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Assembling a Growing Stage Footprint for TV, Film in Georgia

The State of Georgia, a leader in global film production, has been using its signature partnership approach working with the public and private sector to produce film opportunities. Results can be seen year-round in every corner of the state. During the last two fiscal years alone, Georgia has… Read More

New Study Highlights Georgia’s Nonprofit Arts, Culture Impact

Now available: Local communities can calculate unique impact ATLANTA – October 17, 2024 – Reported by the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s strategic arts arm, Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA), Georgia’s nonprofit arts and culture sector… Read More

Georgia Council for the Arts Awards Grant Funding to 69 Organizations

More than $1.4 million in awards will support programs, facilities in 51 counties ATLANTA – 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

Southern Ionics Minerals Mines Success in Southeast Georgia

What do the endangered gopher tortoise and the paint ingredient titanium have in common? The mineral-rich sandhills of southeast Georgia are home to both. When mineral manufacturer … Read More

Georgia-based Flock Safety Opens New 97,000-Square-Foot Manufacturing Facility

ATLANTA – April 2, 2025 – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Georgia-headquartered Flock Safety, a leading safety technology solutions provider, is opening a new manufacturing facility in Smyrna. The new 97,000-square-foot facility will ultimately create an estimated 210… Read More

Financial Assistance Resources

While there aren't typically any state grants available for small business startups, there are many lending opportunities including your local banks. Below is Georgia's list of traditional and alternative funding as well as federal… Read More

Mercedes-Benz Establishing North American Headquarters, new Research & Development Hub in Metro Atlanta

ATLANTA – May 22, 2025 – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Mercedes-Benz will establish Atlanta as Mercedes-Benz’s headquarters in North America by centralizing and uniting key corporate functions. The company will move up to 500 jobs to the existing Mercedes-Benz… Read More

Pat Wilson

Pat Wilson has served as the Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) since 2016, leading the state’s efforts in job creation through business recruitment and innovation, trade, tourism, and the arts, film, and entertainment industries. Under his leadership, Georgia… Read More

Now Filming In Georgia

The Georgia Entertainment Industry Investment Act has helped make Georgia a hub for accomplished producers, award-winning actors and cutting-edge film technology. Filmmakers can enjoy unbridled artistic… Read More