26 Jun 2017
Lidl to create 250 jobs in Bartow County
Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Lidl, one of the world’s largest retailers, will create 250 jobs and invest $100 million over the next five years in a new regional headquarters and distribution center in Cartersville.
“Lidl’s commitment to locate in Georgia speaks to our business-friendly climate and robust workforce,” said Deal. “Georgia is a gateway to the Southeastern market and beyond, providing innovative retail leaders such as Lidl the logistics infrastructure needed to support a growing customer base. We value Lidl’s investment and share in the company’s vision for future growth.”
09 May 2017
Elixir Extrusions expanding in Douglas, GA
May 5, 2017 – Elixir Extrusions LLC is expanding its operations in Douglas-Coffee County, GA. The expansion brings 100 new jobs and $8 million in investment to the area. The manufacturer of custom aluminum extrusions and fabricated parts will build a new 70,000 square-foot facility to accommodate the integration of automated anodizing equipment. The new production line will create one of the largest of its kind in the U.S.
26 Apr 2017
Georgia’s winning streak with automotive suppliers continues.
Georgia has effectively used its centralized location among Southeastern automotive OEMs to recruit a wide-array of small to mid-sized part suppliers. From BMW to the east, Volkswagen to the north, and Mercedes-Benz, Hyundai, and Kia to the west, these European and Asian suppliers represent a significant amount of the new manufacturing base being built in our state.
21 Apr 2017
2017 ECG | MEAG Power Economic Development Bus Tour
August 29-30, 2017 the Economic Development Bus Tour traveled through west Georgia visiting eight ECG communities. We will visit College Park, East Point, Fairburn, Grantville, Hogansville, LaGrange, Newnan and West Point.
Bus tours are provided each year to highlight our communities and available properties. Representatives from ECG, MEAG Power, State of Georgia Economic Development, Department of Community Affairs, Georgia Municipal Association and others participate in the tour to become more familiar with the community and its individual qualities. The tour offers each community a great opportunity to showcase its many attributes and pro-economic development atmosphere.
14 Apr 2017
2017 ECG Economic Development Summit
Each year the ECG Economic Development Summit offers the opportunity to discuss and learn from experts regarding economic development strategies and tactics. The 2017 Summit brought together elected officials, city leadership, statewide agencies and local economic developers to hear from leading site selection consultants, local experts and respected professionals.
We would like to thank our 2017 Sponsors, their support and participation allows us to continue bringing new and innovative information to our communities throughout Georgia.