Georgia Department of Economic Development
“Decades of consistent leadership and strategic investment in the factors important for companies to be successful, such as workforce training, site development, logistics, and global connectivity have proven why companies select Georgia for their speed-to-market needs. We deliver solutions and partner for the future.”
— Pat Wilson, Commissioner,
Georgia Department of Economic Development
FAST FACTS
Population (July 2022 est.): 10,912,876¹
Largest Cities (2020): Atlanta (499,586); Columbus (206,960); Augusta (201,850); Savannah (147,701); Athens (127,141)¹
Real GDP (2022): $591.2 billion²
¹U.S. Census Bureau
²Bureau of Economic Analysis, U.S. Dept. of Commerce
TARGETED GROWTH SECTORS
e-Mobility: Georgia’s workforce and robust infrastructure continue to attract companies across all sectors of e-mobility, with substantial growth in clean energy production.
Advanced Manufacturing: Our pro-business culture facilitates speed to market for manufacturing facilities across the state, contributing to a 112% growth in investments in the last year.
Aerospace: Ranked #2 in aerospace manufacturing attractiveness by PwC, Georgia’s aerospace industry has expanded to include eVTOL as well as UAV and traditional aircraft.
TOP PROJECTS
COMPANY | COUNTY | JOBS |
SK on | Bartow | 3,750 |
Hanwha Q Cells Co., Ltd. | Bartow | 2,000 |
Meissner Corporation | Clarke | 1,785 |
Hyundai Mobis Co. Ltd. | Bryan | 1,578 |
Admares | Ware | 1,418 |
FEATURED LOCATIONS
Valdosta-Lowndes County is a vibrant and premier location for business development opportunities. Located midway between Atlanta and Orlando in the heart of South Georgia, Valdosta-Lowndes County is strategically positioned for businesses to access and serve the global economy. In Valdosta-Lowndes County, we make it easy for small, medium-sized, and large companies to establish healthy roots for success.
WORKFORCE PROGRAM
Quick Start, a top-ranked training program nationally, provides qualified companies customized, company-specific training at no cost. For over 50 years, Quick Start’s proven method to assess and train employees ensures companies can operate quickly and efficiently on Day One.
TOP BUSINESS FACILITIES RANKINGS
#1 Film & Television | 2023 State Rankings |
#2 FDI (Capital Investment) | 2023 State Rankings |
#3 EV Industry Investment | 2023 State Rankings |
Top 5 Food Processing | 2023 State Rankings |
Top 10 Aerospace/Defense | 2023 State Rankings |
Top 10 Automotive | 2023 State Rankings |
Top 10 Cybersecurity | 2023 State Rankings |
#3 Corporate Headquarters: Atlanta/Sandy Springs/Alpharetta | 2023 Metro Rankings |
Top 5 Top Container Ports (By TEU): Savannah | 2023 Metro Rankings |
Top 10 Financial Centers (North America): Atlanta | 2023 Global Rankings |
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Georgia Quick Start Breaks Ground On Hyundai Training Facility
Georgia Quick Start broke ground last week on the Hyundai Mobility Training Center of Georgia, located in Bryan County.
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