Worksource Cobb/cobbworks, Inc.

What Worksource Cobb/cobbworks, Inc. does

WorkSource Cobb / CobbWorks, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2000/2001 (originally as the Cobb Literacy Council) and headquartered in Marietta, Georgia. It operates as the legislatively designated American Job Center for Cobb County under the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), delivering a one-stop system of workforce development, career training, literacy, and youth services to job seekers and employers. The organization is overseen by the Cobb Workforce Development Board, with board members appointed by the chairman of the Cobb County Board of Commissioners, and is governed by a separate board of directors.

CobbWorks' service portfolio comprises job-seeker services (résumé assistance, career coaching, job search, training funding), employer-facing business services (customized recruitment, On-the-Job Training, Incumbent Worker Training, job fairs), and literacy programs (GED preparation, ESL, high school diploma). Specialized programs include the BOSS Young Professionals Program for ages 16–24, the PowerUp! Pre-Apprenticeship Program in skilled trades and healthcare, the ReAlign ReStart prisoner re-entry initiative, and a Mobile Career Center (a 13-station ADA-accessible computer lab on wheels). Service delivery is anchored by three physical locations — the Marietta headquarters, a Gritters Library access point, and the new 10,000-square-foot Cobb Work Source Center in Mableton — supported by partnerships with Chattahoochee Technical College, Georgia Department of Labor, Goodwill, Lockheed Martin, and Cobb County Government.

The revenue model is grant-funded rather than commercial: CobbWorks derives the bulk of its operating budget from federal WIOA / Department of Labor funds, a $3,773,358 American Rescue Plan Act award from Cobb County Government (2021–2023), foundation grants (Atlanta CareerRise, Cobb Community Foundation, United Way ATL), corporate contributions (Dollar General, Amazon Smile), and individual donations matched through the Match Magic program. Most direct services to job seekers are provided free of charge subject to eligibility verification; ancillary commercial revenue is generated via co-working memberships and meeting-room rentals at the Mableton center. The organization employs an estimated 11–50 staff across executive, program management, accounting, career advising, and one-stop operator functions, led by President/CEO Sonya Grant.

Name

Worksource Cobb/cobbworks, Inc.

Legal name

CobbWorks, Inc.

Website

https://worksourcecobb.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

WorkSource Cobb / CobbWorks is a 501(c)(3) non-profit operating as Cobb County's designated American Job Center, delivering free workforce development, GED/ESL literacy, youth career, and pre-apprenticeship training to job seekers, youth, and employers through three physical centers and a Mobile Career Center in Marietta and Mableton, Georgia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Workforce Development Services

NAICS

Employment Services (5613), Employment Placement Agencies (561311), Business and Secretarial Schools (611410), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (6243)

SIC

Services-Employment Agencies (7361), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Workforce Development Programs (WIOA/One-Stop Career Centers) (EDAAAOAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Job Placement, Matching & Career Navigation Services (EDAAAOAL), Apprenticeships, Pre-Apprenticeships & Work-Based Learning (EDAAAOAC), Incumbent Worker Training & Upskilling (EDAAAOAE), Employment & Job Readiness Support Services (BPAGAEAJ), Workforce & Job-Seeker Services (Community-Based) (EDAAAFAM), Work-Based Learning Programs (Internships, Apprenticeships, Community-Based Instruction) (EDAKANAF)

Keywords

• Workforce development services
• Job training programs
• Adult education services
• Career counseling services
• Employment placement services

Headquarters

HQ city

Marietta

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Government Grants and Funding: CobbWorks is funded primarily through federal grants including Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds, U.S. Department of Labor grants, and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. Cobb County Government awarded $3,773,358 in ARPA funding for workforce development services.
2. Donations and Charitable Contributions: As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, CobbWorks accepts financial donations from individuals and organizations. They participate in programs like Amazon Smile and receive grants from foundations like Cobb Community Foundation and Atlanta CareerRise.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

WorkSource Cobb/CobbWorks, Inc. operates as Cobb County's designated American Job Center under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), providing a comprehensive one-stop system of workforce development services. Core offerings include job seeker services (résumé assistance, career coaching, job search support), employer/business services (recruitment, hiring assistance, job fairs, OJT and IWT training), and literacy programs (GED preparation, ESL classes, High School Diploma). Specialized programs include the BOSS Young Professionals Program for ages 16-24, PowerUp! Pre-Apprenticeship Program, and ReAlign ReStart prisoner re-entry initiative.

Product overview

Worksource Cobb/CobbWorks operates as Cobb County's designated American Job Center, providing a comprehensive system of workforce development services through multiple interconnected programs. The core offerings include job seeker services (résumé assistance, career coaching, job search support), employer/business services (recruitment, hiring assistance, job fairs, OJT and IWT training programs), and literacy programs (GED preparation, ESL classes, high school diploma programs). Key specialized programs include the BOSS Young Professionals Program for youth ages 16-24, the PowerUp! Pre-Apprenticeship Program for career training with industry credentials, and the ReAlign ReStart initiative for prisoner re-entry. Physical service delivery is provided through three locations: the main WorkSource Cobb center in Marietta, Gritters Library access point, and the Cobb Work Source Center in Mableton which also houses co-working and meeting spaces. The Mobile Career Center extends services throughout the community via a mobile computer lab.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• B.O.S.S. Young Professionals Program: Career pathway program for young adults ages 16-24 providing education support, career preparation, and job placement services
• PowerUp! Pre-Apprenticeship Program
• ReAlign ReStart
• Mobile Career Center (MCC)

Products and services

• Job Seeker Services Standard workforce services for job seekers including job search assistance, résumé building via Employ Georgia platform, cover letter assistance, interview preparation, career coaching, and access to computers and equipment for job searching.
• Business Services Employer-focused services including customized recruitment, hiring assistance, job fairs, job postings, candidate screening, Mobile Career Center access, On-the-Job Training (OJT), and Incumbent Worker Training (IWT) programs for Cobb County employers.
• Literacy Services Comprehensive literacy programs including GED preparation, High School Diploma programs, ESL (English as a Second Language) classes, and workforce training for underserved individuals in Cobb County.
• GED Services Free GED preparation and testing assistance programs offered at multiple locations throughout Cobb County, including eligibility support and test fee scholarships for qualifying candidates.
• BOSS (Bold, Open, Skilled, Successful) Young Professionals Program Career pathway program for young adults ages 16-24 providing free education tuition, paid work experience, job readiness workshops, career counseling, and incentives up to $8,500 while participants develop skills.
• PowerUp! Pre-Apprenticeship Program Cohort-based earn-and-learn training program launched in 2020 providing in-demand skills, industry-recognized credentials, supportive services, and direct career opportunities in healthcare, technology, logistics, skilled trades, and manufacturing sectors.
• Mobile Career Center (MCC) State-of-the-art, fully accessible computer lab on wheels featuring 13 computer stations, private interview area, high-speed satellite internet, printer/scanner/copy services, 42" Plasma TV with Smart Board Overlay, and ADA-compliant workstation for mobile workforce services delivered throughout Cobb County.
• Cobb Work Source Center - Co-working Space 10,000-square-foot workforce development center in Mableton featuring co-working spaces, meeting room rentals (small up to 8 people, large up to 60), virtual office services, and business support for entrepreneurs.
• ReAlign ReStart Initiative Prisoner re-entry workforce development program operating within Cobb County Jail, providing education, literacy services, high-demand industry skills training, and employment placement for incarcerated individuals to reduce recidivism. Participants earn 8 industry-recognized credentials in construction.
• Training Assistance Federally funded training program providing eligibility-based funding for job seekers to attend approved programs for certifications, licenses, or associate degrees in in-demand industries including Advanced Manufacturing, Healthcare, IT, Skilled Trades, and Transportation.

Quantifiable outcome

• Graduates more than 350 youth and adults annually from credential programs
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, notable and minor.

• Cobb County JailcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership with Cobb County Jail for the ReAlign ReStart prisoner re-entry initiative providing workforce development education, employment and training co-located in the jail facility.
• Construction ReadycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Partner in the ReAlign ReStart initiative providing construction and welding pre-apprenticeship training for incarcerated individuals, with 8 industry-recognized credentials earned upon completion.
• Chattahoochee Technical CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey educational partner providing post-secondary training opportunities, GED testing pathways, and academic credit for workforce programs including BOSS and PowerUp!
• Lockheed MartincoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor employer partner providing apprenticeship opportunities and career pathways through the PowerUp! pre-apprenticeship program and BOSS young professionals program.
• Cobb County GovernmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary funder through ARPA ($3.77M) and ongoing workforce development support. Cooperative relationship maximizes WIOA resources for Cobb County residents.
• Plumbing Heating and Cooling Contractors Association (PHCCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry partner for PowerUp! pre-apprenticeship program providing skilled trades training, employer connections, and work experience opportunities in plumbing/HVAC.
• Dollar GeneralnotableGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner through the Yellow Gloves Project supporting literacy and workforce development. Annual grant supports GED classes, ESL training, literacy workshops, career resources, and employment connections.
• Cobb County Fire DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Cobb County Fire P.R.E.P. Academy (Prospective Recruit Education Program) providing hands-on fire services training for young adults through work-based learning.
• MAPP-PGALnotableImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDesign-build firm for the adaptive-reuse project transforming Old Mableton Fire Station 1 into the Cobb Work Source Center workforce development facility.
• Riverside EpiCenternotableChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCommunity partner hosting job fairs and workforce events, providing accessible venue in Mableton for connecting job seekers with employers.
• Amazon SmileminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCobbWorks is registered as a charitable organization on Amazon Smile, allowing shoppers to donate a percentage of purchases to support workforce programs.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Per Scholas: National nonprofit providing tuition-free IT and skilled-trades training and placement for adults from underserved communities. Comparable training-and-placement model targeting similar populations to CobbWorks' PowerUp! and BOSS programs.
• Jobs for the Future (JFF): National nonprofit that designs, scales, and funds workforce and education-to-career pathway programs. Operates in the same sector as CobbWorks but at the systems/policy level rather than direct service.
• Atlanta CareerRise: Regional workforce intermediary funding and coordinating sector-based career pathway programs in metro Atlanta. Directly comparable mission; CobbWorks is both peer and grant recipient ($73K for PowerUp!).

Broad incumbents

• Goodwill Industries International: National umbrella for 150+ local Goodwill workforce development nonprofits offering job training, placement, and re-entry services. Same mission, broader portfolio and scale than CobbWorks.
• Maximus (Workforce Services segment): Large publicly-traded contractor operating WIOA, TANF, and workforce development programs in multiple states for federal, state, and county governments. Overlaps with CobbWorks in the same federal funding stream with greater scale and geographic reach.
• ResCare / BrightSpring Health Services: National provider of workforce, vocational rehabilitation, and human services, including WIOA-adult and dislocated worker program delivery. Comparable federal-funded workforce and re-entry service delivery model.
• SERCO (Workforce Programs): Government services contractor operating American Job Centers and workforce programs under WIOA across multiple U.S. regions. Direct institutional competitor in the federal workforce services procurement space.

Regional players

• WorkSource Atlanta / Atlanta Workforce Development Agency: Designated workforce development board and American Job Center operator for the City of Atlanta under WIOA, delivering nearly identical job seeker, employer, and training services but for a different county. Directly comparable operating model and federal mandate.
• Chattahoochee Technical College: Public technical college in Cobb County delivering credentialed workforce training that overlaps with CobbWorks' PowerUp! and GED pathways. Functions both as a strategic partner and as a direct training provider for the same employer customers.

Direct peers

• Goodwill of North Georgia: Non-profit operating workforce development, job training, and placement programs across metro Atlanta, including partnerships with WIOA-funded American Job Centers. Directly competes for the same employer and job-seeker relationships CobbWorks serves.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/WorkSourceCobb
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cobbworks-inc.
• Instagraminstagram.com/@cobbworks

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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