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…
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…
What would it take to make your dream job a reality? If you’re seeking a career as a CPA or wish to join the accounting department of a thriving company, you’ll need the proper training. To help you achieve your…
Remember the excitement of going to your hometown’s first movie theatre or seeing your first live performance on a stage? Or maybe you were a performer in one of the many high school theatres in the state. Either way, you’ve…
In this month's Perspectives video series we are sharing the benefits of establishing or moving a business to Peachtree Corners, Georgia, where you’ll learn about how the pro-business City supports a thriving economic community and about why it's, which is…
Our Perspectives series this month features Dr. Kyle Marrero, President of Georgia Southern University. With more than 27,000 students on three campuses, Georgia Southern has a focus on graduating students ready to power, serve, and transform their communities, the region, and beyond.…
The largest employee-owned grocery chain in the United States, Publix employs 225,000 workers and has a proud 90-year history serving communities in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee, now with over 1200 locations. Publix has recently…
Construction is booming, and with significant investment in infrastructure by the state and federal governments on the way, that “boom” is about to explode. The impact on our economy could be tremendous, but so will the impact on our environment.…
Brunswick GA is growing, and people are excited about the change. With the institution of the Federal Opportunity Zone and other incentives, the city of 16k people has seen a reduction of blight in certain areas with $70 million in…
Background & History Founded in 1978, The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) has spent over four decades preparing talented students to succeed in creative professions such as animation, architecture, graphic design, and film and television. SCAD has shown…
Agriculture is Georgia’s oldest and largest industry, with one in seven Georgians working in forestry, agriculture or related fields, according to the Georgia Farm Bureau. This crucial industry depends on consistent, reliable energy from the state’s electric membership cooperatives (EMCs)…
Over the past 15 years, evaluating Environmental, Social, and Governance — or ESG — criteria has gradually evolved from being a niche activity to becoming a major trend for the entire financial industry. The growing regulation in the space combined…
The Small Business Development Center, a Public Service and Outreach Extension of The University of Georgia, is funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center is nationally accredited by the…
Imagine an MBA program designed specifically for business students who already have some real work experience under their belts—a place where skilled faculty teach not only business-critical skills, but also build character with courses on ethics, honesty, integrity, and professionalism.…
We all have somewhere to be, and we all want to be there now. But our go-go-go world crosses right through Georgia’s schools, resulting in a dangerous problem for students and school personnel. It’s not uncommon for speeders to be…
Ultimate Medical Academy shares why harnessing technology is critical to increasing educational and career access for adult learners. Technology is a true wonder – allowing us to communicate with each other from across the country, to send documents at the…
Muddy boots, mental toughness, and a passion for building opportunities have laid the foundation for three generations of Georgia-grown leaders as they have built Carroll Daniel Construction through 75 years of business. Founded in 1946 in Gainesville, Ga., Carroll…
As the sun rises, you grab your first cup of coffee of the day, and walk out on your back deck and watch the activities of the farm personnel preparing your farm for another group of corporate guests from Atlanta…
As communities across Georgia are faced with many uncertainties during the COVID-19 pandemic, an organization that maintains the state’s electric grid is working to ensure power remains reliable and affordable during this time. A not-for-profit cooperative owned by 38 Electric…
Imagine battling cancer not once, but twice. It’s a daunting prospect for anyone, but that was the situation facing Fernandina Beach, Florida resident, Phil Whitaker. In 2016, Whitaker was diagnosed with prostate cancer. He sought treatment from board-certified radiation oncologist…
To that end, the University of Georgia School of Law offers a Master in the Study of Law – a 30-credit hour program that offers world-class legal education for non-lawyers, with classes in both Athens and Atlanta. Participants in the…
Cardiovascular (heart) disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States—accounting for 40 percent of all deaths. While you may be familiar with…
In October, Gas South was named the inaugural winner of the goBeyondProfit Champion Award. This honor is given to companies who exhibit exemplary efforts to benefit their community and company by cultivating company culture, deploying company resources and focusing on…
