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• Partnership Gwinnett Celebrates Local Manufacturing & Supply Chain Leaders at the 13th Annual Movers & Makers Awards

  May 10, 2024

  Partnership Gwinnett hosted the 13th annual Movers and Makers Awards at the Gas South District this morning. The event served as a platform to honor and recognize the exceptional achievements of manufacturing and supply chain companies in Gwinnett County.

• Carlos Pagoaga to be Named President of The Coca-Cola Foundation

  May 09, 2024

  The Coca-Cola Company announced that Carlos Pagoaga, a 34-year veteran of the company, will be named Vice President of Global Community Affairs for The Coca-Cola Company and President of The Coca-Cola Foundation.

• Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper, Georgia Grown Staff, & Georgia Agribusiness Leaders Explore Emerging Indian Market on US-India Trade Mission

  May 08, 2024

  Last month, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper, Georgia Grown staff, and several Georgia agribusinesses visited New Delhi, India, on an agribusiness trade mission sponsored by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service.

• Georgia Celebrates Five ‘Small Business ROCK STARS’

  May 07, 2024

  The Georgia Department of Economic Development today announced its five 2024 Small Business ROCK STARS as part of the state’s celebration of Georgia Small Business Week 2024, recognized Monday, May 6, through Friday, May 10.

• Mayor Dickens Allocates $2 Million for 2024 Summer Youth Employment Program

  May 07, 2024

  The Atlanta City Council approved Mayor Andre Dickens’ $2 million allocation for his signature Summer Youth Employment Program. The legislation amends the FY 2024 General Fund to provide funding to the Department of Labor and Employment Services to hire Atlanta youth for a variety of paid positions spanning a diverse range of industries and inclusive roles with the City of Atlanta.

• Decide DeKalb Celebrates Economic Development Week 2024

  May 06, 2024

  The Decide DeKalb Development Authority is excited to announce its participation in Economic Development Week 2024, a global initiative led by the International Economic Development Council aimed at highlighting the importance of economic development and its impact on communities worldwide.

• SBA Georgia Announces 2024 National Small Business Week Winners

  May 06, 2024

  The U.S. Small Business Administration Georgia District Office announced the National Small Business Week 2024 Award Winners, including Small Business Person of the Year, Exporter of the Year, and other small business owners throughout Georgia.

• Sterling Seacrest Pritchard Recognized as National Franchise Agency of the Year

  May 03, 2024

  Sterling Seacrest Pritchard was recently recognized by The Hanover Insurance Group as their National Franchise Agency of the Year.

• Students Win Klaus Startup Challenge, Dive into $5B Market with AI-driven Teaching Tool

  May 03, 2024

  A student startup company that uses generative artificial intelligence (AI) to teach individuals the latest programming languages has earned a potential seven-figure initial valuation.

• Westside Paper Spur Trail, Known as "The Spur," Breaks Ground in Atlanta's Howell Station Neighborhood

  May 03, 2024

  The Upper Westside Community Improvement District (Upper Westside CID) is proud to announce the groundbreaking of the Westside Paper Spur Trail, known as "The Spur," marking a significant milestone in the development of Atlanta's westside multimodal infrastructure.

• TCSG Announces 2024 Student of the Year and Instructor of the Year

  May 03, 2024

  The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) announced the state’s top technical college student and top instructor for 2024.

• Atlanta City Government Proposes Historic $2.75 Billion Budget

  May 02, 2024

  The City of Atlanta is proud to announce its proposed budget for the fiscal year 2025, set at a remarkable $2.75 billion. The budget allocates $853.8 million for the General Fund, $1.5 billion for Enterprise Funds and $352.5 million for Other Funds, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to fiscal planning.

• Event Offers Preview of AI Technology Before its Georgia Tour

  May 02, 2024

  Members of Georgia Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing (Georgia AIM) recently previewed custom technology that will tour the state later this year.

• Genuine Parts Company Announces CEO Leadership Transition

  May 01, 2024

  Genuine Parts Company announced that Paul Donahue will transition from chairman and CEO to executive chairman, effective June 3rd. At that time, William P. Stengel, II, currently president and COO, will succeed Mr. Donahue as president and CEO of GPC and will serve as a member of the board of directors

• Gauging the Gaps Between Atlanta and Rural Georgia

  May 01, 2024

  Charlie Hayslett, a former political reporter from the Atlanta Journal and a public relations, public affairs and communications management consultant, delivered a thought-provoking address to the GMA Board of Directors during its meeting in Perry on April 26.

• SouthState Announces Retirement of Doug Williams, Taps Green & Kamienski as Successors

  April 30, 2024

  SouthState Bank today announced the retirement of Doug Williams, president of the Atlanta Banking Group and head of Corporate Banking, effective Dec. 31st. Williams culminates his 44-year career with SouthState after spearheading the Atlantic Capital merger in 2022. He founded the Atlanta-based bank after 26 years with Wachovia.

• DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond To Deliver His Final State Of The County Address

  April 30, 2024

  The Council for Quality Growth, in partnership with DeKalb County Government and the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce, will host the 2024 State of DeKalb County Address on Thursday at the brand new Assembly Studios in Atlanta.

• Hartsfield-Jackson Sets New Standard in Aviation with First Modular Unit Installation

  April 30, 2024

  Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport marked a historic milestone in aviation infrastructure April 24 with the placement of the first modular unit for the Concourse D Widening Project.

• Vogtle Unit 4 Enters Commercial Operation

  April 29, 2024

  Georgia Power declared today that Plant Vogtle Unit 4 has entered commercial operation and is now serving customers and the State of Georgia. The new unit, which can produce enough electricity to power an estimated 500,000 homes and businesses, will provide reliable, emissions-free energy to customers for at least 60 to 80 years.

• EY Announces Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 Southeast Award Finalists

  April 29, 2024

  Ernst & Young LLP today announced the finalists for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 Southeast Award. The Southeast program celebrates entrepreneurs from Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.

• goBeyondProfit CEO Interviews: Jeff Hilimire, Co-Founder and CEO of Purpose Group (Part 2)

  April 26, 2024

  Is purpose just a motivating tag line or can it be a playbook for industry-beating financial success? In part two of our conversation with Jeff Hilimire, Co-Founder and CEO of Purpose Group, we focused on how purpose drives exponential returns for business and people alike.

• Former Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin, Bruce Gunter and Chris Goode join PCCI Panel on Homelessness

  April 26, 2024

  On Tuesday, April 23, Project Community Connections, Inc. (PCCI) held its inaugural leadership gathering to discuss the past, present and future of homelessness in Atlanta. The event was an opportunity for leaders, advocates, and community members to come together and share insights and strategies to end homelessness in Atlanta and beyond.

• Ring Bear & Atlanta Braves' All-Star Austin Riley Partner to Launch Unique Line of Men's Wedding Rings

  April 26, 2024

  Modern men's wedding ring brand Ring Bear announces the launch of an exclusive line of rings in collaboration with Major League Baseball player, Austin Riley, All-Star third baseman for the Atlanta Braves.

• Sweetwater Brewing Unveils Modern Rebrand

  April 26, 2024

  SweetWater Brewing Company, the largest craft brewer in the Southeast and a subsidiary of Tilray Brands, Inc., announced a design refresh to make the Sweetwater brand more impactful, cohesive, and memorable to consumers. SweetWater’s updated portfolio of beers is available now across the Southeast and in select national markets

• Summer 2024 Travel Trends: Gen Z Spends, Europe Reigns

  April 26, 2024

  Despite the rising cost of travel, travelers are sparing no expense on their summer getaways, according to Squaremouth.com, the nation's leading travel insurance marketplace.

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