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• Georgia Among States Leading in New Businesses

  July 22, 2024

  A new study has named the top ten states submitting the most business applications, and Georgia comes in at #4.

• Public Service Commission to Take Up Plan to Add New Fossil Fuels to Energy Mix

  July 22, 2024

  Georgia energy regulators already have approved a request by Georgia Power for a significant increase in electrical generating capacity to meet the needs of a growing state.

• Confidence Among Small and Midsize Business CEOs Dips in Q2 2024

  July 22, 2024

  Small and midsize business CEO confidence decreased slightly to 83.3 in Q2 2024, according to the latest CEO Confidence Index released by CEO coaching and peer advisory organization Vistage.

• A M King Transforms Coastal GA Spec Building into Advanced Food Processing Facility

  July 19, 2024

  Integrated Design-Build firm A M King has begun a large-scale renovation of a Savannah, GA-area facility for MANA Nutrition Inc. that will produce the non-profit’s signature Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food and Ready-to-Use Supplemental Food.

• Gov. Kemp Announces Details for $1.5B Transportation Infrastructure Investment

  July 19, 2024

  Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced new details for the historic $1.5 billion investment in transportation infrastructure around the state included in the Amended Fiscal Year 2024 budget.

• Summer Job Market Sees Influx of Graduates, Slight Rise in June Unemployment

  July 19, 2024

  Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson announced today that Georgia's June unemployment rate was 3.3, up one-tenth from a revised 3.2 percent in May. The unemployment rate was eight-tenths lower than the national unemployment rate.

• Georgia Southern University Launches Cutting-edge Center for Advanced Materials Science

  July 18, 2024

  Georgia Southern University is opening the Center for Advanced Materials Science (GS-CAMS), a cutting-edge research hub dedicated to pioneering advancements in material science that will engage both undergraduate and graduate students.

• Pooler Chamber of Commerce and Eat It & Like It Announce New Pooler Eats Partnership

  July 18, 2024

  The Greater Pooler Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Eat It & Like It is excited to introduce Pooler Eats, a new initiative celebrating the local food scene in Pooler and all it has to offer: from hidden gems to beloved eateries, to everything in between.

• How to Best Prioritize Limited Funds for Impactful Community Investments

  July 18, 2024

  While Georgia’s businesses have long been the backbone of strong communities, a new report by goBeyondProfit and Georgia CEO reveals meaningful shifts in community care and offers executives insight on how best to invest limited funds.

• Sterling Seacrest Pritchard Receives Recognition for Strong Growth in Insurance Industry

  July 17, 2024

  Sterling Seacrest Pritchard was recently recognized by Business Insurance as part of its annual list noting the “100 Largest Brokers of U.S. Businesses.”

• Report Highlights "Kemp Administration’s Extraordinary Successes in the Health Insurance World"

  July 17, 2024

  In case you missed it, a report recently released by the Georgia Public Policy Foundation examined the health insurance marketplace in Georgia since Governor Kemp took office.

• Nominees Sought For Leadership Southeast Georgia Class of 2025

  July 16, 2024

  Leadership Southeast Georgia announced that the nomination process for the Class of 2025 is now underway. The organization seeks nominations of civic, nonprofit, and business leaders across the 10-county Southeast Georgia region to participate in the 2025 class. Nominations will be accepted until Thursday, August 15, and the application deadline is Saturday, August 31.

• Deloitte: Back-to-School Spending Expected to Flatten Amid Financial Concerns

  July 16, 2024

  As families navigate the excitement of the back-to-school season, they're balancing between fulfilling what their children need and splurging on the novelties they want. The cost of school supplies has increased 24.5% over the past four years (per the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Consumer Price Index).

• Gulfstream Customer Support Completes Savannah Service Center Expansion

  July 15, 2024

  Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the official opening of its expanded Customer Support service center at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport. Savannah Service Center East has added more than 200 new jobs and significantly expands Gulfstream’s maintenance, repair and overhaul facility capabilities in the region.

• Georgia Chamber President & CEO Chris Clark Receives Prestigious GACCE Legacy Award

  July 15, 2024

  Georgia Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Chris Clark, CCE received the GACCE Legacy Award, the most prestigious prize awarded the Georgia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. Clark received the award on Thursday, July 11 at the GACCE Executive Leadership Conference held on St. Simons Island, Ga.

• 10 Georgia Destinations Ranked Among ‘World’s Best’ by Travel + Leisure

  July 12, 2024

  Islands, cities, and hotels across Georgia earned coveted spots in Travel + Leisure’s 2024 World’s Best Awards announced July 9th. Travel + Leisure is one of the world’s leading travel media brands, and its annual reader survey-based awards program is considered the travel industry’s most trusted rankings.

• Local Entrepreneurs Selected for Inaugural Class of Launch Savannah

  July 11, 2024

  The City of Savannah recently welcomed the inaugural class of Launch Savannah, a new business accelerator program offered by the Economic Development Department in partnership with The Creative Coast and the Small Business Assistance Corporation.

• Orkin Unveils New Uniforms Through Partnership with Savannah College of Art and Design

  July 11, 2024

  Orkin and SCADpro today announced their recent partnership resulting in the rollout of new Orkin uniforms for more than 10,000 employees.

• Georgia Council for the Arts Awards More Than $3.5M in Grant Funding to Support Arts Organizations

  July 11, 2024

  Georgia Council for the Arts, a strategic arm of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, today announced that more than $3.5 million in competitive grant funding will be distributed to recipients across the state through its Bridge, Project, and Arts Education Program grants.

• Georgia Chamber of Commerce Opens Nominations for the 2024 Rural Awards

  July 11, 2024

  The Georgia Chamber of Commerce hs announced the nominations process for the inaugural Georgia Chamber Rural Awards. These awards recognize the outstanding efforts of individuals, businesses, organizations, programs, and communities that have implemented innovative strategies and mission-based initiatives to address challenges and promote prosperity in Georgia’s rural areas.

• SBA & Microsoft to Host Future of "Entrepreneurship" Events in Macon & Savannah, July 17th & 18th

  July 10, 2024

  The U.S. Small Business Administration Georgia District Office and Microsoft are hosting a special workshop titled "The Future of Entrepreneurship: Scaling With AI & Cybersecurity" designed to help small business owners and entrepreneurs harness technology to grow, scale, and protect their small businesses.

• Leadership Georgia Announces 2024 Awards Recipients

  July 10, 2024

  The Leadership Georgia Board of Trustees is proud to announce the 2024 recipients of the organization’s most prestigious awards. These awards recognize Georgians who exemplify the principles of Leadership Georgia through their leadership and stewardship, benefiting local communities and the state.

• Telfair Museums Appoints David Brenneman as New Executive Director and CEO

  July 09, 2024

  Telfair Museums is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. David A. Brenneman as its new Director and CEO, effective September 1, 2024. Brenneman brings a wealth of experience in museum leadership and a deep commitment to cultural stewardship, positioning Telfair Museums for continued growth and community engagement.

• What Does Generosity Look Like in Business Operations?

  July 09, 2024

  In this year’s 2024 Business Generosity Report employed adults and executives told us that generosity is no longer a siloed charitable activity. Instead, Georgians are looking for it to permeate all aspect of a business. In fact, there are real business consequences for a lack of generosity in this space.

• Georgia Wins 66 Medals at SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference

  July 09, 2024

  The annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference took place in Atlanta, showcasing Georgia's exceptional talent in technical education. This year, Georgia continued to excel on the national stage, securing the sixth ranking in the country for total medals, with a grand total of 66.

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