Education & Workforce Development

A skilled and educated workforce is the cornerstone of a strong, healthy economy.

In today’s competitive global marketplace, where DeKalb County competes for top talent with economies around the world, we must do more to strengthen our workforce and fill the talent pipeline.

The DeKalb Chamber advocates for a comprehensive approach to education policy and works on issues ranging from early childhood education and K-12 public schools to community college and university education, as well as workplace learning initiatives like apprenticeships.

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In today’s competitive global marketplace, where DeKalb County competes for top talent with economies around the world, we must do more to strengthen our workforce and fill the talent pipeline.

The DeKalb Chamber advocates for a comprehensive approach to education policy and works on issues ranging from early childhood education and K-12 public schools to community college and university education, as well as workplace learning initiatives like apprenticeships.


Education & Workforce Development Committee

The Education & Workforce Development Committee develops partnerships with educational institutions in DeKalb County and Georgia to strengthen educational opportunities for the region and helps build a strong workforce making DeKalb County an attractive location for business and industry.


If you are interested in becoming more involved, contact the Chamber at (404) 378-8000 or email for more information.

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The Education & Workforce Development Committee develops partnerships with educational institutions in DeKalb County and Georgia to strengthen educational opportunities for the region and helps build a strong workforce making DeKalb County an attractive location for business and industry.

If you are interested in becoming more involved, contact the Chamber at (404) 378-8000 or  email for more information.


2024 Education & Workforce Development Goals

Goal #1

Be an active partner with DeKalb County education providers.

Goal #2

Be an active partner with workforce development organizations serving DeKalb County.

Goal #3

Provide opportunities for education and workforce development partners to update local businesses and the general public.

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