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For the last several years, Atlanta has grown with lightning speed. Companies of all sizes have relocated to or been established in the metro area, and the population has increased with equal momentum. Local counties and cities have ramped up their economic development efforts to match the area鈥檚 impressive evolution, and the ATL has become a magnet for even more expansion. And although this successful growth can be found across the entire 20-county region, there definitely are hot spots that have emerged as coveted locales for relocators. Here, we look at four counties that are catching the eye of businesses and individuals alike and shining a light on Atlanta鈥檚 outstanding economic development achievements.

Henry County

Located only 20 miles southeast of Downtown Atlanta, Henry County has become one of the metro Atlanta area鈥檚 most popular destinations for new business. Its location so close to Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, as well as its access to both direct rail service from Norfolk Southern Railroad and the Port of Savannah, makes this county a bona fide hub for the global advanced manufacturing, transportation and distribution industries. Henry also is recognized as a premier spot for the automotive industry, as well as companies in the healthcare services, logistics and professional services arenas.

The Major Cities of Henry County: Stockbridge, McDonough, Locust Grove and Hampton.

The Top Economic Stories in Henry County

Purple Innovation, Inc.

鈥⑩赌侷n March 2021, , a leading smart home and energy-efficient lighting brand, announced that it would invest more than $25 million to open a distribution center in Henry County, which will be the company鈥檚 first distribution center on the East Coast and will create 120 jobs for the area.

鈥⑩赌�, a leading manufacturer of protective packaging for both consumer and industrial market segments, recently began to call Henry County home with the opening of a $14 million manufacturing facility in McDonough; the move to the county will create 80 jobs initially and add up to 150 more opportunities over the next several years.

鈥⑩赌�, the creator of the popular Purple庐 Mattress, is bringing 500 jobs to Henry County with a new customer service call center located in McDonough. The center is an expansion of its current Henry County facility and will open in the spring of 2022 to handle production, fulfillment, customer care and other areas of the burgeoning business.

DeKalb County

DeKalb County has been recognized as one the fastest-growing job markets in the State of Georgia, particularly in the healthcare, retail and food service arenas. Over the last several years, major organizations have decided to call the county home, including Amazon, Zillow, State Farm Insurance and IHG Hotels & Resorts. Those names join an impressive list that includes Emory Healthcare, Children鈥檚 Healthcare of Atlanta and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In fact, more than half of Fortune 500 companies in Georgia can be found in DeKalb. What鈥檚 more, the entertainment industry has played a significant role in the county鈥檚 economic development feats.

The Major Cities of DeKalb County: Avondale Estates, Brookhaven, Chamblee, Decatur, Dunwoody, Stone Mountain and Tucker, among others.

The Top Economic Stories in DeKalb County

Eagle Rock Studios

鈥⑩赌俉ith three major film studios located in DeKalb County鈥�, and 鈥攖he return of entertainment productions during the COVID pandemic was a huge boon for the metro area. In fact, the film and television industry in Georgia reported that the local film industry set a new record with $4 billion in direct spending on productions within the state during fiscal year 2021.

鈥⑩赌�, one of the country鈥檚 leading minority-owned bakeries, chose to locate its first East Coast location in DeKalb County. The recently opened 17,000-square-foot facility in Tucker ultimately will bring 400 jobs to the area, as well as an investment of $37 million over the next five years.

鈥⑩赌侾lans for a new Amazon 鈥渓ast-mile鈥� distribution center are moving forward in Chamblee. In March of 2021, the City Council rezoned 24 acres of property to make way for the 103,000-square-foot facility, which will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week and be the last stop for packages being distributed throughout metro Atlanta.

Gwinnett County

Mixed-used developments are popping up all over Gwinnett County these days, thanks in large part to the many businesses that are looking for office space in the state鈥檚 second most populous county. More than 500 internationally based businesses have planted roots in Gwinnett, which also plays host to a variety of booming industries, from information technology and health sciences to professional services and supply chain management. The county also boasts a diversity index of 80 percent and a labor force that is 1.8 million strong. And with a wide range of incentives and resources, Gwinnett continues to be a major draw for companies of all sizes.

The Major Cities of Gwinnett County: Duluth, Lawrenceville, Norcross, Buford, Suwanee and Peachtree Corners, as well as several additional cities.

The Top Economic Stories in Gwinnett County

鈥⑩赌�, a pioneer in robotic-assisted surgery and a leader in minimally invasive care, announced that it will invest more than $500 million in its current campus in Gwinnett County鈥攁n effort that will add 1,200 jobs to Peachtree Corners. The expansion will include more than 750,000 square feet of manufacturing and engineering operations, as well as training facilities for surgeons and hospital care teams.

鈥⑩赌侫 $15 million capital investment and 300 jobs will come from 鈥� corporate relocation to Gwinnett County. The company, which delivers custom breads across food service and retail industries nationwide, will move its bakery and corporate offices to a 176,000-square-foot facility in unincorporated Gwinnett.

鈥⑩赌�, a provider of specialized healthcare and education staffing services to hospitals and schools across the country, announced in June that it will expand its Gwinnett County operations, adding 200 jobs for the local workforce. The company recently expanded its Peachtree Corners headquarters by 25,000 square feet, and the new jobs associated with the expansion will focus on education and healthcare recruiting.

Fulton County

Of course, as the home of Downtown Atlanta, Midtown Atlanta and Buckhead, is a center of activity for the metro area鈥檚 economic development initiatives and successes. Fulton鈥檚 business climate is thriving, and it is recognized as having the third largest concentration of Fortune 500 companies in the United States. Yet, the county also boasts a robust list of small and mid-sized businesses, as well as numerous educational institutions that provide relocating companies with access to one of the country鈥檚 most well-prepared workforces.

The Major Cities of Fulton County: Alpharetta, Milton, Roswell, Johns Creek and Sandy Springs in North Fulton; Atlanta, East Point, College Park, Fairburn, Chattahoochee Hills, Union City and many more in South Fulton.

The Top Economic Stories in Fulton County

鈥⑩赌�, a global construction chemicals and building product company, will move its corporate headquarters from Boston to Atlanta. The relocation will bring 80 jobs to the metro area over the next two years, offering opportunities in accounting, finance, legal and information technology.

鈥⑩赌�, a global digital technology company, plans to invest $1.2 million in Fulton County when it opens a North American sales and information technology hub in Buckhead. The new facility will bring 137 jobs to the county.

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鈥⑩赌俇nion City is the home of 鈥檚 first Georgia location. The global manufacturer of custom packaging solutions brings with it a $47 million investment in the county, as well as 400 jobs. The company decided to operate out of an existing 500,000-square-foot facility in Union City and continues to hire for positions in manufacturing, logistics and customer experience.

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