local Talent to Data Center Opportunities

Douglas County is quickly emerging as a regional hub for data center investment — bringing billions in capital investment, new construction activity, and opportunities for local businesses and workers.

The Douglas County Data Center Ecosystem Collaborative bridges the gap between general contractors (GCs) building these major facilities and the Douglas County small businesses and skilled workers ready to support them.

This initiative ensures that the economic growth from data center development directly benefits our local business community and workforce.

Business Connection and Growth

  • Access to information on upcoming data center construction projects

  • Opportunities to meet and network with GCs and prime subcontractors

  • Guidance on how to respond to RFPs and meet project requirements

  • Support in forming local partnerships to strengthen bids

Workforce Development and Training

The initiative also focuses on building a skilled, local workforce to meet the growing demand for construction and technical trades.

Through partnerships with West Georgia Technical College and Construction Ready, participants gain access to:

  • Industry-recognized training and certifications in high-demand construction trades

  • Job placement support connecting graduates directly to participating businesses

  • On-the-job experience with companies working on data center projects

  • A pipeline of qualified local talent ready to contribute to major projects

Together, these partners ensure that Douglas County residents have the training, credentials, and career pathways needed to benefit from the county’s growing data center economy.

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