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Gov. Kemp Announces 30 Appointments to State Boards, Authorities, and Commissions
June 18, 2024
Governor Brian P. Kemp announced the appointment and re-appointment of the following 30 Georgians to various state boards, authorities, and commissions.
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FSA Stories: Jazmin's Story from Fostering Success Act, Inc
June 18, 2024
We are excited to share the inspiring journey of Jazmin, a former foster child who is now thriving as a nursing student at North Georgia Technical College. Entering the foster care system at the age of 14, Jazmin faced significant challenges, including transitioning through various living situations before finding a supportive foster family.
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Georgia Takes Bold Steps to Address Homelessness Crisis and Improve Public Safety
June 17, 2024
The Cicero Institute applauds Georgia's commitment to implementing effective measures to reduce homelessness and improve public safety.
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When it Comes to Retaining Talent, Do You Know What Employees Truly Value?
June 14, 2024
Recently, goBeyondProfit and Georgia CEO released the 2024 Business Generosity Report exploring the mindset of both employed adults and executives here in Georgia. With 96% of Georgians believing it is important their employer be generous; the report delineates what exactly generosity means to them and how employers can best prioritize investments when it comes to employee care.
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GBA Elects and Installs Officers and Directors to its Board
June 14, 2024
Georgia Bankers Association members have elected and installed officers for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and added five members to its board of directors.
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AT&T is Investing in Connection & Community Across Georgia
June 13, 2024
In Georgia, AT&T has invested nearly $14.9 billion in network infrastructure from 2019 to 2023 to connect more people to greater possibility.
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2024 Summer Youth Employment Program Launches at Hartsfield-Jackson
June 12, 2024
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is thrilled to announce the commencement of the ATL Summer Youth Employment Program 2024 running from June 6 – July 19. Entering its fourth year, this program has successfully engaged 10th, 11th, and 12th grade high school students from across the metro Atlanta area.
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Six Non-Profits Compete for Gas South’s $100k Award
June 12, 2024
Gas South, the leading retail natural gas provider of the Southeast has announced the six finalists for its 2024 Impact Investment Awards.
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Georgia In Top 11 US States That Most Want To Work In AI
June 12, 2024
The demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) talent is skyrocketing across the United States, with certain states emerging as hotbeds for individuals seeking careers in this cutting-edge field.
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Clayton State Awarded $1,000,000 Grant from The Coca-Cola Foundation
June 11, 2024
One of Clayton State’s most globally recognized donors recently re-expressed their commitment to academic excellence with a significant gift for the university’s student body.
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Blackstone Completes Acquisition of Tropical Smoothie Cafe
June 11, 2024
Blackstone announced that private equity funds managed by Blackstone have completed the acquisition of Tropical Smoothie Cafe, a leading franchisor of fast casual restaurants, from Levine Leichtman Capital Partners. This marks the first transaction in Blackstone’s most recent vintage of its flagship private equity vehicle.
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WM Events Celebrates 20th Anniversary with New Logo & Brand Identity
June 11, 2024
In celebration of 20 successful years in business, full-service event house WM Events today introduced its new logo and brand identity.
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Governor & First Lady Kemp Reinforce Economic Partnerships in Korea
June 11, 2024
Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp today announced they are leading a delegation of state officials on an international mission to the Republic of Korea that will focus on reinforcing strategic economic development partnerships.
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Council for Quality Growth Names Speakers & Chairs for the 2024 Four Pillar Tribute honoring the H.J. Russell Family
June 10, 2024
On October 10, 2024, the Council for Quality Growth will honor the legacy of Herman J. Russell Sr. and the Russell Family with its 35thannual Four Pillar Tribute.
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Cox Enterprises Announces Winners of Annual Sustainability Challenge
June 10, 2024
Cox Enterprises is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 Chairman's Challenge, an initiative that rallies employees to reduce waste and take sustainable actions. Nearly 4,000 eco-conscious employees participated in this year's challenge, collectively diverting 17 tons of waste from landfills.
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Workplace Volunteer Opportunities Can Unlock a Greater Sense of Connection & More Positive Work Experience for Employees
June 10, 2024
Today, Deloitte released the results of a new survey that reveals workplace volunteer opportunities are important to employees and can help them feel more positive about their work experience, more connected to their colleagues and have a greater sense of personal fulfillment and purpose.
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Hai Robotics Announces Strategic Move of Americas Headquarters to Atlanta Metro
June 07, 2024
Hai Robotics, a leading warehouse automation company known for its HaiPick modular Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems, has relocated its Americas headquarters from California to Norcross.
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Engel & Völkers Grows Atlanta Team with Appointment of Chief Growth Officer
June 07, 2024
Engel & Völkers Atlanta, a leading boutique high-end residential real estate service provider, announced that Christopher Burell has been named Chief Growth Officer of the metro Atlanta firm.
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Why Georgia Works Alignment Grants Will Help Local School Districts Align CTAE Programs with Local Workforce Needs
June 06, 2024
The Georgia Department of Education and Georgia Department of Economic Development are partnering to award Why Georgia Works Alignment Grants to help 15 local school districts improve the alignment of their Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education programs with local industry needs.
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The Points Guy Study Finds Many Americans Will Travel This Year & Will Use Their Credit Card Rewards
June 06, 2024
The Points Guy, commissioned consulting and market research firm The Harris Poll to conduct a study on consumer behaviors around travel, credit card spending and rewards management.
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Atlanta #2 Best Large City for College Grads to Start Their Careers
June 05, 2024
Atlanta has positioned itself as an attractive destination for recent grads, earning the 2nd spot among large U.S. cities. The city's high density of coworking spaces and leisure establishments, combined with a significant increase in median income, make it an excellent choice for young professionals.
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A New Definition of Generosity & Consequences for a Lack of Generosity Revealed in Groundbreaking 2024 goBeyondProfit Business Generosity Report
June 04, 2024
Today, goBeyondProfit and Georgia CEO released the 2024 Business Generosity Report exploring the current mindset of employed adults and executives running businesses. First initiated in 2019, it reveals a remarkable shift in employee attitudes: 96% of Georgians now consider it important for their employers to be not just good, but generous—a significant rise from 47% in 2019.
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June Marquee Monday Welcomes Chairwoman Cupid for the 2024 State of the County Address on June 10th
June 03, 2024
The Cobb Chamber’s Marquee Monday event series, presented by Superior Plumbing and Superior Cooling & Heating, continues June 10 with the 2024 State of the County Address, delivered by Cobb Commission Chairwoman Lisa Cupid.
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ATDC Companies Raise $280.2 Million In Investments In 2023
May 31, 2024
Startups in the Advanced Technology Development Center current portfolio raised more than $280.2 million in investment capital and created or saved more 2,021 jobs in 2023.
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US Consumer Confidence Rose in May
May 31, 2024
"Confidence improved in May after three consecutive months of decline," said Dana M. Peterson, Chief Economist at The Conference Board. "Consumers' assessment of current business conditions was slightly less positive than last month.