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Taurus Targets Georgia Location for Long-term Success

Uprooting and moving an entire manufacturing operation is not for the faint of heart. Unless the results mean greater profits, the time and expense of searching for a more advantageous location, constructing a new facility and training a new workforce—all while incurring a profit-risking gap in… Read More

Georgia Made™ a Symbol of Community Pride, Quality

Nearly one year after celebrating Georgia Made Day at the State Capitol, the program has become a point of pride for manufacturing companies and Georgians in every corner of the state. Georgia Made™… Read More

Spring Mountain Center to Open Manufacturing, Distribution Headquarters in Barrow County; $45 Million Investment to Create 205 Jobs

Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Spring Mountain Center will invest $45 million in opening their manufacturing and distribution headquarters in Barrow County, delivering 205 jobs to the local community. Spring Mountain Center is a leading manufacturer… Read More

“Wanderlust” Brings Huge Economic Impact to Habersham

The 2012 production of “Wanderlust” had a large impact on Habersham County, with over 200 production crew, staff, and actors residing in the North Georgia county for over 12 weeks. Mountain cabin rentals and local restaurants were booked solid, including Black Bear Resort and the Copper Pot. Stars… Read More

Dahlonega Becoming a Holiday Film Destination Town

Film producers and directors are falling in love with filming in Dahlonega, especially as the setting for Christmas themed movies. Small businesses such as the Dahlonega General Store cater to cast, crew, and local visitors who visit the historic downtown landmark. Venues such as the downtown… Read More

Catering Company Relocates to Georgia to Serve Film Sets

Hanna Brothers believes that a great meal brings people together, and that the world could use a little more of that right about now. The small business has been in the film catering space since 1997 and now have over 200 film credits under their belt.… Read More

Sound Mixer Works to Grow Film in Augusta

Augusta has made tremendous strides towards becoming a film destination, and that is certainly reflective in the story of sound mixer Nick Laws. Doing sound on film and television productions has allowed Nick to grow his network and expertise. Recently, he was elected president of the Southeastern… Read More

Local Loves Production on “Home Turf”

Barbara Zagrodnik has always been on the front lines of the growing film community in Augusta. With each production in Augusta, Barbara sees the impact on crew depth, location logistics, and overall community development. She has witnessed businesses more eager to work with the film community and… Read More

Small Business Promotes Safe Protocols in Wake of COVID

PiperMed was born of necessity. When Columbus-born film producer Meredith Riley Stewart attempted to make her feature during COVID-19, safety was her top priority. She approached the founders of a local community clinic, Dr. Grant Scarborough and Tony Nguyen, who provided her with a COVID… Read More