Posts by Mandy York
Keter Relocates North American Headquarters to Alpharetta
Keter, a global leader in innovative outdoor living, home organization, and storage solutions, has relocated from Boca Raton, Florida, to Alpharetta, Georgia, establishing its North American headquarters. The move reinforces the city’s position as a premier destination for corporate headquarters. The company now occupies a 16,122‑square‑foot* office in the Preston Ridge area, where it celebrated…
Read MoreAlpharetta High Schools Ranked Among Best in Georgia
Six public high schools that serve Alpharetta residents were ranked among the top 40 in the state on U.S. News & World Report’s 2026-2027 Best Georgia High Schools list. This continued excellence underscores Alpharetta’s strong academic ecosystem, a core contributor to the city’s quality of life and highly skilled talent pipeline. Published annually by…
Read MoreAlpharetta Named 2026 Most Innovative City in North Atlanta
The City of Alpharetta was recognized as the 2026 Most Innovative City at the inaugural Tech North Atlanta Awards held on Wednesday, September 16. This award reinforces Alpharetta’s long-standing position as one of the region’s most dynamic and forward‑thinking technology hubs. The Tech North Atlanta Awards spotlight the people, companies, products, and communities that…
Read MoreConnected Alpharetta Recognized with Economic Development Communications Award
The City of Alpharetta’s Economic Development Department has been honored with a 2026 Communications Award from the Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC), earning Best‑in‑Division for the Alpharetta Community Guide. This recognition adds to the momentum of the department’s Connected Alpharetta marketing initiative, which has already received two awards from the International Economic Development Council. SEDC,…
Read MoreAlpharetta’s Office Market Continues to Thrive Across Amenitized Districts
Alpharetta’s office market remains strong, supported by low vacancy rates in the city’s most amenity-rich districts and continued activity across its evolving employment centers. This sustained momentum demonstrates how thoughtful planning, diverse office options, and consistent investment keep Alpharetta at the forefront as a destination for modern companies. Amenity‑Rich Districts Lead in Demand According…
Read MoreAlpha Loop Extension to Connect Key Alpharetta Districts
On Monday, August 17, the Alpharetta City Council approved a $15.99 million contract with Reeves Young to design and construct a new segment of the Alpha Loop connecting Encore Parkway to Morrison Lake. This investment continues Alpharetta’s commitment to expanding its signature multi‑use trail network and enhancing connectivity within key employment and activity centers. …
Read MoreConnected Alpharetta Initiative Receives Gold and Bronze in Economic Development Awards
Alpharetta, GA – The City of Alpharetta Economic Development Department has been honored with two 2026 Excellence in Economic Development Awards from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The department received a Gold award in the General Purpose Website category for ConnectedAlpharetta.com and a Bronze award in the Print Brochure category for its Alpharetta Community…
Read More22 Alpharetta Companies Recognized on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List
Twenty-two companies located within the city limits of Alpharetta, Georgia, have earned a place on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, an annual ranking of the fastest-growing private businesses in the United States. Published by Inc. magazine, the Inc. 5000 highlights companies that demonstrate exceptional revenue growth over a three-year period. For the 2026 list,…
Read MoreGeorgia Ranked Among Top States for Business
Georgia was recently ranked one of the top states for business in the U.S. by CNBC. Since 2007, CNBC has annually evaluated all 50 states on 138 metrics across 10 broad categories of economic competitiveness. This year, Georgia placed 7th in the nation. This accolade adds to the state’s recent recognition as the #2 Best Business Climate…
Read MoreGwinnett Tech Plans Expansion of Alpharetta Campus
Gwinnett Technical College will receive $2.26 million in bond funding to support the design of a second building at its campus in Alpharetta, according to Governor Kemp’s Budget Report for FY 2027. This investment marks an important milestone in the institution’s continued growth and reinforces its commitment to supporting the workforce needs of Alpharetta and…
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