03 Jun 2024
Grants & Funding Opportunities | June 2024
Our Office of Economic & Community Development at ECG has curated grants and funding opportunities to assist our #GAEnergyCities and communities in obtaining essential resources for advancing current industries and attracting new businesses. Below is our compilation of funding options tailored to your specific needs. Our featured opportunity is from the U.S. Department of Labor.
21 May 2024
Future Use of GIS and AI for Economic & Community Development
How can generative AI and advanced analytics impact decision-making processes in government and academic settings? The University of Georgia (UGA) recently hosted the Developing Data Analytics Capabilities Conference. This conference, brought together professionals who work with data or want to learn more about data critical for helping state and local leaders make wise and strategic decisions.
09 May 2024
Celebrating Economic Development Week
Spotlighting individuals in Economic Development who have greatly influenced us!
#EconDevWeek was created by International Economic Development Council (IEDC), with the aim of highlighting programs, best practices and exceptional individuals that positively impact life in their communities. Though it may occasionally slip our minds where we got our start, it’s valuable to occasionally reflect on where it all started and celebrate those who motivate us to keep moving forward. This year, the theme honors Economic Development Heroes.
01 May 2024
Funding Opportunities | May 2024
As we celebrate Economic Development Week this week, we remain resolute on the purpose behind our efforts bring growth to our ECG communities, be it expansion, relocation, or new business. Each month we curate grants and funding opportunities to assist our #GAEnergyCities and communities. Below is our compilation of funding options tailored to your specific needs. Our featured opportunity is the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Hiring Program (CHP) grant from the U.S. Department of Justice.
30 Apr 2024
Spring Retail Roundtable Discussion Recap
Our first Retail Roundtable of 2024 was a huge success!
Earlier last month, gathered in the vibrant City of Thomaston; downtown buzzed with excitement as industry experts, retailers, and economic developers converged for our Spring Retail Roundtable Discussion; thanks to Jared Huckaby and Taylor Smith for hosting our great event in Thomaston!