SAVANNAH, Ga., September 21, 2006 – In a speech to the Georgia Economic Developers Association today at the Savannah Riverfront Marriot, Governor Sonny Perdue discussed the important link between economic development and education. He also announced that Georgia's high school graduation rate has… Read More
Atlanta, GA – December 16, 2021 – At an event with company leaders, Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Rivian Inc. (Rivian) will invest $5 billion in a carbon-conscious campus in Georgia for its electric adventure vehicles. Across operations, Rivian will create… Read More
International Representative Spotlight: Brazil
Interviewee Name and Title:
José Madeira, Managing Director
The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) has maintained representation in Brazil since 1996 and recently celebrated 25 years of economic… Read More
BRUNSWICK, June 24, 2009 – Governor Sonny Perdue and members of the OneGeorgia Authority Board met today at the College of Coastal Georgia in Brunswick and approved grants and loans from the OneGeorgia Authority's portfolio of financing programs. These awards will assist with… Read More
ATLANTA, February 20, 2006—Today at the State Capitol, Governor Sonny Perdue led the swearing-in ceremony of 32 Georgians appointed to the newly reconstituted Workforce Investment Board (WIB), a key part of the Governor's strategy to develop a better educated statewide workforce… Read More
