Press Releases
Mar 23, 2015 Wells Lighting to create 200 jobs in Jenkins County
ATLANTA, March 23, 2015—Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Wells Lighting, a Korea-based light manufacturer, will locate its first North American headquarters in Millen, creating...
Mar 19, 2015 Applied Systems to create 150 jobs in Atlanta
ATLANTA, March 19, 2015—Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Applied Systems, a Chicago-based software company focused on the insurance industry, will expand its Atlanta operations...
Mar 10, 2015 Varian Medical Systems to create 100 jobs in Atlanta
ATLANTA, March 10, 2015—Gov. Nathan Deal announced today that Varian Medical Systems, the world's leading manufacturer of medical devices and software for treating cancer and...
Mar 4, 2015 Georgia Tourism Debuts New Experts Program
ATLANTA, March 3, 2015 – The Georgia Department of Economic Development's Tourism division announced the launch of its newest travel planning tool, the Georgia Explorers...
Feb 19, 2015 WebstaurantStore to create 150 jobs in Dougherty County
ATLANTA, February 19, 2015—Gov. Nathan Deal announced today that WebstaurantStore, an e-commerce brand that sells restaurant equipment and supplies, will create 150 jobs and invest...
Feb 19, 2015 Governor Deal proclaims state's first-ever Small Business Week
ATLANTA, February 19, 2015—Governor Deal announced today that Georgia's Small Business Week is February 16 – 20. The Governor presented the proclamation at the state...
Feb 17, 2015 Comcast to create 300 jobs in Fulton, Gwinnett counties
ATLANTA, February 17, 2015—Gov. Nathan Deal announced today that Comcast will expand its business in greater Atlanta, creating 300 new jobs in Fulton and Gwinnett...
Feb 17, 2015 State Launches Pilot Program to Grow Logistics Industry Workforce
Savannah, February 17, 2015 – The Georgia Department of Economic Development's Workforce and Center of Innovation for Logistics divisions joined forces with the Coastal Workforce...
Feb 17, 2015 Caesarstone to create 130 jobs in Bryan County
ATLANTA, February 17, 2015—Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Caesarstone, a manufacturer of high-quality engineered quartz surfaces, will expand in Richmond Hill, creating 130 jobs...
Feb 13, 2015 Deal honors individuals for achievements in the arts and humanities
ATLANTA, October 7, 2014—Gov. Nathan Deal announced today at the state Capitol the recipients of the third annual Governor's Awards for the Arts and Humanities...