Features
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Sterling Seacrest Pritchard Recognized as National Franchise Agency of the Year
May 03, 2024
Sterling Seacrest Pritchard was recently recognized by The Hanover Insurance Group as their National Franchise Agency of the Year.
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Students Win Klaus Startup Challenge, Dive into $5B Market with AI-driven Teaching Tool
May 03, 2024
A student startup company that uses generative artificial intelligence (AI) to teach individuals the latest programming languages has earned a potential seven-figure initial valuation.
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TCSG Announces 2024 Student of the Year and Instructor of the Year
May 03, 2024
The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) announced the state’s top technical college student and top instructor for 2024.
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Atlanta City Government Proposes Historic $2.75 Billion Budget
May 02, 2024
The City of Atlanta is proud to announce its proposed budget for the fiscal year 2025, set at a remarkable $2.75 billion. The budget allocates $853.8 million for the General Fund, $1.5 billion for Enterprise Funds and $352.5 million for Other Funds, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to fiscal planning.
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Event Offers Preview of AI Technology Before its Georgia Tour
May 02, 2024
Members of Georgia Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing (Georgia AIM) recently previewed custom technology that will tour the state later this year.
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Genuine Parts Company Announces CEO Leadership Transition
May 01, 2024
Genuine Parts Company announced that Paul Donahue will transition from chairman and CEO to executive chairman, effective June 3rd. At that time, William P. Stengel, II, currently president and COO, will succeed Mr. Donahue as president and CEO of GPC and will serve as a member of the board of directors
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Gauging the Gaps Between Atlanta and Rural Georgia
May 01, 2024
Charlie Hayslett, a former political reporter from the Atlanta Journal and a public relations, public affairs and communications management consultant, delivered a thought-provoking address to the GMA Board of Directors during its meeting in Perry on April 26.
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SouthState Announces Retirement of Doug Williams, Taps Green & Kamienski as Successors
April 30, 2024
SouthState Bank today announced the retirement of Doug Williams, president of the Atlanta Banking Group and head of Corporate Banking, effective Dec. 31st. Williams culminates his 44-year career with SouthState after spearheading the Atlantic Capital merger in 2022. He founded the Atlanta-based bank after 26 years with Wachovia.
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DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond To Deliver His Final State Of The County Address
April 30, 2024
The Council for Quality Growth, in partnership with DeKalb County Government and the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce, will host the 2024 State of DeKalb County Address on Thursday at the brand new Assembly Studios in Atlanta.
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Hartsfield-Jackson Sets New Standard in Aviation with First Modular Unit Installation
April 30, 2024
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport marked a historic milestone in aviation infrastructure April 24 with the placement of the first modular unit for the Concourse D Widening Project.
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Vogtle Unit 4 Enters Commercial Operation
April 29, 2024
Georgia Power declared today that Plant Vogtle Unit 4 has entered commercial operation and is now serving customers and the State of Georgia. The new unit, which can produce enough electricity to power an estimated 500,000 homes and businesses, will provide reliable, emissions-free energy to customers for at least 60 to 80 years.
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EY Announces Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 Southeast Award Finalists
April 29, 2024
Ernst & Young LLP today announced the finalists for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 Southeast Award. The Southeast program celebrates entrepreneurs from Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.
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goBeyondProfit CEO Interviews: Jeff Hilimire, Co-Founder and CEO of Purpose Group (Part 2)
April 26, 2024
Is purpose just a motivating tag line or can it be a playbook for industry-beating financial success? In part two of our conversation with Jeff Hilimire, Co-Founder and CEO of Purpose Group, we focused on how purpose drives exponential returns for business and people alike.
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Former Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin, Bruce Gunter and Chris Goode join PCCI Panel on Homelessness
April 26, 2024
On Tuesday, April 23, Project Community Connections, Inc. (PCCI) held its inaugural leadership gathering to discuss the past, present and future of homelessness in Atlanta. The event was an opportunity for leaders, advocates, and community members to come together and share insights and strategies to end homelessness in Atlanta and beyond.
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Ring Bear & Atlanta Braves' All-Star Austin Riley Partner to Launch Unique Line of Men's Wedding Rings
April 26, 2024
Modern men's wedding ring brand Ring Bear announces the launch of an exclusive line of rings in collaboration with Major League Baseball player, Austin Riley, All-Star third baseman for the Atlanta Braves.
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Sweetwater Brewing Unveils Modern Rebrand
April 26, 2024
SweetWater Brewing Company, the largest craft brewer in the Southeast and a subsidiary of Tilray Brands, Inc., announced a design refresh to make the Sweetwater brand more impactful, cohesive, and memorable to consumers. SweetWater’s updated portfolio of beers is available now across the Southeast and in select national markets
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Summer 2024 Travel Trends: Gen Z Spends, Europe Reigns
April 26, 2024
Despite the rising cost of travel, travelers are sparing no expense on their summer getaways, according to Squaremouth.com, the nation's leading travel insurance marketplace.
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Mayor Andre Dickens & Atlanta BeltLine Announce Earlier Construction and Completion Timeline
April 25, 2024
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens and Atlanta BeltLine, Inc.’s President & CEO Clyde Higgs announced today that construction will start earlier on the Southside Trail – Segments 2 and 3 and therefore be completed faster.
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Residents, Community Officials Celebrate Aya Tower in East Point Following $24M Redevelopment
April 25, 2024
Aya Tower residents in East Point, Georgia, as well as city officials, community members and business partners attended a grand opening event to celebrate a revitalized affordable housing development, an effort on which national affordable and supportive housing developer the Vecino Group, UnitedHealth Group, the National Affordable Housing Trust, and the East Point Housing Authority all partnered.
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Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark: 2024 Legislative Session Recap
April 25, 2024
It’s no secret that during an election season, polarizing debates and partisan politics can often overshadow the work being done on behalf of all Georgians. As we reflect on the last two years and the issues that have been most important for the business community, I’m proud of the bipartisanship, civility and integrity displayed by our state’s elected leaders to solve problems and deliver solutions that move our state forward.
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Morehouse College Announces President Joe Biden As Its 2024 Commencement Speaker
April 25, 2024
Morehouse College will welcome Joseph R. Biden, the 46th President of the United States of America, as its keynote speaker for the 140th Commencement Exercises on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 9 a.m. on the College's Century Campus.
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Coca-Cola & Microsoft Announce Five-year Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Cloud and Generative AI Initiatives
April 24, 2024
Microsoft Corp. and The Coca-Cola Company on Tuesday announced a five-year strategic partnership to align Coca-Cola's core technology strategy systemwide; enable the adoption of leading-edge technology; and foster innovation and productivity globally.
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CreatorSummit Arrives in Atlanta Saturday
April 24, 2024
CreatorSummit, a property of Ghost Gaming and produced by Skillshot Media, will debut this Saturday, April 27, 2024, as a day-long networking and professional development event celebrating content creation and the growing Creator Economy in Georgia.
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Atlanta Fire Rescue Foundation Awarded First Federal Grant of $500K to Renovate Historic Atlanta Fire Rescue Station 16
April 24, 2024
Atlanta Fire Rescue Foundation announces first federal funding award of $500,000 sponsored through the 5thCongressional District office of Congresswoman Nikema Williams to renovate Atlanta Fire Rescue Station 16.
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Georgia Ports CEO: We are Preparing for Growth
April 24, 2024
The Georgia Ports Authority hosted their 55th annual 2024 Georgia International Trade Conference. The event brings customers, business partners and industry leaders together to discuss the latest maritime and logistics industry developments and trends