
Thank you for attending our conference!
December 2-3, 2024 at the Jekyll Island Convention Center!
Presentations and Resources from Sessions
As a reminder, you will have access to the Whova app for this event until March 3, 2025 which provides an additional option to navigate and locate documents.
If content below is missing or incorrect, needs updating, etc., please submit a help desk ticket here (Website > Update/upload content) and we will make edits as needed. Thank you!
Day 1 – Dec. 2, 2024
- Digitizing the WIOA Application – Myoshi Primo
- From Inception to Future Horizons: Our Sector Partnership Journey – Amy Jones, Jerry Chapman
- Updated Uniform Guidance – Darrien Moore
- Investing in Georgia’s Workforce: TCSG’s Career Plus High School Diploma and Dual Achievement Program – Laura Bernstein, Lauren Edgar
- JVSG Services from a Title I Perspective – Atoya Rhodes
- Leveraging WIOA Performance and Labor Market Data for Strategic Workforce Development in Georgia – Joshua Geyer, Steven Wilson
- Hosting a Regional Job Fair to Foster Employer Connections and Support Job Seekers – Joel Alexis
- Monitoring Budget Activities and Analyzing Essential Expenses – Amy Lancaster-King
- Disability Awareness and the Benefits of Participant Self Disclosure – Michele Mason
- Best Practices for Conducting Outreach for Youth with Barriers to Employment – Jennifer Houston, C. Lisa Kendrick
- Unraveling WIOA Reauthorization: Insights and Implications for Workforce Development – Geoff Smith, Lydia Sullivan
- Promoting Job Quality through WorkSource Georgia – Brandon Ona
- Securing Federal Funds and Combating Fraud – Chris Colson
- Awareness on Serving Military Service Members – Sheldon Andrews
- Data Validation and Source Documentation – Denine Woodson, Nicole McQueen
Day 2 – Dec. 3, 2024
- Leveraging AI and Other Technical Solutions to Improve the Customer Experience and Efficiency in the WorkSource GA Portal – Rhonda Waite, Alicia Crowder
- Top State for Business: How Economic Development Projects Land in Georgia – Dorie Bacon, Brett Lacy
- Braiding Funds – Nicole Bentley, Stacy O’Keefe
- Navigating the ETPL: A Comprehensive Workshop on Program Management, Review, and Best Practices – Alexandra Brown, Norris Smith
- Administration Functionality within the WorkSource GA Portal – Nicole McQueen, Benjamin Cutrufelli
- Communicating Untapped Workforce – Diane Allen, Michele Mason
- Relationship Development: Local Boards and Fiscal Agents – Brett Lacy, Darrell Stillings, Carol Rayburn Cofer
- Understanding GI Bill – Lily Synder, Sheldon Andrews
- Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment Program and It’s Connection to WIOA – Rhonda Waite, Genia Burnsed
- How to Integrate and Leverage Partner Programs in the American Job Center – Paul Allen, J.J. Irvine
- Building Talent through Apprenticeship – Danny Mitchell, Brittany Johnson
- Employment Services and Employment Related Law Compliant System – Mack Clark, Jr., Felipe Pacheco
- Improving Your Performance: Understanding MSGs – Steven Wilson, Jennifer Houston
- Who We Are Serving…Our Customers’ Needs or Our Own? Human Centered Design and Workforce Development Service Delivery – Lisa Davis, Aida Jones, Kimyana Pippin

Thank you again for attending!


Whova App and Communication Questions
Q: Is there a conference website?
A: Yes, you’re in the right spot.
Q: Where can I subscribe to this email list?
A: Click here to subscribe to our email list for WorkSource Georgia Academy Conference Email Updates.
Q: Do I have to build an agenda or pick sessions in the Whova app before the conference?
A: Nope! Doing so is entirely optional.
Speakers
Q: When do I need to have my bio and profile information submitted?
A: We recommend having your profile finalized by Dec. 2 so that folks have the latest information when visiting your profile during the conference, however, you are able to edit your Whova profile whenever you like, even after this deadline if needed.
Q: Do I need to email my headshot or bio to anyone?
A: An automated email was distributed to speakers that requested your headshot and bio via an online form. This is the easiest way to submit your information as it will update on the Whova app automatically and it’s the preferred method for submitting all of your speaker info. You are welcome to edit your profile via the Whova mobile app as often as necessary.
Q: When are PowerPoint Presentations due?
A: PowerPoint presentations are due to Andrea (adiaz@tcsg.edu) by COB Nov. 22 so that we are able to load them onto USB thumb drives in time for the conference. We appreciate your adherence to this deadline.
Registration Questions
Q: We registered Person A but they can no longer attend and we would like for Person B to go in their place. How can this be accommodated?
A: Unfortunately, we cannot transfer registrations between individuals. Please request a cancellation for Person A and have Person B register for the event.
Q: Will each individual need a ticket? What email address should I use to register?
A: Yes, each person attending will need to register. You will need to use the same email address for both registration and checking in at the conference on Dec. 2. For this reason, we recommend using your work email for registration.
Q: I need to register my colleagues to attend. How can I do this?
A: Please register them by using their names and email addresses. For example, you need to register Charlie Bob and John Smith. Please do not register them “under your name.” Please register them using:
- Charlie Bob – cbob@whatever.com
- John Smith – jsmith@whatever.com
Registering your colleagues with YOUR name and email address will delay processing.
Q: What are common issues folks are having while registering?
A: If you use a browser with saved logins, the form fields of the registration form may auto-populate to a name that does not match your own. Please double-check the form for accuracy prior to completion to ensure timely processing.
Q: I submitted an incorrect buyer name when registering. Why can you not edit an incorrect name in Whova?
Whova: “The order itself and accompanying confirmation email under attendee order is locked w/ the original name.” We will have to refund the order to correct the buyer name.
Q: When can I expect an invoice after registering?
A: Within 1 – 2 weeks.
Q: When is payment due for the conference?
A: Due by Dec. 2, the start of the conference.
Q: How much are tickets?
A: General Admission is $200. Speakers/OWD Staff/Board Members are free.
Q: Where can I learn more about booking a hotel?
A: Scroll up to view our Accommodations section. Hotel booking cut-off date is Nov. 1.
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