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Already a booming tourist destination, Savannah and Chatham County have huge potential to become the second biggest location for entertainment production in Georgia. With the approval late last year of local incentives – added to the state incentives already on…
From her office brightly lit by the November morning sun, Statesboro Mayor Jan Moore can view her community’s past and its future. City Hall is located in the old Jaeckel Hotel, a building on the National Register of Historic Places…
Technology is thriving in Augusta-Richmond County, which is on a roll when it comes to attracting high-profile global companies. Unisys Corp. is the newest high-tech company making a mark in Augusta. This fall, it plans to move into its permanent,…
The old adage “a rising tide lifts all boats” could have been written specifically for Columbus, considering the city’s leadership role in the regionalism that has helped put the area back on the map. From new tourism attractions to innovative…
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Georgia Trend celebrates its 40th Anniversary in September of 2025. We caught up with influential leaders who have grown alongside the magazine and the state and asked them to contribute their thoughts on the magazine's influence. We appreciate their participation…
WOODSTOCK, GA – The Georgia FLEX (Foundational Leadership and Entrepreneurial Experience) program is a statewide initiative that empowers high school students to develop real-world entrepreneurial and leadership skills through hands-on learning and community engagement. The program debuted in the Cherokee…