As the area’s workforce development specialist, Gwinnett Tech’s commitment to economic development couldn’t be stronger. In fact, it’s our mission: “Teach every individual, serve every business.” We offer a comprehensive suite of programs and services for businesses of all sizes, plus an experienced team of economic development and training specialists focused on meeting business needs. Take a moment to explore what Gwinnett Technical College’s Economic Development and Continuing Education department has to offer.
Gwinnett Technical College’s Economic Development Department is committed to strengthening our workforce and serving businesses, industries, and organizations
in our community by empowering their employees with skills that would enhance their professional development. We offer a comprehensive selection of customizable trainings to give your staff the building blocks to enrich their skills.
Gwinnett Technical College Continuing Education offers a wide variety of high-end professional development and training designed to launch or enhance your career. We offer public professional development courses and career certifications. Our programs target highly relevant skills needed to meet the needs of the workforce of today and tomorrow.
RAP is an employer-led workforce development model and strategy designed to provide employers with additional support to train skilled workers and meet growing workforce needs. RAP combines real work experience with classroom learning while providing a paid job to apprentices. Furthermore, registered apprentices benefit from acquiring and mastering high-demand skills, that tend to lead to higher wages and upward mobility.
Economic Development Team
Melvin Everson
Vice President,
Economic Development
MEverson@GwinnettTech.edu
O: 678-226-6930
C: 770-545-7823
Cher Brister
Executive Director,
Workforce Development
Continuing Education
CBrister@GwinnettTech.edu
O: 678-226-6756
C: 678-464-2957
Mariah Lindsey
Director,
Workforce Development
Alpharetta-North
Fulton Campus
MLindsey@GwinnettTech.edu
C: 770-843-9255
Nikki Lawson
Director,
Economic Development
Lawrenceville Campus
NLawson@GwinnettTech.edu
O: 678-226-4552
C: 470-557-8805