Tyler Wilkins

3 weeks ago | bizjournals.com | Tyler Wilkins |expandByron E. Small |Byron Small

The city is launching a program to support businesses that contribute to Atlanta's history, culture and identity. Atlanta's longtime businesses will soon be eligible for marketing and financial assistance through a first-of-its-kind city program. On Tuesday, Atlanta officials are launching a legacy business program to support businesses that have operated in the city for 30 years or longer.

3 weeks ago | bizjournals.com | Tyler Wilkins |expandByron E. Small |Byron Small

A bill restricting the practice of third-party litigation financing is heading to Gov. Brian Kemp's desk for his signature. The second piece of “tort reform” legislation pitched by Gov. Brian Kemp is heading to his desk for a signature. The state Senate passed a final version of Senate Bill 69 on March 28 that incorporates changes recommended by the House. The bill aims to regulate and restrict the practice of third-party litigation funding in Georgia. Senate President Pro Tempore John F.

3 weeks ago | bizjournals.com | Tyler Wilkins

A group of lawmakers rejected an outright ban on THC-infused beverages. In a reversal, they recommended allowing them to be sold in liquor stores. A group of Georgia lawmakers rejected an outright ban on THC-infused drinks. In a reversal, they instead opted to broaden the places they can be sold. On Thursday, the state House Regulated Industries Committee unanimously passed a substitute to Senate Bill 254.

4 weeks ago | bizjournals.com | Tyler Wilkins

He will become the first Georgian to hold the role, which includes oversight of the U.S. Mint and Fort Knox. A Georgia lawmaker's signature is expected to appear on greenbacks. President Donald Trump has appointed state Sen. Brandon Beach (R-Alpharetta) as the next U.S. treasurer. Elected to his seat in the state Legislature in 2013, Beach is a steadfast Trump ally and well-known figure in metro Atlanta's business community who runs in economic development circles.

1 month ago | bizjournals.com | Tyler Wilkins

Five high-level officials are leaving the Atlanta-based agency, which comes after the contested decision to fire hundreds of employees. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reportedly lost almost one-third of its top managers. Five directors are leaving the Atlanta-based agency, according to a Tuesday report from the Associated Press.