Atlanta Balances World Cup Prep With Economic Headwinds

As Atlanta prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the city is working to connect local businesses with job seekers. The Showcase Atlanta Workforce Expo, held March 5 at the Georgia World Congress Center, according to organizers, sought to fill positions related to the World Cup and other events, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC). The expo, which featured more than 100 employers, anticipates an economic impact of $500 million to $1 billion. Workforce Expo and FIFA World Cup P