Nation’s top trade school students show off their skills in Atlanta
News Clip1:55WSB-TV·Atlanta, Cobb County, GA·6/4/2026
The SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference is taking place in Atlanta, showcasing top trade school students' skills in construction projects. This event highlights the booming construction industry in Atlanta, with data centers specifically mentioned as needing 300-500 workers on-site. The conference addresses the critical need to quickly replace the 40% of Georgia's skilled workforce expected to retire within five years, supporting continued growth in sectors like data center construction.
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The SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference is taking place in Atlanta, with 7,000 of the nation's top trade school students competing in construction projects. The event highlights the booming construction industry in Atlanta, with a typical data center having 300-500 workers on site. With 40% of the state's skilled workforce expected to retire within the next five years, there is a need for quick replacements. The conference runs through Friday.
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