Growing up in Nigeria, Hogan Bassey had to deal with the same problem that plagues people in many African nations – the constant onslaught of mosquitoes. Mosquitoes in Nigeria, like mosquitoes everywhere, are annoying. But being annoyed is only a very small part of the problem – mosquitoes in some… Read More
ATLANTA, September 15, 2016 –Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that the Global Commerce Division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) helped create a total of 25,341 new jobs and generate $4.4 billion in investment during FY 16. This growth is a result of the… Read More
ATLANTA – February 21, 2017 –The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) today released Georgia's 2016 trade numbers, which reinforce the state's position as a front-runner in the global economy and as a leader in international trade. In 2016, total trade… Read More
ATLANTA, March 24, 2017 –The Georgia Department of Economic Development's Workforce division announced today the launch of a new brand for Georgia's skilled trade education initiative Trade Five, formerly known as Go Build Georgia. 'One of the state's greatest… Read More
ATLANTA – November 9, 2023 – The Georgia Department of Economic Development, in cooperation with the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority, today announced that the Airport North Industrial Park has earned a “Georgia Ready for Accelerated Development” (GRAD) certification… Read More
ATLANTA – March 30, 2022 – Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) Commissioner Pat Wilson today announced that GovStrive, a human resources services and solutions provider for federal government clients, will expand its operations in Dublin, Georgia. The expansion… Read More
Georgia's business climate has been named No. 1 in the nation by Site Selection magazine, one of the nation's top economic development trade publications. Governor Nathan Deal, along with Home Depot, Gulfstream, UPS and partners… Read More
There are currently 31 bi-national chambers of commerce actively involved in Georgia's international business community. These organizations work to assist their members develop business contacts, and they foster, promote and develop commercial relations and exchanges between Georgia and their… Read More
