June 2023 Features

• AFRF Receives $1.66M Donation at Ceremonial Signing with Mayor Dickens, Fire Chief Smith

  June 30, 2023

  Today at a ceremonial signing by The Honorable Mayor Andre Dickens, $1.66M was donated by members of Atlanta City Council to the Atlanta Fire Rescue Foundation (AFRF) in support of infrastructure improvements to fire stations.

• Atlanta Chosen by the National Cycling League to Host Inaugural Series Race

  June 30, 2023

  The National Cycling League, the first-of-its-kind professional cycling league, has announced that the third race of its inaugural NCL Cup race series is set for Sunday, August 20 at 12 p.m. in Atlanta.

• Georgia’s Life Sciences Make an Impact

  June 30, 2023

  Life Sciences is the fastest-growing industry in the nation, and in Georgia, industry growth is outpacing the national average. In 2021, Georgia’s life sciences companies generated $27.2 billion in direct economic impact and employed more than 78,000 Georgians.

• Hartsfield-Jackson Prepares for Busy Independence Day Travel Period

  June 30, 2023

  Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and its partners are preparing to host more than 2.5 million passengers during the Independence Day holiday period from yesterday through Thursday of next wek. Today is projected to be the busiest day with nearly 367,000 passengers traveling through ATL.

• Dryver Bar Opens at Buckhead Village for Formula One-Themed Fun

  June 29, 2023

  Dryver Bar, the latest concept from Pietro Gianni and Stephen Peterson of popular Italian restaurants YEPPA&co Bar e Ristorante, Storico Fresco and Forza Storico, is now open in Buckhead Village. Dryver Bar is dedicated to Formula One Racing and draws inspiration from the Emilia-Romagna region in Italy, also known as Motor Valley.

• Georgia Lottery Commemorates 30th Anniversary

  June 29, 2023

  The Georgia Lottery Corp. celebrated its 30th anniversary during a ceremony Wednesday at the Georgia State Capitol. Governor Brian Kemp hosted the event in his ceremonial office, welcoming Georgia Lottery President and CEO Gretchen Corbin along with the Lottery’s education partners and special guests.

• 3rd Annual RenderATL Hits 13k Attendees + $6.2M Economic Impact

  June 29, 2023

  RenderATL, the trailblazing annual tech conference and networking mecca held in Atlanta, concluded its three-day event on Friday, June 2nd, and has just released its annual economic impact report to showcase its incredible mark on Atlanta’s thriving tech scene.

• U.S. Department of Transportation Awards $25 Million RAISE Grant for 2.2 Miles of Atlanta BeltLine Multi-Use Trail

  June 28, 2023

  The U.S. Department of Transportation announced the award of a $25 million Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity grant to the City of Atlanta and Atlanta BeltLine, Inc.

• Goodwill of North Georgia Releases 2022 Impact Report In Recognition of 98th Anniversary

  June 28, 2023

  Goodwill of North Georgia - one of the largest retail operations & workforce training agencies in Georgia with a mission to put people to work - today released its annual Impact Report commissioned through Elliot D. Pollack and Company.

• Mayor Randall Walker Sworn in as Georgia Municipal Association President

  June 28, 2023

  Mayor of Perry, Randall Walker, has been elected president of the Georgia Municipal Association for 2023-2024. He was sworn in as president at GMA’s Annual Convention in Savannah on Sunday, June 25.

• Leadership Cobb Announces Its 2024 Class

  June 27, 2023

  Leadership Cobb, the Cobb Chamber’s premier leadership development program, has selected 54 new participants for the 2023-2024 class

• Women’s Philanthropy Network Announces 2023 Grant Recipients

  June 27, 2023

  The Women’s Philanthropy Network at Georgia State University has selected nine college- and unit-level initiatives designed to boost student opportunity and nurture student success as 2023 WPN grant recipients.

• AGC Georgia Announces Winners of Prestigious Build Georgia Awards

  June 27, 2023

  The Associated General Contractors of Georgia is proud to recognize member construction firms for outstanding achievements in 2022. The prestigious Build Georgia Awards honor the talented individuals who make up the state’s thriving construction industry.

• Atlanta's Summerhill Development Celebrates Milestones

  June 26, 2023

  In the coming weeks, the culmination of years of neighborhood partnerships and thoughtful growth will come to fruition with the groundbreaking of the Summerhill Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line and the ribbon cutting and grand opening of the Summerhill Publix grocery store.

• Cox Enterprises Launches Socium Ventures

  June 23, 2023

  Cox Enterprises announced the launch of Socium Ventures, a new fund within the company focused on making venture investments in emerging growth businesses. Socium Ventures will strive to support every stage of its portfolio companies’ development, while building lasting relationships with founders and partners. The fund is actively seeking future investment opportunities in the range of $3-$25 million for Series A and beyond.

• Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta CEO: Making Monetary Policy Amid Financial System Challenges

  June 23, 2023

  Inflation remains too high, and the Federal Open Market Committee is firmly committed to bringing it down to our 2 percent objective. But the pursuit of price stability, never easy, has become even more complicated by turmoil in the banking system earlier this year.

• Gas South to Establish Headquarters at The Battery Atlanta in 2024

  June 23, 2023

  Gas South, one of the largest providers of natural gas in the southeastern U.S, announced the relocation of its headquarters to a new office space at The Battery Atlanta on August 1st. The strategic move represents a significant milestone for the company as it continues to experience growth and strengthen its partnership with the Atlanta Braves.

• Georgia Municipal Association to Host Annual Convention June 23-27 in Savannah

  June 23, 2023

  The Georgia Municipal Association will hold its annual convention and celebrate its 90th anniversary at the Savannah Convention Center June 23-27. More than 2400 municipal leaders from around the state of Georgia will gather to unite, grow, learn and network.

• New Research Reveals Pervasive Burnout Among Georgia Employees & Executives

  June 22, 2023

  Georgia employed adults and executives report shocking levels of burnout impacting their job performance and overall mental wellness according to a new report released today by goBeyondProfit and Georgia CEO.

• Community Foundation Announces Nearly $650,000 in Funding for Nonprofits

  June 22, 2023

  Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta announces $648,865 in grants to nonprofits during the first half of 2023. Eighteen organizations were funded through discretionary grants, informed by community needs and directed funding recommendations from Community Foundation donors.

• Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Ranks Among “Best Children’s Hospitals” in Nation

  June 22, 2023

  Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is ranked among the nation’s top pediatric hospitals for 2023-2024 on the U.S. News & World Report Best Children’s Hospitals list. Children's has four specialties ranked in the top 10 and eight specialties ranked in the top 20.

• Electric Vehicles, Renewable Natural Gas Technologies, CNG & Propane Fleets Highlighted at Georgia Clean Energy Roadshow

  June 22, 2023

  The 13th annual Georgia Clean Energy Roadshow educational series, hosted by PSC Vice Chairman Tim Echols and produced by Event Energy Partners together with Clean Cities Georgia, kicks off June 23rd with four tour-stops in Savannah, Augusta, Peachtree City, and Albany.

• Hartsfield-Jackson Announces New and Enhanced Service from Delta Air Lines and LATAM Group

  June 22, 2023

  Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) announced the launch of new and enhanced service by Delta Air Lines and the LATAM Group. The expansion’s new joint venture routes will significantly increase connectivity and elevate the passenger travel experience between North and South America.

• Mayor Andre Dickens’ Record Investments in FY24 Budget Passed Unanimously by Atlanta City Council

  June 21, 2023

  Mayor Andre Dickens budget for fiscal year 2024 received unanimous approval by the Atlanta City Council. Building on the four pillars of the Administration’s Moving Atlanta Forward agenda—One Safe City, A City of Opportunity for All, A City Built for the Future and Effective & Ethical Government—the budget also supports the Mayor’s commitment to investing in young people.

• Finalists Announced for Minority-and Women-Owned Business Entrepreneurship Program 2023 Cohort

  June 21, 2023

  Six companies have been announced as the finalists for ACCESS, an entrepreneurship program launched by TiE Atlanta Angels, one of the fastest-growing, high-impact angel groups in the Southeast.