30 May 2018
Solar cell manufacturer to create more than 500 jobs in Whitfield County
Gov. Nathan Deal announced that Hanwha Q Cells Korea, a leader in the global solar industry, will create more than 500 jobs and invest $150 million in a new solar module manufacturing faciltiy in Dalton, GA.
08 May 2018
What are attendees saying about the ECG ED Summit?
At the 2018 ECG Economic Development Summit we asked attendees, “What does the Summit mean to you?” Each year we present an array of topics including best practices and new and innovative ideas to support our members economic development efforts.
27 Apr 2018
Enjoying the 2018 ECG Economic Development Summit
This year’s ED Summit provided many opportunities for our attendees to hear from leading experts, meet colleagues and build lasting relationships. This was our 15th Economic Development Summit and one of the best. We appreciate our sponsors, our attendees and our staff working together each year to continue to bring valuable information to our membership. We look forward to next year and continued growth throughout our member communities and the state of Georgia.
18 Apr 2018
2018 ECG Economic Development Summit
The 2018 ECG Econoomic Development Summit is a wrap. Another ECG event bringing together elected officials, city leadership, statewide agencies and local and statewide economic developers to hear from local experts and respected professionals with ideas and best practices to advance the economic development efforts of our member communities.
12 Apr 2018
Taurus USA to create 300 jobs in Bainbridge, GA
From the Office of the Governor of Georgia – Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Taurus USA, a leading firearms manufacturer, will create 300 jobs and invest more than $22.5 million in infrastructure and operations to establish a firearms manufacturing plant in Bainbridge.
‘Georgia’s strong manufacturing sector and business-friendly climate continue to attract industry-leading manufacturers like Taurus USA to our state,’ said Deal. ‘With this investment, Taurus USA is highlighting some of the economic development assets available in the Bainbridge area, while also creating meaningful employment opportunities for the community. We welcome Taurus USA to Georgia, and we look forward to seeing how our highly skilled workforce will help the company grow and maintain its competitive edge.’