Small Business Development

Last modified Monday, July 21, 2008 8:51

Atlanta Regional Commission’s Workforce Development Division is a committed partner in Georgia’s Economic Development.  By developing an educated and trained workforce and providing businesses with opportunities for growth through skilled workers, The Atlanta Regional Workforce Board helps to create an environment of sustainable growth for the Metro Atlanta region.

Need Assistance on Federal Regulations?  Check out the Federal Compliance Point of Contact List.

Obtain information about local, state and federal resources by reviewing the “How to Start Your Own Business” (PDF) manual at any of ARC/ARWB ‘s Career Resource Centers

Learn more about the region’s economic development initiatives at these sites:

• Georgia Department of Community Affairs
• Georgia Department of Economic Development
• Georgia Economic Development Association
• Georgia Intellectual Capital Partnership Program

Chambers of Commerce

• Cherokee Chamber of Commerce
• Clayton County Chamber of Commerce
• Douglas County Chamber of Commerce
• Fayette County Chamber of Commerce
• Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce
• Henry County Chamber of Commerce
• Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce
• Conyers-Rockdale County Chamber of Commerce
• U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Development Authorities

• Clayton County Development Authority
• Conyers-Rockdale Economic Development Council
• Douglas County Development Authority
• Fayette County Development Authority
• Henry County Development Authority

Utility Companies

• Georgia Electric Membership Corporation
• Georgia Power
• Greystone Power Corporation
• Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia
• Jackson EMC