Alpharetta Companies Recognized as Best Places to Work

Each year, the Atlanta Business Chronicle recognizes organizations that go above and beyond for their employees through its Best Places to Work list. In 2026, ten companies located within the Alpharetta city limits earned a well‑deserved spot among Metro Atlanta’s top workplaces, highlighting Alpharetta’s position as one of the region’s most dynamic employment centers.  …

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Connected 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,…

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Alpharetta’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…

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Alpha 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.  …

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Connected 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…

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Taste of Alpharetta Connects Community, Culture, and Business

Downtown Alpharetta will host one of the city’s most visible annual community gatherings on Thursday, May 14. Produced by the City of Alpharetta in partnership with the Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau, the 34th Taste of Alpharetta returns with an expanded roster of restaurants and activity zones. While the festival is celebrated for its food…

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Alpharetta Office Building Sells for Record $16 Million

Exterior view of 415 S Broad St office building in downtown Alpharetta

An office building in downtown Alpharetta has sold for $16 million, setting a record price per square foot for a vacant office building in Georgia1, underscoring the city’s continued strength as a premium real estate market.   The 37,000-square-foot property at 415 South Broad Street was acquired by Howard Capital Management, which plans to relocate…

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Hisense Relocates Headquarters to Alpharetta

Hisense, a global leader in consumer electronics and home appliances, has relocated its U.S. headquarters to Alpharetta, Georgia. The company now occupies a 55,000-square-foot office at 5995 Windward Parkway, where it hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on January 15 to mark the occasion.   The relocation underscores the City of Alpharetta’s reputation as a premier destination…

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Alpharetta Named #1 Small City in the U.S. for Big Career Opportunities

Alpharetta, Georgia, was recognized as the #1 small city in the U.S. for big career opportunities by CoworkingCafe, a national platform that analyzed 297 cities with populations under 250,000.   The study evaluated cities across 19 key metrics, including salary-to-cost-of-living ratio, job market strength, quality of life, industry presence, and the depth of the local…

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Connected Alpharetta Initiative Launched to Promote City’s Business Advantages

Alpharetta, GA – The City of Alpharetta Economic Development Department has officially launched Connected Alpharetta, a strategic marketing initiative designed to promote Alpharetta as a premier destination for business investment and top talent. The initiative supports the city’s ongoing efforts to attract new companies and assist expanding businesses, further strengthening Alpharetta’s robust and diverse economy.…

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