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September 23, 2025
B2B Stories

Simon Says: Signs Augusta’s Economy is Weakening

4 of the 5 key indicators of the CSRA’s economy are not where they should be. Hence, the Augusta Leading Economic Index (LEI) fell 0.6 percent in July from June. It remains 0.3 percent higher than July 2024. Of the five components in the LEI, only the Dow Jones Industrial Average improved. The two indicators of future labor market vitality declined. Initial claims for unemployment insurance increased by 20 percent, and job openings fell by 4.3 percent. We have already seen a weakening of the local labor market in recent

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Dr. Simon Medcalfe September 23, 2025 No Comments
B2B Stories

Getting a peek inside Accelerate Augusta

Hurry over to Accelerate Augusta if you want to get an early look at how it can help your business. Accelerate Augusta Powered by SRPFCU (SRP Federal Credit Union) is having a series of workshops through September as a “soft opening” leading up to the official opening on October 10th. The downtown business incubator is a partnership between Augusta Technical College and the Downtown Development Authority. “We’re doing this to give an overall view of who we are and to actually get some traction for our grand opening, Executive Director

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Dana Lynn McIntyre September 23, 2025 No Comments
B2B Podcasting

From Layoffs to Leadership: Erik Smith’s Faith Journey with Chick-fil-A

From time to time, ABD spots something we think is “must-see.” CSRA business owners, Robert Kelly from Augusta Staffing and Job Shop and Phillip Stanley from Brightworx Productions regularly host “Glory Stories” podcasts. Please be inspired by the humble beginnings of an owner/operator of a local Chick-fil-A restaurant, whose faith led the way to new heights.

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Glory Stories: Erik Smith, Chick-fil-A September 23, 2025 No Comments