Agri-trailblazers

Businesses along six separate highways are joining forces to lure travelers to Georgia Grown foods and wine

By Mary Ann DeMuth

Published: May 2018

2018 Economic Yearbook: Laying the Groundwork

From the ports to railroads, highways and airports, Georgia’s infrastructure is one of the primary reasons the state is No. 1 for business.

Published: April 2018

Four for the Future

Success in communities across Georgia starts with leadership – and a plan

By Amy Bonesteel, Mary Ann DeMuth and Emma N. Hurt

Published: April 2018

2018 Industry Outlook

What’s ahead in more than 20 of the state’s top industries.

By Jeffrey M. Humphreys

Published: April 2018

GA GA LAND

Georgia’s film industry spurs big plans beyond production

By Kenna Simmons

Published: March 2018

Reimagining Travel

New possibilities are on the horizon for making Metro Atlanta easier to navigate

By Jennifer Hafer

Published: June 2018

County Commitment

From pets to solar panels, six counties across Georgia have implemented programs designed to make lives better

By Rebecca McCarthy, Suzanne Northington and Patty Rasmussen

Published: June 2018

Auto Evolution

Growth of manufacturers and suppliers in the state keeps the industry booming

By Jennifer Hafer

Published: May 2018

Welcoming Small Business

When it comes to startups and entrepreneurial ventures, credit unions are discovering a demand for business funding

By Ellen Berman

Published: May 2018

2018 Economic Yearbook: Laying the Groundwork

From the ports to railroads, highways and airports, Georgia’s infrastructure is one of the primary reasons the state is No. 1 for business.

Published: April 2018

Action-oriented MBAs

Georgia programs evolve to better serve the next generation

By Kenna Simmons

Published: May 2018

Not Your Daddy’s Vo-tech School

Georgia’s technical college system is preparing students for careers and making sure industry has a ready supply of employees. But keeping enrollment numbers up is a challenge.

By Susan Percy

Published: April 2018

Community Leader

Columbus State University values its place at the heart of the city’s business, education and cultural life

By Kenna Simmons

Published: March 2018

The Business of Giving

Corporate foundations have discovered that educating future employees and customers offers a great return on investment

By Randy Southerland

Published: December 2017

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 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

Growing Green

The state is making strides and receiving accolades for its environmental efforts but still faces challenges and untapped potential.

Mary Anne Dunkin

Published: August 2014

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

The Robots Are Here

And they’re delivering unprecedented precision to surgery and less pain and shorter recovery times to patients

By Mary Anne Dunkin

Published: April 2018

Young Hearts At Risk

Children across the state and the nation face a growing risk of premature heart disease. Here’s why and what Georgia medical systems are doing to help reverse the trend.

By Mary Anne Dunkin

Published: February 2018

Phoenix Rising

Grady Health System has overcome obstacles big and small to celebrate 125 years of treating Georgians

By Ellen Berman

Published: January 2018

Growing Older in Georgia

As more people seek to age in place, services and housing options for seniors are expanding

By Kenna Simmons

Published: January 2018

2018 Most Respected Business Leader: Doug Hertz

Combining Family, Business and Philanthropy: Good things happen when corporate success fuels civic involvement

By Susan Percy

Published: May 2018

Q&A with First Lady Sandra Deal: Once a Teacher, Always a Teacher

Sandra Deal's initiatives range from reading to children and advocating for good childcare to researching and writing a book about the Governor's Mansion.

By Susan Percy

Published: March 2018

2018 Georgia Trustees

Georgia’s highest honor goes to Delta’s Ed Bastian and Georgia Power’s Paul Bowers.

By Kenna Simmons and Susan Percy

Published: February 2018

2018 Legislative Guide

What’s on the agenda for Georgia’s General Assembly this year? Plus, a list of state officers, legislators and the U.S. congressional delegation.

Compiled by Christy Simo

Published: February 2018

2018 Georgian of the Year: Russell McMurry

Driving Toward Solutions

Whether it’s dealing with a catastrophic fire on a busy interstate or the day-to-day mobility problems of a growing state, Georgia’s DOT is ready.

By Susan Percy

Published: January 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

The Braves’ New World

The $1.2-billion SunTrust Park and The Battery Atlanta complex is a template for stadiums of the future.

By Susan Percy

Published: August 2017

Economic Homeruns

From Smyrna and Marietta to Emerson and Rome, cities are hitting it out of the park with new sports developments

By Jennifer Hafer

Published: May 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