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When a devastating 2018 shop fire threatened the future of his business, Crescent Kayaks owner and founder James Derbecker used the event as a catalyst...

How did the business of building world-class jazz guitars land in Savannah, Georgia? The story is a masterclass in economic development worthy of a globally...

Resilience is the word that comes to mind when Will Harris talks about White Oak Pastures. Since taking over the Bluffton, Georgia, family farm in...

The Georgia Department of Economic Development welcomed its representatives from the state’s international offices abroad for a weeklong visit to Georgia during the last week...

In 1986, the office today known as the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) founded a unique, hybrid program aimed at creating meaningful relationships that...

As investments in the electric mobility industry in Georgia rapidly accelerate with major projects from electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, battery suppliers, and other components of...

In 2022, the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s International Trade Division recognized PureAir Filtration as an Exporter of the Year in the mid-sized company category...

While supply chains confront ever-changing global conditions, Georgia continues to lead the way in economic recovery. The state’s focus on strengthening longstanding economic partnerships includes...

Georgia leaders recognize that personal relationships are key to developing strong global partnerships. In-person connections like those made during international trade visits are invaluable for...

International Representative Spotlight: Mexico Interviewee Name(s) & Title(s): Walter Heredia, Trade Representative Georgia has had representation in Mexico since 1993. Walter has been Georgia’s Trade...