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• Albany Area Chamber to Host Inaugural Chamber Clay Classic at Wynfield on October 17th

  September 13, 2024

  The Albany Area Chamber of Commerce will host its inaugural Chamber Clay Classic on October 17, providing a unique opportunity for community leaders, business professionals and outdoor enthusiasts to come together for a day of competitive sport, networking and fun

• Unlocking the Power of Employee Assistance Programs

  September 13, 2024

  Nearly two-out-of-three Americans are uncomfortable with the level of emergency savings in their bank accounts according to a recent report, with 27% of adults not having any emergency savings at all.

• Gov. Kemp Hosts Roundtable on Healthcare Civil Litigation Issues

  September 13, 2024

  Joined by other state leaders, Governor Brian P. Kemp hosted leaders from Georgia's healthcare industry today for a roundtable discussion on civil litigation policies impacting the state's healthcare providers and affordability for hardworking Georgians.

• Congressman Bishop Announces Nearly $4M For Albany State university to Support Research & Promote Stem Education

  September 12, 2024

  Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr., (GA-02) is pleased to announce that, last month, Albany State University has received three National Science Foundation awards totaling $3,763,838.

• 2024's Georgia Grown Conference Highlights Networking & Collaboration Among Georgia's Ag Community

  September 12, 2024

  On August 28-29, 2024, the Georgia Grown program held the "Growing Together: A Georgia Grown Conference" at the Columbus Convention Center. The event brought together Georgia Grown members from across the state.

• Dougherty County Board of Commissioners Announces Appointment of Deron King as New County Administrator

  September 11, 2024

  The Dougherty County Board of Commissioners is pleased to announce that Deron King has accepted the offer to become the next County Administrator of Dougherty County, Georgia. The decision came after a 4-2 vote, with one abstention, during the Board’s Regular Meeting.

• Consultants Rank the “Top States for Doing Business” — Georgia Ranks #1

  September 11, 2024

  Area Development, the leading site selection and facility planning publication, announces the results of its 2024 Top States for Doing Business survey of location consultants. Georgia retains the #1 spot overall, dominating several key categories, including business incentives programs, logistics and infrastructure, and workforce training programs.

• Georgia Downtown Association Wraps Up a Dynamic 2024 Conference

  September 10, 2024

  The 2024 Georgia Downtown Conference, held in the charming city of Thomasville, brought together downtown development leaders and enthusiasts from across the state. This year’s conference resulted in an engaging, insightful conference concluding with an awards ceremony.

• GMSDC Announces the 2024 Spirit of Alliance Award Winners

  September 10, 2024

  The Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council hosted the 42nd Spirit of Alliance Awards on August 28th at the World Headquarters of The Coca-Cola Company in midtown Atlanta. The event celebrates the corporations, Minority Business Enterprise firms and supplier diversity professionals that are setting the standard for minority small business development in Georgia.

• How is the Economic Impact of the Childcare & Maternal Health Crisis in Georgia Affecting Your Business?

  September 06, 2024

  By investing in expanded maternal health services and childcare support, Georgia companies can not only improve employee well-being but also boost their bottom line.

• Dust Off Those boots for the Inaugural ‘Hush Puppies & Politics’ Regional Fish Fry

  September 05, 2024

  The Albany Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Lee County Chamber of Commerce, the Sylvester-Worth County Chamber of Commerce and the Terrell County Chamber of Commerce, will host the inaugural “Hush Puppies & Politics” regional fish fry on September 11th to foster meaningful connections between the business community and elected officials.

• The Arc of Southwest Georgia Welcomes Byrd Sullivan as The New Executive Director

  September 04, 2024

  The Arc of Southwest Georgia Board of Directors has named Byrd Sullivan as The Arc of Southwest Georgia’s new Executive Director effective as of July 29th. Sullivan comes to The Arc of Southwest Georgia most recently from Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital as their Quality Improvement Specialist, but he has a long history in healthcare including experience in home health care, medical sales, and pharmacy management.

• Hyundai Reveals First Look at the Hyundai IONIQ 5, First Vehicle to Be Produced at Metaplant Site

  September 04, 2024

  Hyundai announced the release of the refreshed 2025 IONIQ 5, including a rugged new IONIQ 5 XRT variant, ideal for venturing further off the beaten path. The IONIQ 5 will be the first model range manufactured at the brand-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America facility in Georgia.

• Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Arthur M. Blank Hospital to Open September 29th

  September 04, 2024

  Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is announcing it will undertake a significant logistical feat on Sunday, September 29 – moving all patients from Egleston Hospital to the new Arthur M. Blank Hospital in a single day. Arthur M. Blank Hospital is a 19-story, 2-million-square-foot facility with 446 beds; that’s 116 more beds than the current number at Egleston Hospital.

• Albany State University Contributes $266M to Southwest Georgia’s Economy

  August 30, 2024

  Albany State University continues to prove its significance as part of the economic engine in Albany, GA, and the surrounding Southwest region, as highlighted in the University System of Georgia's annual Economic Impact Study.

• Georgia Historical Society Names Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia Newest Honoree in Georgia Business History Initiative

  August 30, 2024

  On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, the Georgia Historical Society unveiled a new historical marker in Columbus as part of the Georgia Business History Initiative. Dedicated in partnership with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, the marker shares the history of Anthem’s Georgia Plan and its significance to Georgia’s economic history.

• Albany Business Oxe Marine Receives Significant Engine Contract From US Boat Builder

  August 29, 2024

  OXE Marine Inc, a wholly owned subsidiary of OXE Marine AB with a manufacturing location in Albany, Georgia, has received a large contract order from an US boat builder to supply engines from their US assembly facility.

• Georgia Executives Brace for Political Storm: How to Protect Workplace Culture

  August 29, 2024

  A new report by goBeyondProfit reveals a staggering 56% of executives and 45% of employees fear that politics will disrupt their company culture this year. As the political landscape in Georgia continues to heat up, so too does the potential for workplace disruption.

• Georgia Job Creation & Momentum Remains Strong

  August 29, 2024

  Governor Brian Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, today announced another year of sustained momentum for business recruitment and expansions in Fiscal Year 2024. GDEcD’s Global Commerce team supported 429 facility expansions and new locations resulting in more than $20.3 billion in investment and the commitment of 26,900 new, private sector jobs statewide.

• Phoebe and Albany Technical College Celebrate Opening of Living & Learning Community

  August 28, 2024

  Phoebe’s innovative partnership with Albany Technical College to combat the nursing shortage and increase the number of healthcare professionals in southwest Georgia is now open. Hundreds of Phoebe and ATC leaders, elected officials, students, and community members attended a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Phoebe Living & Learning Community Tuesday evening.

• MacKenzie Scott Gives $10 Million to Georgia Nonprofit ACE | Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs

  August 27, 2024

  A $10 million gift from billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott to ACE | Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs will have a dramatic impact on the nonprofit’s work to fuel the growth of Georgia businesses around the state, said Grace Fricks, ACE founder and CEO.

• Meet Ashanti: Forging a Future in Welding

  August 27, 2024

  We are proud to introduce Ashanti, a driven second-semester student at South Georgia Technical College, where she is pursuing a career in welding. Her story exemplifies strength, determination, and the transformative power of support.

• Technical College System of Georgia Achieves 9.3% Enrollment Growth

  August 27, 2024

  The Technical College System of Georgia announces a 9.3% increase in enrollment for the Academic Year 2024, bringing total enrollment to 148,746 students across the system. This is the highest number of students enrolled at TCSG since 2013.

• Chik-Fil-A College Football Hall of Fame Puts Fans Directly into the Game with Its New AI Experience

  August 26, 2024

  Set, Hike! The College Football Hall of Fame is setting a new industry milestone with its new GAME ON! AI Experience. This deeply engaging, personalized storytelling experience inserts fans into the rich history of college football.

• Business Generosity Yields Financial Rewards

  August 23, 2024

  Recent data tells us that 92% of executives plan to maintain or increase their current investments in generosity. 60% of executives plan to increase giving to employees, 46% to communities, and 45% in the way they operate their business. This is a significant jump from 2023, where only 33% planned to increase generosity investments.

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