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The Georgia Academy for Economic Development brings educators, business and community leaders, and elected officials together to understand the impact of leadership, community, and economic development within Georgia communities.

Our August e-newsletter is here! Catch up on all the latest from the Georgia Academy for Economic Development, and join ...
08/25/2026

Our August e-newsletter is here! Catch up on all the latest from the Georgia Academy for Economic Development, and join us in congratulating our Advanced Topic graduates who completed their program on August 19!

Looking ahead, registration is open for Essentials in Americus on September 3. Whether you're new to economic development or looking to strengthen your foundation, this session is for you.

Register for upcoming sessions at https://georgiaacademy.org/sessions/

🎓 Congratulations to our graduates from the August 19 Advanced Topic session, Leveraging Incentives for Economic Impact!...
08/22/2026

🎓 Congratulations to our graduates from the August 19 Advanced Topic session, Leveraging Incentives for Economic Impact!

This one-day advanced course took a deep dive into the incentive strategies and recruitment tactics that truly move the needle in economic development. Graduates walked away knowing how to:

Build and implement effective incentive policies
Attract industrial prospects with a compelling community pitch
Measure and communicate the outcomes of their economic development efforts

We're proud of everyone who invested a full day sharpening their edge in industrial recruitment!

Ready to start your own journey? A great place to begin is our Essentials course on September 3 in Americus.

Sign up today: https://georgiaacademy.org/session/the-essentials-americus-2/

🌟 "I'm not an economic development professional, but the Georgia Academy for Economic Development's courses broke down t...
08/20/2026

🌟 "I'm not an economic development professional, but the Georgia Academy for Economic Development's courses broke down the basics in a way that made sense. Hearing directly from experts in the room gave me new tools for telling rural Georgia's story."

Brittany Bryant, Executive Director of Marketing and Public Relations
Southern Regional Technical College

Ready to see your community thrive? Join the Georgia Academy for Economic Development for "The Essentials".
September 3, 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Americus
$195 includes materials, meals, swag and a certificate

Seats are limited. Register today! https://georgiaacademy.org/session/the-essentials-americus-2/

📌 Resource Sharing Series: U.S. Census BureauWe're highlighting the U.S. Census Bureau, a go-to source for the populatio...
08/14/2026

📌 Resource Sharing Series: U.S. Census Bureau

We're highlighting the U.S. Census Bureau, a go-to source for the population, demographic, economic, and housing data that shapes so much of Economic Development work. From community profiles to business and industry statistics, it's a resource worth bookmarking for grant applications, incentive proposals, and site selection conversations alike.

Check it out here: https://www.census.gov/

Looking for more tools like this? Browse our full resource library: https://georgiaacademy.org/resources/

"These courses have helped me address the workforce needs from the postsecondary education perspective."John UsryExecuti...
08/13/2026

"These courses have helped me address the workforce needs from the postsecondary education perspective."

John Usry
Executive Director of Economic Development & Continuing Education, Athens Technical College

We want to hear from you! What topics should Georgia Academy cover next?Whether it's incentive negotiation strategies, w...
08/05/2026

We want to hear from you! What topics should Georgia Academy cover next?
Whether it's incentive negotiation strategies, workforce development trends, rural vs. urban development approaches, or something else entirely, your input helps shape our future course offerings.

📝 Take a few minutes to share your ideas in the survey: https://tinyurl.com/GAnewsessions

or comment below!

📌 Resource Sharing Series: Georgia Site SelectorWe're highlighting the Georgia Department of Economic Development's Site...
08/05/2026

📌 Resource Sharing Series: Georgia Site Selector

We're highlighting the Georgia Department of Economic Development's Site Selector tool. It helps you find the right location for a project across the state, including development-ready sites marked with the GRAD-Certified icon. It's a handy way to explore certified sites, available properties, and rural development-ready locations all in one place.

Worth a look: the Certified Sites section features more than 60 industrial sites ready for companies on accelerated timelines, while Rural Site Development highlights state-supported site development opportunities in rural Georgia communities.

Check it out here: https://georgia.org/sites/sites-and-buildings

Looking for more tools like this? Browse our full resource library: https://georgiaacademy.org/resources/

"These courses have enabled me to better understand the bigger picture of building an economy and the impacts/risks of a...
08/03/2026

"These courses have enabled me to better understand the bigger picture of building an economy and the impacts/risks of a singular focus without consideration for the wider view of the "system" of developing a healthy and growing economy. It's clear that building (and sustaining) an economy is not the sole responsibility of any one entity, but rather the results of broader teamwork of key stakeholders. That is, it is a 'system of systems.'"

Sharon Cobb Flanagan
County Commissioner, Dodge County GA

Two chances to grow your Economic Development skills this September!Collaborate and Thrive | Vidalia | September 1 An Ad...
08/01/2026

Two chances to grow your Economic Development skills this September!

Collaborate and Thrive | Vidalia | September 1
An Advanced Topics session covering key strategies for driving real economic impact in your community.

Register now: https://georgiaacademy.org/session/advanced-topic-collaborate-and-thrive-vidalia/

The Essentials | Americus | September 3
Our foundational course covering industrial recruitment, incentive policy, measuring outcomes, and selling your community to prospects. A great starting point for Economic Development professionals, board members, and elected officials.

Register now: https://georgiaacademy.org/session/the-essentials-americus-2/

Both sessions include materials and meals, and space is limited.

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