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• GDEcD: 50 Years of International Presence

  December 20, 2023

  Fifty years ago, state leadership under then-Governor Jimmy Carter began to establish Georgia’s physical presence abroad, kickstarting the state’s trajectory to becoming a global hub for business and innovation.

• Christmas Begins After All The Christmas Stuff is Done

  December 20, 2023

  We’re almost there. The end of the year is in sight. We’re locked in on Christmas, when most of the country slows down or stops altogether for a much needed break. Productivity will be at its annual low.

• Pipedream Partners with Curiosity Lab to Launch World’s First Underground Logistics Network in Peachtree Corners

  December 19, 2023

  Peachtree Corners – one of the nation’s first smart cities powered by real-world connected infrastructure and 5G – launched the world’s first below-ground autonomous robot delivery system with Pipedream, the underground logistics network that is revolutionizing the way goods are delivered.

• Gov. Kemp Announces State Employee Retention Pay Supplement, New School Safety Funding

  December 19, 2023

  Governor Brian Kemp – joined by First Lady Marty Kemp, Speaker Jon Burns, Chairman Matt Hatchett of the House Appropriations Committee, announced a state employee retention pay supplement of $1,000 for each of the roughly 112,000 state employees and 196,000 educators and school support staff across the state.

• AT&T & Compudopt Donate 110 Laptops to Georgia Foster Kids & Those Aging Out of Foster Care

  December 18, 2023

  AT&T together with Compudopt took a step toward bridging the digital divide for 110 former and current children in the state’s foster care system today with a Christmas donation of laptops to at-risk youth.

• Georgia’s Energy System – A Model for America

  December 18, 2023

  We start our cars and barely think about the complex systems under the hood. The same with flipping on a light switch. We just take for granted that the electricity will work. We enjoy reliable and affordable electric service here in Georgia thanks to careful planning and market-based management of a diversified energy system.

• Fox Theatre Boasts 2023 Historic Chart-Topping Success

  December 15, 2023

  Atlanta's premier entertainment venue, The Fox Theatre, proudly announces its recent achievements and nominations as the year draws to a close. These accomplishments, placing this historic entertainment powerhouse in the top three of the industry's most respected publications, underscore the Fox Theatre's enduring success and essential role in the entertainment world.

• goBeyondProfit CEO Interviews: Heath Fountain, CEO of Colony Bank (Part 2)

  December 15, 2023

  In part 2 of our interview with Colony Bank and its CEO Heath Fountain we explore intentional leadership practices that effectively communicate strategic priorities to a dispersed workforce. With 40+ offices across the state, Colony Bank implements these practices daily.

• Signia by Hilton Atlanta Unveils Elevated Culinary Concepts

  December 14, 2023

  Signia by Hilton Atlanta, Atlanta’s largest downtown, ground-up hotel development project in 40 years, has unveiled details on the property’s eight food and beverage offerings centered around Georgia's rich Southern history.

• Hartsfield-Jackson Prepares to Host 3.3M Passengers Over Holiday Travel Period

  December 14, 2023

  In preparation for a busy winter holiday travel season, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport officials are providing tips to passengers to better navigate the Airport’s increased traffic volume. Additionally, the Airport is announcing the completion of the Main Security Checkpoint construction project.

• GDOT Outlines Need for Major Hike in Highway Funding

  December 14, 2023

  Georgia will need to spend at least $81 billion on transportation improvements by 2050 to keep people and freight moving on highways that otherwise will becoming increasingly congested, state Commissioner of Transportation Russell McMurry warned Wednesday.

• Aerotropolis Atlanta Alliance Receives $100,000 Grant from Chick-fil-A, Inc.

  December 13, 2023

  Aerotropolis Atlanta Alliance, Inc is a Metro Atlanta nonprofit dedicated to serving as a catalyst for regional economic competitiveness for the area surrounding Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The Board of Directors is excited to announce the organization has received a generous $100,000 grant from Chick-fil-A, Inc., one of its Legacy investors.

• Governors Kemp, Ivey Announce Agreement in Long-running Chattahoochee River Water Lawsuit

  December 13, 2023

  Governor Brian P. Kemp of Georgia and Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama announced that they have reached an agreement with the United States Army Corps of Engineers expected to end a lawsuit brought by Alabama while assuring both states’ citizens who live and work in the Mid- and Lower Chattahoochee River Basin of sufficient minimum water flows during times of drought.

• Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark: It’s Time for Washington to Reverse Course on Interest Rates

  December 13, 2023

  It’s no surprise to anyone who has filled up their tank, been to the grocery store, or applied for a loan that sky-high inflation and increasing interest rates are placing an undue financial burden on citizens across the country and constraints on business investments.

• Georgia’s Economy is Headed for a “Soft Landing” but Could Still Hit Some Speed Bumps

  December 12, 2023

  Georgia’s post-COVID economic expansion is expected to slow but continue, with GDP increasing by 1.1% in 2024, according to economic forecasters at the University of Georgia Selig Center for Economic Growth.

• MARTA Board Elects New Leadership Including First Chair From Clayton County

  December 11, 2023

  The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority board of directors elected new leadership at its December 2023 board meeting. Clayton County representative Kathryn “Katie” Powers will serve as chair, and Jennifer Ide, a City of Atlanta representative, will serve as vice-chair.

• Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. Makes Historic Investment in Permanent Supportive Housing for Homeless, Breaks Ground on New Affordable Housing Units

  December 11, 2023

  Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. is investing more than $550,000 in the Ralph David House, an adaptive-reuse development converting an eyesore motel at 277 Moreland Avenue into 54 apartments in the Reynoldstown community – the first time Atlanta BeltLine has invested in a project with all permanently supportive housing units.

• Feds Providing More Funding for Passenger Rail in Georgia

  December 11, 2023

  The Biden administration is stepping up federal funding of three planned intercity passenger rail projects in Georgia. The Federal Rail Administration has awarded $1.5 million in grants to explore linking Atlanta with Savannah; Charlotte, N.C.; and Chattanooga, Tenn.

• U.S. Soccer Selects Fayette County for New HQ & National Training Center

  December 08, 2023

  Governor Brian Kemp announced that the U.S. Soccer Federation (U.S. Soccer) will move its headquarters and construct a first-of-its-kind national training center (NTC) in Fayette County, creating 440 new jobs through a $228 million investment.

• Mayor Dickens Issues Report on 2023 Summer Youth Employment Program

  December 08, 2023

  Mayor Andre Dickens declared 2023 the Year of the Youth, and in line with that mission, the City of Atlanta expanded the efforts of the second annual Summer Youth Employment Program.

• goBeyondProfit CEO Interviews: Heath Fountain, CEO of Colony Bank

  December 08, 2023

  Colony Bank and its CEO Heath Fountain were recently awarded the goBeyondProfit Champion Award for their commitment to a larger purpose beyond the bottom line. In our latest CEO interview with Colony Bank CEO, Heath Fountain, he clearly articulates not only the role that community banks play in improving lives but also offers practical ways to tie daily tasks and customer interactions back to the company purpose.

• As Responsibilities Increase, US Corporate Boards are Taking a Fresh Look at Their Committees

  December 08, 2023

  Science and technology. Health and safety. ESG and sustainability. A few years ago, board committees on such topics were nearly non-existent. But as boards expand their role to address a broadening array of topics, they are not only assigning responsibilities to existing committees but also starting to form new types of committees.

• Atlanta Fire Rescue Foundation Launches the ‘Fleet Forward’ Capital Campaign

  December 07, 2023

  The Atlanta Fire Rescue Foundation launched the ‘Fleet Forward’ capital campaign to provide additional equipment for the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department through increased innovation and sustainability with a $500,000 inaugural gift from Norfolk Southern.

• SBA Delivers Over $1.4B in Funding to Georgia Small Businesses

  December 06, 2023

  The U.S. Small Business Administration recently announced that the SBA delivered $50 billion in capital, disaster relief, and bonding to small businesses and disaster-impacted communities across America in Fiscal Year 2023.

• Gwinnett Chamber Announces 2023 Small Business Award Winners

  December 06, 2023

  The Gwinnett Chamber hosted the annual Small Business Awards this morning at 12Stone Church in Lawrenceville. The program recognized ten winners among 100 finalists for exceptional business practices and entrepreneurial excellence.

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