You are receiving this message because you requested updates from Georgia.org | No images ? See the online version . NOVEMBER 2014 | WE SPEAK BUSINESS | GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Georgia Named No. 1 Place for Business for the Second Time Georgia's business climate was again named No. 1 by Site Selection magazine. The magazine releases its annual rankings each November. RECENT PROJECTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS NOV Leading health IT company brings 150 jobs to metro Atlanta 27 with new technology development center Read NOV 3 Live Oak Homes to create 200 jobs in Coffee County Read NOV 3 Unisys to create up to 700 jobs in Richmond County Read OCT German-based die making company creates 52 jobs in 31 Laurens County Read INDUSTRY RELATED NEWS JOIN THE CONVERSATION OUR FAVORITE TWEETS @TheFader magazine recently profiled Gwinnett's latest musical sensation, @MigosATL. bit.ly/1y9noKK Last month, @Google named Suwanee the top eCity (the strongest online biz community) in the state. http://bit.ly/1wnioQo With Georgia being the No. 1 state for pecan exports, we are more than just the peach state. http://bit.ly/1xdrwer GDEcD Colombia rep Q&A with Global Atlanta Georgia's international trade representative in Colombia, Mr. Juan Carlos Lopez Gutierrez, met with Global Atlanta to discuss the opportunities for Georgia companies in this expanding Latin American market and how Mr. Gutierrez can help Georgia companies. Read More "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part I" holds biggest debut of 2014 The Georgia-filmed "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part I" had a huge opening on Friday, Nov. 21, grossing $123 million. Mail Online talks about what this means for tourism in Georgia. Read More Governor Deal honors individuals for achievements in the Arts and Humanities Gov. Nathan Deal recognized 13 Georgia citizens and organizations for their significant contributions to innovation and growth of the state's civic and cultural vitality. The awards were presented in partnership with the Georgia Council for the Arts and Georgia Humanities Council at the state Capitol. Read More "Walking Dead" in Georgia: Film tourism comes to life With the huge influx of film and television productions being made in Georgia, a film tourism boom has flowed. CNN reports on how "The Walking Dead" has created a new tourism draw for Atlanta and surrounding communities. Read More Ways to spend the holidays in Georgia! With the holidays quickly approaching, ExploreGeorgia.org shares the best ways to enjoy fall and winter in Georgia! Read More Savannah Surges as Mighty Gate for Imports on U.S. Growth Blueberries from Chile, Peru and Brazil may soon be heading toward U.S. tables via Savannah, Georgia, opening another shipping market in the city's emergence as a major trade hub, reveals Bloomberg. Read More RECENT BLOG POSTS NOV 21 NOV 20 Inside Look at Inalfa's New Manufacturing Facility In June 2013, the state of Georgia and Inalfa announced the construction of a new manufacturing plant in Cherokee County. The plant would represent a $17.1 million investment and 300 jobs for Georgians. This month, Inalfa celebrated their grand opening. Read More Georgia is leading the way in health IT The health IT sector in Georgia is one of the strongest in the U.S., due in part to our robust telecommunications infrastructure that includes two of the country's largest fiber optic routes and a diverse presence of HIT companies. Read More GREAT RESOURCES PAST ISSUES | SUBSCRIBE The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) plans, manages and mobilizes state resources to attract new business investment to Georgia, drive the expansion of existing industry and small business, locate new markets for Georgia products, inspire tourists to visit Georgia, and promote the state as a top destination for arts, events, and film, music and digital entertainment projects. Visit Georgia.org Georgia.org | The Georgia Department of Economic Development | 75 Fifth Street, NW, Suite 1200 | Atlanta, Georgia | 30308 404.962.4000 | communications@georgia.org