If Cobb County had a theme song, DJ Khaled’s “All I Do is Win” certainly comes to mind as a contender. New industry continues to choose Cobb, existing industry is expanding, tourism remains a key economic driver, and new residents…
Hancock County is rich in history, with hundreds of historic sites and structures, but many people, even lifelong Georgians, have passed right by without stopping to visit. But if Sparta Mayor Allen Haywood, Hancock County Commission Chair Helen “Sistie” Hudson,…
Agriculture has defined and dominated Southwest Georgia’s economic landscape for generations. Whether owning or working on farms or some other ag-adjacent industry, nearly everyone in the region has a financial connection to the land. And as an industry, agriculture remains…
If you are looking for a sign of the times for Bulloch County, you need look no further than the business card of Benjy Thompson, CEO of the Development Authority of Bulloch County. One side looks like a typical American…
Ask anyone about DeKalb County and you’ll hear tales of resilience, revitalization, business growth, infrastructure improvement and overall optimism for what’s to come. DeKalb CEO Michael…
You won’t find tall office towers crammed with workers in cubicles in Dalton or Whitfield County –…
Hall County is striking and liking a special balance, from big business and development to personal advancement and family fun. It’s as impactful as the burgeoning manufacturing sector and a multi-billion-dollar health system and as refreshing as the breeze coming…
North Fulton County is home to some of Georgia’s youngest cities, but business roots run deep there. The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce marked its golden anniversary in 2023, celebrating its 50th year with a gala and a series…
Gwinnett County has long been a destination for people and businesses. At various times it has been the fastest-growing county in America. In 2022, Gwinnett boasted 975,353 residents while also becoming the most diverse county in Metro Atlanta. All those…
Good things tend to happen when team members pull in the same direction. Bartow County, a northern Atlanta exurb 25 miles northwest of I-285, aka the Perimeter, is an example of how good. Bartow does well in economic development for…
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