15 Jul 2018
Placemaking and Work in the New Economy
fyi – GA’s Energy Cities at Work
2nd Quarter, 2018
Jason Broadwater, consultant, author, and industry expert suggests there is a paradigm shift underway in how communities practice successful economic development. With innumberable nuances in this new way of thinking, among the most critical is a fresh view of the interplay between workers, workplace and placemaking.
05 Feb 2018
A Journey of Redevelopment in Acworth, GA
fyi – GA’s Energy Cities at Work
4th Quarter, 2017
The Romance of public parks, plaza, downtown living, places for recreation, entertainment and great dining – a truly livable, walkable city – is a redevelopment love story coming to life in the city of Acworth. “This is a journey that our community is on. It is already 15 years in the making,” explains Mayor Tommy Allegood.
21 Nov 2017
Minimizing Risks for Industrial Prospects
fyi – GA’s Energy Cities at Work
3rd Quarter, 2017
The economic development playing field is more competitive than ever. New corporate locations and expansions create jobs and expand and diversify the tax base. City councils, development authorities and utility leaders are finding ways to problem solve and eliminate risk for the prospect whom they hope will become a long-term partner. “The antidote to risk is alignment and readiness,” explains Janet Ady of Ady Advantage.
24 Jul 2017
What can you do to attract Foreign Direct Investment?
fyi – GA’s Energy Cities at Work
2nd Quarter, 2017
While Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is drawn to the American economy for its open markets and investment friendly climates, Georgia communities who want to attract those investors must reduce the risks for prospects and offer an alternative to some of their “at-home” issues of rising energy costs and wage rates, speed-to-market issues, and stiff regulatory environments.
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31 Dec 2016
Georgia named fourth year in a row, Top Business Climate from Site Selection Magazine.
fyi – GA’s Energy Cities at Work
4th Quarter, 2016
In this issue, Georgia’s newest Commissioner of Economic Development details the win, “In economic development, we are successful only as a team. Not only is this ranking a testament to Governor Nathan Deal’s leadership, but it is because of the commitment from our economic development partners like ECG, our elected officials, communities and Georgia citizens. The four-year designation is indicative of the high-level of professionalism and know-how we see in local economic developers. We are extremely grateful for that partnership.”
