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GMSDC Announces the 2024 Spirit of Alliance Award Winners
September 10, 2024
The Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council hosted the 42nd Spirit of Alliance Awards on August 28th at the World Headquarters of The Coca-Cola Company in midtown Atlanta. The event celebrates the corporations, Minority Business Enterprise firms and supplier diversity professionals that are setting the standard for minority small business development in Georgia.
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How is the Economic Impact of the Childcare & Maternal Health Crisis in Georgia Affecting Your Business?
September 06, 2024
By investing in expanded maternal health services and childcare support, Georgia companies can not only improve employee well-being but also boost their bottom line.
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Hyundai Reveals First Look at the Hyundai IONIQ 5, First Vehicle to Be Produced at Metaplant Site
September 04, 2024
Hyundai announced the release of the refreshed 2025 IONIQ 5, including a rugged new IONIQ 5 XRT variant, ideal for venturing further off the beaten path. The IONIQ 5 will be the first model range manufactured at the brand-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America facility in Georgia.
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Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Arthur M. Blank Hospital to Open September 29th
September 04, 2024
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is announcing it will undertake a significant logistical feat on Sunday, September 29 – moving all patients from Egleston Hospital to the new Arthur M. Blank Hospital in a single day. Arthur M. Blank Hospital is a 19-story, 2-million-square-foot facility with 446 beds; that’s 116 more beds than the current number at Egleston Hospital.
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Georgia Historical Society Names Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia Newest Honoree in Georgia Business History Initiative
August 30, 2024
On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, the Georgia Historical Society unveiled a new historical marker in Columbus as part of the Georgia Business History Initiative. Dedicated in partnership with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, the marker shares the history of Anthem’s Georgia Plan and its significance to Georgia’s economic history.
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Georgia Executives Brace for Political Storm: How to Protect Workplace Culture
August 29, 2024
A new report by goBeyondProfit reveals a staggering 56% of executives and 45% of employees fear that politics will disrupt their company culture this year. As the political landscape in Georgia continues to heat up, so too does the potential for workplace disruption.
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Georgia Job Creation & Momentum Remains Strong
August 29, 2024
Governor Brian Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, today announced another year of sustained momentum for business recruitment and expansions in Fiscal Year 2024. GDEcD’s Global Commerce team supported 429 facility expansions and new locations resulting in more than $20.3 billion in investment and the commitment of 26,900 new, private sector jobs statewide.
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MacKenzie Scott Gives $10 Million to Georgia Nonprofit ACE | Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs
August 27, 2024
A $10 million gift from billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott to ACE | Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs will have a dramatic impact on the nonprofit’s work to fuel the growth of Georgia businesses around the state, said Grace Fricks, ACE founder and CEO.
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Meet Ashanti: Forging a Future in Welding
August 27, 2024
We are proud to introduce Ashanti, a driven second-semester student at South Georgia Technical College, where she is pursuing a career in welding. Her story exemplifies strength, determination, and the transformative power of support.
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Technical College System of Georgia Achieves 9.3% Enrollment Growth
August 27, 2024
The Technical College System of Georgia announces a 9.3% increase in enrollment for the Academic Year 2024, bringing total enrollment to 148,746 students across the system. This is the highest number of students enrolled at TCSG since 2013.
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Chik-Fil-A College Football Hall of Fame Puts Fans Directly into the Game with Its New AI Experience
August 26, 2024
Set, Hike! The College Football Hall of Fame is setting a new industry milestone with its new GAME ON! AI Experience. This deeply engaging, personalized storytelling experience inserts fans into the rich history of college football.
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Business Generosity Yields Financial Rewards
August 23, 2024
Recent data tells us that 92% of executives plan to maintain or increase their current investments in generosity. 60% of executives plan to increase giving to employees, 46% to communities, and 45% in the way they operate their business. This is a significant jump from 2023, where only 33% planned to increase generosity investments.
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Governor Kemp Hosts Small Business Roundtable
August 23, 2024
Along with other state leaders, Governor Brian P. Kemp hosted small business leaders for a roundtable discussion on civil litigation policies impacting the state's business climate and day-to-day affordability for hardworking Georgians.
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Discover Georgia’s Booming Food Processing Industry
August 22, 2024
Georgia’s food processing industry is a powerhouse, contributing over $11 billion annually to the state's GDP. With nearly half of the top 100 food processing companies operating here, the industry is poised for sustained growth. The Georgia Department of Economic Development drives industry growth in multiple ways.
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NGMC Credited for Contributing Nearly $7.5 Billion to Local and State Economy
August 21, 2024
Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) generates nearly $7.5 billion in local and state economic impact according to a recent report by the Georgia Hospital Association (GHA), the state’s largest hospital trade association.
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Survey: Consumers Expect to Spend More this Year on Back-to-School Shopping & This Fall on Discretionary Items
August 21, 2024
Anticipating higher prices for their shopping list than a year ago, consumers expect to spend 14% more on average on back-to-school shopping per child this year, according to a new KPMG survey conducted in July.
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Georgia Power Uses Drones to Inspect Transmission Lines
August 20, 2024
Georgia Power continues to focus on improving reliability and service for customers by making investments in the power grid and using advanced technology to prevent or restore power outages. The company is now deploying unmanned aerial systems, to inspect transmission power lines, helping ensure the safety and reliability of these main lines more efficiently and with greater accuracy than ever before.
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From Global to Local: Industries that Put Georgia on the Map
August 19, 2024
The Georgia Department of Economic Development and its economic development partners capitalized on the 2024 SelectUSA Investment Summit to demonstrate why Georgia stands out to international companies seeking to locate or expand in the U.S.
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Public Colleges Generated $21.9 Billion Impact on Georgia
August 19, 2024
New research from the Terry College of Business Selig Center for Economic Growth found the University System of Georgia (USG) had an impact of $21.9 billion on the state’s economy and generated more than 160,000 full- and part-time jobs during fiscal year 2023.
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goBeyondProfit CEO Interviews: Dana Spinola, Founder and CEO of fab’rik (Part 2)
August 16, 2024
In part 2 of our interview with fab’rik Founder and CEO Dana Spinola, she shared how she empowers her team to find creative ways to deliver on the company purpose as well as frank insights from her founder’s journey.
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University System Board of Regents Adopts $3.6B Budget Request
August 15, 2024
The University System of Georgia Board of Regents approved a $3.6 billion fiscal 2026 budget request Wednesday. The 2026 budget, which takes effect next July, represents a $221.1 million increase over this year’s spending plan. By far the largest increase – $167.8 million – would cover projected enrollment growth.
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Georgia’s Labor Force is Over 5 Million Strong, but More Jobs Are Needed to Keep Unemployment Low
August 15, 2024
Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson announced today that Georgia's July unemployment rate was 3.4 percent, up one-tenth from a revised 3.3 percent in June. The unemployment rate was nine-tenths lower than the national unemployment rate.
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Georgia Cities Leverage Smart Technology
August 14, 2024
Four cities discussed how their they use technology to reduce crime, improve traffic flow, enhance service delivery and drive economic growth during a breakfast hosted by GMA, the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and the Partnership for Inclusive Innovation, which partners with local communities to bring innovative projects to fruition.
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RAISE Forum Seeks Post-Revenue Southeast Startup Applicants
August 14, 2024
Emory University’s Goizueta Business School will host the 18th semi-annual RAISE (Retention and Advanced Investment for the Southeast at Emory) Forum on Friday, November 15th.
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Meet Vladislav: An Inspiring Journey from Foster Care to Collegiate Success
August 13, 2024
Meet Vladislav, a junior at Columbus State University majoring in kinesiology. His story of overcoming adversity and pursuing his dreams is a testament to his resilience and determination and it’s thanks to generous tax credits from Georgians.