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• State's Top Food Products Make the Final Round of University of Georgia's 2019 Flavor of Georgia Contest

  February 18, 2019

  Judges selected 33 products to compete in the final round of the University of Georgia’s 2019 Flavor of Georgia Food Product Contest set for March 19th in Atlanta.

• Sen. Isakson: Budgeting Could Prevent Shutdowns

  February 18, 2019

  Our nation’s annual budget process is broken, a reality we recently experienced firsthand during a budget disagreement that shut down operations for several federal agencies. A government shutdown does not solve our nation’s problems, and the constant threat of stopping our government’s operations unnecessarily harms our economy at a time when we’re experiencing record economic growth.

• Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. Executive Board Names Clyde Higgs President and CEO

  February 15, 2019

  On Wednesday, February 13, the Board of Directors for Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. announced that Clyde Higgs was appointed to the role of President and Chief Executive Officer, following an extensive national search.

• Georgia Employers’ Association 2019 Leadership Series to Commence

  February 15, 2019

  Georgia Employers’ Association provides an abundance of educational and leadership training for the business community across Georgia. An annual offering, the Leadership Series provides practical skills and tools that lead personnel, team leaders, supervisors and future front-runners need to succeed in our ever-evolving business climate.

• Jackson Healthcare Launches LoveLifts Village, a Unique Office Environment for Area Non-Profit Organizations

  February 14, 2019

  Jackson Healthcare, a family of highly-specialized healthcare staffing, search and technology companies, today launched LoveLifts Village, a new environment designed to provide professional coworking and dedicated office space for non-profit organizations.

• New Survey Report Highlights the State of Georgia's Manufacturing Industry

  February 14, 2019

  Aprio, LLP, a nationally-recognized CPA-led business advisory firm, Georgia Tech's Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership and Kennesaw State University released a report today on the state of the manufacturing industry based on the results of the 2018 Georgia Manufacturing Survey.

• Northside Hospital and Gwinnett Health System Cleared to Merge in 2019; Final Approvals Granted

  February 13, 2019

  Northside Hospital and Gwinnett Health System (the parent of Gwinnett Medical Center) announced that they have cleared the final regulatory hurdle toward combining operations.

• Gov. Kemp Names Members of Georgians First Commission

  February 13, 2019

  Governor Brian P. Kemp announced eighteen (18) appointments to the Georgians First Commission, a task force created by executive order on his first day in office. The commission will review state regulations, policies, and procedures to streamline government, remove inefficiencies, and secure Georgia’s place as the top state for small business in the country.

• AT&T Expands Ultra-Fast Internet Speeds to 1 Million Georgia Locations

  February 13, 2019

  To continue to improve how our customers connect, AT&T is investing to expand and enhance its 100% fiber network powered by AT&T Fiber and deliver our fastest internet speeds to more customers. Ultra-fast internet speeds are now available to more than 1 million locations across the state of Georgia, including in parts of more than 31 counties and 73 cities.

• New Chief Revenue Officer for Kabbage, Inc. Speaks in Earnest for Clients' Best Interests

  February 12, 2019

  Small business owners stand to earn and learn a lot from Laura Goldberg, the newly appointed Chief Revenue Officer for Kabbage, the Atlanta-headquartered, global financial services data and technology platform for small businesses.

• Charlie Harper: Kia Puts West Point On World Stage

  February 12, 2019

  One of the unexpected highlights of Atlanta’s Super Bowl was an ad by Kia announcing its new full size Telluride SUV. While the vehicle was shown, it was the people of West Point Georgia that were featured, and the divide between rural and urban America highlighted.

• Senator Isakson to Receive ‘John McCain Service to Country Award’ for Support of National Service

  February 12, 2019

  In recognition of his strong support for national service, Senator Johnny Isakson (R-GA) will receive the inaugural John S. McCain Service to Country Award from Voices for National Service, a diverse coalition of national service programs, state service commissions and individual champions who work to ensure Americans of all ages can serve and volunteer in their community.

• Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Introduces Legislation to Establish the City of Atlanta Task Force for the Promotion of Public Trust

  February 11, 2019

  Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms introduced legislation to create the City of Atlanta Task Force for the Promotion of Public Trust, which will evaluate the efficacy of the City’s current legislative and administrative policies and procedure related to ethics, transparency, and compliance.

• TAG Unveils the Top 10 Innovative Technology Companies in Georgia

  February 11, 2019

  The Technology Association of Georgia has announced the Top 10 Innovative Technology Companies in Georgia.

• BeltLine University Announces Inaugural Class

  February 08, 2019

  In November 2018, Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. (ABI) announced the opening of applications for the inaugural “BeltLine U” class, a 4-month long civic university that will explore the history, vision, programmatic elements and implementation strategy of the Atlanta BeltLine.

• BB&T and SunTrust to Combine in Merger of Equals to Create Premier Financial Institution

  February 07, 2019

  SunTrust Banks, Inc. and BB&T Corporation announced today that both companies' boards of directors have unanimously approved a definitive agreement to combine in an all-stock merger of equals valued at approximately $66 billion. The combined company will be the sixth-largest U.S. bank based on assets and deposits.

• Peachtree Hotel Group Concludes Record 2018 with 14 Hotel Acquisitions and 10 Developments Totaling $495M

  February 07, 2019

  Officials of Peachtree Hotel Group (PHG), one of the nation’s fastest growing hotel investment and management platforms, announced it concluded a record 2018 with 14 hotel acquisitions and 10 ground-up development projects totaling $495 million.

• Atlanta Braves Announce Art in the Park to Debut This Season

  February 07, 2019

  The Atlanta Braves announce Art in the Park will debut this upcoming season, with local artists from around Braves Country creating limited-edition posters. A new 12" by 18" Braves-themed piece will debut at the start of each home series and will be sold exclusively in the Braves Clubhouse Store at SunTrust Park, with a majority of the proceeds going to local arts programs through the Atlanta Braves Foundation.

• MARTA Doubles Ridership over Super Bowl Weekend

  February 06, 2019

  The Metropolitan Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) moved over a half-million customers during the three-day Super Bowl weekend as massive crowds took advantage of 24-hour rail service.

• Hartsfield-Jackson Remains the World’s Busiest Airport for 20 Consecutive Years

  February 06, 2019

  Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport remains the world’s busiest airport for the 20th consecutive year, serving more passengers than any other airport in the world in a single year. Additionally, ATL has remained the most efficient airport in the world for the past 15 years.

• Governor Kemp Celebrates Georgia Tourism Industry, Unveils 2019 Travel Guide

  February 06, 2019

  Governor Brian Kemp was joined by Georgia tourism industry professionals from across the state for the annual Tourism, Hospitality & Arts Day at the Capitol to recognize the importance of the tourism industry in Georgia.

• Advanced Technology Development Center Current Portfolio Companies Raise $114M in Investment Capital in 2018

  February 05, 2019

  Startups at the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC), the state of Georgia’s technology incubator, raised more than $114.3 million in investment capital in 2018.

• Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Enters 33rd Year of Continuous Service to Georgia Businesses

  February 05, 2019

  February marks an important milestone for the Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center (GTPAC) as it enters its 33rd year of continuous operation in aiding Georgia businesses that are pursuing government contracts.

• Equifax to Provide Free Credit Report Service to Consumers Impacted by Partial Government Shutdown

  February 05, 2019

  Equifax Inc., a global information solutions company, announced that it will provide a free credit report service to consumers employed by the federal government who were impacted by the partial shutdown.

• Gwinnett Chamber's 71st Annual Dinner Honored Community Visionaries and Achievements

  February 04, 2019

  The Gwinnett Chamber celebrated the successes of 2018 and the successes to come in 2019 Friday, Feb. 1st in front of a crowd of more than 900 business and community leaders from across Gwinnett and metro Atlanta at the 71st Annual Dinner, presented by Gwinnett Medical Center.

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