By Ryan Waldrep, Assistant Director for Entrepreneur and Small Business DevelopmentCovington, Newton County | Region 5 There is no doubt that the film industry has had a tremendous impact on Georgia. We have played host to superheroes, villains, warriors,… Read More
Henry Ford said "Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success." Earlier this year we announced that Caterpillar will make a major investment in Spalding County, creating 200 jobs and investing $120 million in machinery equipment and plant upgrades, with… Read More
Have what, you ask? I bet you have an insert from the Sunday paper. The one from Target, or Walmart, or maybe Macy's, JC Penney, Staples, Office Max or CVS? Do you have the Cabela's, Williams-Sonoma, L.L. Bean, Victoria's Secret or Coldwater Creek catalog? How about a National… Read More
Adena Brumer, a transplant to Atlanta, is an actor/singer navigating the enormous and exciting Atlanta acting landscape.Being an extra can be a fantastic way to see how a TV or film set works: Watching cinematographers, directors, lighting set-ups, makeup, hair, costuming, not to mention… Read More
More than $1.4 million in awards will support programs, facilities in 51 countiesATLANTA – October 30, 2024 – The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) team specialized in supporting arts and culture, Georgia Council for the Arts, today… Read More
ATLANTA – October 24, 2024 – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that TMC Transformers USA Inc. (TMC), an international dry-type transformers manufacturer for a wide range of industrial applications, will expand its footprint in Georgia by investing more than $15.3 million… Read More
ATLANTA—October 31, 2024—Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that SOLARCYCLE, an advanced technology-based solar recycling company, will accelerate its expansion into Polk County to meet increasing demand for solar panel recycling services. The company is investing an additional… Read More
ATLANTA– November 13 ,2024 – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that GreenBox Systems LLC (GreenBox), an innovative company that provides automated warehouse services to businesses of all sizes, will invest $144 million in a new distribution facility in Jackson. The project… Read More
This holiday season, consider making a meaningful impact by supporting small businesses in Georgia. With small businesses making up more than 90% of businesses in the state, according to the U.… Read More
Georgia’s Workforce: Leading the WayGeorgia is continually optimizing its leading role in economic development and workforce readiness. Named the No. 1 State for Business for an unprecedented 11th consecutive year by Area Development magazine, Georgia’s strategic investments and innovative… Read More
