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Five Georgia small businesses just earned the state's highest recognition for their innovation and community impact. From a bodega in Savannah to a tech company in rural Ocilla, these entrepreneurs are proving that success and service go hand in hand.
Georgia now hosts more than 44,000 women-owned employer firms, one of the largest concentrations in the Southeast. Corporate partnerships are opening doors to larger contracts, creating a ripple effect of jobs and economic opportunity across the state.
Georgia just wrapped up its best year ever for economic growth, with companies investing a record $35 billion and creating over 25,000 jobs. Even better news: three out of four new projects landed outside Atlanta, spreading opportunity across the entire state.
Local food businesses are thriving thanks to a Georgia Tech accelerator that helps small brands reach retail shelves. The program's first cohort won awards two years running and is now expanding.
During National Small Business Week, ADP celebrates 900,000 small business owners who turn passion into progress despite constant challenges. Their secret weapon? Simplifying operations to focus on what matters most.
A British family business run by seven family members just won the UK's top small business award, presented by Hollywood star George Clooney. Champions Speakers built their success one booking at a time across 66 countries.
Georgia just made it easier for companies to add their own solar and battery power to the state's electric grid—and everyone's energy bills could benefit. The new program lets businesses bypass the utility and work directly with clean energy developers.
Georgia Power customers can now fund their own renewable energy projects under a groundbreaking program that lets businesses bring clean power online while supporting the grid. The framework could become a national model for meeting surging energy demand.
Georgia's largest utility just launched a groundbreaking program that lets businesses fund and build their own solar and wind projects. It's the first time customers can bring clean energy directly to the grid, and it could change how America powers corporate climate goals.
A new collaborative effort aims to make clean, affordable electricity accessible to every Georgian, from rural communities to major cities. Powering Georgia brings together local leaders, businesses, and residents to strengthen the state's energy grid.
Georgia Power just launched a groundbreaking program that lets businesses propose and fund their own renewable energy projects for the first time. The bipartisan initiative could help companies meet climate goals while accelerating the state's transition away from fossil fuels.
A New Brunswick man who started washing paintbrushes turned $8,000 into two thriving businesses so he could be present for his five children. His story shows how entrepreneurship can create both financial security and family time.
Costa Rica's official small business registry has grown 97% since 2022, bringing more than 36,000 entrepreneurs into the formal economy. The shift gives thousands of business owners access to training, financing, and government support that can help them grow.
Small businesses across Victoria are discovering that cultural diversity isn't just good for communities—it's great for their bottom line. With over 290 languages spoken and 314 ancestries represented, Victorian businesses are turning multicultural connections into real competitive advantages.
South Carolina has emerged as America's top state for keeping new businesses alive, with only 17.7% failing in their first year compared to the national average of 22.1%. The state welcomed over 3,000 more new businesses than it lost last year, proving entrepreneurs are finding fertile ground in the Palmetto State.
Latino entrepreneurs in North Carolina grew their business ownership by 65% in five years, creating 80,000 companies that generate $2.5 billion in revenue. From construction to real estate, these small businesses are becoming the backbone of local economies across the state.
Women entrepreneurs are reshaping Brazil's economy, launching 42% of all new small businesses and expanding far beyond traditional industries into tech, consulting, and digital innovation. Education, digital tools, and e-commerce are making it easier than ever for women to build competitive businesses.
Oklahoma has earned recognition as one of the top five states to launch a small business in 2026, fueled by entrepreneurial spirit and strong community support. Local business leaders are sharing proven strategies to help new ventures thrive for the long haul.
When Mayahuel Yaoapoqa moved from Micronesia to Georgia without speaking English, she never imagined she'd graduate college at 17 alongside her sister and father. This week, the three celebrate degrees together at Georgia Northwestern Technical College. #
Environmental advocates are challenging Georgia Power's costly plan to build new gas plants, demanding proof they're actually needed. The fight could save Georgia families from paying for unnecessary energy infrastructure.
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