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Thirty-one Georgia Companies Receive 2020 GLOBE Awards, Four Recognized as Exporters of the Year
December 04, 2020
The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) today announced its International Trade division’s 2020 GLOBE Award recipients. This state-led awards program highlights Georgia companies that entered new international markets in the previous year. During calendar year 2019, GLOBE winners from 17 counties across Georgia collectively entered 75 new international markets.
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Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex: a Culture of Success
December 03, 2020
The 561st Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, F-15 Systems Program Office and 402nd Software Engineering Group are teaming together to develop a test program that will reduce program depot maintenance time with the F-15 aircraft.
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Georgia’s Banks Post Gains in Loans, Deposits, Assets
December 03, 2020
Loan and deposit balances continued to grow at the 155 FDIC-insured banks based Georgia in during the third quarter, with totals for those banks through Sept. 30 up 15% and 20%, respectively.
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How TSA Lines are Speeding Up at Delta’s Largest Hub Thanks to Industry-leading Security Scanners
December 03, 2020
Just in time for holiday travel, Delta, Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport and the Transportation Security Administration are speeding up security lines for faster, hassle-free domestic travel from Atlanta.
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Georgia Chamber Announces an All-Virtual 2021 Eggs & Issues Breakfast
December 02, 2020
The Georgia Chamber announces that it will host its annual marquee event, the Eggs and Issues Breakfast, as an all-virtual program on January 13th, 2021.
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Georgia Economic Outlook for 2021 Set for December 3rd
December 01, 2020
Economic forecasters from the University of Georgia and the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta will provide essential insights for these uncertain times at this year’s Georgia Economic Outlook. For the first time in the program’s 38-year history, the event will be hosted virtually and streamed on YouTube.
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Anthem Survey: 96% of Employers Actively or Considering Integrating Their Healthcare Benefits
December 01, 2020
A recent study by Anthem shows a trend over the last several years is here to stay as the majority of employers are integrating healthcare benefits to create a more efficient, effective and affordable benefits package for their employees.
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GAgives on Giving Tuesday December 1st
November 30, 2020
GAgives on GivingTuesday, Georgia’s biggest giving campaign, is coming up quickly: This year’s campaign culminates on December 1, GivingTuesday, as part of the worldwide celebration that takes place each year on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving.
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Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce Presents Virtual 2020 Chamber Award Winners
November 20, 2020
The Greater Macon Chamber presented a free virtual celebration honoring the community leaders and heroes who have triumphed over adversity in this challenging year. Members and citizens joined the event from living rooms and homes for the celebration recorded at the historic Capricorn Sound Studios with support from generous sponsors, deserving winners and surprise musical guests.
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Georgia’s Unemployment Rate Drastically Drops in October
November 20, 2020
The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) announced that Georgia’s unemployment rate for October decreased by 1.8 percentage points to reach 4.5 percent.
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Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark: Changing for a More Inclusive Future
November 20, 2020
This year has been nothing short of unequaled in our lifetime. From a global pandemic wreaking havoc on our lives and livelihoods to the social and racial injustices that we watched unfold on our televisions and in our backyards around America, 2020 has truly offered much hindsight from which to learn.
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AT&T Makes $150,000 Contribution to Construction Ready Program
November 20, 2020
AT&T has contributed $150,000 to the Construction Education Foundation of Georgia (CEFGA) to support CEFGA’s “Construction Ready” program. The contribution will allow the program to expand its presence in metro Atlanta, to provide additional training and create career paths and economic empowerment opportunities for Atlantans in construction and the skilled trades.
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Carvana Debuts Flagship Car Vending Machine in Atlanta
November 19, 2020
Carvana , a leading e-commerce platform for buying and selling used cars, opened its flagship Car Vending Machine in Atlanta, the same city Carvana sold its first car in just seven years ago. Atlanta is now home to the tallest Car Vending Machine in the U.S., standing a remarkable 12 stories high with a 43-vehicle capacity.
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U.S. Economic Health Heavily Dependent on COVID-19 Path
November 19, 2020
The response by consumers and policymakers to rising COVID-19 case counts is likely to determine whether currently projected improvements to U.S. economic growth materialize, according to the latest commentary from the Fannie Mae Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group.
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Governor Kemp Announces $55 Million Investment for Houston County
November 18, 2020
Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that Silicon Ranch Corporation will invest approximately $55,000,000 in a new 68 megawatt solar project in Houston County, Georgia. In partnership with Green Power EMC, Silicon Ranch will provide the solar energy it generates to serve more than thirty Electric Membership Corporations (EMCs) throughout the state.
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GEDA Recognizes Top Deals of the Year and Outstanding Individuals at Luncheon
November 18, 2020
At its Annual Awards luncheon on Monday, the Georgia Economic Developers Association (GEDA) recognized top deals of the year an excellence by individuals. Awards included the Deals of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Rip Wiley Award for Professional Excellence, Honorary Life Member selections and Committee Chair of the Year.
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Macon Startup Week Announces Daymond John, Dr. Eric Thomas, David Cumming as Keynotes
November 17, 2020
Macon Startup Week is excited to announce Daymond John as the third keynote speaker for this year’s virtual, 4-day event to be held December 1st-4th.
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Georgia 4-H Youth Upcycle Trash into Practical, Useful Objects
November 17, 2020
Georgia 4-H students rose to the occasion during the 4-H Upcycle Challenge, which encouraged youth to reuse — or upcycle — materials that normally would have been discarded or recycled to create functional items.
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Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark: The Future of Georgia Transportation
November 16, 2020
As the Georgia economy continues its recovery, we are seeing the return of the strength and importance of logistics and transportation. Moving manufactured goods, agriculture products and employees around town and around the world requires a visionary outlook.
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Warp Speed Chief Visits Emory, Urges Participation in COVID Vaccine Trials
November 16, 2020
Operation Warp Speed's Chief Science Advisor visited Emory University and urged Americans to continue enrolling in ongoing COVID-19 vaccine trials.
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Moonhanger Group to Preserve another Macon Landmark
November 13, 2020
Historic Grant’s Lounge, often called the birthplace of Southern Rock, will re-open next year with new management. Moonhanger Group has partnered with Ed Grant and Cheryl Grant Louder to assume control of operations at the historic venue on Poplar Street.
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Georgia Shatters Previous Record, Earns Top Business Ranking for Eighth Consecutive Year
November 13, 2020
As the world’s greatest golfers teed off today at the Masters Tournament in Augusta to compete for the prized Green Jacket, Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that the State of Georgia has shattered its own record by being named No. 1 for business climate for the eighth consecutive year by Site Selection magazine.
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UGA Study: Each College Graduate Adds $2M to Georgia’s GDP
November 13, 2020
Georgians have long viewed higher education as the fastest path to a brighter future, but new research shows how college graduates also fuel the state’s economic engine.
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Macon Startup Week Announces 2020 Schedule, Invites Entrepreneurs to Attend
November 12, 2020
Macon Startup Week is proud to announce the schedule for our free, virtual, 4-day celebration dedicated to building momentum and opportunities for local entrepreneurs in all stages of business development.
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University System of Georgia Enrollment Increases to Record High
November 12, 2020
University System of Georgia (USG) enrollment has reached an all-time high of 341,485 students, according to USG’s Fall 2020 Semester Enrollment Report. The record enrollment represents a 2.4% (7,978 students) increase over Fall 2019, extending USG’s growth trend to seven consecutive years.