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Buckhead mansion sells for nearly $20 million, record Atlanta price
The house is "Scandinavian in style with a Japanese vibe." The best deals and projects in Atlanta commercial real estate will be revealed at Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Best in Atlanta Real Estate awards dinner. Rub elbows with a high-powered crowd of real estate leaders and find out how they got the deal done!
Portman's new hospitality leader has 'ability to roll with the punches'
Kaunteya Chitnis, in January, joined Portman Holdings to manage the company's national hotel operations. Atlanta-based Portman has developed more than 20,000 hotel keys across the world. That includes three of Atlanta’s largest hotels: the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, Hyatt Regency Atlanta and Westin Peachtree Plaza. The company today also manages...
Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta projects $100 million affordable housing investment
Here's how the record funding will be used. The best deals and projects in Atlanta commercial real estate will be revealed at Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Best in Atlanta Real Estate awards dinner. Rub elbows with a high-powered crowd of real estate leaders and find out how they got the deal done!
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Comcast announced today that Joann Gonzalez has been named Regional Vice President of Human Resources for the company’s South Region. She will be based in Atlanta, Ga. and report to Mike McArdle, Regional Senior Vice President for Comcast. In her new role, she will oversee all human resources activities for the region. Gonzalez has more than 25 years of human resources experience, with more than 18 years at Comcast. Most recently, she served as VP of Human Resources at the company’s national headquarters supporting Customer Care. Previously, she worked in Comcast’s Central and West Divisions, serving in a variety of leadership roles. “Joann brings impressive credentials to the South Region including vast industry knowledge, a unique skillset and culture-focused leadership,” said McArdle. “I look forward to the immediate impact she is sure to make by leading our essential human resources team.” Joann earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Kean University and her Master of Business Administration degree from Union University. She is a member of Women in Cable Telecommunications’ Southeast Chapter and is a two-time recipient of their “Red Letter Award” which recognizes outstanding achievement and leadership. Additionally, she has served as a mentor for the South Region’s Black Employee Network. Outside of work, Joann and her husband, Wil, enjoy traveling and spending time outdoors with their three dogs.
Austin-based apartment firm acquires sprawling community in Brookhaven
The multifamily transaction was the second over $50 million to close in the month of February. The best deals and projects in Atlanta commercial real estate will be revealed at Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Best in Atlanta Real Estate awards dinner. Rub elbows with a high-powered crowd of real estate leaders and find out how they got the deal done!
Legislators grill top economic development official about Rivian factory delay
State senators raise doubts about Rivian. Join Atlanta Business Chronicle as we spotlight the next generation of Atlanta's business leaders! We will honor 40 leaders - under the age of 40 - who have made significant career achievements and have demonstrated social responsibility.
Ackerman & Co. proposes townhome development next to Atlanta BeltLine's Westside Trail
The project would add for-sale housing to the rapidly developing West End neighborhood. The best deals and projects in Atlanta commercial real estate will be revealed at Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Best in Atlanta Real Estate awards dinner. Rub elbows with a high-powered crowd of real estate leaders and find out how they got the deal done!
These are America's wealthiest colleges and universities
Endowments at the 100 wealthiest colleges in America fell by an average of 3.3% between 2021 and 2022, but they rose an average of 35% since 2019. <\p> That’s according to a recent Business Journals analysis of data from the U.S. Department of Education.<\p>
Former Umi chef plans two restaurants at new Midtown office tower
A sushi chef with a resume that includes time at two Atlanta hotspots is developing a pair of new Midtown restaurants.<\p> Fuyuhiko Ito, formerly of MF Sushi and Umi, plans to open Sozou and Omakase by Ito at the Spring Quarter mixed-use project, developer Portman Holdings announced. Both restaurants will take residence within the 1020 Spring office tower that is in development as part of Spring Quarter.<\p>
It's been a banner fall for this ATL fintech darling. Here's why.
It’s been a banner fall for financial technology startup Rainforest Pay Inc., which was founded in 2022 by Georgia Tech alum Joshua Silver. <\p> Late last month, it won the early-stage company pitch contest at investor conference Venture Atlanta. It was also honored in the fintech category of the Atlanta Inno's Fire Awards. <\p>
Georgians for a Healthy Future director believes in the power of a sabbatical
Laura Colbert credits her two dogs, Mud and Ginger, with helping her maintain her own health and work-life balance in the face of numerous pressing priorities. This series brings together exceptional female leaders in interactive sessions to create a source of inspiration and a source for learning and growth. The fall series will focus on owning your seat at the table.
Aviation Week Network's Lydia Janow: Convention costs are up
Aviation Week’s MRO Americas and its companion, Military Aviation Logistics & Maintenance Symposium, were held here in April. The event drew an estimated 15,750 attendees and 869 product and service providers to the Georgia World Congress Center.
NEMT: Building the “perfect” member trip through collaboration, technology
In the recent past, nonemergency medical transportation (NEMT) organizations and transportation providers (TPs) were brought together by a strictly transactional relationship. This method of running an NEMT business wasn’t, and isn’t, the best way to do this important work. While the relationships wouldn’t be described as antagonistic, neither...
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Tishman Speyer division acquires massive apartment community in Sandy Springs
Avia is one of few large apartment buildings to trade this year. Prime site near Fox Theatre sells to apartment developer. Atlanta needs workforce housing. Buckhead turns to employers. Kolter Urban eyes more condo developments in Buckhead.
Construction delayed on Propel Center, virtual classes move forward
Classes have started at a HBCU student incubator backed by corporate giants, but its splashy global headquarters in Atlanta is facing delays. Join Atlanta Business Chronicle as we honor a remarkable group of women who have made significant strides in their careers, are making a difference in their communities and blazing a trail for others.
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