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• Georgia Tech and Emory Invest More Than $1B in AI to Drive State’s Jobs, Economic Growth

  October 09, 2026

  Together, Georgia Tech and Emory University are investing more than $1 billion in artificial intelligence (AI), building one of the nation’s most robust AI ecosystems in the city of Atlanta.

• Georgia Employees Are Turning Down Higher Pay to Work for Generous Companies

  October 09, 2026

  Employees are not just saying generosity matters to them. They are making financial decisions because of it. goBeyondProfit and Georgia CEO recently released the 2026 Business Generosity Report, a study of how generosity shapes the modern workplace. This week's findings detail the career and financial decisions employees are making in pursuit of a generous workplace.

• Duracell Officially Opens New Atlanta-based Global R&D Headquarters in Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

  October 08, 2026

  The Duracell Company, a Berkshire Hathaway company, celebrated the opening of its Global Headquarters for Research and Development at Science Square Labs, within Georgia Tech’s 18-acre Science Square innovation district on the western edge of Midtown Atlanta, with a ceremony on October 6th.

• University System of Georgia Confers Record 86,660 Degrees in FY2026

  October 08, 2026

  The University System of Georgia set a new record in fiscal year 2026 by conferring 86,660 degrees — a 4.9% increase over the previous year.

• City of Hope Atlanta Names Melissa Childress President

  October 07, 2026

  City of Hope, one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, announced that it has named Melissa Childress as president of City of Hope Cancer Center Atlanta.

• Atlanta Community Food Bank Names Jon West Interim CEO

  October 06, 2026

  The Atlanta Community Food Bank today announced that Jon West, the organization’s vice president of partner relations, has been named interim chief executive officer.

• The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation Seeks Nominations for 2027 Preservation Awards

  October 06, 2026

  The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation is seeking nominations for its 2027 Preservation Awards, an annual list of preservation projects and individuals in the state who have made significant contributions to the field of historic preservation. The submission deadline is Monday, Dec. 7, 2026; winners will be announced in April 2027.

• Gateway85 to Honor Rosalynn Carter with 1,946-Flower Garden Along Jimmy Carter Boulevard

  October 05, 2026

  Gateway85 Community Improvement District honored former First Lady Rosalynn Carter with a new garden at Best Friend Park as part of Gwinnett County’s second annual Jimmy Carter Day celebration Friday.

• Georgia Ports Supports Nearly 278,000 Jobs in Atlanta Region

  October 02, 2026

  Georgia’s ports support nearly 278,000 full- and part-time jobs at businesses in the Atlanta region, according to the latest study from the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business.

• Develop Fulton Approves First-Mover AI-Ready Pilot to Strengthen Fulton County’s Workforce and Economy

  October 02, 2026

  Develop Fulton has approved a $97,500 investment to launch AI Ready Georgia, a “first-mover” pilot designed to strengthen artificial intelligence literacy, workforce preparedness and economic competitiveness across Fulton County.

• Recent Data Finds: Generosity Dramatically Impacts Employee Performance

  October 02, 2026

  Employees don’t just say generosity matters. They work harder for generous companies. Last week, goBeyondProfit and Georgia CEO released the 2026 Business Generosity Report, a look at how generosity shapes the modern workplace. The data confirms that investment in business generosity has measurable returns.

• Georgia Chamber Hosts 2026 State of Rural Prosperity & Announces Rural Award Recipients

  October 02, 2026

  The Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosted its 2026 State of Rural Prosperity on Wednesday, bringing together business and community leaders, economic developers, policymakers, and other stakeholders to discuss opportunities and challenges facing rural Georgia.

• Georgia Breaks Tourism Records Four Years Straight

  October 01, 2026

  Governor Brian Kemp joined the Georgia Department of Economic Development in announcing that the state broke tourism records for the fourth consecutive year and ranked No. 5 in the nation for domestic overnight visitation for the sixth year in a row.

• Georgia Tech’s Avant South Brings ‘AI in Action’ to Atlanta

  October 01, 2026

  Artificial intelligence is already changing how people work, learn, build companies, manufacture products, move goods, deliver healthcare, and create art. This October, the Georgia Tech community will have a front-row seat to conversations about where that transformation is heading and how to be part of it.

• Top State for Talent Award Winners Announced at Governor’s Workforce Summit

  October 01, 2026

  Governor Kemp, in conjunction with the Technical College System of Georgia, the University System of Georgia, the Georgia Student Finance Commission, and the Governor's Office of Education and Workforce Strategy, held the fourth annual Governor’s Workforce Summit last week, celebrating excellence across Georgia’s education and workforce development system.

• Shan Cooper and Doug Hertz Named 2027 Georgia Trustees

  September 30, 2026

  The Georgia Historical Society announced today that Shan Cooper, trailblazing businesswoman and civic leader, and Doug Hertz, leading businessman and philanthropist, have been named the 2027 Georgia Trustees. It is the highest honor the State of Georgia can confer.

• AI Adoption Is Rising, but Atlanta’s Office Market Is Still Adapting

  September 30, 2026

  As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in the workplace, new research from Lee & Associates – Atlanta examines what the technology could mean for employment, productivity and the future of commercial real estate.

• From Foster Care to a Future in Aviation: Marcus' Story

  September 29, 2026

  Marcus entered Georgia’s foster care system without knowing what his future would hold. After aging out, he struggled to find the right direction in college. Then he discovered aviation maintenance.

• Venture Atlanta Announces 2026 Lineup of Southeast's Most Promising Technology Companies

  September 29, 2026

  Venture Atlanta, the Southeast's premier technology innovation conference, today announced its lineup of presenting companies for this year's event taking place October 14-15 at the Woodruff Arts Center and Atlanta Symphony Hall.

• Piedmont's Expanded Graduate Medical Education Program Earns Accreditation

  September 29, 2026

  Piedmont has received accreditation for three new Graduate Medical Education programs, marking a major milestone in its effort to expand physician training and strengthen healthcare access across Georgia.

• Vision in Motion: The Gwinnett Chamber Strategic Leadership Visit to Tampa Bay, Florida

  September 28, 2026

  At the Gwinnett Chamber, championing business means looking ahead. It means connecting leaders, challenging assumptions and creating opportunities to see what is working beyond our own community — then bringing those ideas home to help shape what comes next for Gwinnett. That is the purpose of the Gwinnett Chamber Strategic Leadership Visit.

• In Georgia’s Race for Governor, Focus Shifts to Farms

  September 28, 2026

  Pledging to fight for farmers, Republican Rick Jackson unveiled his plan to support Georgia’s agricultural industry as the sector gets squeezed by rising prices for diesel, fertilizer and other essentials. Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms fired back, with her campaign saying that she had already met with farmers and unveiled her own plan.

• Georgia Power Furthers Partnership with Statewide Nonprofit to Make Georgia State Parks More Accessible and Enjoyable

  September 28, 2026

  Georgia Power, the state’s leading electric utility serving customers in all but four Georgia counties, is proud to continue its longstanding partnership with Friends of Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites (Friends) – a nonprofit organization with a mission to serve, support, and celebrate Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites.

• Council for Quality Growth to Honor Egbert Perry with 2026 Four Pillar Tribute

  September 25, 2026

  Next Thursday, October 1st, the Council for Quality Growth will honor Egbert Perry with its 37th Annual Four Pillar Tribute in the Georgia Ballroom at the Georgia World Congress Center. More than 1,400 of metro Atlanta and Georgia’s business and civic leaders are expected to pay tribute to this well-deserving honoree and his contributions to Atlanta’s growth and development.

• Georgia Remains No. 1 for Business

  September 24, 2026

  Governor Brian Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, announced that the state has again secured the No. 1 state for business ranking by Area Development magazine for an unprecedented 13th year in a row, demonstrating an unmatched consistency in creating a successful, business-friendly environment.

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