February 2013

Georgia’s New Trustees

Construction industry entrepreneur Herman Russell and Chick-fil-A founder Truett Cathy are 2013 recipients of the state’s highest honor.

Susan Percy

Published: February 2013

Big Dreams, Big Achievements

Herman Russell is an entrepreneur and philanthropist who has made an indelible mark on Atlanta and its skyline

Susan Percy

Published: February 2013

Simple Beginnings, Huge Successes

Fast-food pioneer and philanthropist Truett Cathy adheres to the Golden Rule

Ed Lightsey

Published: February 2013

The Essential Economy

A Georgia-based group is redefining the immigration labor issue.

Jerry Grillo

Published: February 2013

Healing Hearts

New surgical techniques mean less trauma, less pain and often better results than conventional surgery

Mary Anne Dunkin

Published: February 2013

Newton County: New Spirit

Manufacturing and entertainment

Karen Rosen

Published: February 2013

Hart County: Fighting Back

Diversification and expansion

Randy Southerland

Published: February 2013

Economic Development: February 2013

Christy Simo writes about economic development, including more tech jobs in Alpharetta, the Porsche complex near Atlanta’s airport and a mixed-use project in Conyers.

Christy Simo

Published: February 2013

Organizations: Park Pride

Candice Dyer puts the spotlight on nonprofit Park Pride, which works with “Friends” groups to support public parks.

Candice Dyer

Published: February 2013

Political Notes: February 2013

A few fiscal Cliff Notes, more special elections to fill General Assembly seats and Royal takes over as chair of the Jekyll Island Authority Board.

Georgia Trend Staff

Published: February 2013

Neely Young: Not The Whole Hymn

The late Eugene Patterson, founder of Georgia Trend, won a Pulitzer Prize for his writing on Civil Rights.

Neely Young

Published: February 2013

Business Casual: Heroes Then And Now

Paschal’s Restaurant, which Herman Russell revived at a new location, serves good Southern cooking with a generous side of Atlanta history.

Susan Percy

Published: February 2013

Georgia View: To Fee Or Not To Fee

The hospital “fee” is not to be confused with a tax, as those are apparently only created, raised or levied during Democratic administrations.

Bill Crane

Published: February 2013

Economy: February 2013

The private sector has done most of the restructuring that was needed, so the economy is broadening.

Jeffrey Humphreys

Published: February 2013

Sustainable Georgia: Keeping Communities Alive

Georgia is a business-friendly state, and our economy depends on our ability to fill the jobs that are created.

Ben Young

Published: February 2013

Art Of The Meal: The Pinewood

The Pinewood in Decatur offers delicious, inventive cocktails like the Brooklyn, the house take on a classic Manhattan, and a good variety of snacks and small bites.

Krista Reese

Published: February 2013

Power Players: Betting On Education

Georgia Lottery Corporation President and CEO Debbie Alford says an educated citizenry is essential to Georgia’s long-term global competitive position.

Patty Rasmussen

Published: February 2013