AL.com feature: Inside the $85 million agency that powers Alabama’s economy
When Alabama lands a new manufacturer, there is an $85 million state agency tasked with training new workers. But how do they do it? One state agency is tasked with ensuring those workers know how to do their jobs. Simply put, the agency’s 162 full-time employees teach workers how to do their jobs. That’s everything […]
Alabama Shines in Latest Rankings: A Leader in Workforce Development and Property Tax Stability
Alabama is making waves in the latest Area Development rankings (areadevelopment.com), showcasing its top tier workforce development program (AIDT), a competitive business environment and favorable property tax structure. Alabama has been recognized for implementing significant measures that enhance its attractiveness for businesses looking to expand or relocate. Alabama ranked #1 for its exceptionally low property […]
Alabama auto industry’s rapid growth fueled by billions in new investment
For Alabama’s economic future, the pivotal moment came on Sept. 30, 1993, when executives of Mercedes-Benz arrived in Tuscaloosa with an announcement that shocked the global business community. In the months leading to that day, a Mercedes team had explored potential sites in at least 30 states as a home for the automaker’s first U.S. […]
Alabama Robotics Technology Park (RTP) partners with Oxford High School Summer Industrial Robotics Bootcamp
Oxford High School Summer Industrial Robotics Bootcamp partners with Alabama Robotics Technology Park (RTP) and AIDT, Alabama’s workforce training agency, to kick off statewide K12 workforce development initiative. WHAT OHS is serving as the pilot school for a statewide K12 initiative led by RTP and AIDT to prepare students for careers in robotics and […]
Alabama Strong
Alabama’s auto industry has been a primary growth engine for the state’s economy for decades, driving job opportunities that never existed here before. https://AlabamaStrong.com
Governor Ivey Announces State Backed Bioscience Training Program
Governor Kay Ivey has announced that BIO Alabama, a leading advocate for Alabama’s bioeconomy, has partnered with AIDT, Alabama’s workforce training agency, to introduce a comprehensive Bioscience Technician Program. “We are leaving no stone unturned in developing our workforce to meet and exceed industry demands in Alabama,” said Governor Ivey. “Bioscience has grown to be […]
Kevin Taylor Promoted to Deputy Director
AIDT, Alabama’s workforce training agency, is pleased to announce the promotion of Kevin Taylor to the position Deputy Director of AIDT. In this role, Taylor will continue to oversee prospecting and projects from Birmingham north. With a proven track record of exceptional leadership and an in-depth understanding of AIDT’s mission, values, and objectives, Taylor is […]
AIDT Announces Promotions
AIDT Alabama’s Workforce Training Agency, is excited to announce the promotions of several employees: Bobby Jon Drinkard and Karen McGraw. Drinkard and McGraw are the newest additions to the AIDT Executive Management team, and their promotion reflects the hard work and dedication of these two exceptional individuals. Drinkard previously held the position of AIDT Training […]
The Alabama Office of Apprenticeship and EDPA’s FuelAL partner to host Second Annual Governor’s Summit on Talent Retention & Work-Based Learning
The Alabama Office of Apprenticeship and FuelAL, a program of the Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (EDPA), are proud to announce partnership in hosting the Second Annual Governor’s Summit on Talent Retention & Work-Based Learning. The Summit will take place in Mobile, Alabama, at the Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel, May 3-5, 2023. The Summit […]
Site Selection ranks Alabama #1 in 2023 Regional Workforce Development Rankings
Site Selection, an economic development and corporate real estate publication, ranked Alabama as #1 for the South Central states in their annual workforce development rankings. This marks the second consecutive year that Alabama has claimed the #1 spot for the region, up from #6 in 2020. Such accolades not only reflect the state’s strategic efforts […]
