ATLANTA, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A delegation of
business leaders and government representatives recently led a
week-long economic development tour to Korea with plans to ignite
international investment in Fulton
County. Develop Fulton, a
major collaborator behind the overseas initiative, aims to position
the county, particularly South Fulton, as the epicenter of unlocked
business expansion opportunities in the
United States.
Georgia State Senator and Develop
Fulton Chairman Brandon Beach
emphasized Georgia's unparalleled reputation as the premier
location in the nation for business and economic development.
"Fulton County is the nucleus of
smart growth that represents an area uniquely positioned to attract
major attention for future business development opportunities,"
said Beach. "This mission-driven trip to Korea taps into growing
and emerging industries poised to call Fulton County home."
During the multi-city business development trip from
April 20-27, the Fulton delegation engaged in a series of
insightful meetings and tours with elected officials and leading
business executives across various industries, including logistics,
artificial intelligence, biomedical, advanced manufacturing,
electric vehicles, and robotics. With a goal to foster strong
relationships and showcase the county as a hub for strong business
prospects, leaders emphasized Fulton's strategic positioning, diverse
industry landscape, skilled workforce, and exceptional quality of
life.
"As ambassadors and economic development evangelists for
Fulton County, we remain
laser-focused on leveraging every opportunity to highlight the
countless ways Fulton remains the
gateway for growth in our region," said Kwanza Hall, Develop Fulton
Vice Chairman. Echoing Senator Beach's sentiments, "We're putting a
special focus on highlighting the untapped opportunities that
abound in South Fulton. By establishing, building, and nurturing
these global business relationships, our hope is for these efforts
to yield transformative and historic investments across our county
and unlock limitless business opportunities."
Championed by Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts, the delegation also included College
Park City Councilman Joseph Carn,
East Point City Councilman
Joshua Butler, and Director of
Economic Development for the City of Fairburn Sylvia Abernathy.
Pitts shared that the trip to Korea marked an opportunity to forge
global connections and explore new possibilities, with the goal of
collaboratively shaping a prosperous future for Fulton County.
"Fulton County is the catalyst
for growth and economic prosperity across this region and the state
of Georgia, and it is incumbent upon us to seek new business
prospects, domestically and internationally," said Pitts. "We must
remain intentional in our efforts to build on the undeniable
momentum that has attracted major corporations and industries to
Fulton County. The signing of our
joint MOU marks a milestone in this international business
effort."
To learn more about Develop Fulton, visit
developfultoncounty.com.
About Develop Fulton and Fulton
County
Develop Fulton, also known as the Development
Authority of Fulton County,
delivers diverse, targeted economic development financing services,
connecting qualified development projects with taxable and
tax-exempt bond financing and tax incentives to diversify the tax
base, encourage thoughtful and balanced investment, retain existing
businesses, promote job creation, and ultimately improve the
quality of life for residents throughout Fulton County. Together, we are partnering for
progress, powering development.
Fulton County remains committed
to its mission of fostering business growth and sustainability
across the county. Bolstered by its exceptional infrastructure and
connectivity—encompassing major highways and airports—Fulton County
offers unparalleled opportunities for business investments,
industry expansion, and regional collaboration. Its robust
infrastructure not only provides businesses with essential
logistical support for navigating the global economy but also
ensures seamless connectivity, facilitating access to diverse
markets worldwide.
Contact: Erik
Burton
770-294-8475
erik@profilegroupllc.com
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