How do The Classic Center's partners participate in workforce development and continuing education? Akins Ford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram offers a Technician Development Program as a launching pad for skill development in the?automotive maintenance and repair industry. Akins Ford has also partnered with Strayer University to offer full college degrees with no cost to its employees and their immediate family members. This means they can earn an associate, bachelor’s or master's degree, or take individual courses to upskill and reskill, without tuition, textbooks or additional fees. The degree/credits earned stay with the employee for life! The Athens Area Chamber of Commerce?supports the local education system?with programs like Adopt-a-School, externship opportunities, and more! ?On October 15, they kicked off the revision of the "Seeing is Believing Bus Tour". "58 people registered to spend ? day talking/visiting with students, teachers, and administrators with Clarke County School District. The entire group spent time at the Athens Community Career Academy and Clarke Central High School. A common theme in participant feedback was that it challenged what they thought they knew about the school system." #TheClassicCenter #AmericanEducationWeek
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Where Unforgettable Moments Come to Life | The Classic Center & Akins Ford Arena
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About The Classic Center: The Classic Center is Northeast Georgia's premier award-winning convention center, performing arts theatre, covered outdoor pavilion, and home to the new, 8,500-person capacity Akins Ford Arena. Located in the heart of downtown Athens, Georgia, The Classic Center provides unique meeting space, outstanding special events services, a wide range of entertainment options, and more?concerts, family shows, and sporting events to come with the opening of Akins Ford Arena. Brand Statement: Through a thoughtfully planned and conveniently placed facility, located in a uniquely vibrant and charming cultural environment, and a proactive, creative approach to customer service, The Classic Center elevates the experience of events to exceed the expectations of our guests. Core Values: Hospitality, Teamwork, and Servant-Style Leadership Mission: The Classic Center Authority shall enhance the quality of life in Athens-Clarke County by serving as the cultural, civic, and social center of the Southeast and by generating maximum economic impact.
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https://www.classiccenter.com
The Classic Center的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 会展服务
- 规模
- 51-200 人
- 总部
- Athens,Georgia
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- 私人持股
- 创立
- 1995
- 领域
- Conventions、Meetings、Public Shows、Trade Shows、Weddings、Social Events和Theatre Events
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300 N Thomas St
US,Georgia,Athens,30601
The Classic Center员工
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Thousands of students make their way to Athens, GA, each year. Groups such as the Technology Student Association (TSA), Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA), and the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) aim to develop leadership and career skills for their members, helping students hone in on productive career paths well before they have to choose what happens post-graduation. #TheClassicCenter #AmericanEducationWeek
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Did you know that University of Georgia Hospitality & Food Industry Management is ranked #1 in Niche's 2024 Best Colleges with Hospitality and Tourism Management Degrees at Public Universities? The Classic Center and The Classic Center Cultural Foundation work closely with the program to provide scholarships and opportunities for students interested in pursuing a career in hospitality, event, music, or the sports management industry. Read more about the University of Georgia Hospitality & Food Industry Management Program here: https://lnkd.in/gippjPq John Salazar #TheClassicCenter #AmericanEducationWeek
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The Classic Center, in association with the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM), is proud to join forces with the Clarke County School District's Athens Community Career Academy (ACCA) as a new curriculum pathway begins this semester. The Entertainment, Sports, and Event Management pathway has welcomed 16 students for the 2024-2025 academic year. This program offers a comprehensive education in venue management, providing hands-on experience in event planning and implementation. The curriculum covers key topics such as selecting appropriate venues, creating effective marketing strategies, and managing event budgets. Additionally, students in this pathway have the opportunity to earn an IAVM Certificate of Venue Management Studies, further enhancing their professional credentials. “In 2020, we set out to expand our workforce development efforts by partnering with the Athens Community Career Academy to create a pathway that allowed students to use our venues as a learning lab and immerse themselves in the hospitality industry,” said Paul Cramer, President/CEO of The Classic Center. “We advocated at the local, state, and national levels through IAVM to create the Entertainment, Sports, and Event Management pathway and the Hotel and Hospitality Management Pathway curriculums” Read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/eW7-gHd9 #TheClassicCenter #AmericanEducationWeek
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Students interested in getting a behind-the-scenes look at the hospitality industry have the opportunity through The Classic Center’s Hospitality Careers Academy. HCA provides attendees with hands-on learning when planning an event. Students will gain experience in hospitality, marketing, culinary, event planning, stage production, and more. Learn more about Hospitality Careers Academy at ClassicCenter.com! #TheClassicCenter #AmericanEducationWeek
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The Classic Center Cultural Foundation is now accepting applications for the Paul T. Martin Hospitality Education Fund. Applications are open to anyone currently enrolled in a hospitality, event, music, or sports management program at The University of Georgia or Athens Technical College. Graduating seniors of the Athens Community Career Academy are also encouraged to apply. To apply for the Paul T. Martin Hospitality Education Fund, visit https://lnkd.in/eat-iMWf or email?[email protected]. All applications must be submitted by February 14, 2025. Qualified applicants will then undergo an interview, and recipients will be announced in May 2025. The Paul T. Martin Hospitality Education Fund was established to honor Paul Martin and his lifelong contributions to Athens. He has always been a big supporter of the hospitality industry and the growth that it brings to the community. Paul Martin has been an essential part of the vision and establishment of the continuum of hospitality education, which meets individuals where they are in their career path to teach them the necessary skills to succeed in the hospitality industry. He is a believer in both classroom curriculum and hands-on training and feels students receive the best education when these two tactics are combined. John Salazar University of Georgia Hospitality & Food Industry Management Read more on our website:
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The Classic Center Cultural Foundation is now accepting applications for the performing arts and visual arts scholarship. Applications are open to 9th through 12th-grade high school students living in the Northeast Georgia region. Students interested in applying should visit https://lnkd.in/eByYphwt or email?[email protected]. Scholarships will be awarded based on an application and audition or interview process. The deadline to apply for the performing arts and visual arts scholarship is March 7, 2025. Each year, The Classic Center Cultural Foundation provides up to $30,000 in annual hospitality education, performing arts, and visual arts scholarships to talented high school students. The available visual arts scholarship funding is brought to you in part by The Ann and Jack Crowley Scholarship Fund for the Visual Arts. Read more on our website:
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For American Education Week, we want to highlight the importance of our students on the growth and prosperity of our communities. Here at The Classic Center, we believe that investing in students and our workforce can propel the Athens community forward. #TheClassicCenter #AmericanEducationWeek
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?? Happy American Education Week! Stay tuned this week for lots of content about how The Classic Center works to bolster education in the community through programs within our building. #TheClassicCenter #AmericanEducationWeek
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Over the past couple of months, The Classic Center has been recognized at local, regional, and national levels as the?best event venue in select categories. Each award highlights destinations and properties known for the highest quality of professionalism and service.? These awards include: Athens Best of the Best Community Choice Awards- Best Event Venue Northstar Group?Stella Awards- Best Conference Center Gold ConventionSouth Media Group-?Readers’?Choice Awards Georgia Trend- Top 500 Leaders in the State of Georgia Read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/ekaxZPaB