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Ball Corporation to Build New Manufacturing Facility in Floyd County, Create More Than 180 New Jobs

ATLANTA, October 16, 2019 —Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Ball Corporation, a provider of aluminum packaging for beverages, personal care, and household products, will expand its operations in Rome.… Read More

Georgia to Veterans: We got your six!

With a large population of active and retired military servicemembers, Georgia recognizes the inherent value veterans bring to the community. That’s why the state is actively encouraging even more veterans to remain living and working in communities all across the state through smart policy… Read More

Why Georgia Stays on Top: Misti Martin on Growth, Talent, and What’s Next

In Georgia, success in economic development is more than a streak. It is a strategy. After a decade as the No. 1 state for business, Georgia is still building momentum, thanks in large part to leadership that stays focused, flexible, and community-driven.  In a recent interview with Site… Read More

Gov Kemp: Georgia Job Creation Remains Strong

 ATLANTA – August 29, 2024 – Governor Brian P. Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), today announced another year of sustained momentum for business recruitment and expansions in Fiscal Year 2024. Between July 1, 2023, and June 30 of… Read More

Governor Perdue Announces HP to Locate Data Centers in Metro Atlanta

ATLANTA, May 17, 2006 —Governor Sonny Perdue announced today that HP will build two state-of-the-art data centers in Metro Atlanta, creating 280 jobs and an initial investment of $600 million, a number that will grow by the tens of millions over the next five years. "Atlanta is a… Read More

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Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower. - Steve Jobs

In a globally competitive environment, companies that continue to adapt, change and innovate are the companies that will be marketplace leaders.  No matter what phase of your growth, Georgia… Read More

Bainbridge Manufacturing creates 240 jobs in Decatur County

ATLANTA, March 26, 2014—Gov. Deal announced today that Bainbridge Manufacturing LLC, a privately held automotive manufacturer, will invest $10 million into a new headquarters in Decatur County. The project will create 100 jobs in the first year, with a total of 240 jobs and $… Read More

Georgia ranked No. 1 state for business for fourth consecutive year

ATLANTA—November 2, 2016 –Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Georgia has been named the No. 1 state in the nation in which to do business for the fourth consecutive year by Site Selection magazine, a leading economic development trade publication. 'For a remarkable fourth time… Read More

Gov. Kemp Announces Pregis to Open Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Henry County, Creating 150 Jobs

Atlanta, June 30, 2021 –Today, Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that Pregis, a leading manufacturer of protective packaging, will expand its presence in Georgia and plans to invest more than $14 million to open an advanced manufacturing facility in Henry County. This will… Read More