Fiscal Year
2026

YEAR IN REVIEW

A paved path winds beneath large oak trees draped with Spanish moss in a sunlit, wooded area of the Golden Isles.

A cable-stayed bridge spans a wide river beneath a partly cloudy sky in the golden isles, with a large cargo ship labeled DEM FIVE passing underneath.

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Fiscal Year
2026
YEAR IN REVIEW

Shaping Success

Accountability for our actions and results is one of our core values.

To uphold this standard, GIDA utilizes the Objective and Key Results (OKR) system for goal setting, supported by structured processes and tools to monitor progress and ensure alignment. Here are some of those results:

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New Project Investment

New and expanding businesses committed $70 million in capital investment, strengthening Glynn County’s industrial base and supporting continued economic growth.

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New Jobs Created

Business attraction and expansion projects generated 90 new jobs, creating additional career opportunities for residents across Glynn County.

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Projects Sourced Through Industry Partners

Relationships with site-selection consultants and commercial real estate professionals generated 38% of GIDA’s project pipeline, exceeding the 25% goal.

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Business Expansions Supported

GIDA played an active role in expansions by Troy Acoustics, Jered, Quaker City Plating, Brewer Technologies, and RSW.

Your Progress, Our Purpose

Celebrating local economic growth and new business development as we work together to create a thriving community.

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New Business & Growth

Learn about the new projects, expansions, and strategic investments driving business growth and job creation in the Golden Isles.

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Local Economy Impact

Discover how GIDA’s initiatives have boosted Glynn County’s economy, increased wages, and strengthened local businesses for a thriving community.

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Shaping Future Growth

Looking Ahead

Explore GIDA’s strategic vision for 2026-2027, focused on business attraction, talent development, site development, and business retention, while identifying new opportunities to strengthen industry engagement and regional competitiveness.

OUr Vision

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