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Optional activities for the afternoon of Thursday, May 21: KIA and Powertech Plant Tours; Sport Clay shooting at Big Red Oak Plantation; Private tour of FDR's Little White House; Golf at Callaway Lakeview Course.
The 40-day legislative session adjourned on April 2, 2015, with significant implications for economic development, including transportation, workforce development and development authorities. No "Sine Die" for GEDA article by Board Chair Tim Evans.
Our March luncheon, sponsored by Jackson EMC, celebrated Georgia Small Business Rock Stars with Award presentations from Georgia Department of Economic Development Commissioner Chris Carr. Read more....
Our January annual legislative luncheon, sponsored by Douglas Coffee County Chamber and Economic Development Authority, honored the Georgia General Assembly at the Georgia Freight Depot. GEDA members were under the Gold Dome on January 27 to meet with legislators and to receive House and Senate resolutions commending GEDA on our work to maintain a strong business climate, grow jobs, and attract and encourage investment in and for Georgia.
Special thanks to our Legislative Liaison Jim Finch and Public Policy Committee Chair NIki Knox Vanderslice for their efforts in keeping our members apprised of bills and their status throughout the 2015 Session.