Monroe, LA - CBRE, in partnership with Louisiana Delta Community College (LDCC), will host the Data Center Installer Graduation Ceremony on May 29, 2026, at 4:00 PM at LDCC in Monroe, Louisiana. This milestone event marks the successful completion of an intensive workforce development program designed to prepare local talent for careers in the rapidly growing data center industry.
The graduation ceremony celebrates a new class of skilled technicians who have completed CBRE’s hands-on training program, equipping them with the technical knowledge, safety practices, and operational readiness required to support modern data center infrastructure.
This initiative represents a powerful collaboration between industry and education-aligning CBRE’s global expertise in data center operations with LDCC’s commitment to community-based workforce development.
Driving Workforce Development in Northeast Louisiana
As demand for digital infrastructure continues to expand, the need for highly trained data center professionals has never been greater. Through this program, CBRE and LDCC are directly addressing that need by:
- Creating career pathways for local residents
- Delivering industry-aligned technical training
- Supporting economic growth and job creation in the region
- Building a sustainable pipeline of skilled labor for data center operations
“This program is about more than training-it’s about transformation,” said Kenya Burks, Training and Development Management. “We are equipping individuals with the skills to build careers, while strengthening the workforce that powers the future of technology.”
A Strategic Partnership for Community Impact
The collaboration between CBRE and LDCC demonstrates how public-private partnerships can drive meaningful change. LDCC provides the academic foundation and local engagement, while CBRE brings real-world application, global standards, and direct industry access.
Together, they are:
- Bridging the gap between education and employment
- Elevating workforce readiness in rural and underserved communities
- Supporting large-scale infrastructure projects, including regional data center expansion
Event Highlights
- The graduation ceremony will feature:
- Opening and partner remarks
- Insights from industry leadership
- A keynote address by James Jackson, CBRE Superintendent
- Graduate recognition and certificate presentations
- Reflections from students, trainers, and senior leadership
The event will conclude with closing remarks from CBRE leadership, reinforcing the program’s impact and future vision.
About CBRE
CBRE Group, Inc. is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with a strong presence in data center solutions, facilities management, and technical workforce development.
About Louisiana Delta Community College (LDCC)
LDCC is a comprehensive community college dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality education and workforce training that meets the evolving needs of business and industry in Northeast Louisiana.