Hiring and retaining good workers is one of the most important issues facing Geauga County employers. Geauga Growth Partnership is dedicated to workforce preparation by providing educational opportunities for youth and adults.

GGP’s Youth Workforce Education is designed for preparing tomorrow’s workforce today through progressive training in soft skills and workforce readiness for teenagers. See Career Readiness,  Internship Program and “Ignite Your Career” links for more information. Select Youth WF Donation Card to make a donation to support these programs. See Youth Program Overview 2019 for more details about the program. 

Various Programs and events are offered by GGP to meet training needs as expressed by members. See current and relevant topics in Upcoming Events.

Professional Development training programs are offered as a means for businesses to build their workforce from the inside up. See LEAD Spring 2019 Order Form.

Workforce Continuing Education – Working in collaboration with KSU Geauga, GGP members are offered discounted fees for training in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, Quickbooks and other software. 

Our Youth Programs: Learn about the  Career Awareness, Career Readiness and our Summer High School Internship are funded by proceeds from   

The Geauga Growth Partnership works to retain and grow jobs, contribute to business growth and strengthen the local economy. GGP Key Action Areas include:

• Serving business needs as a trusted advisor, facilitator, and advocate
• Sponsoring internships and other workforce and career education initiatives
• Supporting entrepreneurs
• Addressing key issues such as health care, shale oil and gas, and utilities
• Assisting with commercial real estate needs

2019 Annual Partnership Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 1, 2019. See details.

Announcing GGP Savings Programs
Learn more about savings resources for Healthcare, LED Lighting, Workers Compensation, and Energy available here at 2018 Grow Your Bottom Line flyer.

A GGP Healthcare Program is  available – Learn more here.

For membership information download an application form here.

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Geauga Growth Partnership annually hosts the HomeGrown Geauga fundraising event to support GGP’s Youth Workforce Development programs, which are designed to “Prepare Tomorrow’s Workforce Today.”

Support the 7th Annual HomeGrown Geauga by joining us on August 3, 2019 “Under the Dome” at ASM International, 9639 Kinsman Road, Materials Park Ohio 44073. 

Geauga Growth offers Sponsorship Opportunities throughout the year. See how your company can benefit from these partnerships at 2019 Sponsor Packet w Form. 

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