Georgia Department of Economic Development

Georgia has emerged as a key player on the international stage, thanks to its dynamic sectors including: 1. E-Mobility: With over $27.3 billion in investments, Georgia is a leader in e-mobility and battery innovation. 2. Aerospace & Defense: As a top aerospace exporter, Georgia’s industry surpassed $11.1 billion in exports and continues to drive cutting-edge advancements. 3. Agribusiness & Food Processing: Contributing over $11 billion to the economy, Georgia’s food processing sector is a cornerstone of its agricultural success. These sectors highlight Georgia’s robust infrastructure, skilled workforce, and business-friendly environment. Explore how Georgia can be the ideal location for your business growth and learn more about the state’s strategic advantages: https://bit.ly/4et846F

Georgia Quick Start is celebrating the "topping off" ceremony for the Hyundai Mobility Training Center of Georgia. This tradition marks the placement of the final beam, symbolizing strength and good fortune for the building's future. The Hyundai Mobility Training Center will play a key role in preparing our workforce for opportunities in the electric vehicle industry, highlighting Georgia's dedication to advancing innovation and economic development.

State, local, and company leadership joined Aurubis Richmond for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony, just a little over two years after it broke ground. We are excited about the multimetal recycling solutions the facility offers the industry as well as the opportunities it creates for Georgians.

We were honored to welcome the Consul General of Belgium, Katherine Raeymaekers, to our office for a productive meeting with Commissioner Pat Wilson, Director of Protocol Nico Wijnberg, and International Relations Manager Laura Jean Greenway. The conversation focused on enhancing the strong economic ties between Georgia and Belgium exploring new opportunities for growth across key sectors. With nearly 100 Belgian companies thriving in Georgia, and many Georgia-based businesses finding success in Belgium, both parties are eager to build on this prosperous relationship. We look forward to continued collaboration with the Belgian business community under Consul Raeymaekers’ leadership.

Forbes has named Atlanta the most educated city in the U.S.! With top-tier colleges and universities, along with resources such as the HOPE Scholarship and the GEORGIA MATCH programs, Georgia’s strong workforce pipeline supports businesses in driving innovation and achieving growth. Explore how your business can thrive in Georgia: https://bit.ly/41sJA7b

During the 2024 Georgia Governor's Tourism Conference today, Governor Brian Kemp announced that Georgia broke tourism records for the second year in a row and maintained its No. 5 market share ranking among all 50 states and Washington, D.C., for the fourth consecutive year. In 2023, Georgia reached a new high of 171 million domestic and international visitors who spent a record $43.6 billion on hotels, restaurants, transportation, and other local businesses across the state. This visitation generated $79.7 billion in total economic impact and supported more than 463,400 jobs statewide. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3MMlDll

The 2024 Georgia Governor's Tourism Conference officially kicked off today in Atlanta! More than 400 tourism and hospitality professionals from across the state have convened for this premier industry event, which serves to inspire excellence and elevate the state’s tourism efforts to raise national and international awareness of Georgia as a business and leisure destination. Stay tuned for key updates and new developments as we explore the latest trends shaping Georgia's tourism industry.

For well over a decade, Georgia has annually maintained top 10 rankings in each survey subcategory, including available workforce, cost of doing business, cooperative and responsive state government, energy availability and costs, logistics and infrastructure, and site readiness programs.” - Dennis Shea, Publisher of Area Development. Learn more about why Georgia has ranked as the No. 1 State for Business for over a decade: https://bit.ly/4e4FiZQ

Gearing up for Q4 isn't just for football! As Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) moves towards the start of production in the fourth quarter of this year, more than a dozen suppliers are under construction, cutting ribbons, and opening their doors. Teamwork abounds! In the last month: • Hyundai Motor Group revealed the refreshed 2025 IONIQ 5, which will be the first vehicle produced at the Metaplant, at an event at Hyundai Savannah. • Three Hyundai suppliers cut the ribbon for their new facilities, joined in celebration by local and state officials. • As of July 2024, more than $2.7 billion in capital investment and approximately 6,900 jobs have been announced by Hyundai suppliers in 11 counties across the state. These suppliers contributed to another year of historic job creation for communities outside of the 10-county metro Atlanta region. Learn more about HMGMA’s story: https://bit.ly/3L4cUun Ajin Georgia, Seohan Auto USA Corporation, Pat Wilson, Sydne Smith, DAS North America

Connectivity leads to business, and cultural connections foster strong partnerships. The Georgia-Ireland connection underscores how economic and cultural exchange go hand-in-hand, whether its synergies in FinTech and logistics or Georgia Tech football games at Aviva Stadium in Dublin and the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in Savannah. Georgia's educational institutions and community organizations maintain a variety of relationships in Ireland that create opportunities for Georgians. Metro Atlanta Chamber Savannah Economic Development Authority