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Rockdale County Commissioner Sherri Washington is among the 2023 Spring graduates of the Georgia Academy for Economic Development.
The graduates include community and economic development professionals, elected officials, public servants, business leaders, educators, and engaged citizens from across Georgia.
Created in 1993, the Academy assembles a cross-section of experts, research-based curriculum and resources necessary for building a vibrant economy. The Academy features a cornerstone program, The Essentials, a one-day program that provides attendees an opportunity to gain a unique understanding of the complexities of economic and community development on the local, regional, and state levels.
Graduates of the program have completed The Essentials, as well as at least three Advanced courses that are designed to deep dive into specific topics derived from current needs, trends and data. The Board of Directors of the Academy represent public and private economic development organizations and agencies across Georgia. Georgia EMC and Georgia Power provide facilitators for the program on behalf of their members and stakeholders. The Georgia Department of Community Affairs provides staff and resources to execute the program statewide.
Since its inception, the Academy has provided training for thousands of Georgians. Spring 2023 Georgia Academy for Economic Development graduates include: Caitlin King, City of South Fulton Abigail Strickland, City of Newman Keyondria Harris, Southern Regional Technical College Kerri Carson, Development Authority of Lumpkin County Barbra Hardy, Urban Land Institute Ashley Russell, Georgia Mountains Regional Commission Sherri Washington, Rockdale County Sharon Cobb Flanagan, Dodge County Sara Shropshire, City of Monroe Jennifer Shea, Athens Technical College John Usry, Athens Technical College.
Created in 1993, the Academy assembles a cross-section of experts, research-based curriculum and resources necessary for building a vibrant economy. The Academy features a cornerstone program, The Essentials, a one-day program that provides attendees an opportunity to gain a unique understanding of the complexities of economic and community development on the local, regional, and state levels.
Graduates of the program have completed The Essentials, as well as at least three Advanced courses that are designed to deep dive into specific topics derived from current needs, trends and data. The Board of Directors of the Academy represent public and private economic development organizations and agencies across Georgia. Georgia EMC and Georgia Power provide facilitators for the program on behalf of their members and stakeholders. The Georgia Department of Community Affairs provides staff and resources to execute the program statewide.
Since its inception, the Academy has provided training for thousands of Georgians. Spring 2023 Georgia Academy for Economic Development graduates include: Caitlin King, City of South Fulton Abigail Strickland, City of Newman Keyondria Harris, Southern Regional Technical College Kerri Carson, Development Authority of Lumpkin County Barbra Hardy, Urban Land Institute Ashley Russell, Georgia Mountains Regional Commission Sherri Washington, Rockdale County Sharon Cobb Flanagan, Dodge County Sara Shropshire, City of Monroe Jennifer Shea, Athens Technical College John Usry, Athens Technical College.