Features
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Georgia Chamber Hosts 2024 Congressional Luncheon
August 09, 2024
On August 7th, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2024 Congressional Luncheon, the state’s premier event brought together Georgia’s federal elected officials and influential business leaders.
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goBeyondProfit CEO Interviews: Dana Spinola, Founder and CEO of fab’rik
August 09, 2024
fab’rik and its CEO, Dana Spinola, were recently awarded the goBeyondProfit Champion Award for weaving purpose into their business model and improving the lives of thousands of women every day – both in their stores and in the larger community.
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August 11th Reminds Georgia Residents to Contact 811 Before Digging to Protect Themselves and Their Communities
August 09, 2024
August 11th is almost here, and Georgia 811 hopes that the 8/11 date on the calendar will serve as a natural reminder for residents to contact 811 prior to any digging project to have underground utility lines marked.
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Global Payments Appoints Robert Cortopassi as President & Chief Operating Officer
August 08, 2024
Global Payments Inc., a leading worldwide provider of payment technology and software solutions, today announced the appointment of Robert “Bob” Cortopassi, as its new president and chief operating officer, effective immediately.
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Norfolk Southern Assembles Transportation Leadership to Accelerate Operational Excellence
August 08, 2024
Norfolk Southern Corporation has appointed three industry veterans with precision scheduled railroading experience to lead its Transportation team. The new leadership structure will bolster accelerated operational improvements throughout the company's network with PSR-experienced senior leaders.
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Woodruff Arts Center Kicks Off $67 Million Capital Campaign
August 07, 2024
The Woodruff Arts Center kicked off its $67 million capital campaign Experience Atlanta, Experience Woodruff with a groundbreaking ceremony for two additional spaces: the Goizueta Stage for Youth & Families and PNC PlaySpace.
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Gaming Veteran Mike Ybarra Appointed as CEO of PrizePicks
August 07, 2024
PrizePicks announced the appointment of Mike Ybarra, former President of Blizzard Entertainment, as the company's Chief Executive Officer. Ybarra will join the Board of PrizePicks and succeeds Adam Wexler, PrizePicks' Founder and CEO, who will be transitioning to the role of Executive Chairman.
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Piedmont Is ‘Empowering You’ Through Community Impact
August 06, 2024
As a nonprofit healthcare system, with 1,755 locations within a one-hour drive of 85 percent of Georgians, Piedmont brings its purpose to life by providing unparalleled access to integrated high-quality care, as well as by serving local communities outside the walls of its clinics and hospitals.
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Town Center Community Expands Alliance Membership Program
August 06, 2024
Town Center Community, comprised of the Town Center CID and Town Center Alliance, today announced the expansion of its Alliance membership program through a tiered structure designed to enhance member benefits. The three tiers - partner, supporter and influencer - provide access to member only communications, special events, exclusive project updates, market reports and more.
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Georgia: A Premier Destination for Aerospace and Defense Opportunities
August 06, 2024
In the competitive arena of aerospace and defense, Georgia has firmly established itself as a leader in innovation and economic growth. As the fifth-largest aerospace exporter in the U.S., with exports totaling $11.1 billion in 2023, the state is a key player on the global stage.
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Metro Atlanta Suburbs Lead in Housing Growth Over Urban Core
August 05, 2024
Suburban and exurban housing markets have grown significantly faster than urban areas across the country, over the past decade. Atlanta has followed this trend, with a suburban boom leading to the construction of thousands of new homes, far outpacing the growth in the city's urban core.
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Cobb Executive Women August Luncheon Welcomes Kristi, Owner of Nothing Bundt Cakes
August 05, 2024
Join the Cobb Chamber’s Cobb Executive Women (CEW) on Friday, August 9 for CEW’s August Luncheon featuring Kristi Janman, owner of multiple Nothing Bundt Cakes bakery locations.
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Council for Quality Growth Announces Full Speaker Line-up for The INTERSECTION Conference
August 05, 2024
On August 9, 2024, the Council for Quality Growth, through the Quality Growth Institute, will host its 4th annual The INTERSECTION Quality Development Conference at the City Springs Studio Theatre in Sandy Springs.
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CEO's Confident Amid Uncertainty: 73% Optimistic About Company Performance
August 05, 2024
The summer 2024 Fortune/Deloitte CEO survey found that, despite continued headwinds and additional uncertainty posed by the forthcoming U.S. elections, CEOs are confident in their ability to navigate their organizations through disruption.
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Marcus & Millichap Reports Strong Retail Growth in Atlanta Despite Economic Headwinds in 2Q/2024
August 02, 2024
Marcus & Millichap, has published its 2Q 2024 Atlanta Retail Investment market report. “The Atlanta retail market continues to demonstrate resilience and adaptability, supported by strong demographic trends and steady demand for retail space, particularly in the suburbs,” stated John Leonard, first vice president/regional manager of Marcus & Millichap’s Atlanta office.
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Carter Center Announces “Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song” at The Fox Theatre
August 02, 2024
The Carter Center is excited to announce “Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song,” a musical event celebrating the centennial birthday of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter.
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The King Center Announces Plans for 100th Birthday's & a State-of-the-Art King Center
August 02, 2024
The King Center is embarking on a five-year plan to celebrate the 100th birthdays of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in 2029 and Mrs. Coretta Scott King in 2027. This forward-looking plan includes the construction of a new state-of-the-art facility within the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Park in downtown Atlanta.
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Atlanta-Based fab’rik Honored with the goBeyondProfit Champion Award
August 01, 2024
goBeyondProfit, a first-of-its-kind business leader initiative that inspires business generosity, today announced Atlanta-based fab’rik and its Founder and CEO, Dana Spinola, as the recipient of the goBeyondProfit Champion Award.
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Georgia Sees 11th Most International Tourism in U.S.
August 01, 2024
International summer travel plummeted during the COVID-19 pandemic due to travel bans, distancing guidelines, and event cancellations. Despite the slowdown, the U.S. remains a popular destination for international travelers, with some locations seeing more than others.
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2024 FedExCup Playoffs to Offer PGA TOUR Fans Unparalleled Access
July 31, 2024
As the PGA TOUR’s best look to unseat FedExCup champion Viktor Hovland, fans will have unparalleled access to the sights and sounds of the FedExCup Playoffs through new on-site and virtual activtions and programming.
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ARC Seeks Input to Inform Update to Regional Public Participation Plan
July 31, 2024
The Atlanta Regional Commission is seeking input to inform a major update to the agency’s regional public participation plan. The update, the first since 2019, is designed to ensure that ARC’s transportation planning meets the region’s needs and reflects metro Atlanta’s diverse population.
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Brunswick Sets Cargo Record While Savannah Suffers Slight Decline
July 31, 2024
The Port of Brunswick had a better year than the Port of Savannah, the Georgia Ports Authority reported Tuesday.
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Goodwill Announces New 2025 Board Members
July 30, 2024
Goodwill of North Georgia, the leading Goodwill organization for connecting job seekers with employment opportunities, is excited to announce the addition of three new board members.
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Porsche Celebrates 25 Years of Automotive Technical Training Excellence
July 30, 2024
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Porsche Technology Apprenticeship Program. Since 1999, the program has provided high-quality training and education to men and women interested in becoming a Porsche technician.
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State Health Coverage Commission Begins Work
July 30, 2024
A newly created state commission looking for ways to improve health-care access and quality for low-income uninsured Georgians held its kickoff meeting last Thursday.