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
Trainings aligned with responding to RFPs and meet project requirements including connections to local resources and professional service businesses
Support in forming local partnerships to strengthen bids
Workforce Development and Training
Industry-recognized training and certifications in high-demand construction trades
Job placement support connecting graduates directly to participating businesses
- Access to resources to help overcome potential barriers to employment
RECENT NEWS & PRESS
Douglas County EDA Participates in National Skills Coalition DC Fly-in to Advocate for Increasing Investments in Skills Training
Author: National Skills Coalition November 26, 2019 Douglas County EDA urged lawmakers to align workforce development policies with the needs of industry. WASHINGTON, DC (November…
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Author: Consultant Connect May 15, 2019 KALAMAZOO, Michigan – Consultant Connect, a consulting agency designed to bridge the gap between economic developers and site consultants,…
Read more »Career Ready Training Program Graduates 28 Participants
Author: Douglas County Economic Development October 10, 2019 (Douglasville, GA) – The Career Ready Training Program graduated its third cohort consisting of 28 participants. This…
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