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• The Real Surprise in Flexible Work: Why Baby Boomers Value It Most

  October 17, 2025

  The 2025 Generosity by the Generations Report challenges the popular narrative that younger generations are rejecting the return to the office. The data reveals that while flexibility is a universal desire, its meaning and importance vary dramatically across the workforce.

• Flock Safety & Ring Announce Partnership to Enable Community Requests and Improve Neighborhood Safety

  October 17, 2025

  Flock Safety and Ring announced that Flock Safety will integrate with Ring’s Community Requests to give customers the choice to securely and privately share video footage with local public safety agencies that use Flock software to investigate active cases.

• Leadership Georgia Announces the Class of 2026

  October 16, 2025

  The Leadership Georgia Board of Trustees is proud to announce the participants for the organization’s Class of 2026. Each year, Leadership Georgia seeks out emerging leaders and selects sixty-three participants from a pool of several hundred applicants to participate in the yearlong leadership program.

• Georgia Takes Center Stage as Spotlight State at This Year’s Sunbelt Ag Expo

  October 15, 2025

  Today, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper announced that Georgia has been selected as the Spotlight State for the 2025 Sunbelt Ag Expo, taking place today through October 16th in Moultrie, Georgia.

• Rayonier & PotlatchDeltic Merger to Bring HQ to Atlanta, Creates Georgia’s Largest Private Landowner

  October 15, 2025

  Rayonier and PotlatchDeltic announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement to combine in an all-stock merger of equals, creating a leading domestic land resources owner and top-tier lumber manufacturer.

• Is Your Company Perceived as Authentic? A Generational Viewpoint

  October 10, 2025

  The 2025 Generosity by the Generations Report, released by goBeyondProfit and Georgia CEO, reveals a fundamental divide in how different generations view the role of business and their employers authenticity. A growing skepticism is reshaping the modern workforce and demanding a more authentic, transparent approach from leaders.

• 1 in 5 Restaurant Dollars Tied to Business Dining, New Report Finds

  October 10, 2025

  Dinova Inc., the authority in business dining, and Technomic, the leader in foodservice insights, have released the Fall 2025 State of Business Dining Report, offering the only data-driven look at a key market segment.

• FutureTech Forum: A Blueprint for Georgia’s Next Era of Fintech and Web3

  October 09, 2025

  The next era of financial technology is unfolding—and Georgia has the opportunity to lead it. Georgia is already a national leader in technology. The Peach State already processes the majority of the nation’s electronic payments and is home to more than 200 fintech companies that are leading innovation across the globe.

• Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites Remain Open During Federal Government Shutdown

  October 08, 2025

  Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites are not affiliated with the National Park System and will remain open despite the federal government shutdown beginning October 1. The sites are operated by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and continue to welcome visitors.

• Georgia Power Grid Emerges Stronger Following Hurricane Helene

  October 07, 2025

  In the months that followed Hurricane Helene, once customers were safely reconnected as quickly as possible, the company took the time to strategically rebuild parts of the grid with smarter technology and stronger infrastructure, which included upgrading power lines, poles and transformers to enhance reliability and durability for future storms.

• New Report Explores Job Loyalty Across the Generations

  October 06, 2025

  Hiring has slowed and some CEOs are eager to use the moment to return to historic workplace dynamics to increase collaboration and productivity. The 2025 Generosity by the Generations Report from goBeyondProfit and Georgia CEO suggests that while employees may be stuck, doubling down on workplace generosity may be the key strategy for higher productivity and building loyalty that lasts when the economy shifts.

• Initiative Aims to Help Georgians Harness Artificial Intelligence for Productivity

  October 03, 2025

  Alex Willson knows how to grow a pecan and turn it into a cake, but he is not so great at analyzing shipping logistics. The president and CEO of Sunnyland Farms in Albany is running an agricultural business that dates to 1948 — not the kind of operation one associates with cutting edge technology. Yet Willson said he was able to harness artificial intelligence to boost his bottom line about 8%, even 10%.

• Locate South Georgia, Downtown Development Authority of Madison, and Gina Webb of OneGeorgia Authority Named 2025 Rural Champions

  October 03, 2025

  The Georgia Chamber of Commerce named Locate South Georgia, the Downtown Development Authority of Madison, and OneGeorgia Authority Director, Gina Webb as the 2025 Rural Champions. The three 2025 Rural Champions were selected by a statewide panel that reviewed numerous nominations from across Georgia.

• Aflac & Peach Bowl, Inc. Surpass $1.2 Million Raised Through “Kickoff for a Cause”

  October 02, 2025

  Aflac and Peach Bowl, Inc. announced they have raised and donated $457,759 through the 2025 Aflac Kickoff Games as part of their “Kickoff for a Cause” initiative. This year’s efforts bring the three-year total to $1,224,075, reflecting both organizations’ ongoing commitment to helping children and families facing cancer and blood disorders through every stage of treatment.

• Rep. Mark Newton: Why Supporting Foster Youth is an Economic Imperative for Georgia

  October 02, 2025

  State Representative Mark Newton of Augusta has long been an advocate for Georgia’s most vulnerable youth—and as the sponsor of the Fostering Success Act, he’s helping transform how the state supports young adults aging out of foster care.

• Savannah Hosts 2025 Youth Symposium, Gathering Leaders from Across Georgia

  October 02, 2025

  The City of Savannah, in partnership with GeorgiaForward and Georgia Municipal Association, proudly hosted the 2025 Youth Symposium Sept. 19–21, welcoming Youth Council leaders and advisors from across Georgia for three days of learning, collaboration, and inspiration.

• Federal Government Approves Half Billion Dollars in Hurricane Helene Aid for Georgia

  October 01, 2025

  Farmers and other agricultural producers in Georgia will get financial aid to help with recovery from Hurricane Helene, the massive storm that wiped out crops and timberland more than a year ago.

• Eight Georgia Communities Awarded Federal Historic Preservation Grants

  October 01, 2025

  The Georgia State Historic Preservation Office announced that six Georgia municipalities and two counties will receive federal subgrants totaling more than $120,000 to support historic preservation activities in their communities.

• Choose Columbus Announces Planned Expansion at The J.M. Smucker Co. Manufacturing Facility in Columbus

  September 30, 2025

  Choose Columbus today announced that Hostess Brands, LLC, a subsidiary of The J.M. Smucker Co., plans production expansion at its Hostess manufacturing facility in Columbus, which will result in a total investment of more than $120 million and the creation of at least 48 new jobs.

• Governor Kemp Recognizes Workforce Development Month; Announces Third Workforce Summit

  September 30, 2025

  Governor Brian Kemp has proclaimed September as Workforce Development Month in Georgia, recognizing the critical role of education, training, and talent development in keeping the state competitive and promoting prosperity for hardworking Georgians.

• Georgia Breaks Tourism Records for Third Year in a Row

  September 29, 2025

  Governor Brian Kemp joined the Georgia Department of Economic Development in announcing that the state broke tourism records for the third consecutive year and ranked No. 5 in the nation for overnight visitation for the fifth year in a row.

• Historic High Levels of Commitment: Why Georgia Executives Are All-In on Generosity

  September 26, 2025

  The 2025 Business Generosity Report marks a watershed moment for Georgia executives. Even years ago, goBeyondProfit was founded to inspire business leaders to imagine the ways they could begin or expand their business generosity – and this year’s report demonstrates unquestionable impact on the state of business in Georgia.

• Georgia Named #1 for Business for 12th Straight Year

  September 25, 2025

  Governor Brian Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, announced that the state has been recognized as the No. 1 state for business by Area Development magazine for the 12th year in a row, marking an unmatched record of success and consistency in economic development.

• Hyundai Announced as a Title Sponsor for the 2025-2026 Georgia History Festival

  September 25, 2025

  The Georgia Historical Society is pleased to announce Hyundai (HMGMA) as a title sponsor for the 2025-2026 Georgia History Festival. The Festival is GHS’s signature K-12 educational program, reaching more than 250,000 students statewide from September through April each year.

• Debbie Deal Moody & Mat Swift Among 13 Honored by Columbus State Alumni Association

  September 24, 2025

  The Columbus State University Alumni Association bestowed its top alumni awards during an awards dinner on Thursday, Sept. 18th.

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