West Georgia Technical College Named Large Business of the Year by Douglas County Chamber

DOUGLASVILLE, GA – West Georgia Technical College (WGTC) has been honored as the “Large Business of the Year” at the Douglas County Chamber Winter Ball, held on February 8. This prestigious award recognizes a business that has demonstrated outstanding contributions to the economic health and vitality of Douglas County.

Wgtc Large Business Award Winner

Douglas County Schools Superintendent Trent North presents WGTC with the Large Business Award at the Douglas County Chamber’s annual Winter Ball. Pictured L-R: WGTC Adult Education Director Jennifer Shearon, WGTC Executive Director of Institutional Advancement Brittney Wells, WGTC President Dr. Julie Post, and Superintendent Trent North.

The Large Business of the Year Award is presented annually to an organization that excels in key areas such as products and services, marketing, customer and employee relationships, community support, and entrepreneurial spirit. WGTC’s dedication to workforce development, educational excellence, and strong community partnerships played a significant role in earning this recognition.

“We are incredibly honored to receive this award from the Douglas County Chamber,” said WGTC President Dr. Julie Post. “At West Georgia Technical College, we are committed to providing top-tier education and training that empowers our students and strengthens our local economy. This recognition reflects the hard work and dedication of our faculty, staff, and students.”

WGTC has a longstanding commitment to preparing students for in-demand careers and fostering economic growth through industry partnerships, innovative programs, and hands-on training. The college continues to play a pivotal role in equipping the region’s workforce with the skills needed to thrive in today’s competitive job market.

For more information about West Georgia Technical College and its programs, visit westgatech.edu.

West Georgia Technical College, with campuses in Carroll, Coweta, Douglas, Haralson, and Troup counties and class sites in Heard and Meriwether counties, offers more than 120 associate degree, diploma, and technical certificate programs of study. A unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, West Georgia Tech is one of the largest of the state’s 22 technical colleges. For more information, please visit www.westgatech.edu.

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