Goodwill Industries of Middle Georgia to Hold Career and Resource Expo March 28th in Macon

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Tuesday, March 26th, 2024

Goodwill Industries of Middle Georgia, Inc. (GIMG) is holding its Spring 2024 Career & Resource Expo at the Anderson Conference Center, 5171 Eisenhower Pkwy, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on March 28.

The in-person event is open to job seekers and employers in our community. Numerous corporate, government, and nonprofit agencies will be on-site to promote their jobs, internships, and career opportunities in a variety of fields.

Employers scheduled to be on-site include Aspen Products Inc., Cox Media, CSL Plasma, Macon-Bibb County Government, Cherokee Brick, Pactiv Evergreen, Manpower, Advanced Auto Parts, Wise Staffing Group, Hancock State Prison, Georgia Power, Integra Business Alternatives, Goodwill of Middle GA, and more. Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia Inc., Family Counseling Center of Central Georgia, and Vote Riders will provide additional resources and opportunities.

“Our Career & Resource Expo epitomizes Goodwill's commitment to nurturing individuals' career development journey, now expanded to include essential resource organizations to support those starting new jobs," stated Leah Pontani, Senior Vice President of Career Development. "Beyond facilitating connections between employers and job seekers, this event underscores our dedication to empowering individuals by providing the tools and support necessary to establish their ability to succeed, fostering brighter futures for both themselves and our Macon-Bibb communities."

In the last five years, GIMG served more than 79,000 people, placed 31,000+ people into competitive employment, and had a $11.6 million positive economic impact on the 35 counties it serves.

Job seekers should bring a resume and two forms of identification for on-the-spot interviews and hiring. Those needing assistance with resumes or interview skills before the event should visit their local Goodwill Job Connection Career Center. Find a location at www.goodwillworks.org.