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• How TSA Lines are Speeding Up at Delta’s Largest Hub Thanks to Industry-leading Security Scanners

  December 03, 2020

  Just in time for holiday travel, Delta, Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport and the Transportation Security Administration are speeding up security lines for faster, hassle-free domestic travel from Atlanta.

• KSU Receives Multi-Million Dollar Gift to Name Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences

  December 03, 2020

  Kennesaw State University has received a $9 million gift from real estate executive Norman J. Radow and his wife Lindy to benefit the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. It is rare for a public College of Humanities and Social Sciences to be the beneficiary of this level of philanthropy from a single donor.

• City of Atlanta Enters Bid to Host the 2026 FIFA World Cup

  December 02, 2020

  In 2026, the FIFA World Cup, the world’s largest and most prestigious sporting event, is coming to the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Twenty-three (23) cities across North America were submitted as a part of the successful 2026 United Bid, but likely only 16 cities – 10 in the United States, three (3) in Canada, and three (3) in Mexico – will be selected by FIFA as Official Host Cities.

• Bank of America Names Atlanta Beltline and Russell Center 2020 Neighborhood Builders

  December 02, 2020

  Atlanta Beltline Partnership (ABP) and Russell Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (RCIE) have been named as the 2020 Bank of America Neighborhood Builders awardees for Atlanta. The nonprofits were selected for their work in the Atlanta community addressing issues fundamental to economic mobility, ensuring opportunities are within reach for all Atlantans.

• Georgia Chamber Announces an All-Virtual 2021 Eggs & Issues Breakfast

  December 02, 2020

  The Georgia Chamber announces that it will host its annual marquee event, the Eggs and Issues Breakfast, as an all-virtual program on January 13th, 2021.

• Georgia Economic Outlook for 2021 Set for December 3rd

  December 01, 2020

  Economic forecasters from the University of Georgia and the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta will provide essential insights for these uncertain times at this year’s Georgia Economic Outlook. For the first time in the program’s 38-year history, the event will be hosted virtually and streamed on YouTube.

• Georgia State University Receives $2M Gift in Memory of Days Inns Founder to Establish Hospitality Immersion Program

  December 01, 2020

  The Cecil B. Day School of Hospitality Administration at Georgia State University’s J. Mack Robinson College of Business has received a $2 million endowment from Deen Day Sanders to establish an immersion program in memory of her late husband, Days Inns founder and school namesake, Cecil B. Day, Sr.

• Anthem Survey: 96% of Employers Actively or Considering Integrating Their Healthcare Benefits

  December 01, 2020

  A recent study by Anthem shows a trend over the last several years is here to stay as the majority of employers are integrating healthcare benefits to create a more efficient, effective and affordable benefits package for their employees.

• Coca-Cola Gives $665,000 to Clayton State Toward First Generation, Women in STEM Scholarships

  December 01, 2020

  Clayton State University is embarking on an ambitious project to transform the quality of life for communities in the south metro Atlanta region, in addition to increasing outcomes for students, and it’s getting some help from Coca-Cola.

• Interim Assistant General Manager Made Permanent at Hartsfield-Jackson

  November 30, 2020

  Jai Ferrell -an Atlanta native, Spelman alumna, and global influencer- was named the permanent Assistant General Manager and Head of Marketing at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) Wednesday, November 18th.

• Arts & Entertainment Atlanta Announces 2020 Grant Program Recipients

  November 30, 2020

  Arts & Entertainment Atlanta (A&E Atlanta) is pleased to announce the recipients of its first-ever grant program. Grants ranging from $5,000-10,000 have been awarded to seven artists and arts organizations.

• GAgives on Giving Tuesday December 1st

  November 30, 2020

  GAgives on GivingTuesday, Georgia’s biggest giving campaign, is coming up quickly: This year’s campaign culminates on December 1, GivingTuesday, as part of the worldwide celebration that takes place each year on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving.

• Metro Atlanta Chamber Announces 2022 Leadership and Sets Focus on Racial Equality, Public Health and Economic Recovery

  November 20, 2020

  Today, business leaders across metro Atlanta tuned in virtually as the Metro Atlanta Chamber hosted its 161st Annual Meeting, honoring its efforts to drive the region’s reputation as a global competitor.

• CEFGA Expands "Construction Ready" Training Program in Atlanta, AT&T Contributes $150K

  November 20, 2020

  AT&T has contributed $150,000 to the Construction Education Foundation of Georgia (CEFGA) to support CEFGA’s “Construction Ready” program. The contribution will allow the program to expand its presence in metro Atlanta, to provide additional training and create career paths and economic empowerment opportunities for Atlantans in construction and the skilled trades.

• Georgia’s Unemployment Rate Drastically Drops in October

  November 20, 2020

  The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) announced that Georgia’s unemployment rate for October decreased by 1.8 percentage points to reach 4.5 percent.

• Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark: Changing for a More Inclusive Future

  November 20, 2020

  This year has been nothing short of unequaled in our lifetime. From a global pandemic wreaking havoc on our lives and livelihoods to the social and racial injustices that we watched unfold on our televisions and in our backyards around America, 2020 has truly offered much hindsight from which to learn.

• Carvana Debuts Flagship Car Vending Machine in Atlanta

  November 19, 2020

  Carvana , a leading e-commerce platform for buying and selling used cars, opened its flagship Car Vending Machine in Atlanta, the same city Carvana sold its first car in just seven years ago. Atlanta is now home to the tallest Car Vending Machine in the U.S., standing a remarkable 12 stories high with a 43-vehicle capacity.

• U.S. Economic Health Heavily Dependent on COVID-19 Path

  November 19, 2020

  The response by consumers and policymakers to rising COVID-19 case counts is likely to determine whether currently projected improvements to U.S. economic growth materialize, according to the latest commentary from the Fannie Mae Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group.

• Papa John’s New Atlanta Headquarters Headed to Three Ballpark Center in The Battery Atlanta

  November 18, 2020

  Papa John’s International, Inc. announced their new headquarters in Atlanta will be in Three Ballpark Center at The Battery Atlanta.

• GEDA Recognizes Top Deals of the Year and Outstanding Individuals at Luncheon

  November 18, 2020

  At its Annual Awards luncheon on Monday, the Georgia Economic Developers Association (GEDA) recognized top deals of the year an excellence by individuals. Awards included the Deals of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Rip Wiley Award for Professional Excellence, Honorary Life Member selections and Committee Chair of the Year.

• Georgia 4-H Youth Upcycle Trash into Practical, Useful Objects

  November 17, 2020

  Georgia 4-H students rose to the occasion during the 4-H Upcycle Challenge, which encouraged youth to reuse — or upcycle — materials that normally would have been discarded or recycled to create functional items.

• Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark: The Future of Georgia Transportation

  November 16, 2020

  As the Georgia economy continues its recovery, we are seeing the return of the strength and importance of logistics and transportation. Moving manufactured goods, agriculture products and employees around town and around the world requires a visionary outlook.

• Warp Speed Chief Visits Emory, Urges Participation in COVID Vaccine Trials

  November 16, 2020

  Operation Warp Speed's Chief Science Advisor visited Emory University and urged Americans to continue enrolling in ongoing COVID-19 vaccine trials.

• Groundbreaking Set for Georgia State Convocation Center

  November 13, 2020

  Construction of Georgia State University’s $85.2-million convocation center at the intersection of Fulton Street and Capitol Avenue will get underway next week.

• New Fund Supports Student Entrepreneur Innovation at KSU

  November 13, 2020

  Student entrepreneurs soon will have more opportunities to innovate and grow their businesses with financial support from technology entrepreneurs Sid and Sophie Mookerji.

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