The World Trade Center Savannah’s most recent deep dive looking into where to focus its international outreach has turned up at least a few results that might seem unconventional to those outside the city. Three out of the five top contenders were European partners — Germany, the United Kingdom and Ireland — with longstanding investment Read more
Georgia Investment Targeted on Bahamas Roadshow
The Bahamas may be “open for business” from anyone, but the island nation is betting that Georgia companies will be well suited to walk through its front door. “We will take advantage of all of the opportunities and the technical assistance and the joint ventures and the transfer of knowledge that we hope to be able Read more
Home Schooled Winner of WWI Centennial Commission Prize in D.C. for Armistice Day
When Daniel Wright hears the bells ring at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11th at the National Cathedral in Washington this weekend, he’ll be fully aware of their significance — that the bells are ringing for all veterans who have given their lives for their country, and more particularly that they also are ringing on behalf Read more
UGA Wins Grant for Russian Language Training
The U.S. Defense Department has awarded the University of Georgia a renewable grant to establish a Russian language program for undergraduates studying a wide variety of fields. UGA’s Russian “Flagship Program” is one of 25 Flagship Centers across the country in languages considered vital to national security and to the challenges of a global society, Read more
15 From UGA to Broaden Their Horizons With 2018-19 Fulbright Study and Teaching Grants
The University of Georgia announced on Sept. 11 that 15 recipients of Fulbright study and teaching grants will take advantage of disparate programs in countries ranging from Brazil to Vietnam. Six of the 15 have received academic and arts grants and nine will be teaching English. The Fulbright U.S. Student Program with the support of Read more
Georgia Manufacturers Talk Tariffs, Cybersecurity With View Toward October Summit
Representatives from some of Georgia’s largest and most globally engaged companies came together Aug. 15 to share insights on headwinds facing international growth. The Georgia Manufacturing Alliance helped organize the executive town hall at the Duluth headquarters of AGCO Corp., the Fortune 500 agricultural equipment manufacturer. Tariffs and cybersecurity were the main topics, with executives Read more
German Factory to Create 100 Jobs in North Georgia
A German manufacturer of polystyrene foams used in flooring underlayment is setting up a $45 million Georgia factory that will create 100 jobs. SELIT North America’s new facility will be located in Banks County, northeast of Gainesville and adjacent to Hall County, which has attracted many German firms. The Georgia Department of Economic Development, which Read more
InComm’s Acquisition of Some Amex Products Highlights Georgia’s Importance as a FinTech Hub
Gov. Nathan Deal announced on April 24 that InComm Inc., the Atlanta-based financial technology company, acquired the distribution rights of American Express’s prepaid reloadable and gift card products. The governor highlighted the creation of 150 jobs in Georgia and $20 million in capital investments while expressing his interest in learning more about the potential impact Read more
TAG Highlights Georgia’s Status as a Global Tech Gateway
Southern lifestyle, easy access to talent and low overhead for both startups and Fortune 500 headquarters. Can a state boasting these charms not but have a global profile? At one of its many “Where Georgia Leads” networking events, the Technology Association of Georgia’s International Business Society introduced a map aimed at showcasing the state’s international Read more
Missing from Atlanta Foreign-Policy Discussion: Trump’s Name
A luncheon focused on foreign aid in Atlanta Friday counted a lot of big names among its attendees, but one was missing — at least overtly in the discussion — Donald Trump. The president’s name went unmentioned in more than an hour of discussion focused on the importance of a sustained, responsible U.S. presence around the globe. The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition Read more
