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• Georgia-based Trenton Systems Opens New Headquarters in Gwinnett County

  April 20, 2022

  The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) announced that Trenton Systems, a Georgia-based high-performance computer manufacturer, has opened a new headquarters in Gwinnett County. The company will be adding more than 50 new positions over the year and celebrates its growth at a grand opening in Duluth, Georgia.

• Salvation Army of Metro Atlanta and WorthPoint Kick Off National Educational Campaign

  April 20, 2022

  In partnership with the Salvation Army, WorthPoint, the world's largest online resource for researching, valuing and preserving antiques, art and collectibles, will help the charity find new ways to turn small donations into big profits with free educational events for online resellers, launching the start of the national program with The Salvation Army of Metro Atlanta today.

• Georgia Chamber Announces Inaugural Members of Hub Chamber Council

  April 20, 2022

  Acknowledging Georgia's larger cities and counties outside of the Metro Atlanta region have their own unique issues and concerns that demand a more coordinated and specific program of work, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce along with local chambers have created the Hub Chamber Council.

• The Coca-Cola Company Pledges $1M to Put More Georgia Commercial Truck Drivers on the Road

  April 20, 2022

  The Coca-Cola Company today announced a $1 million donation to the Technical College System of Georgia Foundation for its system’s Commercial Truck Driving Program. The Coca-Cola Company also announced “Delivering the Future: The Coca-Cola System & Technical College System of Georgia Truck Tour” to raise awareness of TCSG’s Commercial Truck Driving Program and career opportunities with local bottler Coca-Cola UNITED.

• Last Call for Participation in Annual Business Executive Opinion Survey by goBeyondProfit

  April 19, 2022

  The annual Business Executive Survey conducted by goBeyondProfit and Georgia CEO will close soon. All senior business executives in Georgia are invited to participate.

• Atlanta Ranks Second for Data Center Leasing Activity in 2021

  April 19, 2022

  Driven by demand from large cloud service providers and social media companies, data center leasing activity in Metro Atlanta set new records in 2021, according to a new report from CBRE.

• AG Carr and Partners Kick Off Annual Fundraiser to Benefit Georgia’s Regional Food Banks

  April 19, 2022

  Attorney General Chris Carr, the Young Lawyers Division (YLD) of the State Bar of Georgia and the Georgia Food Bank Association today kicked off the first day of the 11th Annual Georgia Legal Food Frenzy. This two-week virtual fundraising drive is fortified by Georgia’s legal community and benefits the state’s regional food banks.

• Technology Association of Georgia Unveils the Top 40 Innovative Technology Companies in Georgia

  April 15, 2022

  Each year, the Technology Association of Georgia unveils the Top 40 Innovative Technology Companies in Georgia. This year, there are actually 41, as two companies tied for a spot on this prestigious list.

• Tommy Nobis Center Celebrates 45 Years of Empowerment at 24th Annual Galaxy of Stars Luncheon

  April 15, 2022

  Tommy Nobis Center, a Marietta-based nonprofit that helps individuals with disabilities enter or return to employment, hosted its 24th annual Galaxy of Stars luncheon on Friday, April 8, 2022 at the Georgia Aquarium’s Ocean Ballroom.

• Greater North Fulton Chamber Begins 2022 Mentor Match Program

  April 15, 2022

  The Greater North Fulton Chamber recognizes that nothing is more important to the growth of business and success of our region than attracting and retaining top talent. With that goal in mind, the Mentor Match Program was designed to support our NextGen Connects mission.

• Georgia Marks Lowest Unemployment Rate Ever as Wages Increase Statewide

  April 14, 2022

  Georgia Labor Commissioner Mark Butler announced today that Georgia’s wages across the state are rising and the March unemployment rate dropped to an all-time low of 3.1 percent from February’s revised rate of 3.2 percent.

• New Georgia-Made 2023 Telluride Arrives at New York Auto Show with Refreshed Styling

  April 14, 2022

  Three years after bursting onto the scene as one of the most in-demand and award-winning three-row eight-passenger SUVs in the U.S., the Kia Telluride returns for 2023 with an array of enhancements that build upon the success of the original.

• AT&T’s Connected Learning Center at the Andrew & Walter Young Family At-Promise Center Is Helping Bridge the Digital Divide in Atlanta

  April 13, 2022

  AT&T’s Connected Learning Center at the Atlanta Police Foundation’s Andrew and Walter Young Family At-Promise Center in Southwest Atlanta is helping bridge the digital divide in Atlanta by providing internet access and educational tools to youth who face barriers to the connectivity that is vital to their long-term success.

• Mayor Dickens Finishes First 100 Days of Moving Atlanta Forward with Significant Achievements on Public Safety, Housing and Equity

  April 13, 2022

  Moving Atlanta Forward. That is what Mayor Andre Dickens promised to do when he was sworn into office, and 100 days later he has delivered with a range of achievements that build on his vision of one city with one bright future.

• 32 Finalists to Compete in Flavor of Georgia Food Product Contest

  April 13, 2022

  Judges have selected 32 finalists to compete in the second and final round of the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences’ annual Flavor of Georgia food product contest.

• Small Business Concerns Around Inflation Grow as Prices Soar and Economic Instability Continues

  April 13, 2022

  Nearly one in three (30.5%) business owners report feeling extremely worried about inflation and rank it as a top business concern and another 62.5% say they are generally concerned about inflation and are keeping an eye on rising prices, according to new survey data from SCORE, mentors to America's small businesses and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration.

• Hartsfield-Jackson Named the World’s Busiest Airport

  April 12, 2022

  Airports Council International (ACI) World announced the top 10 busiest airports worldwide, and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) again has landed at No. 1. In 2021, ATL served more passengers and conducted more aircraft movements than any other airport in the world.

• Hartsfield-Jackson Announces South Parking Deck Renewal Project

  April 11, 2022

  Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) will begin the South Parking Deck Renewal Project Sunday, May 1st. This is the start of a multiyear Domestic Terminal parking deck renewal and replacement project.

• Explore Georgia Promotes Value, Importance of Professional Meetings on Global Meetings Industry Day

  April 11, 2022

  In support of Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) today and this year’s theme, “Meet Safe,” Explore Georgia, the tourism division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, is proud to showcase how the state is successfully hosting in-person meetings safely.

• New Georgia Economic Development Records Set for Jobs, Investment in Just Nine Months

  April 08, 2022

  Governor Brian Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), today announced that through the third quarter of fiscal year 2022, job creation and investments resulting from economic development projects have already surpassed fiscal year 2021 year-end totals.

• MomoCon is Back for 2022! Cosplay, Animation, Gaming, and Music

  April 08, 2022

  After a two year pandemic hiatus, Atlanta’s best geek culture convention, MomoCon, is back bigger and better than ever! More than 40,000 unique and 120,000 turnstile attendees are expected to fill the Georgia World Congress Center Memorial Day Weekend, May 26th through May 29th for four days of cosplay, gaming, and music.

• Kubota Announces Grand Opening of R&D Center, Expanding North America-Based Innovation

  April 08, 2022

  Kubota North America Corporation, the parent company for Kubota Tractor Corporation and Kubota Manufacturing of America, and Kubota Canada Ltd. celebrated today the grand opening of the new 280-acre, Research and Development Center in the state of Georgia

• Zoo Atlanta Aims to Enhance Visitor Experience with AI Platform

  April 08, 2022

  Satisfi Labs, the leading conversational AI platform for destinations and experiences, has just launched the Animal Assistant, the company's latest AI solution that will serve as an expert in helping guests find animals on-site and learn more about each species. First launching with Zoo Atlanta, Satisfi Labs plans to quickly roll out the AI-powered Animal Assistant for additional zoos and aquariums.

• Truist and the Braves Development Company Announce New National Headquarters for Truist Securities

  April 07, 2022

  Truist Financial Corporation and Braves Development Company announced that Truist Securities, Truist's full-service corporate and investment bank, will relocate its national headquarters to a new Class A building to be constructed in The Battery Atlanta, adjacent to Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves.

• Points of Light Launches Third Annual Global Volunteer Month

  April 07, 2022

  Points of Light, the world's largest nonprofit dedicated to accelerating people-powered change, launched its third annual Global Volunteer Month. Occurring each April, Global Volunteer Month was established to inspire and activate volunteers in support of the most vulnerable populations and to tackle society's greatest challenges.

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