In January, the Georgia Economic Developers Association hosted more than 50 state legislators at a luncheon to celebrate economic development accomplishments over the past 12 months. We also launched a year of celebration complete with a proclamation from Gov. Nathan Deal, as 2013 marks GEDA’s 50th Anniversary.Looking back 50 years ago, Gainesville and the entire state was still in the midst of a slow economic recovery.
Commentary: State, local collaboration helps spur todays economic growth
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