05/28/2026
Last week, we attended the ribbon cutting of The CTR, the transformed former CNN Center. The reimagination of this Atlanta landmark will bring vibrance to Downtown Atlanta by creating a business and entertainment destination for all.
Invest Atlanta was proud to support this redevelopment by facilitating roughly $60M in C-PACE financing. This tool allows us to leverage financing for energy improvements and efficiencies that support Mayor Dickens clean energy goals.
Learn more about C-PACE financing at investatlanta.com/pace.
05/22/2026
Invest Atlanta's Homeownership Team is celebrating Homeownership Month with our annual Open House Tour on Saturday, May 30! Stop by to learn how to receive up to $20K in down payment assistance for a new construction home.
This free event provides homebuyers with helpful information to purchase a home. Talk with our partners, attend a Homebuyer Q&A, and enjoy a self-guided tour of available homes for sale in the Grove Park, Monroe Heights, and West Highlands neighborhoods starting from The B.E.S.T. Academy.
Learn more and register at investatlanta.com/events.
05/14/2026
Last week we celebrated the grand opening of a very special pop-up, Be Kind ATL. This giftshop, located on Peachtree Street in Downtown Atlanta, celebrates partnership, bringing artisans, community partners and Atlanta culture together.
What started as the brainchild of our Neighborhood Revitalization team, Invest Atlanta's BizLabs program is providing small businesses with high-quality, affordable commercial space. With help from Downtown Atlanta and the Downtown Pop-Up Opportunity Fund, entrepreneur Savannah Stephens brought her curated vision to life.
Stop by to grab a little piece of Atlanta for someone you love! Learn more about the Downtown Pop-Up Opportunity Fund at investatlanta.com.
05/13/2026
The Atlanta Business Readiness Loan Fund is a low-interest micro-loan designed to equip small businesses with the tools and resources needed to thrive during large-scale events in the city of Atlanta.
With a focus on enhancing marketing, inventory management, and customer experience, the ABRLF offers targeted financial support that will help local entrepreneurs prepare for and capitalize on upcoming events.
Applications are now open! Learn more and apply now at investatlanta.com/smallbusinessloans
05/12/2026
Have you registered for Coffee with a CEO yet? We are excited to host Brian McGowan, president of the Centennial Yards Company, for a conversation with Dr. Eloisa Klementich. Together, they will discuss the exciting updates coming to Centennial Yards, their journeys to leadership and what advice they would give to entrepreneurs.
We hope you will join us at Mendoza Cafe! Register today at investatlanta.com/events.
05/12/2026