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Business recruitment, retention, and renewal for Albany-Dougherty County. www.choosealbany.com

10/16/2026

We were proud to host 13 economic development partners for our annual Developer Day!
This two-day showcase gave leaders a firsthand look at why Albany-Dougherty County is an ideal hub for business growth and investment. From exploring our available industrial sites and community assets to connecting with local leadership, we highlighted the strategic opportunities shaping the future of our region.
A huge thank you to our local partners and community hosts who made this event a success and demonstrated true Southwest Georgia hospitality: • Thomas & Hutton for sponsoring our Community Reception at the St. Nicholas Hotel • Wynfield Plantation for hosting our outdoor networking and s***t shoot activity • Georgia Department of Natural Resources - Georgia DNR • Don Gray and Facilities Management • Phoebe Putney Health System for the tour of their Living and Learning Center and Simulation Lab • 4C Academy for showcasing our workforce development initiatives
Finally, a sincere thank you to all of our attendees for spending time in our community. Together, we’re continuing to build strong statewide partnerships and showcase everything Albany-Dougherty County has to offer! 📍💼
Stay tuned for more pictures to come from this fantastic two-day event! 📸

10/15/2026

ADEDC September-October Recap: Moving Albany-Dougherty Forward! 🚀🌾

From regional growth and community support to hands-on agricultural training, here is a look back at what the Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission has been up to across our region!

✨ Georgia Chamber State of Rural Prosperity (Sept. 30):

On September 30th, our team joined business leaders and economic development partners at the Georgia Chamber’s State of Rural Prosperity event. It was a great opportunity to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing rural communities across Georgia, while collaborating on strategies to drive economic vitality right here in Albany and Dougherty County.

🎓 Professional Growth with the Georgia Academy for Economic Development:

Office Manager Callie Baker and Business Resource Coordinator Kirsten Hayes completed The Essentials session through the Georgia Academy for Economic Development! Designed for local decision-makers and community leaders, the course provided actionable tools for collaborative leadership and a clearer vision for driving sustainable community growth across Dougherty County.

🚜 Hands-On Farm Operations & Market Readiness Workshop:

In partnership with The Grow Kit Collective ,Georgia Grown Albany Business Resource Coordinator Kirsten Hayes hosted a specialized workshop for our local growers at RESORA! Featuring expert Glenn Volpe, attendees dove deep into essential harvest workflows, cold chain logistics, and buyer requirements tailored specifically for small-scale operations. We are proud to support local agriculture and equip our growers with the tools to thrive!

🎀 Pink Walk/Run 5K for Breast Cancer Awareness:

The ADEDC team was honored to participate in the Pink Walk/Run 5K presented by Phoebe Putney Health System . Coming together with our community to honor those we’ve lost, support those still fighting, and raise awareness for breast cancer was a deeply meaningful experience for our whole team!

10/13/2026

🌺 Big news for Osanyin’s House! 🌺

Here at the Georgia Grown Business Resource Center Albany, it’s been an absolute honor working alongside Tom and Patricia Swain over the past few months to support their journey. Watching them leverage their Georgia Grown membership, build exciting new partnerships, and grow day by day is what our work is all about!
They are currently at the Georgia State Fair sharing their delicious, health-boosting Hibiscus tea leaves in the Georgia Grown Market.

Stop by and support them at the fair or visit their website to place an order and experience it for yourself!

👉https://osanyinshouse.com/

10/12/2026

Happy National Farmers Day! Thank you to the farmers and ag partners who feed our country and power Dougherty County’s economy.

10/08/2026

Replaying the highlights from the Southwest Georgia Career Expo! 🌟

Over 600 job seekers and 30+ employers packed the Albany Civic Center to build career paths and strengthen our local workforce across manufacturing, healthcare, higher education, technical trades, and beyond.

A big thank you once again to all of our event partners, participating employers, and every job seeker who came out to make the day such a success. Special thanks as well to the team at the Albany Civic Center and Flint River Entertainment Complex for hosting us!

10/05/2026

Strengthening connections, spotlighting innovation! 🏭✨

Tuesday’s industry tour was a powerful reminder of the quality, talent, and partnerships fueling Dougherty County’s economy.

Huge thanks to our incredible hosts for welcoming us:
• Sunnyland Farms for sharing your rich history and legacy of excellence with Alex Willson.
• Albany Technical College for an outstanding chef-prepared lunch and an inspiring look at local workforce solutions.
• Angelini Pharma (ThermaCare) for giving us a behind-the-scenes look at high-standard quality control in manufacturing.
• Molson Coors Beverage Company for demonstrating the precision and craft behind every brew with Greg Wiggins and team.

Every industry in our region plays a vital role, and together, these strong partnerships create real opportunities for growth. Thank you to everyone who joined us!

10/02/2026

What an incredible day connecting job seekers with local opportunities! 💼✨

Over 600 attendees gathered at the Albany Civic Center for our annual Southwest Georgia Career Expo! With 30+ vendors representing diverse industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, higher education, and technical trades, our community came together to build career paths and strengthen our local workforce.

A huge thank you to all our participating employers and vendors, to Southern Point Staffing for providing resume-building assistance and printing services, and to Ashley's Business Solutions for providing printers that helped make the event a success! 📝

We also extend a special thank you to everyone at the Flint River Entertainment Complex for helping us host such a fantastic event!

09/25/2026

100 YEARS of family farming in Albany, Georgia! 🎉🌳

Congratulations to Willson Farming Company on reaching their centennial milestone. From purchasing their first local pecan orchard in 1926 to establishing the nationally recognized Sunnyland Farms brand in 1948, the Willson family has showcased quality, innovation, and community stewardship for a century.

We’re honored to highlight this remarkable accomplishment for our local agribusiness community!

📍 Visit https://www.sunnylandfarms.com/willson-farming-company-centennial/ to follow along with their centennial updates throughout the season.

09/24/2026

Today's the Day! 🎉

The 2026 SWGA Career Expo is happening today at the Albany Civic Center from 9 AM - 2 PM.

Come ready to meet employers, explore career opportunities, and take the next step toward what's next.

We'll see you there! 🙌

09/23/2026

Great morning celebrating regional growth with our neighbors! The Albany-Dougherty EDC was honored to join the Worth County Economic Development Authority yesterday for the groundbreaking of the Worth Industrial Complex East Road Construction Project in Sylvester.

Strong infrastructure builds strong communities, and this new road opens the door for business recruitment, job growth, and economic opportunity across southwest Georgia. Congratulations to Worth County EDA, DCA, GDEcD, and all the community leaders who made this milestone possible. Regional partnerships move us all forward! 🏗️🛣️💼

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125 Pine Avenue, Suite 200
Albany, GA
31701

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Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

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http://www.choosealbany.com/

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