Small Businesses are no small part of Georgia’s economic lifeblood. Fueling job growth as well as personal pride, their success depends on a supportive environment for the entrepreneurial spirit. Georgia has that supportive environment and a host of innovative resources demonstrate a statewide commitment to it.
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With 97% of all Georgia businesses being small, the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) recognizes and supports this critical sector through several approaches such as direct company relationships, resource awareness, B-2-B opportunities and local-level business development. We know that innovative entrepreneurs have high-growth potential and we can connect them to the best resources available. Learn how we are Supporting Georgia's Businesses (PDF)
For communities wanting to create and sustain entrepreneurial activity locally, the “Entrepreneur Friendly” Initiative helps them incorporate small businesses into their long-term development strategies. A program of the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s Small Business & Innovation Division, the “Entrepreneur Friendly Initiative helps communities better understand their existing entrepreneur environment and develop sustainable, effective local strategies.
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