Columbus State Donors Transform Vision Into Impact with Record $23.6M Fundraising Year
Columbus State University reached extraordinary new heights in Fiscal Year 2026, receiving $23,634,627 in total gifts, commitments and planned giving from its philanthropic partners. This record-breaking total marks a 29% increase over FY25 and a remarkable 280% surge over FY24—along with noteworthy growth in the university’s endowment.
2026 Georgia Manufacturing Summit Brings Nearly 300 Industry Leaders Together for Education, Connections and Business
Nearly 300 manufacturing leaders, suppliers and industry professionals came together September 15 for the 2026 Georgia Manufacturing Summit, hosted by the Georgia Manufacturing Alliance (GMA) at the Cobb Galleria Centre.
Video: City of Swainsboro Fire Chief Alima Mims on Working with GMA
City of Swainsboro Fire Chief Alima Mims talks about working with GMA and how they have helped him to become a better leader.
News
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Lawmakers Mull Cybersecurity Concerns as They Prepare for Overhaul of Georgia’s Voting System
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New FirstNet Cell Site Launches in Brantley County to More Reliably Connect First Responders
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Charlie Harper: “Affordability” Meets The Cost Of State Government
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State Representative Chas Cannon Receives “Champion of Georgia’s Cities Award”
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The Conference Board Leading Economic Index for the US Edged Down in August
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Employers May Be Asking the Wrong Questions About Their Health Plans, New Survey Finds
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Colony Bank & First Reliance Announce Regulatory Approvals Received for Merger
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Path to Pro Programs will Deliver 15 Million Introductions to High-Demand Construction Careers
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What Does a Rate Hike Mean for Georgia Consumers and Businesses?
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New Survey Reveals Financial Preparedness Gaps Among U.S. Workers & Employers
Recent Features
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Georgia Hospitals Generate $145 Billion in Statewide Economic Impact
The Georgia Hospital Association released its latest economic impact report, showing that Georgia hospitals ...
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Georgia Sets New Records for Labor Force and Employment as Unemployment Falls to 3.2%
The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that Georgia reached new all-time highs in ...
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Former Southern Co. CEO Tom Fanning Named Sole Finalist for USG Chancellor
Following a comprehensive national search, the Board of Regents of the University System of ...
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Columbus State University Alumni Association Board Names New Directors, President
The Columbus State University Alumni Association welcomes six directors to its volunteer board of ...
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The Coca-Cola System: A 140-Year Legacy that Continues to Deliver for America
For 140 years, as consumer tastes have evolved, The Coca-Cola Company has expanded from ...
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The Georgia Chamber’s Georgia Digital Infrastructure Alliance announced the launch of a six-figure statewide ...
Video
City of Swainsboro Fire Chief Alima Mims on Working with GMA
City of Swainsboro Fire Chief Alima Mims talks about working with GMA and how they have helped him to become a better leader.
RiverCenter Announces New Performances to the 25th Anniversary Season
Director of Development at RiverCenter for the Performing Arts Amanda Donaldson offers insights into the 25th Anniversary Season and provides guidance on purchasing tickets for the upcoming performances.
GFB: Who’s Behind Your Claim: A.I. or a Real Person
When it comes to insurance claims, technology can help make the process faster, but it’s the people behind the process who make sure it’s done right. In this video, Constance Gore, Senior Claims Manager at Georgia Farm Bureau Insurance, explains how experienced claims professionals use technology to help members navigate the claims process, without sacrificing the human connection. Because when life doesn’t go as planned, insurance shouldn’t just be about processing a claim, it’s about helping neighbors get back on their feet.
Jessie Brown with Piedmont Columbus Regional Foundation, Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon
Jessie Brown, Executive Director of Piedmont Columbus Regional Foundation, provides details on the upcoming Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon, scheduled for October 6th at the Columbus Convention & Trade Center.
Direct Connect
Columbus Direct Connect is a resource directory of select businesses. Contact us to find out how your company can be seen by thousands of executives each day.
Accounting - Available
Architect - 2WR + Partners
Banking - Colony Bank
Business Tax Resolution - MJ Tolbert Tax Audit Group
Catering - Jamie Keating Culinary INC.
Construction - Sheridan Construction
Cybersecurity - TSYS Center for Cybersecurity at Columbus State University
Education - Columbus State University
Employee Benefits - Available
Engineering - Available
Event Space - The Bibb Mill
Financial Advisor - Available
Fulfillment - Available
Furniture - Available
Garage Door Sales/Repair - Overhead Door Company of Columbus
Healthcare - Piedmont Columbus Regional
Healthcare Staffing - Available
HR/Benefits - Available
Information Technology - Southeast Regional Technology Group
Insurance - Georgia Farm Bureau
Landscape Management - Available
Lawyer - Available
Leadership Development - Leadership Institute at Columbus State University
Manufacturing - Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership (GaMEP)
Marketing - Available
MBA Program - Columbus State University
Music and Entertainment - MEC Columbus
Network Security - Southeast Regional Technology Group
Pest Control - Available
Public Relations - Available
Real Estate - Available
Restaurant - Epic
Shredding Services - Secure Record Solutions
Signs - Available
Signs/Banners - Sunshine Banners & Signs
Staffing Resources - Available
Staffing Services - Available
Technical College - Columbus Technical College
Telecommunications - AT&T
Vacation Rental - Available
Web Design - Available
Welding & Industrial - Jones Welding