Georgia's Economic Development efforts continue to heat up all summer. Here's a round-up of project announcements from summer 2023.

Made in Georgia: Stuckey's is an American legacy revival story from Wrens, Georgia.

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 University (VSU). The result of a public-private partnership between Valdosta-Lowndes County Development Authority, Georgia Beer Company has reenergized Valdosta’s pedestrian-friendly main street area boasting eateries, boutiques and art galleries.

A Key Supplier to Georgia’s Robust Manufacturing Industry

Since beginning operations in West Point, Georgia nearly a decade ago, Kia has created more than 15,000 direct and indirect jobs, and the plant and its suppliers have an estimated annual economic impact of $4 billion.

Georgia Power Economic Development reports on the capital investment, job creations totals and project highlights from Q1 2025 in Georgia, USA.

Discover how small businesses drive economic growth and community resilience. Learn how they create jobs, build wealth, and foster vibrant neighborhoods. Explore the significant impact of microbusinesses on household incomes and local economies. Learn more about the economic impact of small businesses in our communities.

The Georgia Power Education and Workforce Development team, led by Joseph Lillyblad, runs the Learning Power program, coordinates with communities as they develop workforce development programs, and bridges the gap between local industries and school systems to strengthen the talent pipeline for the entire state of Georgia.

Regional Economic Development Manager