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May 15, 2025 Op-Ed: Hyundai metaplant investment shows importance of Georgia-Korea partnership -- Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Op-Ed: Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Hyundai metaplant investment shows importance of Georgia-Korea partnership By Pat Wilson, Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Economic Development As published in...
Dec 20, 2024 $5K Grants Propel Georgia Businesses Toward Global Expansion
In an increasingly interconnected world, expanding business operations globally can yield exceptional results for small businesses. The Atlanta Metro Export Challenge (MEC), a grant program...
Jul 30, 2024 From Global to Local: Industries that Put Georgia on the Map
With a diverse economic landscape and robust infrastructure, the Peach State offers a compelling environment for companies across multiple industries. The Georgia Department of Economic...
Jun 6, 2024 How the Georgia-Korea Connection Energizes Opportunities
Just two years ago, Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) announced a state-of-the-art vehicle manufacturing facility and battery joint venture (JV) that now represents an...
May 6, 2024 Get the Ball Rolling for New Success
Like in sports, landing the next big win in a community does not happen overnight. Bringing home the gold in economic development requires the right...
Apr 2, 2024 Georgia Exporters Thrive in the Global Marketplace
In the ever-evolving landscape of business, challenges are par for the course. Yet, Georgia’s industries continue to rise up, exceeding expectations year after year. While...
Dec 20, 2023 Seasons of International Cheer
To honor and celebrate Georgia’s international partnerships, Governor Brian. P. Kemp and First Lady Marty A. Kemp hosted the Georgia Consular Corps at the Governor’s...
Mar 29, 2022 Georgia Healthcare Exporters, Economic Development Department Represent at 2022 Arab Health Exhibition
In January, Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) Senior International Trade Manager Maxine Bier traveled with six Georgia medical device manufacturing companies to co-exhibit in...
Feb 8, 2022 International Representative Spotlight: Brazil
International Representative Spotlight: Brazil Interviewee Name and Title: José Madeira, Managing Director The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) has maintained representation in Brazil since...
Jan 11, 2022 International Representative Spotlight: Canada
International Representative Spotlight: Canada Interviewee Name and Title: Ludovic Ortuno, Managing Director Georgia has had representation in Canada since 1981. Exports from Georgia to Canada...