Georgia: Resources
Georgia Department of Economic Development
This site provides a wealth of information on many Georgia topics. The business section in particular is very useful, with extensive information and resources on incentives related to locating your business in Georgia (climate, taxation, logistics, etc.), workforce, education, innovation, industries, international business, and small business.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 24, 2011
Georgia Department of Labor
This site provides data on a number of different employment related statistics for Georgia. Area unemployment rates and labor force estimates are just a couple examples.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 27, 2009
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
This site contains information on the different kinds of natural resources available, the laws and legislation involved in their use, and various other related programs. The information is divided into the following categories: Recreation, Natural Resources, Cultural Resources, and Education.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 24, 2011
Georgia Facts: Economic Development
This is the state of Georgia’s web resource for economic development. Among other things, there is a database of available buildings, a listing of foreign-based enterprises operating in Georgia, and community fact sheets.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 24, 2011
Georgia Institute of Technology Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER)
The Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) has a goal of helping U.S. businesses to compete globally. The site provides different international business research in its working papers and research projects sections. The center also organizes events relating to international business.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: March 5, 2010
Georgia Secretary of State: Corporations Division
The different kinds of paperwork and procedures involved in forming and maintaining a corporation are maintained within or provided by this site. There is also information on the different kinds of corporations in Georgia and other various topics, such as Georgia law, uniform commercial code, or trademarks.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 27, 2009
Georgia Small Business Development Center Network
This resource, supported by the University of Georgia and other state universities, provides business consulting to prospective and current small business owners. Some consulting is free of charge, while there is a nominal fee for other services. Consulting is on a number of subjects, including international trade, economic development, starting a business, business development, and more. Training and other classes are also offered.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 27, 2009
Georgia Women's Business Council
This site offers support for women in business, providing many educational workshops for members along with other benefits as listed in the section on certification.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 27, 2009
North Georgia Local Business News
This site provides business news for northern Georgia. Other general state news is also available.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 27, 2009
U.S. Export Assistance Center of Georgia
The Georgia branch of the Department of Commerce that specializes in helping small to medium sized companies develop and execute exporting strategies. Fees vary and are based on the service being provided. A list of trade resources and various trade statistics are provided free.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 31, 2011