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Exciting Recap of FLEX Workshops
December 16, 2024 - The Commodore Conyers College and Career Academy has been buzzing with entrepreneurial energy this December, as students in the Georgia Foundational Leadership & Entrepreneur X-perience (FLEX) program took major steps toward business success in Workshops 2 and 3!
December 5th: FLEX Workshop 2
Led by marketing instructor Stephanie Hall, Corey Holman (Owner of...
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Celebrating Leadership: Marvin C. Oliver Jr. Joins Leadership Albany Class of 2025
December 16, 2024 - At the Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission (ADEDC), we believe that strong leaders are the foundation of thriving communities. Today, we are thrilled to celebrate our very own Director of Business Relations, Marvin C. Oliver Jr., who has been selected to join the prestigious Leadership Albany Class of 2025!
Leadership Albany:...
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Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Rise N Shine Breakfast
November 11, 2024 - On November 7th, our team had the privilege of attending the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce’s Government Affairs Rise N Shine Breakfast, held at the Doublegate Country Club. It was an inspiring event, bringing together local leaders, business advocates, and policymakers to discuss issues critical to the success...
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Salty Sandbagger Golf Tournament
November 6, 2024 - On October 23rd, our office proudly served as the premier sponsor for the Albany Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Salty Sandbagger Golf Tournament, held at Stonebridge Golf & Country Club. Since 1975, this biannual event has fostered camaraderie and friendly competition between the military and local business community. This year&rsquo...
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ADEDC’s Marvin Oliver at SEDC Emerging Leaders #YPCon
November 1, 2024 - We’re excited to highlight our very own Director of Business Relations, Marvin Oliver, who recently attended the inaugural Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC) Emerging Leaders #YPCon in Greenville, South Carolina! This groundbreaking event, held October 28-30, brought together the brightest young professionals in economic development across the American...
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ADEDC Welcomes Marvin C. Oliver Jr. as Director of Business Relations
October 22, 2024 - ADEDC recently announced the addition of Marvin C. Oliver Jr. as their new Director of Business Relations. In this role, he will engage directly with businesses in Albany and Dougherty County, as well as with EDC investors, to facilitate access to local, regional, state and federal resources which support...
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ADEDC Leads Successful Relief Efforts for Hurricane Helene Survivors
October 22, 2024 - The Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission (ADEDC), along with industry partners and local community members, has spearheaded a remarkable relief initiative to support those affected by Hurricane Helene. The initiative began just one week ago as a call to action for businesses and individuals alike to come together to help our...
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Albany Steps Into the Spotlight with New Film THE FORGE
October 18, 2024 - Albany is making its mark in the film industry as THE FORGE, a new movie by Sony Pictures’ AFFIRM Films, Provident Films, and the Kendrick Brothers, is now streaming everywhere. Filmed at locations throughout Dougherty County, including Cornerstone Coffee + Co, Ray Charles Plaza, and Downtown Albany, this faith-filled drama...
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Albany-Dougherty EDC President Elected First Vice-Chair of Southern Economic Development Council
October 3, 2023 - The Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC) recently elected leaders to the 2024 17-state Board of Directors, including Albany’s President & CEO of the Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission, Jana Dyke. Dyke has been a member of SEDC since 2015 and has been very active in the organization, holding several positions in...
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Gov. Kemp Announces First Grant Recipients of the Rural Workforce Housing Initiative
September 12, 2023 - Governor Brian P. Kemp recently announced the first grant recipients of the Rural Workforce Housing Initiative, announced earlier this year in his State of the State address. This newly established program is a component of the OneGeorgia Authority and provides flexible funding for developing housing and related infrastructure in rural...
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