Industry & Innovation
Laser Focused on Key Industries
A Testing Ground for Advancement
Rowen drives industry innovation through partnerships with Georgia’s top universities, fostering a vibrant community of diverse talent and dedicated thought leaders while positioning itself as a national hub for impactful advancements in agriculture, medicine and environmental sectors.
These collaborations are making Rowen one of the nation’s most consequential knowledge communities — scaling industries that shape a sustainable future.
Proactively Expanding Business
Beyond Rowen’s focus on research, innovation and cutting edge solutions, the surrounding region offers a gateway for businesses to secure top tier talent and access global markets.
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Board Meetings
Public Notice: Rowen Foundation November 2026 Board Meeting
Digital Meeting Details: Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026 Time: 1:00 – 1:30PM EST Click here to register! After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Zoom meeting.
Blog
Why Proximity to Research Institutions Gives Companies a Competitive Edge
Being close to a research university does far more for a company than help it hire. For businesses deciding where to grow next, that proximity opens the door to faster R&D partnerships, earlier access to emerging IP, and shorter paths to commercialization. Those advantages build on each other the longer a company is part of […]
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Sustainability is Shaping the Next Generation of Innovation
Companies in clean energy, agricultural technology, environmental science and life sciences need campuses that reflect their values. Sustainability has risen to the top of those values, quickly becoming a primary criterion in corporate site selection. In Georgia, Rowen embeds sustainability initiatives into every layer of its development to fulfill this evolving need. Rowen is a 2,000-acre planned knowledge community just east of Atlanta, designed from […]