13 Nov 2025
Georgia Retail Update: Retailtainment, Amenity-Driven Properties, and Public/Private Partnerships
Our retail team participated in another successful ICSC Southeast event in Atlanta this past October! The event, held at the Georgia World Congress Center, included insight into the hurdles developers continue to face.
16 May 2025
Economic Development Week: The Power of Partnerships
So, #EconDevWeek has come to an end but it got us thinking… about the amazing work that economic development pros are doing in our Georgia Energy Cities. You know… the folks behind the scenes forging partnerships like the collaborations between utility companies, Development Authorities, schools, and local governments that have led to some incredible outcomes.
21 Apr 2025
Retail Demand Is Still Strong!
If you’ve been keeping tabs on recent retail news, chances are you’ve heard several retail brands, Big Lots, Forever 21, Joann Fabrics, Party City, and others, made headlines with closures. Although these closures raise concerns, the truth is that demand for retail space is still high!
24 Jun 2024
Community Visioning: A Case Study
Welcome to the final segment of our Community Visioning series! So far, we’ve discussed the importance of Community Visioning and Implementing Your Community Vision. In this final part, we will explore how grants can be utilized to help implement specific projects and goals, as was the case with the City of Whigham, and how that aligns with the community’s collective vision.
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.