STARTING YOUR BUSINESS IN GEORGIA

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Region: Southeastern Region

Capital City: Atlanta

State Governor: Brian Kemp

Principal Cities: Athens, Augusta, Columbus, Macon, Rome, Savannah

Why Invest in Georgia?

Reasons for starting a Business in GA

  • Global Advantage
  • Incentives & Support
  • Workforce, Education & Talent Pipeline
  • Infrastructure
  • Research & Development
  • Supporting Small Businesses

Key Industries in Georgia

  • Advanced Manufacturing
  • Aerospace, Aviation & Defense
  • Agribusiness & Food Processing
  • Automotive & E-Mobility
  • Energy
  • Film & Entertainment
  • Logistics & Supply Chain
  • Technology

Georgia Economy Assets

  • Business Friendly, Ready: #1 for Cooperative & Responsive State Government (Area Development, 2025)
  • Logistic Hub: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Savannah & Brunswick Ports, Highways & Intermodal Network
  • Workforce Ready: Leading Workforce Training Program (Area Development & Site Selection, 2025)
  • Recruiting Talent: Top-ranked University System & U.S. Military Bases
  • Diverse Energy Mix: Solar, Nuclear, and commitment to carbon-neutral options
  • Robust Fiber Optic Infrastructure

Georgia State Dashboard

11 % million
Population
80 %
U.S. Market reached in 1-day drive
90 % +
of Georgia businesses are SMEs
6 % hour
Time difference to Central European Time (CET)
21000 %
Students in Georgia Tech’s College of Engineering (GT, 2025)
17 %
Fortune 500 Headquarters
# 1
World’s busiest and most efficient airport
70 %
of U.S. financial transactions through GA companies

Promoting Investment in Georgia - Helpful Publications

Notable foreign Investments in Georgia

Pirelli invested in Georgia

"Pirelli inaugurated the plant in Rome, Georgia in 2002, and we are proud to celebrate 20 years of business in Georgia this year. Pirelli chose the Rome location because a number of our major customers were moving to the Southeastern United States and we recognized the strategic location in terms of logistics for the U.S. and abroad. The State of Georgia provided the company with a warm welcome and a longstanding friendship and partnership. Local authorities and business support networks have been responsive and solutions-focused."

Aurubis

“Aurubis Richmond is now a significant employer for Georgia and plays a major role in the American multimetal supply chain. This facility stands as a testament to American manufacturing, independence, and resiliency.” - Governor Brian P. Kemp

Contact Information for FDI in Georgia

Ellen Kraft
Managing Director,
State of Georgia – Europe Office

Max-Weber-Platz 11
81675 Munich
Germany

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