ATLANTA, January 21, 2020 –Explore Georgia, the state tourism office within the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), joined Governor Kemp and industry professionals from across the state today to recognize a record-breaking year in tourism at the annual Tourism, Hospitality… Read More
ATLANTA, September 17, 2019 —Governor Brian P. Kemp announced today that Tyson Foods has expanded its existing facility in Camilla, creating 100 new jobs with an investment of $34.2 million.
“Georgia’s existing industries are a vital component for job growth in… Read More
ATLANTA, June 19, 2019 —Governor Brian P. Kemp announced today that Wayfair, one of the world's largest online destinations for the home, will create 500 jobs and invest more than $8 million in a customer support facility in Athens.
“Wayfair’s decision to locate… Read More
ATLANTA, July 10, 2019 —Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Preci-Dip, a Swiss manufacturer of electronic connector pins, will open its first U.S. production facility in Bryan County. The company will… Read More
ATLANTA, August 1, 2019 —Governor Brian P. Kemp announced today that that Rivacold, a leading manufacturer of refrigeration systems, will create 140 jobs and invest $5 million in a new manufacturing facility… Read More
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Duckshin Housing, a construction materials manufacturer, will create 100 new jobs and invest more than $15 million in Athens-Clarke County through its first U.S. facility.
“Since 2019, we have announced more than… Read More
A Roundtable Opportunity
It has been less than a year since Governor Kemp announced a new position to support and empower Georgia’s small business community. Through a recommendation from Governor Kemp’s Georgians First Commission, the… Read More
ATLANTA – June 27, 2024 – Today the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) announced Georgia was awarded a Gold Shovel by economic development business publication Area Development for achieving significant success in attracting new business investment and… Read More
ATLANTA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that BioTouch, a global healthcare logistics company, will invest $12.5 million to expand two existing facilities in Columbus, creating a combined 480 new jobs in Muscogee County over the next four years.“BioTouch's decision to… Read More
By Ryan Waldrep, Assistant Director for Entrepreneur and Small Business DevelopmentSmall Business Spotlight | Fannin County | Region 1
Take a stroll through downtown Blue Ridge and you'll be bowled over by the beauty. With the mountains in the background, you'll… Read More
