"This expansion is a testament to both Mercedes-Benz’s commitment to excellence and metro Atlanta's strength as a hub for innovation and talent. When the 1MB facility opened in 2018, it quickly became an integral part of our business landscape, driving economic growth and elevating the region’s global presence.” 

- Katie Kirkpatrick, President & CEO of the Metro Atlanta Chamber.

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“Georgia, and Atlanta, are welcoming, business-friendly environments that provide an ideal backdrop for Cargill’s investment in technology and innovation.”
Brian Sikes, Cargill Board Chair and CEO
“Dunwoody provides the ideal setting for TriNet, offering unparalleled access to the region’s talented workforce and a vibrant, mixed-use environment surrounded by top-tier restaurants, shops, and entertainment.”
Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch

About Metro Atlanta

Metro Atlanta, aka Region 3 is highlighted in blue in the north west corner of Atlanta

Georgia ranks as one of the most business-friendly states, recognized as the No. 1 state for doing business over 10 years in a row. Metro Atlanta is home to 17 Fortune 500 and 37 Fortune 1000 companies and a highly skilled workforce of over 2.5 million residents. 

Beyond its thriving economy, Metro Atlanta offers world-class attractions and green spaces, earning the city its nickname, “The City in the Forest.” Visitors can explore Stone Mountain Park, Atlanta Botanical Garden, the Georgia Aquarium, the World of Coca-Cola, Centennial Olympic Park, and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park. The region also features Trilith Studios in Fayetteville-Fayette County, the largest purpose-built movie studio in North America, with tours and nearby guest accommodations.

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Metro Atlanta

10 Counties Strong

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$78,000

Median Household Income

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40+

Universities/Colleges

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80%

of the United States population is within a two-hour flight of Atlanta

Area Counties
Cherokee
Clayton
Cobb
DeKalb
Douglas
Fayette
Fulton
Gwinnett
Henry
Rockdale
Businesses in the Region
Amazon
Cargill
Luxottica
Great Southern Wood, "YellaWood"
Georgia Pacific
Pilgrim's Pride
Panasonic Automotive Systems
Mercedes-Benz
Norfolk Southern
PBS Aerospace
TOTO, USA
“Norfolk Southern is excited to embark on a new future in the city of Atlanta. This future depends on collaboration with customers, suppliers, and partners – and ready access to technology, talent, and our 22-state network. A unified office team in a new Atlanta headquarters will connect Norfolk Southern with every resource needed for success.”
James A. Squires, Norfolk Southern chairman, president and CEO
“Amazon is proud to serve customers across Georgia and throughout the southeast region of the United States. Amazon has found an outstanding workforce, strong local support, and incredible customers in the state, and we look forward to creating 1,000 new, full-time jobs with industry leading pay and benefits on day one.”
Roy Perticucci, Vice President of Customer Fulfillment at Amazon
“The new facility will provide Kroger the ability to bring customers across the coverage area fresher food faster than ever before. I’m thrilled the Atlanta market was selected as one of the 20 CFC sites, and this location is a tribute to the commitment and enthusiasm that Kroger has for the City of Forest Park, Clayton County, and the State of Georgia.”
Tim Brown, President of Kroger’s Atlanta division

Gov Kemp: Food Solutions Company Cargill to Create 400 New Jobs in Metro Atlanta Office Hub

Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Cargill, a global food and agriculture leader, will establish a new office hub in the City of Atlanta, creating more than 400 new jobs in the metro area. 

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New AIG Office Hub to Create 600 Metro Atlanta Jobs

Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that American International Group, Inc. (AIG), a leading global insurance company, will establish a new innovation hub in DeKalb County. The facility will triple AIG’s current Atlanta-area office space to accommodate over 1,000 employees, including the creation of more than 600 new roles over the next five years.

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Precision and Innovation: Evans Tool & Die Shines in Region 3

For more than 75 years, Evans Tool & Die has been a trusted provider of custom tooling and precision manufacturing services, specializing in the design, development, and production of high-quality metal stampings. Located in Conyers, near Atlanta, the company serves a variety of industries, offering expert solutions for complex tooling and part-manufacturing needs.