Economic Development News: Fall 2019 Edition
Welcome to the Fall 2019 Edition of the
Economic Development Newsletter -
It's an Exciting TIme to Be in Sandy Springs!
Save the Date
Sandy Springs Innovation Center Luncheon
J oin us for the 2nd Innovation in Action luncheon on Wednesday August 21st at City Springs. See how the GA Centers of Innovation work with companies to bring innovation that brings change and growth. During the event you will get practical, actionable ideas to bring innovation to your company and learn more about how the Georgia Centers of Innovation can support your efforts.

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Cecil B. Day School of Hospitality Career Fair
Are you looking for employees with an interest in Hospitality? Then register for the Cecil B. Day School of Hospitality Career Fair on Friday, September 20th from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Visit the employer registration link for more details. If you have positions open now, you can send your availabilities to [email protected] to post on their Hospitality Job Board .
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Get Involved
Georgia Site Selector
Are you a real-estate broker? Increase the visibility of your commercial and industrial properties by adding them to Georgia.org, the website of the Georgia Department of Economic Development.

The additions and updates of your properties in Georgia.org/SiteSelector are automatically sent to the available properties databases that Electric Cities of Georgia, Georgia EMC and Georgia Power create and maintain. This free services provides up-to-date building information about your properties in all four databases by entering it only once!

Benefits
Prospects can review key information about your available buildings related to state and federal incentives, broadband infrastructure, nearby colleges and universities, and other community assets.
Prospects can easily click through to city, county, or regional profiles to review data on local workforce, businesses, and more.

First Steps
Request your login credentials by visiting this page. If you have any questions you can contact the Site Selector Administrator at [email protected]  or 404-962-4931, or contact the Sandy Springs Economic Development team at [email protected] .
Have A Meeting With The Economic Development Team
We want to meet you! We want to hear about your business successes and offer our support through sharing details about programs and opportunities that could add value for your business and employees. To set up a meeting with the team. email Caroline Davis or call (770) 206-1571. We will come to you!
Andrea Worthy, Economic Development Director
Caroline Davis, Economic Development Specialist
Sandy Springs Alerts
Opt in for emergency notifications regarding lane and road closures, severe weather and power outages, and other safety concerns by signing up for Sandy Springs Alerts. You choose the notifications you want to receive. You can find additional ways to stay informed of happenings in Sandy Springs here .
Development Opportunities  
Leadership Sandy Springs
Congratulations to Leadership Sandy Springs on receiving the 2019 Excellence in Innovation Award by the Association of Leadership Programs! LSS was specifically recognized for its "Live Learn Lead" speaker series that fosters engagement between the diverse business, nonprofit, and civic communities in Sandy Springs and Central Perimeter. Learn more about Leadership Sandy Springs and its additional programming here .
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The KSU MBA Program is Coming to Sandy Springs!
The Kennesaw State University Coles College of Business is bringing their evening MBA program to Sandy Springs starting this fall. The program is AACSB accredited, nationally ranked and is the next step to achieving your career goals. The KSU MBA provides you with the skills and network you need to reach your full potential.

The KSU MBA Advantage:
  • Ranked among the best business schools in the nation
  • Ph.D. faculty who are researchers and maintain close ties to the world of business
  • Each class 6:00pm – 8:00pm one night per week
  • Higher Return on Your Investment
  • Higher earnings potential than colleagues without masters degrees
  • Attain skills and insights that help advance your career
  • Opportunity to build a world-class network
Sandy Springs Development Authority
Meet the
New Board Members
Sunny Park and Toshia Battle recently joined the Sandy Springs Development Authority and went through certification training from the Carl Vinson Institute of Government.
Sunny Park
Sunny is the CEO of General Building Maintenance, which he founded GBM in 1983, with the motto “Zero Defects is Our Goal”. GBM was awarded as one of Fastest Growing Companies in Atlanta, and recognized by numerous clients and professional organizations with awards for efforts to deliver quality services proactively since 1983.

Sunny, Atlanta Business Hall of Fame laureate, and USO Patriot Medal recipient, is a naturalized U.S. citizen. Sunny is former Vice Chairman of The Georgia Port Authority. He has been named One of the Most Influential Atlantans multiple times. Sunny is Vice Chairman of Youth Challenge Academy Foundation and an active and involved donor through The Community Foundation.
Toshia Battle
Toshia is a Program Manager with Northrop Grumman Corporation. As part of the Program Management team she oversees and manages operations to support $78m in government contracts. Toshia’s expertise is focused on implementing business initiatives across multi-functional teams and navigating rapidly changing environments with competing priorities.

She holds an Executive MBA with a focus in Leadership from University of Georgia, Terry College of Business. She also has a BBA from James Madison University. Toshia serves the Northrop Grumman Employee Resource Groups (ERG) as Vice President of the Atlanta Chapter Northrop Grumman Women’s International Network (NGWIN) and as Treasurer of the Atlanta Chapter African American Task Group (AATG). She is a graduate of the Leadership Sandy Springs Class of 2016 and currently serves on the board of the Community Assistance Center.
Development Opportunities
Available Incentive: Workforce Housing
This program allows a reduction in impact fees when a housing project proposes to create at least 150 new or replacement housing units and at least 20 percent of the units are made available to individuals or families with annual incomes of no more than 120 percent of the annual median income of all households in Sandy Springs. Exemptions are also possible for any housing project of at least 150 housing units that proposes to replace at least 150 existing rental housing units with no less than 75 percent of the units intended for home ownership. For more information, contact: Caroline Davis
Summer in Sandy Springs
City Green Live Summer Concert Series
The City Green is alive with the sound of music this summer! City Green Live is a free concert series that will fill many summer Friday nights with a variety of music genres. Festivities begin at 6:30 p.m. and the music starts at 7:30 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket, set up a lawn chairs, or reserve a table. A limited number of reserved tables are now on sale. Bring your own picnic or purchase from one of the nearby restaurants or event food trucks. Only alcohol purchased on site is permitted. Check out the remaining lineup at citysprings.com and plan to meet us on the Green! City Green Live is sponsored by the Sandy Springs Arts Foundation.
Host Your Event or Meeting at City Springs
Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center - Byers Theatre
The centerpiece of the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center is the 1,070-seat Byers Theatre. The 50,000 square-foot theatre supports a wide range of programs and activities, and sections of the theatre can be darkened to create a sense of intimacy for smaller audiences. Take your VIP event to the next level – the adjacent Park View lounge will elevate the experience with view of the City Green and Byers Theatre lobby.
Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center - Studio Theatre
The Studio Theatre is the most versatile space with the capability to accommodate intimate performances, corporate meetings, and banquet-style events. To learn more about booking a space at City Springs, visit the Book a Venue tab on their website .
This newsletter is prepared by the City of Sandy Springs. You can learn more about the City on our website at  sandyspringsga.gov. You can also telephone our Call Center 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 770-730-5600.