Largest Private Company in US Is Quietly Firing Thousands Before Christmas Because Grocery Prices Are Falling
Cargill, the largest private US company, is firing approximately 8,000 employees (5% of workforce) due to falling grocery prices and earnings shortfalls, with restructuring efforts to streamline operations and reduce duplication of work.
Atlanta Business League Inducts Three New Members into Hall of Fame
The Atlanta Business League (ABL) hosted its 91st Annual Meeting, inducting Albert G. Edwards, Dydra Virgil, and Delphyne Lomax Taylor into the ABL Hall of Fame for their exceptional leadership and community contributions.
Atlanta Dream Hire Karl Smesko as head coach
Karl Smesko joins the WNBA franchise with a 23-year coaching career, including 672 wins and a .843 winning percentage. He brings a fast-paced and innovative approach to the team.
Gwinnett County Launches First Disparity Study to promote equity in contracting practices
Gwinnett County has launched a disparity study to evaluate the inclusiveness of its procurement processes, aiming to determine if minority-owned and women-owned businesses have equitable access to public contracting opportunities.
Giant Pandas to Bid Farewell to Zoo Atlanta in October
By Milton Kirby – Atlanta, GA – October 9, 2024 Zoo Atlanta’s beloved giant pandas will soon return to China, marking the end of a 25-year program. In mid-October 2024,…
Dow, S&P 500 Hit Records After Rate Cut
By Ryan Dezember – Wall Street Journal The Federal Reserve’s big rate cut sparked a furious global rally in stocks as traders bid up technology shares and other risky assets…
Kai Williamson: Revolutionizing Interior Design with Elegance and Impact
Kai Williamson, founder of Studio 7 Design Group, revolutionizes luxury interior design with her innovative approach, creating “livable luxury” spaces for high-profile clients, while also dedicating herself to community service.
New CHaRM Facility Opens in DeKalb County, Atlanta-based Nonprofit Expands Sustainable Services
DeKalb County inaugurates Live Thrive’s second CHaRM facility, a 8-acre site for recycling hard-to-recycle materials, promoting sustainability, environmental stewardship, and community engagement in metro Atlanta.