Fulton ranks as 4th best county in America for economic development

Fulton County has been named the fourth best county in America for economic development, according to a new poll.

Site Selection Magazine , a source for insights on corporate real estate strategy and economic development, selects the “Top 20 Best Counties in America” by ranking counties that excel in attracting major corporate facility investments, new recruitment, and job creation.

The magazine evaluated all 3,142 counties in the United States based on new investments, further propelling Fulton to its current standing as the #1 county in the Southeast and the only county in Georgia to make the top rankings.

Fulton made a significant leap in the national rankings, moving from #11 last year to #4 this year among America’s top counties. Fulton also achieved the prestigious #1 position in the I-85 Corridor Report, which spotlights the best-performing counties in the region.

“We are honored to be named a leading county for economic development,” says Robb Pitts, Chairman, Fulton County Board of Commissioners. “We’ve worked hard to build a world-class and pro-business community. The recognition by Site Selection is a testament to the collaborative work of our partners at the State of Georgia, the region, and our 15 cities.”

“Diverse, well-educated talent and a collaborative ecosystem are fostering the growth of innovative industries such as tech and life sciences,” says Kristi Brigman, Deputy Commissioner of Global Commerce, Georgia Department of Economic Development. “Georgia’s partnership approach creates opportunities for companies across a variety of industries and sizes, and the state’s global gateways such as Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport facilitate access to U.S. and global markets.”

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