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Rowen Newsletter: March 6, 2025

March 07, 2025

Rowen Launches a New and Improved Website

Welcome to a new look for our Rowen communications! We have refreshed our design and will continue to provide insightful updates on what’s growing at Rowen. Below you can read up on recent accomplishments and initiatives, what our partners are up to, and where we’ll be on the road sharing Rowen’s bold mission to connect next-generation companies with Georgia’s outstanding workforce to take on global challenges.

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newly refreshed website, which went live on February 24. This new design will enhance your experience with improved navigation, searchable topics based on interests, and a host of new features. Be sure to check out our resources and news and media pages for valuable updates and tools.

Thank you for your continued partnership and engagement. We look forward to building on the momentum our community has created for this multi-generational project in service to all Georgians as we create a shared future where people, ideas and inspiration converge.

 
Best Regards,
Mason Ailstock
President & CEO

 

 

Rowen Region Ready

Anchored by Gwinnett County, Georgia, the Rowen Region is poised for continued substantial growth. Did you know that 43% of Georgia’s population growth is projected to occur within the Rowen Region between 2023 and 2050? Additionally, nearly half (46%) of the growth in the prime working-age population is expected within the Rowen Region over the next five years.

Dive Into the Rowen Region

 

Rooted in Rowen

Georgia Institute of Technology’s School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) is expanding its collaboration with Apple by joining the company’s New Silicon Initiative (NSI). Through this program, students will receive enhanced support, mentorship, and opportunities that will boost their skills in hardware technology, computer architecture, and silicon chip design. This collaboration, rooted in one of our key industries, is a testament to the innovative spirit and forward-thinking approach that defines our region. Rowen is proud to have Georgia Tech serving on its board of directors as a global innovation leader.

Discover Georgia Tech’s Collaboration with Apple

 

Rowen in the Media

Governor Brian P. Kemp’s proposed budget for the Amended Fiscal Year 2025 (AFY25) and Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) includes several measures that impact economic development in Georgia.

  • $100 million of the governor’s hurricane relief is allocated to financial relief for the agricultural and timber industries. Agriculture is the cornerstone of Georgia’s economy and one of Rowen’s key industries.
  • $1.1 billion for community-level infrastructure projects across the state, which is essential as Rowen partners across Georgia with industry and higher education institutions.
  • Plans to reduce the corporate income tax rate from 5.39% to 5.19%, which will make doing business at Rowen that much easier allowing industry to invest and thrive.
  • More than $1 billion to support students at every stage of education, including workforce development programs to ensure Georgia’s talent is prepared for the demands of a growing economy.

These measures ultimately aim to create a resilient and prosperous economy for Georgia, setting Rowen up for success as we engage with prospective business clients.

Read More About the Governor’s Budget Proposal

 

Rowen on the Road

Traveling to industry events, meeting with site selectors, and showing up for our partners are crucial to our mission. Our team will be attending several key events in the coming weeks:

 

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Rowen Site Selection Newsletter: September 2025

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Board Meetings

Public Notice: Rowen Foundation September 2025 Board Meeting

Digital Meeting Details: Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025 Time: 1:00 – 2:00pm EST Click here to register!  After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Zoom meeting.

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Announcements

University of Georgia, Spelman College and Georgia Gwinnett College to Study Knowledge Community’s Watershed Health

Rowen Launches 6th “Living Lab” on 2,000 Acre Site LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. (Sept. 5, 2025) – The Rowen Foundation, in partnership with the Odum School of Ecology at the University of Georgia (UGA), Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) and Spelman College, announces the launch of a comprehensive research program focused on ecologically sustainable watershed development at the […]

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