Economic Development Education
BlogJan 24, 2022 – Economic development classes and programs taking place across Georgia in 2025.
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Advanced recycling industry takes hold of Georgia
BlogJan 14, 2022 – From biodegradable packaging to lithium-ion battery recycling, this past year saw 10 project locations in the advanced recycling and recyclable materials sector, totaling over $1.8 billion in investment …
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2021: A Year of Change and Gratitude
BlogDec 17, 2021 – We are grateful to have worked alongside our communities to bring 18,000+ new jobs and 7 billion dollars in investment to the state of Georgia in 2021. Our …
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Recognizing Georgia PreK Week
BlogOct 21, 2021 – Enjoy this Q&A session with Erica Fener Sitkoff Ph.D, Executive Director of VOICES
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An Elevation of Vegetation
BlogAug 27, 2021 – Vertical farming is growing to new heights in Georgia
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Dreamers Color Rome's River District
Rural TransformationAug 11, 2021 – Learn more about the entrepreneurs, makers and artists that are leading the way in the River District in Rome, Georgia.
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Site Selection Tool Update
BlogAug 9, 2021 – Check out the latest version of our economic development site selection tool to help you find a home for your business!
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Meet Some 'Berry' Talented Entrepreneurs
Rural TransformationAug 3, 2021 – Travel 75 miles north of Atlanta and you’ll find the world’s largest contiguous college campus – 27,000 acres, in fact. But peel back the layers on Berry College’s …
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Hometown Heroes: Vanessa Wagner
Hometown HeroesJul 19, 2021 – Meet Vanessa Wagner of the Golden Isles Development Authority
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Caffeinating Coastal Connections in Georgia
Rural TransformationJul 12, 2021 – Based on the notion that entrepreneurs discover solutions and engage with their communities over a million cups of coffee, the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation developed 1 Million Cups …
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Good Vibes Flow in Downtown Valdosta
Rural TransformationJul 12, 2021 – Located in a century-old brick building with imposing Renaissance arched windows, Georgia Beer Company was founded by Chris Jones and Jack “J. Ryce” Martin, classmates from Valdosta State …
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Farming for the future in Georgia
Rural TransformationJul 12, 2021 – Read more about White Oak Pastures method of innovative farming in southeast Georgia.
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Georgia's Goldmine: Entrepreneurs
Rural TransformationJul 6, 2021 – An architect by training, Eric Parker built a clubhouse like none you’ve ever imagined – a space that brings together people, cities and companies to fuel learning, big …
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Guest Blogger Series: Minah Hall
BlogJun 29, 2021 – Site Selection Consultant Minah Hall shares her perspective on the site selection process, the pandemic, family, and how it all ties together.
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HD White Logistics Company
2 Minute WinsJun 21, 2021 – From a chance meeting to a huge opportunity, this is the story of Hope White and HD White Logistics in Metter, Georgia.
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Georgia is plugged in to electric transportation
BlogJun 15, 2021 – Georgia is fertile ground for the electric vehicle (EV) industry.
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White Oak Industrial Park
2 Minute WinsMay 24, 2021 – From an empty site to a full building, this is the story of White Oak Industrial Park. Discover the team and the teamwork that envisioned and then built …
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Meet our community development manager: Elyse Davis
BlogApr 12, 2021 – Keeping up with Our Team: Elyse Davis
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Okabashi Brands CEO Sara Irvani
BlogMar 25, 2021 – Meet Sara Irvani: the inspirational CEO and third-generation shoemaker at Gwinnett-based global brand, Okabashi. Sara recently talked with local economic developers Brooke Perez, Emily Poole, and Deven Casen …