2009 CEFGA Expo and SkillsUSA Championships Draw Record Crowd
243 Companies; More than 6,000 Attend Annual Event

Students, educators, and industry professionals made their way around the Georgia International Convention Center and six acres of equipment and exhibits.  They wore hard-hats with the CEFGA Expo 2009 logo, and safety glasses to ensure their protection.  One might have thought some serious construction work was taking place, but those participating were just enjoying another successful year of the CEFGA Expo and SkillsUSA State Championships.

The Expo, which had previously been at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds, made a first-year splash at the Georgia International Convention Center, April 16-17, 2009.  The new and roomier home saw 4,510 students pass through its doors, along with 770 education representatives, and 865 industry professionals over the course of two days.

A grand total of 6,145 people attended this year's Expo and SkillsUSA State Championships. That represented a 46% increase in attendance over last year.

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