November 2021 Features
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Georgia Economic Outlook in Atlanta on December 13th
November 30, 2021
Attend the Georgia Economic Outlook and plan for the year ahead. This series brings the expertise of the University of Georgia Terry College of Business to attendees. The Atlanta event features a national and state forecast.
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‘State of Small Business’ Launch in Macon a Success
November 30, 2021
With more than 1.6 million Georgians employed in small businesses across the state, this critical economic sector remains a top priority for the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD).
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Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta Adds Another $1.27 Million to 4th Quarter Grantmaking
November 29, 2021
The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta today announces more than $1.27 million in grants to 24 nonprofit organizations, including several multi-year grants. These grants will benefit nonprofit work in sectors including the arts, community development and improvement, entrepreneurship, healthcare and youth mental health.
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BeltLine Awarded $16M Grant for Multi-Use Trail Expansion
November 29, 2021
The City of Atlanta and Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. were awarded a $16.46 million RAISE grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) for the construction of nearly two miles of the Southside Trail.
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Nominations Now Open for 2022 National Small Business Week Awards
November 29, 2021
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2022 National Small Business Week (NSBW) Awards. The NSBW Awards recognize the achievements of SBA-assisted small businesses and the contributions they have made to their communities and our nation’s economy.
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Delta Ready to Welcome 5.6M+ Customers During Thanksgiving Travel Period
November 19, 2021
The Thanksgiving holiday period is expected to return to levels not seen since before the COVID-19 pandemic, with Delta anticipating at least 5.6 million passengers from Nov. 19-30. To support customers, Delta has increased staffing levels across the operation including in customer service and reservations, and new flight attendants have graduated to accommodate the growing number of flights being restored.
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Hartsfield-Jackson & Airport Partners Prepare for Busy Holiday Travel Season
November 18, 2021
As the holiday travel season kicks off and passenger traffic increases, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport officials are working closely with its partners and Airport stakeholders to host more than 2.2 million passengers during the holiday period.
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EY Announces Atlanta's Marc Gorlin of Roadie as an Entrepreneur Of The Year 2021 National Award Winner
November 18, 2021
Ernst & Young announced that Marc Gorlin, founder and CEO of Roadie, was named an Entrepreneur Of The Year 2021 National Award winner, following his selection as a Southeast regional award winner in July.
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UGA’s Georgia Economic Outlook Returns to In-Person Events, Delivering Business Intelligence for the New Year
November 18, 2021
As Georgia emerges from two years of economic uncertainty, University of Georgia Terry College of Business experts will address Georgia’s recovery from the COVID-19 recession, the booming housing market and what to expect in the year to come at the 39th annual Georgia Economic Outlook series.
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Georgia Unemployment Rate Hits All-Time Low Amid Strong Job Growth
November 18, 2021
Georgia Labor Commissioner Mark Butler announced today that Georgia's unemployment rate dropped to 3.1 percent in October, the lowest rate in Georgia’s recorded history.
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TCSG Celebrates 2021 National Apprenticeship Week
November 18, 2021
The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) celebrates this year’s National Apprenticeship Week by highlighting the importance of Registered Apprenticeship Programs to growing Georgia’s skilled workforce.
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Metro Atlanta Leaders Gather at ARC’s State of the Region to Tackle Key Issues
November 17, 2021
More than 1,400 leaders gathered at the Atlanta Regional Commission’s State of the Region to explore the key issues facing metro Atlanta. ARC executive director Doug Hooker presented his final the State of the Region address before he retires early next year. He reflected on his 10 years leading ARC and discussed the work that is left to be done.
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The GEDA Recognizes Top Deals of the Year and Outstanding Individuals at Luncheon
November 17, 2021
At its Annual Awards luncheon on Monday, the Georgia Economic Developers Association (GEDA) recognized top deals of the year and excellence by individuals. Awards included the Deals of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Rip Wiley Award for Professional Excellence and Committee Chair and Member of the Year.
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Atlanta Public Schools Names Mercedes-Benz USA 2021 District Partner of the Year
November 16, 2021
Mercedes-Benz USA was named as Atlanta Public Schools’ 2021 Partner of The Year at its annual APyeS! Awards Reception and Ceremony November 12th. MBUSA was nominated following their long-standing commitment to APS, specifically the work they’ve done with partner schools Michael R. Hollis Innovation Academy and Leonora P. Miles Elementary School.
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Alzheimer's Association Names 2022 Dancing Stars of Atlanta Chairs
November 16, 2021
Atlanta area business leaders Dr. Kristina Price and Teri Schneider join the Alzheimer’s Association® as the 2022 Event Chairs for Dancing Stars of Atlanta.
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Georgia Ports Mark Mega Rail Milestone
November 15, 2021
Governor Brian Kemp announced that the Georgia Ports Authority has completed and is now operating the second set of nine new rail tracks for a total of 18 tracks at its Mason Mega Rail Terminal. The expansion immediately increases intermodal capacity to and from the Port of Savannah by more than 30 percent.
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GSU Alumnus Tom Luse, Executive Producer of “The Walking Dead,” To Produce Film Featuring Georgia State Students as Cast and Crew
November 15, 2021
Georgia State students soon will be able to get course credit and professional experience while working on a feature project produced by a veteran of film and television, Tom Luse (B.A. ’74, M.S. ’81).
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Gas South Donates $300,000 to Support Children’s Charities
November 12, 2021
Gas South, the Southeast’s leading natural gas provider, announced it has donated $300,000 to support the wellbeing of children and their families throughout Georgia and Florida.
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One Year In: Partnership for Inclusive Innovation Driving Opportunities Across the State
November 12, 2021
As COVID raged across Georgia last Fall, a team of corporate heavyweights, academics and politicians teamed up with one goal: to help Georgia become the technology capital of the East Coast.
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Norfolk Southern Opens New Headquarters Building in Atlanta
November 11, 2021
Norfolk Southern Corporation formally opened its state-of-the-art headquarters in Midtown Atlanta following a ribbon-cutting ceremony that featured Governor Brian P. Kemp, Senator Raphael Warnock, Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, Norfolk Southern employees, and civic and business leaders from across Atlanta.
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Cloud Communications Provider Ringover to Open in ‘La French Tech’ Hub Atlanta
November 11, 2021
The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), announced that Ringover, a leader in cloud communications, will open its first U.S. office in Atlanta as the company continues to solidify its presence within the U.S. market.
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Emory’s Board of Trustees Elects New Members
November 11, 2021
The Emory University Board of Trustees has elected three new members: Allison Dukes, senior managing director and chief financial officer of Invesco; Allegra Lawrence-Hardy, founding partner of Lawrence & Bundy; and Gregory Vaughn Palmer, resident bishop of the Ohio West Area of The United Methodist Church.
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2000+ to Attend East Coast Investor Capital Expo
November 11, 2021
Keiretsu Forum, a global investment community of accredited private equity angel investors, venture capitalists and corporate/institutional investors, today announced it will host its 2021 Virtual East Coast Investor Capital Expo, the premier gathering of the Investor Capital Community.
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U.S. Chamber Awards Greater North Fulton Chamber with 5-Star Accreditation
November 10, 2021
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has awarded the Greater North Fulton Chamber with its highest designation of Accreditated with 5 Stars for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community.
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The USG Board of Regents Elects Officers for 2022
November 10, 2021
The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia today elected Regent Harold Reynolds to a one-year term as the Board’s chair and Regent Erin Hames to a one-year term as the Board’s vice chair.