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Georgia Named ‘Top State for Doing Business’ for 7th Consecutive Year

ATLANTA – September 1, 2020 –Prior to a tour of the new Amazon fulfillment center in Gwinnett County today, Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that Georgia has been named the “Top State for Doing Business” for the seventh year in a row by… Read More

Business Incentives for Game Developers

In case you missed it, Game Industry News recently ran an article titled, "Georgia Makes Tax Breaks For Game Developers A Law." It references House Bill 958, which… Read More

Tax Credits

The Georgia business tax environment benefits companies in so many ways. Our corporate tax rate has been kept low for 50 years, and your tax obligation is based on one factor: your sales inside Georgia. When you learn about our job tax credits and other incentives, you’ll know why so many view… Read More

What to Know About the State of Georgia’s Cybersecurity Industry Ahead of RSA 2022

Information security has never been more important than it is today. Protecting computers, networks, and data from cyberattacks and unauthorized access or other computer intrusion is not only vital for business, but also a competitive advantage in today’s economy. An elite cybersecurity hub,… Read More

Infosys to Add Approximately 200 Jobs to Metro Atlanta Area

Cobb County, Metro Atlanta, March 4, 2013 – Infosys, a global leader in consulting, technology and outsourcing, today announced that it plans to add approximately 200 new jobs in the next fiscal year at its Cumberland location in Cobb County, and expects additional expansion… Read More

Reward yourself this summer with the new Georgia Dream Pass

ATLANTA, June 6, 2007 – The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) is proud to unveil the Georgia Dream Pass, a new marketing initiative that is designed to pique the traveler's interest. The Georgia Dream Pass is a free consumer 'membership rewards… Read More

Another Record Year for Film and Television Means Big Gains for Georgians

Georgia is celebrating continued growth and investment from the film and television industry. Numbers announced earlier this month show productions spent a record-… Read More

Spring into Beautiful Weather at Georgia's Festivals

ATLANTA, February 12, 2009 - A hearty mix of festivals stands ready to greet Georgia's visitors this spring. One can find almost anything, including live musical performances, diverse cultural experiences, community celebrations and authentic arts and crafts fairs. The Peach State… Read More

Georgia-lensed Productions Generate $3.1 Billion in FY12

ATLANTA, September 24, 2012 — The Georgia Film, Music & Digital Entertainment Office, a division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), announced today that Georgia-lensed productions generated an economic impact of $3.1 billion in the state during FY12 (… Read More