Wednesday Conversation: Regional Economy

Georgia’s financial transaction industry dominates that particular field so handily some in the business call it “Transaction Alley.” Today an advocate says future industry growth could stall unless the state produces a skilled, trained workforce for job vacancies. Elsewhere, writers opine on the “sharing economy” and the 40th anniversary of an advocacy agency for minority-owned supplier businesses.

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New American-British trade deal benefits cities from London to Atlanta

The United Kingdom's new Modern Industrial Strategy benefits U.S. states like Georgia, which is a leader in key economic sectors such as fintech.

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AJC readers write on weather changes and political shifts.

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Being a dad isn’t hard. It’s the other stuff around you that becomes harder

'Liberal Redneck Manifesto' author and comedian Corey Ryan Forrester shares his observations about being the father of a little boy and what's hard and easy about being a dad.

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New American-British trade deal benefits cities from London to Atlanta

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Being a dad isn’t hard. It’s the other stuff around you that becomes harder

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UPS offers unprecedented buyouts for drivers

The Teamsters union, which represents about 340,000 UPS employees, is urging its full-time members to reject the offers.

Longtime south Atlanta flea market set for massive mixed-use makeover

The developer is planning one of the largest projects in Atlanta’s Southside, a more than $500 million project near Greenbriar Mall.

MARTA chief Collie Greenwood retiring early

MARTA CEO and General Manager Collie Greenwood is leaving “because of immigration and personal matters” and has elected early retirement.