In the fall of 2020, we launched a new monthly networking event for the business community- Maker Meetups. These events are designed to provide a casual environment for professional, aspiring, and hobby makers to meet and share their business, startup resources, and industry best […]
The past year has forced rapid changes in organizations across all departments. Adapting to new technology, hybrid working models, and other changes may still have your and your employee’s heads spinning.
It may also present critical skill and knowledge gaps in your […]
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT
WAYNE JOHNSON
JACK KILGORE
JONES HOOKS
BILL AUSTIN
CHRISTY JORDAN
Shop small. Buy Local. These phrases have become synonymous with consumers’ choosing to shop at a farmer’s market or main-street artisan over major retailers.
At the Golden Isles Development Authority (GIDA), we encourage these values. As champions of our local and small business community, […]
As a part of the Keep Glynn Running program, the Golden Isles Development Authority (G.I.D.A.) welcomed students from the Community Action Youth Leadership Initiative (C.A.Y.L.I.) to learn more about careers in advanced production and technology. Special guest speakers from PaR Marine (Jered L.L.C.) shared their experience […]
Manufacturing firms require a variety of skilled positions at varying levels. The Golden Isles education partners work never stops providing responsive curriculums and programs that meet today’s demand and prepare for future opportunities. Welding is an excellent example of one of the programs […]
By: Vanessa Wagner, Director of Business Development & Strategic Programs
The owner of sml surf co., Geoffrey Gable, is a local board shaper and manufacturer located in Brunswick, GA. For the past 20 years, Geoffrey’s creative outlet was crafting culinary masterpieces at four and five-star resorts. Five […]
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT
WAYNE JOHNSON
JACK KILGORE
JONES HOOKS
BILL AUSTIN
CHRISTY JORDAN
Manufacturing has helped build this great country and make us who we are today. However, the U.S. manufacturing industry is faced with a skills gap that will leave 2.4 million jobs empty by 2028—jobs for motivated and skilled creators. In our community, these industries and careers are essential to build a […]