The housing crisis in Georgia is significantly impacting low-income individuals and families who live in both urban and rural areas across our state. When Georgians struggle to find an affordable place to live, the likelihood of negative health outcomes increases.…
Georgia is home to a diverse business landscape, including startups, Fortune 500 organizations and big tech companies across a wide range of verticals like telecom, fintech, healthcare IT, cybersecurity and gaming. Thanks to the continuing growth…
In Atlanta’s fast growing and evolving landscape, “placemaking” isn’t just a buzzword. It’s a strategy for economic growth, community identity, and long-term vitality. Town Center Community, located in the heart of Cobb County, is proving that when you put purpose…
Air Force veteran Michael Trigger discovered…
Like any good startup, the copay-only Surest® health plan came from a group of innovators discontent with the status quo. These veteran insurance innovators asked…
The PGA TOUR drives positive impact at unprecedented levels to support the local communities in which it plays. Atlanta’s own TOUR Championship within the Metro-Atlanta area serves as an incredible example of how good community citizens can make a lasting…
Imagine this real-life crisis – a construction foreman, a pillar to his crew and family, sidelined by a severe workplace injury. Beyond whatever…
Syensqo doesn’t just imagine a cleaner, more efficient world; they build the materials that make it possible. …
In the world of business, building and maintaining strong relationships amongst employees, partners and clients is a major key for success. Over the last decade, the business community has trended toward using sports hospitality as a tool to cultivate meaningful…
Just in time for Child Abuse Prevention [CAP] Month in April, Prevent Child Abuse Georgia, the state leader in the primary prevention ecosystem is now…
In a city with a reputation for hosting the world’s greatest sporting events, the TOUR Championship continues to evolve its experience to stand in the upper echelon of Atlanta’s sports landscape. The dynamic onsite experience is curated to showcase the…
Half of the people working in the United States are seeking new job opportunities, resulting in a trillion…
How do you distinguish yourself from other candidates in today’s high demand, fast paced workforce? New research suggests understanding what employers value most may be the key to landing that coveted role. A recent survey of business leaders highlighted the…
Encouraging a healthier workforce has long been a priority for employers aiming to attract and retain top talent and spur productivity. To help achieve these goals, many employers are opting for a more modern approach to health benefits like the…
ABLE Kids founder and CEO Allan Soto and his team have a long-standing history helping…
Georgia is the home of fintech. More than 70% of all debit, credit and reward card payments are processed in Georgia’s ‘Transaction Alley.’ There is no better place than Atlanta to harness the power of innovation to shape a better…
Relationships have always been critical to the banking industry, even as technological innovation has made it possible to bank anytime, anywhere and often without interacting with another human. This is especially true in consumer finance, where institutions vie for clients…
In today's business environment, security isn't just an option—it's a necessity. When a Georgia-based professional landscaping company lost all their equipment in a property crime incident, police warned it could likely happen again. So, they installed an electric…
As the business landscape rapidly evolves, and organizations increasingly embrace non-traditional office settings, the phrase "deals are not done in the boardroom" is more relevant than ever. While traditional networking events and business meetings have their place, there is a…
For any teenager standing on the precipice of adulthood, taking the next steps toward independent living can be daunting. This is considerably more challenging for youth entering adulthood without the support of family. Left to navigate a complicated system alone,…
As a nationally recognized nonprofit health plan, CareSource understands the importance of oral health in fostering the whole health of an individual. Oral Health…
Staged in a city that is nothing short of championship caliber, the TOUR Championship has evolved its experience to stand in the upper echelon of sporting events while staying…
Catherine Budzynski has always enjoyed expanding her knowledge and skill set. As an ambitious leader who seeks out challenges, she saw getting her MBA as a great way…
Georgia has long been a destination for global business, with multinationals like Hyundai, KIA, Porsche, Nestle and Adidas maintaining significant presence in the state. According to the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), internationally owned companies invested more than $8…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 2,000 young people die from Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) each year – many without previously known heart issues. SCA occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating, and the condition can…
Hospitals are the heart of Georgia’s rural economy, and now more than ever, they need our support. Despite their importance to the communities they serve, rural hospitals currently face significant challenges that threaten their existence. Financial constraints, difficulties in recruiting…
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the state’s largest tech-focused industry association, will host the 2024 Georgia Technology Summit on March 28, Thursday, at the new Signia Hotel in downtown Atlanta. “The Georgia Technology Summit is the place where innovators…
In Georgia, agriculture is worth $83.6 billion to the $1.4 trillion economy. It’s been a dominant industry for nearly three centuries and is currently the…
"A stitch in time saves nine,” goes the old saying. For a company in Georgia, that adage became very real when damage to a key piece of machinery threatened its operation. The group stepping in to help was the Georgia…
At the recent Town Center State of the District, the Town Center CID and Kennesaw State University (KSU) shared how they are embracing their Town and Gown distinction to create a community that serves students, businesses and residents. Historically, the…
At Georgia Tech, scientists and engineers are studying a topic that has dominated headlines and internet searches of late: artificial intelligence. AI solutions have the power to become our silent partners in ways that could drastically improve our daily lives…
Patients in Atlanta can choose to receive primary care in their home or in one of seven senior primary care centers in Metro Atlanta. CenterWell Senior Primary Care Grove Park recently celebrated a grand opening Aug.…
It is back-to-school time for Georgia families, which means new schedules, school supplies, and the excitement of a new year. With the demands of a new school year, it can be easy to forget the importance of sports physicals for…
Unexpected side effects, busy schedules, a lack of transportation—there are a myriad of reasons why patients fail to adhere to medications. But oftentimes, these issues can be easily remedied—even just by finding ways to put medications in patients’ hands. It’s…
There are 1.5 million human trafficking victims in the United States, most of which are children, with the average age of victims ranging from 12 to 14 years old. Home to a complex interstate system and the busiest airport in…
A recent Kaiser Family Foundation poll found that 90% of adults believe there is a mental health crisis in the U.S., and more than half of those respondents identified mental health issues among children as the area of greatest concern.…
Mobility is defined as freedom of movement. When we talk about it in reference to a city’s infrastructure, we are talking about increasing accessibility within a physical community. In focusing on mobility, we create structure that encourages growth and connectivity…
Catherine Coleman has always enjoyed challenging herself. From middle school English teacher to supervisor of training and online learning systems at the Georgia Bureau of Investigation to…
I cannot state this with more urgency or conviction: Maternal care for Black women needs to be a health care priority in our state The statistics for maternal health for Black women in Georgia are shocking. Pregnant and postpartum Black…
Many adults dream of continuing their education, but some challenges come with going to school while juggling the responsibilities of adulthood. Student debt, working a full-time job,…
February is National Children's Dental Health Month, and an opportunity to continue to improve the Whole Health of Georgia’s Children one smile at a time. Diseases that impact oral health and the ability to smile, speak and chew include cavities,…
For many people, the American dream of home ownership represents a significant milestone in their lives. A March 2022 survey published by Bankrate.com, a leading financial services company, revealed that 74% of Americans ranked homeownership as the number one measure…
Unpredictable commute times and traffic congestion are issues the Transform 285/400 project seeks to address. By focusing on reconstruction and expansion, this project will create long-term infrastructure stability and ultimately improve the travel and safety of Perimeter commuters. Every development…
Dr. Peter Armstrong is one…
As leaders across the U.S. and the world call for increased renewable energy, some parts of the country grapple with the complexities of connecting new energy generation sources to existing high-voltage electric infrastructure. In Georgia, however, the outlook for increasing…
For Samantha Southerland, going back to school was going to require a lot of juggling. As a marketing and public relations manager and a mother of three girls, fitting a two-year master’s program into her already packed schedule was going…
DASANI is rolling out bottles made from 100% recycled PET plastic (excluding caps and labels), and Sprite is transitioning from green to clear plastic, increasing the material’s likelihood to be remade into new beverage bottles. A majority of DASANI bottles…
Over two decades Town Center CID has built a proud legacy of advancing projects that matter, leading strategically to help make Town Center Community a vibrant place to grow a business, raise a family, shop and work, earn a degree,…
This month, Georgia Trend's Perspectives Video Series is coming to you from Regions Bank - Private Wealth Management. In video four, the final Perspectives video in this series from Ty Smith, Regional Executive with Regions Private Wealth Management, focuses on…
