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A Legacy of Excellence

“For well over a decade, Georgia has annually maintained top 10 rankings in each survey subcategory.” – Dennis Shea, Publisher of Area Development.

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Georgia Job Creation Remains Strong

The State of Georgia is celebrating another year of sustained momentum for business recruitment and expansions. Recruiting new locations or supporting the expansion of existing industry supports healthy communities in every corner of the state.

Small Business Information & Resources

Explore information, resources and opportunities for starting, growing or financing your small business in Georgia.
 

Business Expansion Services

Expanding your company’s footprint in Georgia is made easier with our team of experts located in 12 regions around the state.
 

Export Assistance & Opportunities

Connect with Georgia’s international trade team for customized export assistance and international opportunities to grow your Georgia business.

Georgia Center of Innovation

The state’s leading resource for facilitating business innovation, we help companies translate new ideas and technologies into commercially viable products and services.

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Life in Georgia

Lifestyle and standard of living are two reasons Georgia continues to attract Fortune 500 companies and the skilled, educated workforce those businesses and others need to succeed. Read more about what the state offers.

Why Georgia?

To make the best state for business, you start with three essential ingredients. Put 80% of the U.S. population within a two hour plane ride, or a two day truck haul. Add on one of America busiest, fastest-growing ports. Then add the #1 port for new auto imports. With easy access to suppliers, customers, and the world, Business wants what Georgia has.