A new partnership between Governor Brian Kemp and state Labor Commissioner Mark Butler will be highlighted on Wednesday, August 7 from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. when the commissioner hosts an employer summit at the Henry County Chamber of Commerce, 1709 Highway 20 West in McDonough.

  The meeting is one in a series of 12 being held throughout the state called Employers in the Know. The meetings offer the commissioner a chance to meet with employers around the state to share the department’s work and hear back from employers on how they can better be served.

  “These summits are always a learning experience for the department and me,” said Butler. “We are able to inform businesses directly about programs and regulations that may impact their companies. But more importantly, I get to hear directly about what we can do to help make the state even more attractive as a place to locate and grow a business.”

  Commissioner Butler will discuss current labor department initiatives and programs designed to encourage job growth and economic development throughout the state. The GDOL provides labor market data necessary for economic developers and businesses to make sound decisions about starting or expanding businesses. The GDOL helps match employers with qualified job seekers and helps job seekers secure jobs and develop their careers.

  Other speakers include:

  Labor law experts who can explain business policies and actions in this complex legal and regulatory business environment; Georgia Department of Labor analysts speaking on unemployment insurance; and Experts who will present valuable information on Sexual Harassment for Managers … A New Look, GeorgiaBEST@Work and more.

   Three weeks prior to the event, the cost is $50. Onsite registration the day of will cost $60. Groups of six or more are eligible for 10% off the rate in effect at the time of registration. Go to https://dol.georgia.gov/blog/2019-regional-business-summits for more details.

  Recertification credits (5.0) have been approved by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). For more information about the summit, email Angel.Rollins@gdol.ga.gov, or call (404) 273-1415.

  To learn more about career opportunities, Employ Georgia and other GDOL services for job seekers and employers, and to connect with us on social media, visit www.dol.georgia.gov.