In this video, executives spanning various industry segments talk about why their businesses are successful in Georgia. Whether a business is expanding or relocating, Georgia's workforce, business environment and logistics capabilities all play an important role. AirWatch Chairman Alan Dabierre… Read More
Turkey has been a whirlwind! Since last weekend I've been traveling with the Governor and a number of other state and business leaders on a business mission to Istanbul, Ankara, and Mersin. We've had an excellent experience so far and have met with some very influential members of the Turkish… Read More
It's been a long time since we've seen a spring this busy – and this rewarding – at the Department! We've celebrated two of our biggest project announcements in years: Caterpillar (Athens-Clarke & Oconee counties, 1400 jobs), and Baxter (Morgan, Newton, Jasper and Walton counties, 1500 jobs).… Read More
Don't miss the opportunity to join the Georgia Department of Economic Development and Governor Nathan Deal at the 35th annual Southeastern United States (SEUS) Japan Conference September 13-15, 2012 at the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo, Japan. After August 12, 2012, conference rates increase and although… Read More
Starbucks will soon bring 140 new jobs to Augusta, Georgia. We were recently at the groundbreaking to celebrate the occasion with our own Tom Croteau wielding one of the shovels. Starbucks chose Georgia for a number of compelling pro-business advantages . Watch some of CNN's coverage of the event… Read More
This year, why don't you celebrate November 26th as Small Business Saturday® , a day dedicated to supporting our country's small businesses on one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year? The U.S. Small Business Administration is encouraging every American to support small businesses by… Read More
Communication is key in any relationship, and here at the Georgia Department of Economic Development, we want to communicate more with you, the members of our communities. Mark your calendars: September 27th is the inaugural Georgia @ Work Live Chat. This new, monthly event will feature a GDEcD… Read More
Shelia Huntley, GM Customer Service Facilities Manager; Mike Nordstrom, Vice President Corporate Services; Lee Anderson, Director, State & Local Government Relations; and Georgia Governor Nathan Deal. Photo courtesy Alana Joyner, Governor's OfficeDownload the photo here . Have you eaten your… Read More
Our International Team is looking forward to networking, connecting and answering your questions on how to expand your Georgia business at the Global Connect event in Atlanta TOMORROW NIGHT! We'll be there on Thursday, July 21st, from 5:30-9:00 pm. Please stop by our table! We would love to chat… Read More
This year, the team looks forward to meeting industry leaders and Washington delegates to discuss the industry's pressing issues. We are pleased to be exhibiting alongside Georgia companies Akesogen and Qualtex . My priority is to meet with prospects to continue the industry's growth in the… Read More
