ECG’s Office of Economic and Community Development welcomes new team members, Morgan Ferguson, Research Analyst, and Jon McBrayer, our GIS Analyst. At ECG, we value the significance of a capable and varied team, recognizing the ever-evolving landscape of economic development. We are confident that they will bring innovative ideas and fresh perspectives to support the growth of our Georgia Energy Cities.

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When our GA Energy Cities Succeed – We Succeed!

Our Economic Development Team is dedicated to supporting our #GAEnergyCities in their individual economic development efforts. Our goal is to bring growth to Georgia, be it expansion, relocation, or new business. As Economic Development Week draws to a close, we remain resolute on the purpose behind our efforts.

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Discount/Dollar and Off-price retailers announced the most store openings

As has been the case for some time, opening announcements were concentrated in the discount/dollar and off-price sectors, which have historically done well in good and bad economic times and have been less affected by online competition than other areas of retail.

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Daryl Ingram, our SVP & CEO, moderated the panel discussion on Georgia’s Firearms Industry at GEDA’s Monthly luncheon. He spoke with Paul Lemke, CEO of Norma Precision, Bret Vorhees, President & CEO of Taurus Holdings & Trevor Santos, Director of Government Relations-State Affairs for NSSF.

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ECG’s Office of Economic and Community Development is excited to announce that Scott Berta has been named Manager of Industrial Development. With his experience in economic development and business, we are confident that he will bring fresh ideas and perspectives to help grow Georgia and support our member communities. 

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