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Economic Development Week 2024

Economic Development Week (May 6-10, 2024), was created in 2016 by International Economic Development Council (IEDC), during which communities across North America will celebrate and recognize the contributions made by professional economic developers to create more economically vibrant and livable communities.

Decide DeKalb will be celebrating DeKalb businesses all week long during Economic Development Week and will host a range of events.

Business Resources 101

Decide DeKalb, in partnership with the City of Tucker and the Better Business Bureau are teaming up to bring this special event focused on funding and educational resources available to support your business growth.

Monday, May 6, 2024
Time: 2:00-4:00 P.M.
Tucker Recreation Center 4898 Lavista Rd. Tucker, GA 30084
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Opportunity Unveiled: Everything You Need To Know About Opportunity Zones

Decide DeKalb recently introduced three new State Opportunity Zones. Discover more about what State Opportunity Zones are and how your business can qualify for a $3,500 Job Tax Credit.

Virtual Webinar
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
RSVP To Receive Zoom Link

 

MADE In DeKalb Graduation Ceremony

DeKalb County is home to more than 500 manufacturers that offer rewarding and high-paying careers to nearly 13,000 people. Decide DeKalb is committed to ensuring our workforce is equipped for these jobs by offering an annual cohort program, MADE In DeKalb (MADE stands for Manufacturing, Automation, and Distribution Emerging in DeKalb). Join us as we celebrate our 2024 graduates and learn more about this unique program.

Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Time: 5:30-7:00 P.M.
Georgia Piedmont Technical College Conference Center
495 N Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
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Networking Mixer For The Entertainment Industry

DeKalb Entertainment Commission and Georgia Production Partners will host a special networking event. Dekalb business owners are encouraged to join and learn about opportunities to engage in the film and television industry.

Monday, May 6, 2024
Time: 6:00-8:00 P.M.
The Lakehouse of Avondale Estates
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The ABCs of TADs (Tax Allocation Districts)

this virtual webinar, led by Decide DeKalb’s President and resident TAD expert, Dorian DeBarr, will share the ins and outs of this economic development tool and how it can help spark positive change in the community. 

Virtual Webinar
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
RSVP To Receive Zoom Link

 

Sunset In DeKalb

The 2nd Annual Sunset In DeKalb, will be an enchanting evening at dusk, as we come together to celebrate DeKalb’s accomplishments and look ahead to the possibilities of the future. Invitation only.

Thursday, May 9, 2024