Albany State University Generates $328 Million Economic Impact, Highest Percentage Increase in University System of Georgia
Albany State University generated an estimated $327,974,095 million in economic impact during Fiscal Year 2025, representing a 16.2% increase over the previous year and the highest percentage increase among institutions in the University System of Georgia, according to the latest USG economic impact report.
Fostering Success Act Spotlight: Walter & Leslie Kurtz
For Leslie and Walter Kurtz, the challenges facing youth who age out of Georgia’s foster care system aren’t abstract. They’re personal.
UCB Selects Georgia for New U.S. Biologics Manufacturing Facility; $5B Economic Impact & 330 Permanent Jobs
UCB announced that it has selected Gwinnett County, Georgia as the location for its new U.S. biologics manufacturing facility. The campus will be state-of-the art, using a digital-first approach by leveraging AI, robotics, and automation while being natural resources efficient.
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Albany Area Chamber of Commerce Star Business of the Week: Albany Air Conditioning & Heating
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GSW to Publicly Launch Rising Together, Shaping Futures Fundraising Campaign
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Second Cohort of Building Georgia Graduates, Ready for Careers in Transportation and Infrastructure
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New Survey Finds 56% of College Students Are Employed Full-Time
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53% of Organizations Struggle to Translate Business Context Into AI Despite Rising AI Investment
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Trio Sentenced in Possibly the Biggest Ponzi Scheme in Georgia History
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Georgia is Now on a Path to Allow Home Delivery of Medical Cannabis
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Secretary Raffensperger Launches Bipartisan Election Integrity Task Force
Recent Features
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New Georgia Chamber Foundation Guide Addresses Georgia’s Housing Needs
Today, the Georgia Chamber Foundation released its 2026 Keys to Housing: A Community Resource ...
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University System of Georgia Drives Record $25.1B Economic Impact
The University System of Georgia generated a record $25.1 billion for the state’s economy ...
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Leadership in Action: Leading Cities Forward
Leadership often reveals itself in moments of action—when leaders step forward to solve problems, ...
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All-Day Cravings, Answered: Chick-fil-A Debuts New Chicken & Waffles Sandwiches
This fall, Chick-fil-A is bringing fans a limited-time lineup that delivers classic flavors in ...
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Georgia Housing Market Shows Stability at Midyear
Georgia’s housing market remained steady through the first half of 2026, with new listings ...
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CEO Confidence Increased at Start of Q3
The Conference Board Measure of CEO Confidence in collaboration with The Business Council rose ...
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JD Clockadale of the Georgia Police Foundation, 3 Areas of Focus
President of the Georgia Police Foundation JD Clockadale discusses the foundation’s three primary areas of focus and their collaborative efforts with law enforcement officers throughout the state.
Phil Kent on the Upcoming Lobbyist Issue of JAMES Magazine
CEO & Publisher of JAMES Magazine Phil Kent talks about what readers can expect to learn in the upcoming September/October Lobbyist Issue of JAMES Magazine.
Kieran Kelly on His Intern Experience at AT&T Georgia
Kieran Kelly disucsses his experience with the AT&T External & Legislative Affairs Internship, highlighting how the program has deepened his understanding of AT&T’s pivotal role in Georgia’s overall success.
Now Is the Moment: Stephen Snyder on Connecting with GSW
Stephen Snyder shares why there’s never been a better time to invest in and connect with Georgia Southwestern State University—through giving, engagement, and experiences that strengthen students, alumni, and the future of the university.
Direct Connect
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Accounting - Draffin Tucker
Air Conditioning - Albany Air
Alarms/Security - Available
Architects - Available
Banking - Colony Bank
Business Breakfast - Available
Business Dinner - The Catch
Business Lunch - Harvest Moon
Catering - Stewbo's
Cleaning Services - Bishop Clean Care
Commercial Printing - Available
Construction - LRA Constructors, Inc.
Credit Union - Available
Cybersecurity - Southeast Regional Technology Group
Document Management - Secure Records Solutions
Education - Albany Technical College
Employee Benefits - Available
Energy Savings Consulting & Implementation - Triangle Energy Concepts
Engineering - Available
Financial Advisor - Available
Flooring - Katz Floorcovering an Abbey Design Center
Fulfillment - Available
Funeral Home - Available
Furniture - Available
Healthcare - Phoebe Putney
Healthcare Staffing - Available
Hotels - Merry Acres
HR/Benefits - Available
Information Technology - Southeast Regional Technology Group
Insurance - Georgia Farm Bureau
Landscape Management - Pro Outdoor LLC
Lawyer - Watson Spence
Leadership Development - Leadership Institute at Columbus State University
Manufacturing - Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership (GaMEP)
Marketing Services - MADlab
MBA Program - Available
Meeting and Event Services - Merry Acres
Office Furniture - Available
Pest Control - Available
Private Education - Deerfield-Windsor School
Propane - Modern Gas
Realtor - Available
Senior Care - Innovative Senior Solutions
Shredding Services - Secure Record Solutions
Signs - Available
Staffing Services - Available
Telecommunications - AT&T
Vacation Rental - Available
Welding & Industrial - Jones Welding