Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission
Non-profit OrganizationsGeorgia, United States2-10 Employees
The Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission acts as the official economic development organization for Albany-Dougherty County, focusing on attracting investment and creating local jobs through the recruitment, retention, and expansion of industry. It collaborates with industry players, partner agencies, educational institutions, the community, and government at all levels to marshal assets and a shared vision for growth. Albany-Dougherty County is a hub for health care, retail, manufacturing, defense, logistics, education and culture in Southwest Georgia, with these sectors driving economic activity. The organization operates as a non-profit focused on economic development across sectors such as manufacturing, health care, distribution and logistics, defense, real estate, and customer-care and back-office centers, with marketing and public relations support. It is based in Albany, Georgia, and maintains a small team that engages in partnerships to advance its mission. In April 2026, it partnered with the Georgia Department of Agriculture to launch the Georgia Grown Resource Center in Albany.