Features
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MCG Foundation President & CEO Jim Osborne to Retire
April 15, 2016
After 26 years as President & CEO of the Medical College of Georgia Foundation, James B. “Jim” Osborne, Sr., EdD has announced plans to retire in June 2016. Dr. Osborne announced the news through a letter to the Board in March, citing both the growth and stability of the Foundation during his tenure. The early announcement will allow for an orderly transition and will give the newly appointed successor, Foundation COO Ian Mercier, time to prepare for the new role.
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EdenCrete to Create 250 Jobs in Augusta
April 14, 2016
The Augusta Economic Development Authority announced that EdenCrete Industries Inc., a manufacturer of carbon nanotube enriched solutions, will establish its global manufacturing headquarters operation in Augusta. This project represents the creation of more than 250 new jobs and an overall investment of $67 million in the local community.
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2016 April Visitor Spending in Augusta to Hit $3.6M
April 07, 2016
The Augusta Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Augusta Sports Council are pleased to announce that visitors attending meetings, reunions, events and sporting events in Augusta will generate at least $3,603,185.61 in total estimated economic impact during the month of April.
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Covanta Environmental Solutions Acquires Material Processing Facility in Augusta
April 05, 2016
Covanta, a world leader in sustainable waste and energy solutions, today announced that its subsidiary, Covanta Environmental Solutions, has acquired a material processing facility in Augusta, GA from US Ecology, Inc.
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Augusta Aviation Commission Announces New Executive Director
April 01, 2016
The Augusta Aviation Commission proudly announces the selection of Mr. Herbert L. Judon, Jr. as the new Executive Director of the Augusta Regional Airport.
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Metro Augusta’s Unemployment Rate Unchanged at 6%
March 24, 2016
The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that Metro Augusta’s unemployment rate for February was 6 percent, unchanged from January. The rate in February 2015 was 6.6 percent.
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ICT Industries Locates New Facility in Augusta, Bring 100 Jobs
March 22, 2016
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Georgia Technology Summit Speakers Envision Innovation on Land, at Sea and in the Air
March 22, 2016
At the recent 12th Annual Georgia Technology Summit held in Atlanta by the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), three keynote speakers envisioned their respective spheres of influence where future technological innovation will flourish: within the growth of cities (such as Atlanta); in the air (The Weather Company); and, at sea (the U.S. Navy).
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Georgia Ports Authority's Griffith Lynch to Headline Augusta Metro Chamber’s Member Economic Luncheon
March 10, 2016
The Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Griffith Lynch, Chief Operating Officer and Incoming Executive Director of the Georgia Ports Authority, will be the keynote speaker at the Member Economic Luncheon occurring on Thursday, March 24th.
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Georgia’s Aerospace Industry Reaching New Heights
March 08, 2016
The Centers of Innovation, a division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, is focused on helping industries and small businesses connect, compete, and grow globally. This is the first in a series of articles focused on the Georgia Department of Economic Development Centers of Innovation, which has six centers located throughout the state: Aerospace, Agribusiness, Energy Technology, Information Technology, Logistics, and Manufacturing.
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Greater Augusta Day a Success in Atlanta
March 04, 2016
On Tuesday, March 1st, as a collaborative effort of the Augusta Metro, Columbia County and Burke County Chambers of Commerce, business leaders visited the Georgia State Capitol for “Greater Augusta Day.”
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Planned Towne Center Development to Come to Columbia County Along with Meybohm's Columbia County Headquarters
February 24, 2016
On Tuesday the Development Authority of Columbia County announced a new mixed use development, The Plaza At Evans Towne Center, to be located on Evans Town Center Boulevard.
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Hull Barrett: Doubling Down on Overtime Exemption
February 22, 2016
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires that covered, nonexempt employees in the United States be paid at least the Federal minimum wage for each hour worked and receive overtime pay at one and one-half times the employee’s regular rate of pay for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. However, there are a number of overtime exceptions to this rule. Aimee Pickett Sanders with Hull Barrett explains more.
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Former Columbus Chamber President Mike Gaymon Pens Book "A View from the Backhoe"
February 22, 2016
It has been more than a year since Mike Gaymon retired from the Greater Columbus, GA Chamber of Commerce where he was known as a bold and effective leader that helped transform the Columbus community. Gaymon traded in the boardrooms and business meetings for a backhoe and a quieter life in the country where he has spent time reflecting on his decades-long career as a Chamber executive. It was this new view from atop a backhoe that inspired his book, aptly tilted, A View from the Backhoe.
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Textron Specialized Vehicles Announces Expansion in Augusta, to Create Up to 400 Jobs
February 19, 2016
Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc., a Textron Inc. company, announced that it plans to acquire a manufacturing facility set on more than 235 acres of land currently owned by Procter & Gamble. The property is located at the intersection of Mike Padgett Highway and Marvin Griffin Road in south Augusta.
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Family YMCA of Greater Augusta Launches 2016 Annual Campaign
February 15, 2016
The Family YMCA of Greater Augusta is launching its annual fundraising campaign on Tuesday, February 16 to raise funds that ensure that everyone in the CSRA has access to vital Family YMCA programs and resources that support youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
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Southwest Georgia Shines During 28th Annual Georgia Quail Hunt
February 11, 2016
Albany and Southwest Georgia welcomed a record number of guests this week to the 28th Annual Georgia Quail Hunt. Nearly 30 site location consultants as well as recruitment and expansion prospects arrived in Southwest Georgia this week to learn about doing business in Georgia while enjoying the traditional quail hunting experience.
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Mayor Davis Presents “Grow Your Business with Fort Gordon” Free Business Workshop Feb 11th
February 10, 2016
Mayor Hardie Davis Jr, Augusta Metro and Columbia County Chambers, NOW Corp and Peach State Federal Credit Union offer free breakfast workshop to small businesses wanting to get slice of Fort Gordon $233M Contracting Pie.
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Hull Barrett's George Robertson: Four Tips to Start-Up Companies for Avoiding Trademark Pitfalls
February 05, 2016
In the early stages of start-up companies, generally protection of intellectual property rights is not a priority—whether it be from oversight or as a result of tight finances. Understandably, the leadership of start-ups primarily focuses on funding, organization, strategy, growth, talent, and marketing. Whatever the reason, neglecting to protect a start-up’s intellectual property at the inception of the company can be devastating in the long run.
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Should You Hire Overqualified Employees?
February 04, 2016
When hiring, have you ever thrown away a resume from a candidate who sounded far too overqualified? According to some new research, you may have made a big mistake. A study from the Journal of Applied Psychology followed job candidates who were hired for roles they were overqualified for, either by experience or education. Turns out, the overqualified employees performed better at their jobs than the average employee.
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Buzz on Biz Career Expo Provides Venue for Employers, Job Seekers
February 01, 2016
Employers and job seekers come together under one roof at the 3rd Annual Buzz on Biz Career Expo which will take place on Tuesday, February 9 at the Legends Club from 1-5:30 p.m. This year’s event is being sponsored by ATC Healthcare Services, Real McCoy Brokerage Firm, WRDW News Channel 12 and Pruitt Health.
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Kinder Morgan Releases Impact Study of Proposed Palmetto Pipeline on Georgia’s Economy
January 28, 2016
According to renowned University of Georgia economist Jeffrey Dorfman, the Palmetto Pipeline proposed by Kinder Morgan, Inc. will result in an estimated benefit to Georgia of $3.9 billion over the next 20 years.
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UGA Law Students Gain Valuable Work Experience in the Atlanta Market
January 25, 2016
Students at the University of Georgia School of Law can now earn full-time professional experience in the Atlanta market while continuing to work toward a degree from the state’s flagship institution. The Georgia Law Atlanta campus is located at the Terry College of Business Executive Education Center, across from the Lenox Square Mall in Buckhead.
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Augusta’s 2016 State of Tourism Luncheon Announced
January 25, 2016
As new technologies and disruptive business models sweep the nation, Bill Geist, destination marketing expert, will share how smart marketers are positioning their destinations and products before an increasingly demanding customer. We’ll also unveil one of the Augusta Convention & Visitors Bureau’s most exciting projects and recognize local tourism champions who contributed to our success in 2015.
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Augusta Regional Airport Has a Record Breaking Year
January 20, 2016
Augusta Regional Airport is excited to announce that 2015 was the best year in the history of the Airport! A total of 552,774 passengers traveled through AGS in 2015.