General Info

The Georgia Department of Economic Development is the sales and marketing agency for the state government of Georgia. The department is responsible for attracting new business investment and encouraging the expansion of existing industry and small-sized businesses. It also develops new domestic and international markets, as well as promotes tourism in the state. The Georgia Department of Economic Development is also responsible for promoting the states as a location for film, video, music and digital entertainment projects. In addition, it plans and mobilizes state resources for economic development. The Georgia Department of Economic Development offers investment opportunities in several types of industries, including aerospace, agribusiness, automotive, bioscience and defence.