Atlanta, February 12, 2020 –Today Governor Brian P. Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp joined Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) Commissioner Pat Wilson, state officials, and Georgia companies to celebrate Georgia Made Day at the State Capitol. The event featured… Read More
As the State of Georgia celebrates a record-setting year for trade in 2019, the International Trade Division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) announces a new effort to give Georgia businesses an advantage for the future. The new Export Georgia, USA Directory is now up and… Read More
Atlanta, February 20, 2020 –Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced a $22 million expansion by flooring manufacturer Mannington Mills, Inc. in Gordon County due to increased customer demand for domestically produced luxury vinyl flooring. Mannington Mills purchased a 10.5-… Read More
The following is an excerpt from a recent Industry Week article written by Alyssa Rumsey, senior industry engagement manager at the Center of Innovation for Manufacturing, part of the Georgia Department of Economic Development:
The growing demand for a skilled manufacturing… Read More
Atlanta, February 24, 2020 –Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Sonic Automotive, Inc., (NYSE:SAH), a Fortune 500 Company and one of the largest retailers of new and pre-owned vehicles in the United States, will locate a dealership and regional headquarters for… Read More
Last month, Georgia Department of Economic Development’s Trade Outreach Manager, Maxine Bier, traveled with eight Georgia companies to exhibit in the Georgia, USA booth at the 2020 Arab Health tradeshow in Dubai, UAE. As the largest… Read More
Atlanta, GA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Toyota Financial Services will open a new office in Alpharetta to become the company’s East Dealer Service Center. The investment of more than $8 million will bring 150 new jobs to Fulton County.
“Georgia is an established leader in… Read More
Atlanta, March 6, 2020 –Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Sugar Bowl Bakery, one of the leading minority-owned bakeries in America, will locate its first East Coast location in DeKalb County. The company will deliver approximately 400 new jobs and invest $37… Read More
Atlanta, March 11, 2020 –Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Kerry Group will expand its operations in Rome, Georgia, investing $125 million, its largest-ever capital expenditure investment. The project will employ more than 400 people during the construction phase… Read More
Atlanta, March 11, 2020 –Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Bryan County will be home to Georgia’s newest Medline Industries, Inc. location in the state. Medline, the largest privately held manufacturer and distributor of medical supplies, will invest over $70… Read More
