ATLANTA, September 10, 2014—The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) announced today that Oilon, a Finnish energy and environment technology company, will open its first U.S.-based office and warehouse in Thomasville, creating 50 jobs over the next five years. '… Read More
Independent filmmakers, actors, and those looking for industry networking and training opportunities in Georgia are fortunate to have some very strong local organizations to turn to for support. While not a comprehensive list, the three organizations below would be a great place to start, whether… Read More
Adena Brumer, a recent transplant to Atlanta, is an actor/singer navigating the enormous and exciting Atlanta acting landscape.
Being an extra can be a fantastic way to see how a TV or film set works: Watching cinematographers, directors, lighting set-ups, makeup, hair, costuming, not… Read More
Adena Brumer, a recent transplant to Atlanta, is an actor/singer navigating the enormous and exciting Atlanta acting landscape. We asked her what recommendations she would make to others new to Georgia or new to the business after getting to know the lay of the land here and she was generous… Read More
A delegation of government officials, businesses and local communities from Georgia recently attended the 38th annual Southeast U.S. (SEUS) - Japan conference in Birmingham, Alabama. The multi-day conference aims to foster trade and investment opportunities between the two regions. Georgia's… Read More
The global aerospace industry continues steady growth with the US continuing to the lead the way in international aerospace exports. While defense budgets are relative flat, the commercial aviation market continues to grow, fueled by steady growth in airline traffic and increased demand for service… Read More
This is a brief interview with Tom Croteau, deputy commissioner of global commerce for the Georgia Department of Economic Development. It details some of the reasons why Porsche North America and Mercedes-Benz USA decided to bring their North American headquarters to Atlanta, Georgia. These… Read More
By Ryan Waldrep, Assistant Director for Entrepreneur and Small Business Development
Nothing screams Southern cuisine like fried chicken, sweet tea, banana puddin' and pimento cheese. Ok, I know you're probably thinking of that pimento cheese that looks like wallpaper paste, but… Read More
By Ryan Waldrep, Assistant Director for Entrepreneur and Small Business DevelopmentVidalia, Montgomery County | Region 9
For years, rubber and other materials were used to make gaskets and seals. Although these products worked, they had their drawbacks. They were… Read More
