The Biggest Game in Town

The Super Bowl impact will extend well beyond the football field.

By Kenna Simmons

Published: January 2019

Taking Off

Georgia’s aerospace industry continues to grow.

By Jennifer Hafer

Published: December 2018

Full Speed Ahead

Thanks to smart planning, enhanced infrastructure and new markets, the Georgia ports continue to smash growth records

By Mary Ann DeMuth

Published: November 2018

The Cutting Edge

Georgia is at the forefront of the industry that is growing rapidly to combat cyber threats to your data, your identity and your money

By Susan Percy

Published: October 2018

The Power to Choose

Georgia’s Customer Choice program is encouraging economic development across the state

By Kenna Simmons

Published: August 2018

The Power of Creativity

Communities turn to the arts for economic development and revitalization.

By Mary Ann DeMuth

Published: January 2019

Closing the Digital Divide

New legislation aims to increase rural broadband access, but significant challenges remain.

By Anna Bentley

Published: December 2018

Going Places

Metro Atlanta transit is now rapidly evolving

By Kenna Simmons

Published: November 2018

Great Expectations

The new Qualified Opportunity Zone program has planners fired up

By Suzanne Northington

Published: November 2018

2018 Georgia’s Top 100 Public Companies

Georgia is a great place to do business, and the companies on this year’s list prove it, generating $489.8 billion in total revenue in 2017. Plus, a look at four CEOs who are running some of the state’s top companies.

CEO Profiles by Anna Bently and Suzanne Northington

Published: October 2018

After School

Facing low unemployment and declining numbers of young workers, businesses are going back to high school.

By Kenna Simmons

Published: January 2019

Research, Reputation and Revenue

Spurred by top-flight talent, Georgia universities are conducting research that impacts healthcare, technology and the environment as it boosts the state’s economy

By Susan Percy

Published: November 2018

Teaming Up

Georgia colleges and healthcare providers are partnering to reduce worker shortages

By Mary Ann DeMuth

Published: October 2018

2018 Higher Education Directory

Georgia Trend’s annual listing of the state’s colleges, universities and technical schools, plus a look at how colleges are shifting to meet today’s students’ changing needs.

Compiled by Christy Simo

Published: September 2018

Success in the West

Serving students and the region go hand-in-hand at the University of West Georgia

By Mary Ann DeMuth

Published: August 2018

Funding the Future

The Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Act is that rare bit of legislation that almost everyone can get behind

By Karen Kirkpatrick

Published: October 2018

Georgia Trend’s 2017 40 Under 40

For the 21st year, Georgia Trend honors the state’s best and brightest in business, government, politics, nonprofits, science, healthcare and education.

EDITED BY MARY ANN DeMUTH, KAREN KIRKPATRICK AND CHRISTY SIMO

Published: October 2017

Georgia Trend’s 2016 40 Under 40

Twenty years of the state’s best and brightest in business, government, nonprofits, science, healthcare and education, plus a look back at some of our previous nominees and where they are now.

EDITED BY KAREN KIRKPATRICK AND CHRISTY SIMO

Published: October 2016

On the Right Path

Through a network of trail systems, communities around the state are taking steps to create healthier environments and encourage economic development

By K. K. Snyder

Published: August 2016

The Energy Future Is Now

Renewable power sources are no longer fighting for a seat at the table. They are present and thriving, part of the mix that includes fossil fuels and nuclear energy.

Ben Young

Published: August 2015

Healing Failing Hearts

Treatment and education are improving the outlook for the common, costly and often misunderstood problem of heart failure.

By Mary Anne Dunkin

Published: February 2019

Treating Georgia’s Children

Pediatric hospitals ensure the state’s most vulnerable citizens don’t fall through the healthcare cracks. Followed by the listing of Georgia's 2018 Top Hospitals.

By Patty Rasmussen

Published: December 2018

WellStar at 25

How well do you know the state’s largest health system? Find out 10 surprising facts.

By Mary Anne Dunkin

Published: November 2018

Collaboration and Compassion

Navicent Health has become a catalyst for quality care in central and southern Georgia

By Mary Ann DeMuth

Published: September 2018

Fighting Cancer Before It Starts

Of all the maladies known to mankind, cancer remains the most dreaded diagnosis. Here’s what Georgia programs are doing to help reduce that risk.

By Mary Anne Dunkin

Published: June 2018

2019 Hall of Fame: Lasting Influence

The 2019 inductees into Georgia Trend’s Most Influential Hall of Fame.

By Patty Rasmussen and Mary Ann DeMuth

Published: January 2019

100 Most Influential Georgians of 2019: Propelling Positive Change

The 2019 roster of people making an impact on the lives and livelihoods of all Georgians.

Edited by Mary Ann DeMuth, Karen Kirkpatrick, Patty Rasmussen and Christy Simo

Published: January 2019

2019 Notable Georgians

Published: January 2019

Making Art Accessible and Relevant

A year into his job, Woodruff Arts Center’s Doug Shipman is making his mark on the arts community in Atlanta – and around the state.

By Susan Percy

Published: December 2018

The Business of Governing

Q&A: Mayor of Atlanta Keisha Lance Bottoms

Transition in the rearview mirror, the mayor says she is ready to address affordable housing and promote unity

By Susan Percy

Published: September 2018

Back In Time

Even today, there are areas on Georgia’s coast that allow visitors to slow down, unplug and unwind.

By Karen Kirkpatrick

Published: February 2019

Live, Work, Play Cities

It’s a mix of amenities that draws residents and visitors alike to nine cities across Georgia.

By Mary Ann DeMuth, Suzanne Northington and Haisten Willis

Published: February 2019

More than Fun and Games

It’s no surprise that Mercedes-Benz Stadium is bringing more visitors and dollars to Atlanta, but the real legacy may be the Westside revitalization efforts underway

By Susan Percy

Published: August 2018

Take It Easy

Georgia’s rivers, lakes and a swamp offer paddlers, fishing enthusiasts and swimmers beautiful spots for hours of leisure

By Karen Kirkpatrick

Published: June 2018

Georgia Trend’s 2017 40 Under 40

For the 21st year, Georgia Trend honors the state’s best and brightest in business, government, politics, nonprofits, science, healthcare and education.

EDITED BY MARY ANN DeMUTH, KAREN KIRKPATRICK AND CHRISTY SIMO

Published: October 2017