Georgia Department of Economic Development Email Format
Government AdministrationGeorgia, United States201-500 Employees
The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) functions as Georgia’s principal government agency for economic development and serves as the state’s sales and marketing arm. It aims to attract new business investment, support the expansion of existing industries and small businesses, and open new markets for Georgia products. In addition, the agency acts as the state's official destination marketing organization, promoting travel to Georgia and supporting the state's film and digital entertainment sectors. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, GDEcD plans and mobilizes state resources to foster innovation and the arts, supporting opportunities across the state from the mountains to the coast. It operates as a mid-sized public-sector organization coordinating economic development efforts and partnerships among government, business, and community stakeholders. A recent development highlights progress in its program work: the Tradeport West Business Center earned Georgia Ready for Accelerated Development certification with Select status in April 2026.