Johnson promoted to Assistant Director for Special Programs
JOHNSON PROMOTED TO ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR SPECIAL PROGRAMS Montgomery, Ala. – AIDT is proud to announce the promotion of Nona Johnson to Assistant Director for Special Programs, effective October 1, 2025. Johnson has been a key member of AIDT for over 25 years, bringing strong leadership, creativity, and a deep passion for helping people succeed. Her work has played a major […]
2025 Southern Automotive Conference | October 7-10 in Huntsville, AL
AIDT was proud to take part in the Southern Automotive Conference (SAC) 2025, held October 7-10 at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville, Alabama. The event brought together leaders from across the South to talk about new technology, innovation, and the growing need for skilled workers in the automotive industry. AIDT hosted two exhibit tables […]
Alabama Leaders Spotlight Workforce Innovation at Advanced Manufacturing Skills Leadership Council
Alabama took center stage at HolonIQ’s 24th Annual Back-to-School Summit as Kevin Taylor of AIDT and Don Griffith of Y-tec Keylex Toyotetsu Alabama, Inc. (YKTA) shared best practices in workforce development during the Advanced Manufacturing Skills Leadership Council, hosted by inSpring. The session highlighted how Alabama’s strong mix of public-private collaboration—anchored by AIDT, major employers […]
AIDT’s EV Technology Center Recognized Nationally for Economic Development Excellence
Business Facilities magazine has honored AIDT’s EV Technology Center as a winner in the 2025 Economic Development Organization (EDO) Awards. The magazine recognized the center in the Statewide EDO category, highlighting its role in advancing workforce development and innovation in the electric vehicle (EV) sector. AIDT, a division of the Alabama Department of Commerce, is […]
SHIFT into Alabama’s Automotive Industry
Alabama is experiencing a SHIFT like never before. This unprecedented growth has made Alabama a top national hub for automotive manufacturers. The more industry, innovation, and integration, the more opportunity for skilled workers like you. Learn more at: SHIFTinAlabama.com
AIDT Celebrates 20 Years of ISO 9001 Certification: A Legacy of Workforce Excellence
Two decades of excellence. Countless success stories. For 20 consecutive years, AIDT has maintained the gold standard in workforce training, proving that innovation, quality, and commitment are at the heart of everything we do. AIDT, Alabama’s workforce training agency under the Department of Commerce, is proud to announce its 20th consecutive unconditional ISO 9001 certification—a […]
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 […]