Antionette Ball

Excited to join this upcoming Lightcast conversation on how states are responding to labor shortages and rethinking workforce investment strategy. Across the country, we’re seeing deeper coordination between workforce systems, higher education, and employers - especially around credentials, apprenticeships, and better use of labor market data and employer input to guide investment. All this is especially crucial in the context of rapid AI adoption, Workforce Pell implementation, and the broader movement at federal and state policy levels toward outcomes-driven education accountability frameworks. Looking forward to sharing a few lessons from Maryland and hearing perspectives from colleagues doing this work across the country. Join me, Dr. Christopher Laney, Raymond Sass, and Barry May on March 18th!

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Today I attended the 2025 Economic Inclusion Summit hosted by the Georgia Chamber of Commerce at the Georgia International Convention Center. The panelists shared timely insights on how Georgia can step into its full economic potential through innovation, inclusion, and collaboration. From higher education leaders like Dr. Jann Joseph, Dr. John Fuchko III, and Dr. Georj Lewis discussing workforce innovation, to Aaron Brown of Microsoft highlighting the intersection of AI and opportunity, the message was clear, Georgia’s growth depends on preparing a skilled, future-ready workforce. The conversation led by Amber King, John Hancock, and Antrell Tyson, moderated by Johnathon King, further emphasized how aligning education, business, and community partnerships can bridge workforce gaps while expanding equitable access. Grateful for the Georgia Chamber’s Le Joyce Naylor and Tasha Allen for leading this important conversation and to all the speakers for driving forward-thinking dialogue on economic inclusion and prosperity for all. #EconomicInclusion #GeorgiaChamber #Leadership #WorkforceDevelopment #Inclusion #FutureofWork #EconomicGrowth #GCINCLUSION

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🎉 Big news! Greenville Literacy Association has received a grant from Power:Ed and South Carolina Student Loan to strengthen our College and Career Navigator program. This support will allow us to guide adult learners in Greenville toward postsecondary education and career opportunities. From career assessments to digital literacy and real-world training, we’re helping students not only earn credentials but also build pathways for lifelong success. We are so grateful to Power:Ed and SC Student Loan Corporation for believing in our mission to increase literacy and employability across our community. 💚 Learn more about Power:Ed at https://www.power-ed.org/ Learn more about our programs at greenvilleliteracy.org Read the official press release https://lnkd.in/e77q_Wh4 #AdultEducationMatters #gliteracy #glitter Photo enclosure caption: Pictured front row, left to right: Neil Grayson, South Carolina Student Loan Board Member; Elizabeth Meeker, GLA College and Career Navigator; Claire Gibbons, Executive Director of Power:Ed, and Victoria Novak, MPA, GLA Executive Director. Behind them are members of Greenville Literacy Association’s staff and board of directors celebrating the Power:Ed grant award.

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As a small business owner, one of the most significant hurdles is getting potential customers to know who you are. One of the things that I appreciate about the Central Virginia African American Chamber of Commerce is how it looks for creative ways to bring visibility to black-owned businesses. Last month, they profiled Quality Moving Services VA, LB academy, Fiscal Fitness Tax & Financial Services, Inc, JM Language Services LLC AND Your Path Coaching and Consulting. If you are interested in learning more about these companies. Check out the Chamber's YouTube page. https://lnkd.in/eQD4GTbk

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Driving Impact: Key Takeaways from the SGBC Small Business Roundtable The Southern Georgia Black Chambers hosted a highly impactful roundtable focused on critical community issues that intersect with business and health. We are proud to highlight the work of our featured guests: Kristina Cheek, CLC, CD, CD(DONA), CB-PPN, CBS (SISTA GIRL Birth Initiative): Discussed her mission to combat alarming maternal health disparities in rural South Georgia. She detailed how her community-based, Black-led organization provides essential education, doula support, and advocacy, while demonstrating the power of inter-member collaboration with fellow SGBC businesses like Family Insight and AJ Produced It. Adrienne Banks (LIFELINK of Georgia): Presented a powerful case for organ donation, revealing that 70% of Georgians waiting for a kidney transplant are African American. She offered actionable steps to combat the stigma around donation and encouraged our network to educate their families and friends, highlighting the life-saving potential of one single donor. These conversations exemplify the SGBC's commitment to tackling real-world challenges through business and community engagement. Learn from leaders who are making a difference. Our bi-monthly roundtables are a core benefit of membership. Want to position your expertise in front of a network of change-makers? Join the Southern Georgia Black Chambers and apply to be a featured guest! Learn more about membership here: https://lnkd.in/eBr2U_Xj #SGBC #SmallBusinessRoundtable #LinkedIn #BusinessDevelopment #ChamberOfCommerce #CommunityImpact #MaternalHealth #OrganDonation #Leadership #Collaboration #BlackBusiness #SouthGeorgia #sgablackchambers

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