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Hartsfield-Jackson Remains World’s Busiest Airport
July 23, 2024
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has once again been recognized as the busiest airport in the world by Airports Council International World, according to the latest ACI World Airport Traffic Dataset for 2023.
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City of Atlanta Announces Labor Education Program
July 23, 2024
Mayor Andre Dickens and the Atlanta Department of Labor and Employment Services announced the launch of the Labor Rights Education Program, a micro-grant initiative designed to promote fair labor practices and ensure that all residents and businesses are well-informed about their rights and obligations.
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Georgia Among States Leading in New Businesses
July 22, 2024
A new study has named the top ten states submitting the most business applications, and Georgia comes in at #4.
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Public Service Commission to Take Up Plan to Add New Fossil Fuels to Energy Mix
July 22, 2024
Georgia energy regulators already have approved a request by Georgia Power for a significant increase in electrical generating capacity to meet the needs of a growing state.
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Confidence Among Small and Midsize Business CEOs Dips in Q2 2024
July 22, 2024
Small and midsize business CEO confidence decreased slightly to 83.3 in Q2 2024, according to the latest CEO Confidence Index released by CEO coaching and peer advisory organization Vistage.
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Gov. Kemp Announces Details for $1.5B Transportation Infrastructure Investment
July 19, 2024
Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced new details for the historic $1.5 billion investment in transportation infrastructure around the state included in the Amended Fiscal Year 2024 budget.
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Summer Job Market Sees Influx of Graduates, Slight Rise in June Unemployment
July 19, 2024
Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson announced today that Georgia's June unemployment rate was 3.3, up one-tenth from a revised 3.2 percent in May. The unemployment rate was eight-tenths lower than the national unemployment rate.
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How to Best Prioritize Limited Funds for Impactful Community Investments
July 18, 2024
While Georgia’s businesses have long been the backbone of strong communities, a new report by goBeyondProfit and Georgia CEO reveals meaningful shifts in community care and offers executives insight on how best to invest limited funds.
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Atlanta-based Trevelino/Keller acquires B2B Growth Marketing Firm
July 18, 2024
Trevelino/Keller, a nationally ranked Growth PR+Mkt firm, has successfully built a nationally ranked firm on the foundation of public relations, growth marketing and creative services, serving early and growth stages, middle market, national and international brands.
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Sterling Seacrest Pritchard Receives Recognition for Strong Growth in Insurance Industry
July 17, 2024
Sterling Seacrest Pritchard was recently recognized by Business Insurance as part of its annual list noting the “100 Largest Brokers of U.S. Businesses.”
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City of Hope Ranked Top 5 in the Nation for Cancer Care by U.S. News & World Report
July 17, 2024
City of Hope, one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, has been recognized as having one of the nation’s top 5 hospitals for cancer care, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-25 rankings.
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Report Highlights "Kemp Administration’s Extraordinary Successes in the Health Insurance World"
July 17, 2024
In case you missed it, a report recently released by the Georgia Public Policy Foundation examined the health insurance marketplace in Georgia since Governor Kemp took office.
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Full Course Adds to Board of Directors
July 16, 2024
Full Course, the industry’s only incubator and accelerator for early-stage food brands, has appointed Edna Morris to join its board of directors.
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Deloitte: Back-to-School Spending Expected to Flatten Amid Financial Concerns
July 16, 2024
As families navigate the excitement of the back-to-school season, they're balancing between fulfilling what their children need and splurging on the novelties they want. The cost of school supplies has increased 24.5% over the past four years (per the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Consumer Price Index).
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Morehouse College President Dr. David Thomas Announces Retirement
July 15, 2024
Morehouse College today announces the retirement of Dr. David A. Thomas as president, effective June 30, 2025. "Record-breaking" defines Thomas's tenure at the College.
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Japanese Manufacturer Hirano America to Open First U.S. Office in Norcross
July 15, 2024
Partnership Gwinnett is pleased to announce that Hirano Tecseed Co., Ltd., a leading Japanese manufacturer of coating machines, will open its first U.S. office in the City of Norcross, Gwinnett County, Georgia.
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Georgia Chamber President & CEO Chris Clark Receives Prestigious GACCE Legacy Award
July 15, 2024
Georgia Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Chris Clark, CCE received the GACCE Legacy Award, the most prestigious prize awarded the Georgia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. Clark received the award on Thursday, July 11 at the GACCE Executive Leadership Conference held on St. Simons Island, Ga.
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ARC 2024 Population Estimates Show Atlanta Region Adds 62,700 Residents in Past Year
July 12, 2024
The 11-county Atlanta region added 62,700 residents between April 2023 and April 2024, bringing the total population to 5.2 million, according to 2024 population estimates released today by the Atlanta Regional Commission.
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10 Georgia Destinations Ranked Among ‘World’s Best’ by Travel + Leisure
July 12, 2024
Islands, cities, and hotels across Georgia earned coveted spots in Travel + Leisure’s 2024 World’s Best Awards announced July 9th. Travel + Leisure is one of the world’s leading travel media brands, and its annual reader survey-based awards program is considered the travel industry’s most trusted rankings.
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Orkin Unveils New Uniforms Through Partnership with Savannah College of Art and Design
July 11, 2024
Orkin and SCADpro today announced their recent partnership resulting in the rollout of new Orkin uniforms for more than 10,000 employees.
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Georgia Council for the Arts Awards More Than $3.5M in Grant Funding to Support Arts Organizations
July 11, 2024
Georgia Council for the Arts, a strategic arm of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, today announced that more than $3.5 million in competitive grant funding will be distributed to recipients across the state through its Bridge, Project, and Arts Education Program grants.
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Lutzie 43 Foundation Celebrates 10th Anniversary of the Lutzie 43 Road Race in Marietta
July 11, 2024
The Lutzie 43 Foundation is proud to announce the 10th annual Lutzie 43 Road Race, set to take place on Saturday, August 3rd in Marietta, GA at Lutzie Field at Lassiter High School or virtually for runners who cannot make it to Lutzie Field on race day.
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Georgia Chamber of Commerce Opens Nominations for the 2024 Rural Awards
July 11, 2024
The Georgia Chamber of Commerce hs announced the nominations process for the inaugural Georgia Chamber Rural Awards. These awards recognize the outstanding efforts of individuals, businesses, organizations, programs, and communities that have implemented innovative strategies and mission-based initiatives to address challenges and promote prosperity in Georgia’s rural areas.
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Fulton County Soars to #4 Nationally for Economic Development Projects
July 10, 2024
Fulton County, Georgia, has made a significant leap in the national Top 20 Best Counties in America rankings, moving from #11 last year to an impressive #4 this year among America's top counties. Too add to that, Fulton County has achieved the prestigious #1 position in the I-85 Corridor Report.
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Leadership Georgia Announces 2024 Awards Recipients
July 10, 2024
The Leadership Georgia Board of Trustees is proud to announce the 2024 recipients of the organization’s most prestigious awards. These awards recognize Georgians who exemplify the principles of Leadership Georgia through their leadership and stewardship, benefiting local communities and the state.