State Leadership and Skills Conference
Dates
Feb. 20-22, 2025
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Location
Georgia World Congress Center​​
285 Andrew Young Blvd NW
Atlanta, GA 30313
Cost
$50 chapter fee
$95 per attendee registration fee
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From igniting a spark at Champions Rally to tending a campfire at Fall Leadership Conference, we’ve arrived at the grand finale: the fireworks show of our SkillsUSA journey, State Leadership and Skills Conference! This annual Career and Technical Education (CTE) hotspot brings SkillsUSA Georgia student members together with industry professionals, postsecondary institutions, and community leaders.
The event features 154 championships showcasing students’ skills in construction, graphic communications, health science, human services, law and public safety, TV and film, transportation, and leadership. Attendees can also look forward to career exploration opportunities, networking and social events, and a recognition ceremony. With about 9,200 attendees last year and up to 10,000 expected attendees this year, it’s time to Ignite Your Potential and shine bright!
Important Dates
Dec. 16 | Conference Guide Available
Jan. 06 | Registration Opens
Jan. 06 | Hotel Planner Opens
Jan. 06 | Hotel Preference Form Available
Jan. 10 | Chapter Excellence Program | Level 2 Due
Jan. 17 | Registration Closes
Jan. 17 | Hotel Planner Closes
Jan. 17 | Hotel Preference Form Due
Jan. 22 | Invoices Emailed
Jan. 27 | Testing Opens
Jan. 27 | Presubmission Window Opens
Jan. 27 | Resume Upload Window Opens
Jan. 31 | State Service Project Submissions Due
Feb. 07 | Testing Closes
Feb. 07 | Presubmission Window Closes
Feb. 07 | Resume Upload Window Closes
Feb. 07 | Payment Due
Feb. 07 | Required Forms Due
Future State Leadership and Skills Conferences
Feb. 19-21, 2026
Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, GA
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March 11-13, 2027
Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, GA
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2028 - Currently in the Negotiation Stage
Past State Leadership and Skills Conferences
2024 State Leadership and Skills Conference
Feb. 22-24, 2024
Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, GA
Theme: No Limits