Atlanta Fintech CEO Trevor Lindqvist Takes Startup Public on Nasdaq
Trevor Lindqvist rang the opening bell as his Atlanta-based payments company Ledgerpeak completed its Nasdaq debut, capping a decade-long climb from a two-person startup to a public company.
Education
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Georgia Technical Colleges See Surge in Vocational and Trade Enrollment
Enrollment in electrical, HVAC, and welding programs is climbing sharply across Georgia's technical college system as students weigh trade careers against rising four-year tuition costs.
University of Georgia Reports Record Applications for Fall 2026
UGA received a record number of applications for the fall 2026 cycle, a jump admissions officials attribute to the school's growing national reputation and in-state affordability.
Georgia Southern University's Engineering Co-op Program Doubles Placement Rate
Georgia Southern University says its revamped engineering co-op program placed twice as many students in paid industry positions this year after adding new manufacturing partners in coastal Georgia.
Mercer University Expands Global Study Abroad Network
Mercer University added five new international partner campuses this year, building on its reputation as one of Georgia's most globally connected universities.
Kennesaw State University Adds Cybersecurity Bachelor's Degree
Kennesaw State University launched a new cybersecurity bachelor's degree this spring, responding to employer demand from financial and healthcare companies across Metro Atlanta.
Healthcare
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Wellstar Expands Mental Health Crisis Services
Wellstar Health System expanded its mental health crisis response team, adding mobile units able to respond directly to crisis calls across Cobb County.
Georgia Hospitals Report Progress on Nursing Shortage Amid New Training Pipelines
Georgia hospital systems say new partnerships with nursing schools are beginning to ease staffing vacancies, though officials caution the shortage remains far from resolved.
Emory Healthcare Partners With Hospitals Statewide on Rural Access Initiative
Emory Healthcare is partnering with hospitals in rural Georgia counties to place medical residents in underserved areas as part of a new access initiative.
Grady Health System Opens Advanced Cardiac Care Unit
Grady Health System opened a new cardiac care unit in Atlanta featuring expanded catheterization labs and a dedicated heart failure recovery wing.
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Opens New Behavioral Health Center
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta opened a dedicated pediatric behavioral health center adding inpatient beds and an expanded outpatient crisis stabilization program.
Business Leaders
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Savannah Hospitality Group CEO Carmen Delgado Reinvents Historic District Tourism Strategy
Carmen Delgado's hospitality group Riverfront Collective is betting on family entertainment and non-traditional attractions to diversify Savannah's historic district tourism economy.
Atlanta Tech Founder Derek Osei Raises $45 Million Series B for AI Startup
Derek Osei's Atlanta-based startup Clearlane AI South raised a $45 million Series B round to expand its supply chain forecasting software beyond its initial retail customer base.
Augusta Retail Executive Renee Castillo Named to National Business Leadership Council
Renee Castillo, chief operating officer of Augusta-based retail chain Harborview Home Goods South, was named to a national business leadership council recognizing executives driving regional retail growth.
Atlanta Real Estate Developer Nathan Ross Breaks Ground on Beltline-Adjacent Revitalization
Nathan Ross's development firm Ironline Partners broke ground on a mixed-use project aimed at revitalizing a long-underused stretch of land near the Atlanta Beltline.
Georgia Tech-Trained Engineer Julian Marsh Launches Robotics Manufacturing Firm in Augusta
Julian Marsh is building warehouse automation robots at a new Augusta manufacturing facility, betting that reshoring pressure will drive demand for domestically built automation hardware.
Finance & Economy
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Georgia State Budget Adds Record Investment in Infrastructure
Georgia's newly signed state budget includes a record infrastructure allocation targeting transit, bridge repair, and coastal flood mitigation projects.
Atlanta Startup Incubators Report Record Venture Funding Year
Startups affiliated with Atlanta's growing network of business incubators raised a record amount of venture funding this year, signaling growing investor confidence in the city's tech ecosystem.
Atlanta Beltline-Adjacent Condo Prices Climb Amid Limited Supply
Condo prices along the Atlanta Beltline continue climbing as new construction fails to keep pace with demand from buyers seeking walkable urban living.
Regional Banks in Georgia Expand Branches in Underserved Communities
Several regional banks are opening new branches in Georgia communities that have lacked convenient access to traditional banking services, part of a broader financial inclusion push.
State Economists Project Steady Growth for Georgia Through 2027
State economists released a forecast projecting steady, moderate economic growth for Georgia through 2027, citing logistics, healthcare, and financial services as key drivers.
Beauty & Wellness
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Georgia Nail Salons Adopt Safer Ventilation Standards Amid Client Demand
Georgia nail salons are voluntarily adopting improved ventilation systems as clients and workers increasingly prioritize air quality alongside traditional service quality.
Buckhead Skincare Clinics Expand Access to Dermatologist-Backed Facials
Buckhead skincare clinics are expanding access to dermatologist-supervised facial treatments, bridging a gap between traditional spa services and clinical dermatology care.
Savannah Historic District Resort Spas Expand Weekend Wellness Packages
Savannah historic district resort spas are expanding multi-day wellness packages aimed at weekend travelers looking for a relaxation-focused alternative to the district's traditional walking tours.
Atlanta Barbershops and Grooming Studios See Rise in Men's Skincare Demand
Atlanta barbershops are adding facial treatments and skincare consultations to their service menus as demand for men's grooming services expands beyond haircuts.
Savannah Spa Introduces Personalized Skincare Consultations Using Skin Analysis Tech
A Savannah spa is using digital skin analysis technology to build personalized skincare regimens for clients, replacing generic product recommendations with data-driven plans.