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• HOPE Scholarship Has Helped More Than 2 Million Georgians

  September 16, 2021

  Governor Brian P. Kemp announced the HOPE (Helping Outstanding Pupils Educationally) Scholarship Program has helped more than 2 million Georgia students pursue postsecondary education in Georgia.

• Morehouse, Spelman College Receive $5 Million Grant to Drive Innovation & Economic Inclusion

  September 16, 2021

  Mastercard is pleased to announce grants totaling $5 million to two Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Morehouse College and Spelman College, to develop the Center for Black Entrepreneurship (CBE).

• Georgia Power Names Deon Tucker Regional Director of Metro North

  September 15, 2021

  Georgia Power has announced that Deon Tucker has been named the Metro North regional director in the Atlanta area, effectively immediately. In her role, she will lead the company’s external affairs activities for DeKalb, North Fulton, Gwinnett, Forsyth and Rockdale counties.

• Often Divided Americans Unite Behind Small Business - Aflac Survey Finds

  September 15, 2021

  The Covid-19 pandemic and its impact, political debates and social unrest in 2020 threatened to divide our nation. But despite societal tensions and the burdens of sickness, a shaken economy and personnel shortage, people came together and agreed on one thing: their support and commitment to small businesses.

• Proposed Buckhead City Would Run a Budget Surplus, Says New Feasibility Study

  September 14, 2021

  Buckhead City is more than “feasible.” After accommodating start-up costs, Buckhead City would likely run a budget surplus, according to a formal feasibility study conducted by the Valdosta State University Center for South Georgia Regional Impact.

• New Report Shows Georgia Small Businesses Recovering from Pandemic

  September 14, 2021

  A new report shows many Georgia small businesses are recovering from the economic impact of the pandemic, but many still see challenges, including declining demand and cash flow issues. These and other findings are part of Facebook’s latest “Global State of Small Business Report,” released during National Small Business Week this week.

• Intuit to Acquire Georgia-Based Mailchimp

  September 14, 2021

  Intuit, the global technology platform that makes TurboTax, QuickBooks, Mint, and Credit Karma, recently announced that it has agreed to acquire Mailchimp, a world-class, global customer engagement and marketing platform for growing small and mid-market businesses.

• UPS to Buy Atlanta Logistics Startup Roadie for Same-day Delivery Solution

  September 13, 2021

  As part of its customer-first strategy, UPS entered into an agreement today to acquire Roadie, a technology platform that enables local same-day delivery with operations throughout the U.S.

• New Outdoor Location at Zoo Atlanta Announced for A CHaRM’ing Adventure Fundraiser: Presented by Live Thrive and Delta Air Lines

  September 13, 2021

  Out of an abundance of caution and concern about rising COVID-19 cases in Atlanta, Live Thrive is moving its A CHaRM’ing Adventure fundraiser outdoors! The event will now take place in Zoo Atlanta’s spectacular Ford Pavilion.

• Georgia Power Highlights Conservation Efforts for Environmental Awareness Month this September

  September 13, 2021

  In honor of Environmental Awareness Month this September, Georgia Power is highlighting its conservation efforts around the state with special focus areas each week. Every September, environmental organizations come together in recognition of Environmental Awareness Month, with a goal to raise awareness about environmental issues such as conservation.

• Georgia Advanced Technology Development Center Announces its Startup Graduating Class of 2021

  September 10, 2021

  The Advanced Technology Development Center, Georgia’s technology incubator, announced today that 10 startups will graduate from the program’s top-tier Signature portfolio.

• Global Payments Agrees to Acquire MineralTree

  September 10, 2021

  Global Payments Inc., a leading worldwide provider of payment technology and software solutions, today announced an agreement to purchase MineralTree, a leading provider of accounts payable automation and business-to-business (B2B) payments solutions, from an investor group.

• Atlanta City Council Approves Ground Lease Agreement for Public Safety Training Center

  September 09, 2021

  The ground lease agreement with the Atlanta Police Foundation (APF) to build a public safety training campus on City-owned property was passed by City Council. The APF intends to fund and build a state-of-the-art facility on 85 acres and preserve the remaining portion of the 265-acres property as greenspace.

• Georgia’s Banks Turn in Solid Second Quarter

  September 09, 2021

  The 156 FDIC-insured banks headquartered in Georgia through June 30th reported strong second quarter performance.

• Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark: Understanding Georgia's Labor Shortage Crisis

  September 07, 2021

  It's no secret. Our nation is facing a labor shortage crisis unlike anything we have ever seen. COVID-19 has shifted the way we approach our jobs and how we prioritize our lives. Just this week, Commissioner Mark Butler shared that despite a 300% increase in those who gained employment in July over June of this year, businesses are still struggling to find workers.

• Georgia’s Recovery Outpaces U.S. But Is Not Immune to Global Supply Chain Disruptions

  September 07, 2021

  Georgia’s recovery from the 2020 pandemic shutdown remains ahead of the nation’s, but further disruptions of the global supply chain could be felt from the port of Savannah to the boardrooms of Atlanta, according to Rajeev Dhawan of the Economic Forecasting Center at Georgia State University’s J. Mack Robinson College of Business.

• Georgia to be Among First States to Add Driver's Licenses, IDs to iPhones

  September 02, 2021

  Apple today announced that it is working with several states across the country, which will roll out the ability for their residents to seamlessly and securely add their driver’s license or state ID to Wallet on their iPhone and Apple Watch.

• Atlanta Snatches #3 in Top 20 Best U.S. Cities for Remote Work

  September 01, 2021

  While many workers are eager to return to the office, some prefer to continue working from the comfort of their homes instead. In CommercialCafe’s latest study, we wanted to see which U.S. cities are the best for working remotely in terms of internet connectivity, safety, and local amenities.

• Gov. Kemp Suspends Restrictions on Hours of Service, Truck Weight

  September 01, 2021

  Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has suspended enforcement of federal limits on hours of service for commercial vehicle operators in Georgia. He also loosened weight restrictions for trucks on Georgia highways.

• Small Business Job Growth Continues to Accelerate in August

  September 01, 2021

  National job growth continued to rise significantly in August, according to aggregated payroll data of approximately 350,000 clients provided by Paychex. The data released in the latest report of the Paychex | IHS Markit Small Business Employment Watch shows the Small Business Jobs Index gained 0.45 percent in August.

• Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game Announces Fan COVID Policies for Labor Day Weekend Games

  August 31, 2021

  Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game officials today announced that the Mercedes-Benz Stadium roof will be open for its two marquee games slated for Labor Day Weekend.

• Morehouse College Receives $350,000 Gift from Wells Fargo to Support Minority Business Training

  August 31, 2021

  Morehouse College has received a $350,000 grant from Wells Fargo to fund the Entrepreneurs of Color Program, which helps minority entrepreneurs to improve their business models, marketing outreach, technology systems, and seek resources necessary for growth.

• Hartsfield-Jackson Named Most Efficient Airport for 18th Consecutive Year

  August 30, 2021

  Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), for the 18th consecutive year, has been recognized as the most efficient airport in the world as determined by the Air Transport Research Society (ATRS).

• With FDA Approval of Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine, Vaccinations Remain Top of Mind for Metro Atlanta Health Care Systems

  August 30, 2021

  With the FDA approval of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine this week for individuals 16 years of age and older, Emory Healthcare continues to work with the community and other metro Atlanta area hospitals to convey the importance of being vaccinated.

• Leadership Georgia Announces 2020-21 Award Recipients

  August 27, 2021

  The Leadership Georgia Board of Trustees today announced the recipients of the organization’s most prestigious awards, presented to Georgians who exemplify the principles of Leadership Georgia and whose impact through leadership and stewardship has helped shaped communities and the state.

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