August 2016 Features

• ExxonMobil & Georgia Tech Innovation Could Lead to Significant Cuts in Chemical Manufacturing Energy Use and Emissions

  August 19, 2016

  Scientists from ExxonMobil and the Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a potentially revolutionary new technology that could significantly reduce the amount of energy and emissions associated with manufacturing plastics. Results of the research were published in the peer-reviewed journal Science.

• Atlanta’s Convention Corridor to Undergo Redefining Series of Transformations

  August 15, 2016

  Atlanta’s convention and tourism corridor is undergoing a major transformation as part of Georgia World Congress Center Authority’s 2020 Vision strategic plan. Before the end of the decade, the heart of Atlanta’s convention district will see a series of new additions, expansions and renovations to GWCCA’s campus that will revolutionize the way meetings do business in Atlanta.

• Today’s “Girls Who Code”— Tomorrow’s Women Who Could Make a Difference

  August 11, 2016

  This summer marked the first time “Girls Who Code” became available for young women in the Atlanta metro area. Eighty students participated in the free, seven-week immersion course held locally at AT&T, Accenture, and General Electric. At the recent graduation ceremony, the students created tabletop displays that reflected the training and their applied achievements completed during the final week of the session.

• Governor Deal Recognizes Georgia Manufacturing Alliance: Issues Third Annual “Buy from Georgia” Proclamation

  August 09, 2016

  Governor Nathan Deal, surrounded on the state Capitol steps by dozens of members of the Georgia Manufacturing Alliance (GMA), recently issued the third annual “Buy from Georgia” proclamation.

• Communicorp: 3 Ways to Strengthen Your Marketing Efforts with Photography

  August 04, 2016

  Picture this: on a table sits a thick, juicy burger accented with lush green lettuce and bright red tomato slices between a soft bun. There may be a price listing and a meal description, but at the very sight of the burger, you can almost taste it.

• 15 International Travel Safety Tips for Roaming Wisely

  August 02, 2016

  When traveling to other countries, it’s important to always keep international travel safety in mind. There are many things you can do when traveling to various international destinations to keep you and your companions safe and secure. Here are some international travel safety tips to keep in mind for your next trip.