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City of Atlanta, Showcase Atlanta & Partners Announce Coordinated Small Business Resources Ahead of Major Global Events
February 12, 2026
As Atlanta prepares to host major global events, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the City of Atlanta, in partnership with Showcase Atlanta and key economic development partners, announced a coordinated set of small business resources designed to help Atlanta entrepreneurs prepare, connect and compete, now and for the long term.
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Delta CEO Named Co-Chair of Financial Literacy for All Initiative
February 12, 2026
Financial Literacy for All, a national initiative dedicated to advancing financial education and economic opportunity for all, today announced that Ed Bastian, Chief Executive Officer of Delta Air Lines, will assume the role of Co-Chair, succeeding Doug McMillon, President and CEO of Walmart, who has served in the role since the initiative’s launch.
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Georgia Leaders Selected for 2026 GeorgiaForward Young Gamechangers Cohort
February 12, 2026
GeorgiaForward has selected 50 promising young leaders to serve the organization’s 2026 Young Gamechangers program. YG is a unique leadership action program hosted by GeorgiaForward, a non-profit organization administered by the Georgia Municipal Association.
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Euna Solutions & Sandy Springs Celebrate Opening of Euna’s Atlanta Metro Headquarters
February 11, 2026
Euna Solutions, a leading provider of purpose-built cloud solutions for the public sector, and Sandy Springs, Georgia’s sixth-largest city located in northern Fulton County, today jointly announced the official opening of Euna’s new U.S. headquarters in the Atlanta metro area.
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Kevin Price to Join Georgia Ports Reporting to CEO Griff Lynch
February 11, 2026
Georgia Ports Authority has appointed Kevin Price as President reporting to CEO Griff Lynch effective July 1st, with a longer-term transition plan to assume the role of President and CEO in mid-2027.
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Georgia Chamber Hosts 37th Annual Georgia Quail Hunt in Albany
February 10, 2026
Last week, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosted its 37th Annual Georgia Quail Hunt, a premier statewide recruitment initiative designed to showcase the economic advantages of doing business in Georgia. The event took place on February 4th–6th in Southwest Georgia but the event’s impact and vision extended far beyond Southwest Georgia, with a continued focus on attracting investment, creating jobs, and building partnerships that benefit communities across the entire state.
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World Ready ATL Launches to Help Businesses Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
February 09, 2026
As Atlanta prepares for an unprecedented global spotlight, a new agency aims to drive foot traffic, visibility, and engagement for local businesses across metro Atlanta.
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Gwinnett Chamber Celebrates 78th Annual Dinner Presented by Northside Hospital
February 09, 2026
The Gwinnett Chamber welcomed more than 900 business and community leaders to the Gas South District Grand Ballroom on Friday evening to celebrate seventy-eight years of progress at its Annual Dinner, presented by Northside Hospital. The evening recognized a dozen individuals and organizations whose leadership and service have made a lasting impact on Gwinnett’s business community and quality of life.
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TCSG State Board Elects Buzz Law as Chair & Carvel Lewis as Vice Chair
February 09, 2026
The State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia today announced the election of new board leadership for 2026, naming longtime board member Buzz Law as Chair and Carvel Lewis as Vice Chair.
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Metro Atlanta Named a Top 5 U.S. Metro Region for Business Resilience
February 06, 2026
JW Surety Bonds analyzed the 100 largest U.S. metro areas using data from the Census Bureau and the Bureau of Labor Statistics to identify where businesses are most likely to survive and thrive through economic turbulence. Metro Atlanta ranks No. 5 in the most resilient U.S. metro economies for business.
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AT&T Expands Fiber Network to More Than Two Million Customer Locations in Georgia
February 06, 2026
AT&T Fiber is now available to more than two million residential and business locations in Georgia. The expanded network gives more customers access to super-fast internet speeds up to 5-Gigs. AT&T made the announcement at an event in Albany alongside local and state leaders.
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Survey: Companies Take a More Cautious Approach to Corporate Philanthropy as Political & Economic Pressures Mount
February 06, 2026
Amid heightened scrutiny, companies are retreating from issues perceived as politically sensitive in their corporate philanthropy efforts. In 2026, nearly one-third of surveyed philanthropy leaders plan to scale back racial equality initiatives, with reductions also planned for environmental justice and gender equality, according to a new survey by The Conference Board. This continues the trend observed in 2025.
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City of Atlanta & Park Pride Launch Love Your Park 2026, Aiming to Engage 1,000 Volunteers Citywide
February 05, 2026
The City of Atlanta Department of Parks & Recreation, in partnership with Park Pride, announced the launch of Love Your Park 2026—a month-long citywide volunteer initiative taking place throughout February. Now in its third year, Love Your Park continues to grow as a signature community-driven effort to care for and invest in Atlanta’s parks.
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Georgia Election Review Panel Recommends Gradual Shift To Hand-Marked Ballots
February 05, 2026
After six lengthy hearings around the state last year, a special legislative committee studying the elections process has recommended incremental changes to Georgia’s voting system.
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The Marcus Foundation Awards Marcus Autism Center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta $21.9M
February 04, 2026
Thanks to a $21.9 million grant from the late Bernie Marcus and The Marcus Foundation, Marcus Autism Center, a subsidiary of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, announced they will conduct the largest-ever study of behavior, brain and genomic biomarkers in children across the autism spectrum and associated genetic neurodevelopmental conditions to better understand what causes autism severity and elicits a treatment response in those with profound autism.
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Council for Quality Growth Announces its 2026 Board of Directors Chaired by Gerald McDowell
February 02, 2026
The Council for Quality Growth formally announces its 2026 Board of Directors and Officers. The 2026 Board was ratified at the Council’s 40th Annual Meeting & Legislative Reception, held on December 18th at Cherokee Town Club.
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Governor Kemp Announces Third Round of Rural Site Development Grants
February 02, 2026
Governor Brian Kemp announced the third round of grants from the Rural Site Development Initiative (RSDI) within the OneGeorgia Authority. With $4.3 million included in this latest allotment, the total investment committed to rural site development projects since the program’s launch in FY 2025 is now up to $21 million.
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Georgia Historical Society’s Georgia History Festival Continues with Family-Friendly Events
February 02, 2026
The Georgia Historical Society's Georgia History Festival continues in February with a weekend of educational events for students and families in recognition of the founding of Georgia on February 12th, 1733. Taking place on Saturday, February 7th, and Sunday, February 8th, the festivities begin with the Colonial Faire & Muster at Wormsloe State Historic Site. The weekend wraps up on February 8 with the statewide tradition of Super Museum Sunday.
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Woodruff Arts Center Unveils Goizueta Stage for Youth & Families & PNC PlaySpace: A Bold New Era for Atlanta’s Youngest Audiences
January 30, 2026
The Woodruff Arts Center—home to the Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, and High Museum of Art—celebrated a transformative milestone: the grand opening of the all-new Goizueta Stage for Youth & Families and PNC PlaySpace, made possible through a successful $67 million capital campaign and years of visionary planning.
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Republican State House Leaders Unveil Plan To Abolish Homeowner Property Taxes
January 30, 2026
Republicans in Georgia’s state House say they want to take steps to erase homeowner property taxes this legislative session, which is getting underway ahead of an election cycle seemingly dominated by concerns about the cost of living.
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Lineup Set For Inaugural Braves Country Fest; Tickets On Sale Today
January 30, 2026
The Atlanta Braves and Live Nation announced Braves Country Fest presented by Truist, a first-of-its-kind celebration of country music and Braves baseball, taking place June 13th. The day-long festival will feature free activations and performances at The Battery Atlanta, followed by a star-studded concert lineup inside Truist Park featuring some of the biggest names in country music.
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Charge Forward Georgia: A New Gateway to EV Jobs & Training
January 30, 2026
The electric vehicle industry is booming in Georgia with major manufacturers like Hyundai, Kia and Rivian establishing and expanding operations across the Peach State. To support this growth, a new resource -- Charge Forward Georgia -- has launched as a one-stop hub for students, EV jobseekers, and employers.
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US CEOs Signal Major Rebound in Dealmaking Confidence as M&A Intent Soars
January 30, 2026
After a period of relative caution, US business leaders are entering 2026 with a renewed appetite for growth through acquisition. According to the latest EY-Parthenon CEO Outlook Survey, 62% of US CEOs plan to actively pursue mergers and acquisitions over the next 12 months. This represents a significant 27-percentage-point surge from the 35% recorded in September 2025.
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The Stitch Advances with Formation of Stitch, Inc. & Inaugural Board of Directors
January 29, 2026
The Stitch project has reached a pivotal milestone with the official formation of Atlanta Downtown Stitch, Inc. and the appointment of its inaugural Board of Directors, advancing plans to create a vibrant new park-centered neighborhood between Midtown and Downtown Atlanta.
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Evernex Opens North American HQ and Technology Center in Alpharetta
January 29, 2026
Evernex, a global leader in third-party maintenance and sustainable IT lifecycle services, announces the official opening of its new North American HQ and the Evernex Technology Center in Alpharetta, Georgia.