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Atlanta’s vibrancy is rippling across the entire Southeast, bolstered by the growth of e-commerce and its inherent need for new and improved industrial space. Investor appetite is healthy as the low-interest environment creates favorable deal conditions, David Howard, president & CEO of Lee & Associates - Atlanta, told Invest:Insights.

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Located in Fulton County, the City of Fairburn is a key municipality within the Atlanta metro area. Infrastructure investments are vital in continuing to attract new business and residents to Fairburn, Mayor Elizabeth Carr-Hurst told Invest:Insights. The city is keenly focused on creating affordable housing options throughout its perimeter. Despite the ongoing pandemic challenges, the city budget passed with a millage rate of 8.1 and it is not expected to change in the near future, the mayor said.

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The City of Chamblee, to the north of the Atlanta metro area, continues to evolve and grow. Walkability has been a defining factor for the city and an area of focus for city leaders, Mayor Eric Clarkson told Invest:Insights. New development plans like the Town Center Master Plan and the ongoing redevelopment of the downtown area are positioning Chamblee for a successful post-COVID future.

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Throughout the pandemic, the banking sector worked hand in hand with commercial and personal banking clients, guiding them through the ongoing challenges. For community banks like American National Bank, the ability to be quick and nimble was an asset since the onset of the pandemic. The face-to-face component of banking and relationship building will never fully be replaced by video conferences, President and CEO Ginger Martin told Invest:Insights. As such, a strong retail branch footprint remains crucial for the success of the bank’s clients, she said.

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The Nashville LGBT Chamber of Commerce advances common business interests, economic growth, and inclusion in the workplace and society. In an interview with Invest:Insights, Joe Woolley, the Chamber’s CEO, discusses the importance of an inclusive environment to Nashville’s economic growth and efforts to support members in the face of ongoing challenges.

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The story of New Jersey is entering a new chapter of growth and opportunities. The state is expecting a V-shaped recovery on the back of a thriving housing market and a booming renewable energy, logistics and manufacturing trifecta. The state’s burgeoning film industry is another example of New Jersey’s diversified economy, Choose New Jersey President and CEO Jose Lozano told Invest:Insights. He spoke about the essence of ongoing challenges, as well as the many opportunities created by the pandemic.

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The West Palm Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is charged with promoting and enhancing a vibrant Downtown West Palm Beach for all. Executive Director Raphael Clemente spoke with Invest:Insights about the DDA’s strategies to position Downtown for growth and addressed the challenges impacting the area. The opening of the new downtown trolley was celebrated by the local community and was a step in the right direction for downtown’s mobility vision, he remarked.

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The Triangle market boasts education heavyweights and a competitive edge in the high-tech, pharma and biotech industries, making it desirable for architects and developers alike. For industry professionals, the pandemic ushered in a bevy of challenges revolving around affordability, infrastructure and permitting, Steve Hepler, Raleigh officer leader for LS3P, told Invest:Insights. A keen focus on sourcing regional and domestic products has been key in dealing with supply chain disruption and price escalation, Hepler said. Sustainability continues to be a strong focus for the firm as well as its clients. Despite the challenges, LS3P continues to grow its footprint as evidenced by their new office in the Atlanta market.

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Sep 29, 2021

The Triangle market continues to be a powerhouse destination for business and population growth along the Southeast. Investment appetite remains strong, especially in areas such as multifamily and industrial asset classes, Spectrum Companies CEO Steve McClure told Invest:Insights. Challenges such as rising costs remain, and communication will be key in anticipating and addressing the ongoing challenges. 
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Sep 24, 2021

 

Higher education institutions were called upon to rise above the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Based in Miami-Dade, St. Thomas University is committed to enabling social mobility and educating leaders for life, especially in the face of ongoing disruption. President David Armstrong spoke with Invest:Insights about the university’s standing in the aftermath of the pandemic, the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion strategies and the future of higher education. For more information about our interviewee, visit: https://www.stu.edu/