Innovation in Georgia
Georgia is full of people with big ideas. From small startups to global companies, businesses here are developing innovative technologies, solving problems, and bringing new products to market. At the Georgia Department of Economic Development, we’re here to help you do the same.
Business Innovation at Any Size
Starting something new isn’t easy, but you don’t have to do it alone. Small and mid-sized businesses in Georgia benefit from one-on-one support from the Georgia Center of Innovation team. Find help solving real problems, from contacting the right research partners to connecting with shippers who can get your product to the world. Plus, through the state’s relationships with many of Georgia’s leading corporations, solutions are being developed right here that create a better world. Importantly, no matter the size, businesses in Georgia can tap into shared knowledge and connections that strengthen the state’s innovation ecosystem.
Top institutions are bringing more products to market.
(NSF HERD Survey, 2024)
SBDCs complement local and regional entrepreneurship hubs across the state.
(University of Georgia SBDC)
Customized Business Support
Whether you’re scaling a business, solving technical challenges, or exploring new ideas, our Innovation team can guide or connect you with the right partner.
How we help:
- Industry Expertise – Work with specialists who bring decades of experience to Georgia’s key industries.
- Strategic Connections – Connect with suppliers, research institutions, universities, and other partners.
- Innovation Ecosystem Access – Tap into incubators, accelerators, and innovation hubs across Georgia.
- Market and Industry Insights – Gain valuable data and trends to help inform smart business decisions and identify growth opportunities.
Industries of Focus
Find strategic insights and connections across key industries that power Georgia’s economy, including:
Aerospace and defense companies benefit from Georgia’s nine military bases, propelling aerospace to Georgia’s No. 1 export.
With 9.9 million acres of operating farmland and top food processing companies, we bring everything to the table.
Research and collaboration place Georgia on the cutting edge of clean energy innovation.
Digital infrastructure, cybersecurity expertise, and skilled talent support top tech sectors like fintech and health IT.
In the heart of the Southeast, Georgia is a global gateway for business, from ports to rail to warehousing and beyond.
Robust infrastructure and development resources have helped Georgia outpace the Southeast in manufacturing GDP.
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Support is available across sectors. Contact our team to explore solutions and new opportunities.
Industry Success
Get to know our work from a few of the Georgia businesses that know us best:
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