17 Feb 2025
ECG Team Members Selected to GeorgiaForward Young Gamechangers
Our Office of Economic & Community Development is proud to announce that two of our outstanding team members, Morgan Ferguson, our Research Analyst, and Jon McBrayer, our Community Development Senior Coordinator, have been selected by GeorgiaForward for the 2025 Young Gamechangers (YG) program.
25 Jan 2025
The Power of High-Quality Imagery: How to Tell and Sell Your Community
In economic development, the ability to effectively market your community can mean the difference between landing a transformative investment and being overlooked. Whether you’re showcasing industrial sites, community amenities, or the local lifestyle, high-quality imagery is your most valuable storytelling tool.
25 Nov 2024
Workforce Development in Georgia: Insights from the Georgia Workforce Conference
Georgia companies, communities and organizations using innovative strategies and programs to address talent development needs.
Attending the Georgia Workforce Conference a fortnight ago at the Carl Vinson Institute of Government to explore workforce development in Georgia was both inspiring and insightful. Over two days, we heard from industry leaders, educators, and workforce professionals sharing ideas and solutions, and demonstrating why Georgia continues to be at the forefront of economic and workforce innovation.
01 Nov 2024
ECG’s Industrial Development Manager Joins Leadership Georgia Class of 2025
At ECG, we believe that great leadership is key to driving sustainable growth and success for our communities. As part of our ongoing commitment to nurturing next-gen leaders, we congratulate our Industrial Development Manager, Scott Berta, who has been selected amongst sixty-three participants to join Leadership Georgia Class of 2025.
29 Oct 2024
The Rise of Restaurant Bankruptcies… What’s Next for Sit-Down Dining?
Why are so many long-standing national sit-down restaurants going into bankruptcy or closing?
As 2024 unfolds, the retail and dining landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace. Casual dining chains like Red Lobster and TGI Fridays are facing significant financial challenges and have recently announced bankruptcies and a series of mass closures. Other restaurants, such as Outback, Cracker Barrel, and Burger Fi, are closing underperforming stores.