November 2023 Features

• Georgia-Pacific Recognized by Local Organization for Leadership and Community Impact

  November 30, 2023

  Georgia-Pacific and Curley Dossman, president of Community Programs, Georgia-Pacific, and vice president, Koch Company Charitable Fund, were honored by the Islamic Speakers Bureau of Atlanta during its annual ISB Celebrating Diversity & Inclusion Gala.

• Georgia Ranks Second as the Most Entrepreneurial State in America

  November 30, 2023

  Research by project management experts at The Digital Project Manager analyzed eight indicators for how entrepreneurial a state is; these included the percentage of the population that started a new business, the percentage of start-ups still active after one year, number of small businesses per 100,000 of the population, growth rate of business applications as well as others.

• Georgia Tech Campus Comprehensive Plan Unveiled

  November 29, 2023

  A North Avenue Welcome Center. Reopening of the Third Street tunnel. A car-free campus core. An on-site water reuse facility. A new thermal energy plant. Additional recreational fields. Two new residence halls.

• Atlanta to Host Opening Match of Copa América USA 2024

  November 29, 2023

  CONMEBOL, the South American Football Confederation, announced on Monday that the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, home to Major League Soccer's Atlanta United, will be the venue for the opening match of the Copa América 2024, to be held in the United States.

• Georgia Chamber Foundation Releases War for Talent Economic Report

  November 28, 2023

  Today, the Georgia Chamber Foundation, the state’s leading economic research organization, announced the release of its Fourth Quarter Economic Report highlighting the strength of Georgia’s position in the global War for Talent.

• Mercedes-Benz Launches First EV Charging Hub in North America

  November 28, 2023

  Mercedes-Benz HPC North America, a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and MN8 Energy, launching a network of premium electric vehicle charging stations across North America, inaugurated its first Mercedes-Benz Charging Hub, located at the headquarters of Mercedes-Benz USA in Sandy Springs.

• GEDA Hosts Annual Awards to Recognize Exceptional Individual Achievements & the Top Deals of the Year

  November 27, 2023

  At its Annual Awards luncheon, the Georgia Economic Developers Association recognized top deals of the year and excellence by individuals. Awards included the Deals of the Year, Committee Chair and Member of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, and Rip Wiley Award for Professional Excellence.

• Governor Kemp Issues Executive Orders for Rosalynn Carter Funeral Ceremonies

  November 27, 2023

  Gov. Brian Kemp is assigning Georgia National Guard troops and other state resources to help with the “logistical challenges” associated with ceremonies and services to honor the late former First Lady Rosalynn Carter.

• Announcing 88th Annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival April 12th-14th, 2024

  November 27, 2023

  For its great 88th year, the Atlanta Dogwood Festival will highlight fine art, international performances, live music, family fun and more during three thrilling days. It all happens in Piedmont Park April 12-14, 2024, and entrance is free!

• Metro Atlanta Chamber Highlights Business Community’s Impact at 164th Annual Meeting

  November 17, 2023

  Hundreds of metro Atlanta’s business and civic leaders gathered today for the Metro Atlanta Chamber’s 164th Annual Meeting, an event that showcased the region’s 2023 business community’s impact across three strategic imperatives – economy, talent and community.

• Georgia’s Unemployment Remains Unchanged as Labor Force Reaches Record Highs

  November 17, 2023

  Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson announced that Georgia's October unemployment rate was 3.4 percent, unchanged from a revised 3.4 percent in September. The unemployment rate was five-tenths lower than the national unemployment rate.

• Georgia-based Startup Awarded $1 Million Top Prize at 2023 Grow-NY Global Competition

  November 17, 2023

  Governor Kathy Hochul Wednesday announced Hypercell Technologies, of Peachtree Corners, Georgia as the grand-prize winner of this year’s Grow-NY business competition, a startup challenge focused on enhancing the emerging food, beverage, and agriculture innovation cluster in Central New York, the Finger Lakes, and the Southern Tier.

• Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation Announces Its 2024 List of State's 10 Places in Peril

  November 16, 2023

  The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation released its 2024 list of 10 Places in Peril in the state.

• TCSG Celebrates Apprenticeship Week with Announcement of 2024 Apprenticeship Awards to Georgia Businesses

  November 16, 2023

  The Technical College System of Georgia today announced the awards of the second year of the High Demand Career Initiative Program supporting Georgia businesses with the creation and expansion of Registered Apprenticeships.

• Atlanta's Restaurants Deliver Unforgettable Holiday Event Dining

  November 15, 2023

  As the holiday season approaches, Atlanta's vibrant culinary scene is poised to dazzle guests with unforgettable event dining experiences. From intimate gatherings to extravagant galas, the city's top restaurants have prepared a feast for the senses.

• Greater Women’s Business Council 2023 LACE Awards Honored 7 Companies for Extraordinary Commitment to Accelerating Women-Owned Business Growth

  November 15, 2023

  The Greater Women’s Business Council, one of the Southeast’s largest certification and development resource organizations for women business enterprises, hosted its annual LACE - Ladies Achieving Continuous Excellence - Awards at the Georgia Aquarium on Friday, November 3rd.

• Underground Atlanta Hires Award Winning Creative Directors to Bring More Art Installations to Downtown Atlanta

  November 15, 2023

  Underground Atlanta is making a bold stride towards solidifying its status as Atlanta's foremost arts and entertainment district with the appointment of two new Creative Directors, Marina Skye and Mike Stasny, who are leading figures in the arts community.

• 2023 GAgives on GivingTuesday Shines a Spotlight on Nonprofits' Value & Resilience in the Face of Heightened Need & Rising Challenges

  November 15, 2023

  As we move into the season of giving, it’s an ideal time to reflect on who and what we appreciate and how we can show our thankfulness. Everyone in Georgia benefits in some way from one or more of our state’s hard-working nonprofits – which are all coping with surges in demand for their services, increasing costs, and a reduction in resources, staff, and volunteers.

• Carvana Debuts Same Day Vehicle Delivery In Greater Atlanta Area

  November 14, 2023

  Carvana, an industry pioneer for buying and selling used cars online, is the first used auto dealer to provide select customers in Georgia with the speedy and convenient service of online purchasing with same day delivery.

• State Rolling Out New Literacy Initiative

  November 14, 2023

  The Georgia Department of Education is launching a literacy initiative aimed at both improving literacy among students and training educators on the science of reading.

• RE:IMAGINE Sheds Light on Workforce Development During National Apprenticeship Week

  November 14, 2023

  In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, which is taking place Nov. 13th-19th, RE:IMAGINE, will be participating in a panel hosted by Alliance for Media Arts + Culture, kicking off their annual fundraising campaign, and highlighting success stories throughout the week.

• US Corporate Boards Are More Diverse Than Ever, But the Pace of Growth is Slowing

  November 14, 2023

  Corporate boards have become significantly more diverse over the past five years, according to a new report from The Conference Board and ESGAUGE.

• Georgia State University’s Cecil B. Day School of Hospitality Administration Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary

  November 13, 2023

  The Cecil B. Day School of Hospitality Administration of Georgia State University’s J. Mack Robinson College of Business celebrated its 50th anniversary at a gala and awards celebration on October 26th.

• Former Isakson Colleagues Praise His Brand of Political Civility

  November 13, 2023

  A U.S. senator and a former senator traveled to the University of Georgia Friday to tout the benefits of political civility at a time extreme partisanship in Congress threatens to shut down the federal government.

• State’s New Voter Registration System Passes First Test

  November 13, 2023

  A new statewide voter registration system has passed its first test with a successful run during this week’s municipal elections across Georgia.