(Gwinnett County, GA., August 21, 2025) –– Partnership Gwinnett, a public-private initiative dedicated to bringing new jobs and capital investment to Gwinnett, has received a Silver Excellence in Economic Development Award from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The award honors Partnership Gwinnett’s website, launched in November 2024, for its innovative design, community impact, and role in advancing economic development.
The IEDC Excellence Awards celebrate the best economic development programs and partnerships in the world, recognizing organizations that exemplify leadership, creativity, and measurable results in their communities.
“This award from economic development peers worldwide affirms that Partnership Gwinnett is executing the right strategies to make our community visible to site selectors and key decision-makers,” said Kevin Carmichael, Senior Vice President of Economic Development. “Our website is a powerful platform that showcases Gwinnett’s economy, supports local businesses, and positions the county as a premier destination for growth.”
Since its launch, the website has become a central hub for businesses, site selectors, and community stakeholders, offering:
- Comprehensive industry resources highlighting Gwinnett’s strengths in advanced manufacturing, healthcare and life sciences, technology, and corporate services.
- Investor and business engagement tools that connect stakeholders with opportunities to collaborate and grow.
- Events and news updates that share success stories and highlight Gwinnett’s role as an economic engine in the region.
By effectively showcasing the county’s business opportunities, the website plays a key role in supporting the initiative’s overall results. In 2024 alone, more than 1,600 new jobs were created, and over $275 million in capital investment was announced. These measurable outcomes reflect the ongoing success of Partnership Gwinnett’s mission to attract, retain, and expand businesses.
“Receiving this award from IEDC is an incredible honor,” said Andrew Hickey, Director of Economic Development, “Partnership Gwinnett’s website represents the first source of information for great companies choosing Gwinnett, and this award signifies not only the collaborative pro-business environment here in our community but the ability to share the story with these companies.”
The IEDC Excellence Awards are judged by a diverse panel of economic and community developers from around the world. Award categories honor organizations for programs, projects, and initiatives that create positive change and measurable outcomes in their regions.
This Silver Award win marks another milestone in Partnership Gwinnett’s mission to strengthen Gwinnett’s economic vitality, attract investment, and foster sustainable growth.
