Georgia defines a small business as one which is independently owned and operated and must have either fewer than 300 employees or less than $30 million in gross receipts per year. Georgia does not have a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) designation or certification requirement. Companies may 'self-… Read More
The U.S. government offers several financial aid opportunities for small business owners.Early Stage Innovation FundTo help entrepreneurs grow their businesses and create jobs by increasing access to capital, the SBA created a $1 billion Early Stage Innovation Fund which will… Read More
ATLANTA – January 19, 2023 – Governor Brian P. Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), today announced that Georgia sustained its momentum through economic development projects in key industries during the first half of Fiscal… Read More
Atlanta, July 20, 2021 –Today, Governor Brian P. Kemp announced a statewide initiative to strengthen Georgia's position as a national leader in the electric mobility industry. Driven by the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), the Electric Mobility and… Read More
Atlanta, GA – August 6, 2021 – Yesterday, Governor Brian P. Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) held the official launch of the Electric Mobility and Innovation Alliance (EMIA), announcing chairs for… Read More
With two deepwater ports, the world’s busiest airport, and robust rail infrastructure, Georgia is a hub of global connectivity.To keep this critical industry moving forward, the Georgia Center of Innovation created the Logistics Industry Advisory Board, focused on three strategic priorities:… Read More
ATLANTA – December 12, 2023 – Governor Brian P. Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp today announced the recipients of the 12th annual Governor’s Awards for the Arts and Humanities to honor individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to Georgia in these fields… Read More
Grant investment will support art programs, operations, education in 48 countiesATLANTA– August 24, 2022 – Georgia Council for the Arts, a strategic arm of the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), today announced the… Read More
ATLANTA – December 1, 2021 — This week, Georgia’s Poet Laureate, Chelsea Rathburn, in collaboration with Georgia Council for the Arts, announced the winner and finalists of the eighth annual Poet Laureate’s Prize. The prize is awarded for an original poem written by a Georgia high school… Read More
Atlanta, GA - August 11, 2021, Governor Brian P. Kemp joined the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) to announce record-setting jobs and investments from economic development projects across the state during fiscal year 2021. Investments increased by 46%,… Read More
