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.
29 Mar 2017
Protein Plus expanding in Fitzgerald, Georgia
March 29, 2017 – Protein Plus is adding a new production facility and over the next few years, 30 new jobs. Jason Dunn, Executive Director with Fitzgerald-Ben Hill County Development Authority said, “The Protein Plus expansion is further proof that Fitzgerald and Ben Hill County is a place where value added agricultural products can be produced competitively. What better news can a community have than hearing one of their local industries is expanding? We are excited to see what the future holds for them as they grow their product line and employment.”
20 Mar 2017
Farmax Merchandise coming to Cordele-Crisp County, Georgia
March 20, 2017 – ECG’s Office of Economic & Community Development is thrilled to announce Farmax Merchandise will bring more than 20 new jobs and invest $5 million in Cordele-Crisp County. Farmax, a China-based peanut production and exporting enterprise, is opening a new peanut oil processing facility. The company serves customers in the U.S., EU, Canada, Southeast Asia, Russia, the Middle East, Australia and New Zealand.
“Cordele and Crisp County are excited to welcome Farmax as the community’s first China-based manufacturer,” said Zack Wade, chairman of the Crisp County-Cordele Industrial Development Authority. “The company will be a great fit for our community because it will consume large amounts of peanuts—one of our most abundant local cash crops.”
10 Mar 2017
Public Power showcased in Area Development Magazine
A great article recently featured public power and its role in economic development, and the power of partnerships. The article interviews Daryl Ingram, ECG’s Sr. Vice-President of External Affairs & Economic Development as well as leaders in Austin, Texas; Sacramento, California; Greenville, North Carolina; Independence Missouri; Anderson, Indiana and Orlando, Florida. Ingram says, “Quality of life attracts new residents, and that, in turn, attracts new employers. If you’ve got the right kind of people, companies are going to find you.”
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09 Mar 2017
Aviagen to Invest $18 million in Brooks County, Georgia
March 9, 2017 – ECG’s Office of Economic & Community Development is proud to announce Aviagen Broiler Breeders’ location in Quitman-Brooks County creating 100 jobs and investing $18 million. Aviagen supplies day-old grandparent and parent stock chicks to customers in 130 countries worldwide under the Arbor Acres®, Indian River®, and Ross® brand names. These brands are among the most recognized and respected names in the poultry industry and each has a proven record of success in addition to a large and loyal global customer base.
Governor Nathan Deal said, “The poultry industry has been one of Georgia’s top economic drivers for decades and Aviagen’s decision to expand here is a testament to our competitive economic environment today. With this new hatchery in Brooks County, Aviagen will reap the benefits of Georgia’s strategic location as the key gateway to the Southeastern market and beyond. We appreciate Aviagen’s confidence in Georgia’s workforce and continued investment in our state.”