#WFH Chronicles: Crabby is as crabby does

Experts say that maintaining a positive outlook is paramount in times like these. If only they could explain how we're all supposed to do it.

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Statewide shelter-in-place order for most Georgians to expire Friday

Businesses able to reopen beginning May 1 will be required to follow safety guidelines, including social distancing and sanitization rules through May 13.

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Cracker Barrel lays out plans to 'cautiously' reopen Georgia restaurants

The chain has seen an 85% decline in sales.

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'Unforeseen calamity': One of Atlanta's largest hotels lays off more than 200 workers

The hotel's HR director said the company did not expect the layoffs to exceed six months, but it issued the required notice out of an "abundance of caution."

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Looking for ticket refunds, Braves fans? Here's the latest on the team's policy

Major League Baseball recently cleared the way for teams to issue ticket refunds for games not played.

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The Federal Reserve just expanded a $600B program to more small businesses: Here’s what you need to know

The changes come just a few weeks after the Fed first announced the program.

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Tanger Outlets plan reopening events in six states, including Georgia

Tanger Outlets is planning “Welcome Back” events at its four centers in South Carolina on May 8 and 10 other locations in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee and Texas on May 15.

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FYI Managers: Regular check-ins are great, but these easy tips will also help relieve stress

“If employees feel like their manager really cares and they’re dedicating the time to just listen, that goes a long way for them to feel connected and to feel supported.”

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How the coronavirus pandemic impacts one of Atlanta's largest owners of office towers

One of Atlanta's largest owners of office towers discusses rent relief, fewer sales and a development pipeline mostly free from impacts.

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Survival tactics: Atlanta restaurant twisting to fast-casual concept to cope with new normal

'We're going to go to more of a model of volume.'

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JetBlue wants to stop flying to Atlanta and 15 other U.S. airports

Some of JetBlue's flights have as few as two passengers, which isn't sustainable, the airline said in a filing with the government.

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The Movie Biz: A new twist for Atlanta theaters to contend with

The pandemic has only increased the friction between distributors and exhibitors.

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NCAA takes big step toward allowing college athletes to be paid for endorsements

The NCAA is asking Congress to make its plan a federal law.

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PPP 2.0? Here's how some business groups propose overhauling the loan program

They're pitching for more help with reopening and direct subsides in future congressional stimulus bills.

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New York waffle company to invest $34M in new Fulton County plant, create 162 jobs

A Rochester, N.Y.-based pie-maker is expanding to Atlanta — and breakfast.

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Oilpatch meltdown hits Atlanta billionaire Rollins brothers

The Rollins brothers own a controlling majority interest in an Atlanta-based oilfield equipment and services company.

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Dramatic drop in average PPP loan size in round 2

Changes in how the SBA is accepting and processing PPP loan applications is resulting in dramatic shift in loan recipients.

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Health systems beginning to resume essential non-Covid-19 procedures

One metro Atlanta system began looking to resume essential and time-sensitive surgeries based on models and its experience indicating the Covid-19 surge has passed.

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Real Estate Notebook: Developer says contaminated downtown site 'would sit there forever'

Eagle’s $19 million cleanup budget is supported by at least $11 million in funding from the Environmental Protection Division,

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Virginia hotel operator lays off more Atlanta employees

The company said it was hoping the coronavirus pandemic would end rapidly, and that it would be able to recall the employees "as soon as possible."

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Atlanta company that makes 'Liberator Bedroom Adventure Gear' gets $1M PPP loan

Luvu Brands designs, manufactures and markets a portfolio of consumer lifestyle brands, and generated sales of $17 million last year.

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Amid season on hold, Atlanta United players beef up distance learning

Atlanta United players have increased their college workload with the MLS season on pause.

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SBA's PPP loan forgiveness might be difficult. Bonuses could help.

Experts say that offering employees extra money could help businessses attain maximum loan forgiveness under the coveted PPP program.

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U.S. office market is signaling coronavirus distress, but here's why some see opportunity for growth

Unlike the retail sector, where estimates of missed rents have ranged from 70% to upwards of 90%, the office market's initial Covid-19 distress appears far more subdued. But red flags are multiplying.

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Atlanta's Focus Brands picks replacement to lead its international business unit

Atlanta-based Focus Brands added another new face to its executive team.

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Report: Simon Property to reopen Lenox Mall, Phipps Plaza, other malls in Georgia and across country

Simon Property Group is set to reopen 49 of its malls in Georgia and across the U.S.

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UPS says COVID-19 weighed on its first quarter results

The company said its international business still generated a strong profit despite weakening global economic activity.

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Havertys Furniture to begin opening stores on May 1, cuts 1,200 jobs

Havertys was founded in 1885 and is one of Atlanta's oldest businesses.

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#WFH Chronicles: We're all 'teched' out

There's no doubt that technology is helping us weather this storm. It also has made clear, at least to me, that working on camera doesn't always mean I'm camera-ready.

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Atlanta Hawks not reopening practice facility despite loosened stay-at-home order

Gov. Brian Kemp has allowed various businesses, including bowling alleys and fitness centers to reopen amid the pandemic.

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Insurance claims processor Crawford & Co. announces CEO transition

Charlie Ogburn, Crawford's non-executive chairman, described the move as a "planned and orderly transition of leadership."

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Former Genuine Parts CEO retires from board, replacement elected

Genuine Parts elected a replacement for its long-time former chief executive on the company's board of directors.

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SBA's PPP loan portal opens again — but these business groups are still shut out

Not all business nonprofits are treated the same under the CARES Act.

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Forget forgiveness, PPP loan recipients mull options to use or hoard the money

There is growing evidence among small businesses that using the PPP loan money during lockdowns across the country may not be the best use of capital.

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A $100 million redevelopment of a contaminated downtown site needs tax breaks

Fulton County officials are scheduled to consider a nearly $5 million incentive for a building near downtown's Garnett MARTA station.

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Popular Japanese pop-up to become permanent restaurant in East Atlanta

The pop-up is moving into redeveloped commercial strip.

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Global restaurant supplier: 'Sudden and unforeseeable' drop in business due to Covid-19 forced layoffs in Atlanta

The company, which has Atlanta operations in East Point, is a top supplier for McDonald's Corp.

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Amazon to open new distribution center near Augusta, Ga.

Since 2010, Amazon has invested more than $3.6 billion in Georgia and now has more than 3,500 full-time workers in the state.

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Could the PPP land these lenders a permanent spot within the SBA lender network?

The $659 billion SBA loan program is expected to quickly run out of a second wave of funding. But companies such as Paypal, Square and others have gotten in on the game.

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UPS expands 'drone airline' route — to Florida retirement community

UPS is sending its drone airline on a new route in the battle against Covid-19.

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Atlanta Real Estate Notebook: Good trends for apartment owners, big projects boost industrial sector

A look at how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting Atlanta real estate this month.

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Reynoldstown breakfast favorite returns with drive-thru service

'We're just trying to feed the people.'

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CEO: Southwest could be 'drastically smaller airline' if things don't improve by July

"The imperative here is to survive," Southwest CEO Gary Kelly said.

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Atlanta SaaS startup raises $6M

“Really we’re doubling down on what we’re already doing… It’s been a great past year, obviously raising funding in a time like this. It’s been quite a challenge."

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Helicopter maker's warehouse move results in layoffs in Fairburn

The 3PL company that operates the warehouse said many of its employees have the opportunity to transition to other operations.

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John Stankey has risen to the top job at AT&T after nearly 35 years. It won't be an easy one

Who is John Stankey? AT&T's new chief executive is a known quantity to Wall Street and is equipped with wide-ranging experiences across the company's businesses as he guides it through its next evolution.

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With $320B in new PPP funds available, Business Journals readers offer 5 takeaways from Round 1

Nearly nine in 10 surveyed said they applied for a PPP loan in an effort to staunch the coronavirus fallout, with hundreds already having eliminated or furloughed workers as revenue evaporated.

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Kroger closing Fred Meyer Jewelers stores permanently

Kroger Co. has permanently closed three Fred Meyer Jewelers stores in its Marketplace stores in Greater Cincinnati and plans to close more locally and dozens across the country. There are four Fred Meyer Jewelers stores in Kroger Marketplace stores in Georgia.

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How three independent restaurants are easing toward reopening

Patio service, a one-item menu and a 'high-volume drive-thru.'

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Georgia movie theaters can soon reopen. Now what?

Eleanor Ringel-Cater is as pro-movie theater as anyone. But she asks, at this point in the pandemic, does she really want to?

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Big bank vs. small bank: Here's the PPP loan breakdown

Lenders approved between $223 million and $10 billion each in PPP loans for business borrowers.

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Georgia Restaurant Association releases guidelines for reopening

'Recommended practices that can be used to help mitigate exposure to the COVID-19 virus.'

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Calling all Southern seed-stage startups: Pitch to Atlanta's Overline VC

Overline will invest in seed-stage businesses primarily in Atlanta and the Southeast.

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Real Estate Notebook: Portman Holdings' new Buckhead project, 'Margaritaville' gets financing

Portman Holdings will begin a roughly 24-month period of planning and permitting before it breaks ground on a 225-room hotel and up to 225 high-end apartments.

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Sports Biz: Herschel Walker not relying on PPP; Harlem Globetrotters cut jobs

Some of the top sports business news in Atlanta.

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AT&T's Randall Stephenson to step down as CEO; COO John Stankey is taking over

After 13 years in the chief executive role, Randall Stephenson is stepping down.

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Restaurants & Hospitality: Atlanta restaurateurs wary; Ruth's Chris locations waiting on PPP

Rundown of the area's top restaurant and hospitality stories.

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Executive Profile: Marcus Blackwell makes music and math count

Meet the founder of Make Music Count, a program that uses the piano keyboard as a number line to solve equations and create a song the student is able to play as an end result.

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Battling COVID-19: GHC3 launched; UPS, Fifth Third, and Cisco donations

A new nonprofit funded by the CDC Foundation and Microsoft is being launched to help assist in the COVID-19 response.

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Atlanta's 20 Largest Franchises

Rank Franchise Total number of units Number of franchise units Number of company-owned units Number of units located in metro Atlanta Type of business or services offered Parent company 1 Arby's, 3 Glenlake Pkwy. N.E., Atlanta, GA 30328, 678-514-4100, arbys.com 3515 2326 1189 75 sandwich restaurant brand Inspire Brands 2 Holiday Inn Express, 3 Ravinia Dr., #100, Atlanta, GA 30346, 770-604-2000, holidayinnexpress.com 2875 2721 0.0 40 upper-midscale lodging InterContinental Hotels Group Plc 3 Holiday...

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Atlanta doctors' business flatlines as guidelines keep patients home

Patient volumes are down as much as 80% in some doctors' offices.

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AJ Terrell heads home, drafted by Atlanta Falcons: “My dream is coming to a reality”

The Falcons added reinforcement to their secondary on the first day of the NFL Draft.

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#WFH Chronicles: What do I have to worry about?

At six weeks in, our collective mood has changed. It's time to admit we're having a rough time and do what we can to help each other.

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Atlanta's annual YWCA gala goes virtual: 'Gave people a sense of being together'

One of the city's first major award ceremonies went virtual — with generally positive results.

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Big Atlanta-based eyewear chain plans gradual reopening of stores

National Vision operates more than 1,100 retail stores in 44 states, including vision centers in 226 Walmart stores.

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Atlanta Braves affiliates facing elimination: 'It would be a setback'

MLB and MiLB officials are in the midst of negotiations on a new Professional Baseball Agreement.

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BizSpotlight: The Workplace Coach

The Covid-19 crisis has put a renewed focus on the

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BizSpotlight: Seigel Advisory Services

At Seigel Advisory Services, we serve physicians t

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COVID-19: Georgia industrial equipment-maker says it's cut 600 jobs

Chart Industries Inc. makes highly engineered equipment used in the energy and industrial gas industries.

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PPP rule change raises red flags by opening the door to a new borrower: Bank shareholders

The move comes before a second wave of funding is set to hit the coveted program.

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UPS unleashes autonomous mobile robots, supply chain tech to boost warehouse productivity

UPS believes its next generation of "smart" technology can boost warehouse productivity by 50%.

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City of Atlanta receives $88 million in federal CARES Act funding

The city of Atlanta has received $88 million in federal funding to help cover the additional costs of running a local government during the coronavirus pandemic.

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CEO of Intercontinental Exchange subsidiary Bakkt leaving after four months on job

Mike Blandina had served as CEO of Bakkt, a digital assets trading and payments platform that is majority-owned by Intercontinental Exchange, only since December 2019.

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Bill Gates calls fight against Covid-19 'defining moment of our lifetimes'

Gates shared his thoughts on the pandemic and research efforts with the Business Journal.

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Delta Air Lines to borrow another $3 billion to bolster its liquidity

Delta is pledging slots, gates and routes at major U.S. and European airports to secure the new debt.

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Auto manufacturing: Supply chain concerns push back Kia Georgia's production restart - again

Part of the massive plant in West Point is being used to make face shields for health care workers.

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Brunswick, Ga. utility support company sues Tampa Electric over unpaid bills

The Tampa electricity company has not paid total submitted invoices, which added up to almost $6 million, according to court documents.

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Got your PPP check? Congrats, now get ready for intense federal scrutiny

An unprecedented amount of money is being siphoned to businesses for one sole purpose: to keep workers off the unemployment lines.

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Texas aviation services company lays off workers in Atlanta

G2 Secure Staff offers ground handling, vehicle maintenance, passenger assistance and other services for airlines at 54 airports in the United States.

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Waffle House's reopening plans: 'Government can't continue to write blank checks'

The Norcross-based chain is awaiting guidelines from the state.

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Good Company: New Arthur Blank book to be published this fall

Blank's personal proceeds from book sales will go to an undisclosed non-profit organization.

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Crescent Communities seeks to build 340 apartments in West Midtown near Atlanta BeltLine

The new 340-unit multifamily development is planned in the Blandtown neighborhood and is dubbed NOVEL West Midtown. The proposed project comes on the heels of Crescent Communities’ February announcement of its new NOVEL Midtown development, a 339 unit, 14-story apartment tower at 14th and Spring streets.

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Study: Coronavirus fallout could cost Georgia more than $1 billion in sales tax revenue

A Georgia State University study estimates the state could lose more than $ in sales tax revenue this year due to fallout from the coronavirus pandemic.

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Atlanta manufacturer promotes senior executive following $2.6B acquisition

Novelis Inc. shifted a pair of executives following its $2.6 billion acquisition of Aleris Corp.

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Metro Atlanta media not immune from Covid-19 uncertainty

“This is one of those crises where business almost stopped overnight."

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Got a PPP loan? Here's how to make sure you get loan forgiveness

Most of the loan companies are receiving from the Paycheck Protection Program can be forgiven — if they follow some very specific guidelines. We talked with an accountant about how to stay on track.

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Regions CEO on PPP totals, loan deferrals and the impact of COVID-19

Regions Bank provided $2.8 billion in loans in the first round of the Paycheck Protection Program.

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Truist Financial execs talk cost cuts, ongoing integration and COVID-19 crisis

The bank is in a tricky balancing act — continue integrating two companies while also navigating a global pandemic.

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Delta Air Lines posts $607 million loss for the first quarter

The company expects June quarter total expenses to decline by approximately 50%, or $5 billion, over prior year due to reduced capacity, lower fuel and cost initiatives.

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Global food distributor's pandemic-related job cuts hit Atlanta

The company said it is "aggressively pursuing" steps to ensure its financial stability and liquidity.

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Harlem Globetrotters latest to shed jobs amid COVID-19 pandemic

International and domestic tours were suspended last month in response to the outbreak.

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Illinois-based aviation support services company lays off Atlanta workers

In a letter to employees, the company's president and CEO and senior management said they were "very hopeful this crisis will end soon."

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GameStop becomes one of the first big retailers to start reopening stores in Georgia

The company's announcement comes after Governor Kemp's April 20 decision to reopen parts of the state's economy.

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SBA's coveted PPP is set to receive another $310 billion. But that still might not be enough.

The program is poised to get another infusion of federal funding, but it's unclear how long it will last.

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Navigating COVID-19: Business owners respond to Kemp lifting lockdown

"We're going to have to continue to follow the doctors and the science and the recommendations of the people that matter, and politicians are not one of them."

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More details about the sale of downtown's 55 Allen Plaza

Teachers Retirement System of the State of Illinois was the seller in the transaction with Lone Star.

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Atlanta Ruth's Chris locations still waiting on PPP, have reopening in sights

The restaurants are "still waiting on final rules and regulations from the state of Georgia" before deciding on a reopening date.

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Congress readies more PPP funding for small businesses. Here's what you need to know.

The dizzying rollout of the program — and the prospect of supplemental funding — has left small businesses with a number of questions on its details. We asked experts for the answers.

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Georgia cosmetology chair expects clients to race to barber shops, hair salons this weekend

“Some [stylists] are scared, but they need to go back to work so they’re doing it.”

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COVID-19: Here are four things employers should do if they ask employees to return to work

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp announced April 20 the state is ready to begin phasing in the opening of some businesses beginning April 24.

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Delta exec rescinds retirement to lead COVID-19 response

Long-time Delta executive Paul Jacobson is sticking around after all.

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Atlanta School Board announces finalist for new APS superintendent

The finalist is a Georgia native and a Spelman College graduate.

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#WFH Chronicles: The myth of the organized day

Working from home means building your own structure and making yourself stick to it. It's not in my nature. Is it in yours?

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Atlanta restaurateurs wary of Gov. Kemp's plans to resume dine-in service

The plan hinges on social-distancing and sanitation mandates that have not yet been created.

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Gov. Kemps says restaurants, gyms, hair salons to be among first businesses to reopen in Georgia

Georgia is ready to phase in opening of certain businesses.

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Going virtual: How Atlanta fitness centers are navigating COVID-19

Gym owners have pivoted to online sessions to stay afloat during the pandemic.

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Metro Atlanta retail space demand could plummet, impact 'catastrophic'

“In terms of the demand for retail space, COVID’s impact could be catastrophic,” according to Bleakly Advisory Group.

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Atlanta Realtors expect April sales, listings to reflect slowdown due to coronavirus pandemic

“While agents would traditionally be preparing for a strong spring market, we expect the April numbers will reflect a slowdown as a result of this crisis.”

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Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia makes face shields for health care workers

Kia Motors says paid volunteers at the West Point, Ga., plant can produce 200,000 face shields per month.

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Delta adds Atlanta to Asia 'cargo-only flights' as part of expansion

While passenger travel remains low, #Delta is adding Atlanta to its growing number of cargo-only flights.

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COVID-19 vaccine trial at Emory expanded to include older adults, 3rd site

The joint study with a Seattle research institute earlier enrolled 45 volunteers ages 18 to 55.

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Atlanta’s Roark Capital takes a big bite of Cheesecake Factory with $200M deal

The deal comes shortly after Roark recently raised a $1.4 billion restaurant fund.

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Southwest joins Delta in extension of canceled flight funds until 2022

The move brings Southwest in line with other carriers, which have also extended the expiration date of travel funds for customers wary of flying.

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Coronavirus threatens health of Atlanta's black-owned businesses

Black-owned businesses were inadvertently cut out of PPP because of pre-existing financial conditions.

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Former Gwinnett County country club slated to become gated residential community

The new community is being proposed by home builder The Providence Group of Georgia LLC.

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Portman Holdings plans $300 million redevelopment in Buckhead Village

Portman Holdings CEO Ambrish Baisiwala said the company has always been a “long-term player” and favors a “six to 10-year business cycle that looks beyond immediate trends.”

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Neenah Inc. terminates $155M acquisition deal for Alabama fabric maker

The Alpharetta-based specialty materials company had announced plans last month to acquire Vectorply Corp. on April 1.

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Why a wireless infrastructure CEO relocated his HQ from Atlanta to Tampa Bay

FastWave Communications relocated its headquarters from Atlanta to Tampa this year after its CEO fell in love with the place.

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Georgia public company secures $5.7M PPP loan

The money was disbursed to the company on April 14 through PNC Bank.

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Executive Profile: How Atlanta entrepreneur Angela Gennari learned to navigate a crisis

Meet Angela Gennari, CEO of TITAN Global Enterprises, an Atlanta event management and staffing company.

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Sports Biz: Elliott talks iRacing, restarting NASCAR season; Facility projects continue amid pandemic

Rundown of some of the areas top sports business stories.

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How much Lowe's is paying executive Jennifer Weber in severance after abrupt termination

A U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing provides insight into the departure of a top executive last week.

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Real Estate Notebook: Almost 80% paid their apartment rents on time in Atlanta, better than U.S.

Rundown of the area's top real estate and development news.

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Atlanta Inno: Startups close Q1 strong, deals expected to slow due to COVID-19

A look at the top Atlanta area tech deals from the the first quarter of 2020.

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Restaurants & Hospitality: How Waffle House is coping with COVID-19

Here are top stories from the restaurant and hospitality beat in metro Atlanta.

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Area's 25 Toughest Golf Courses

Rank Course Golf Course: Men USGA Rating Course rating Slope rating Yardage Number of holes Tee 1 Atlanta Athletic Club - Highlands, 1930 Bobby Jones Dr., Johns Creek, GA 30097, 770-448-2166, atlantaathleticclub.org 77.40 77.4 152 7557 36 Championship 2 Echelon Golf Club, 511 Founders Dr., Alpharetta, GA 30004, 770-888-4653, echelongolf.com 77.20 77.2 149 7567 18 Black 3 Ansley Golf Club - Settindown Creek, 5500 Settindown Dr., Roswell, GA 30075, 770-640-4620, ansleygc.org 76.20 76.2 152 7313 18 Black 3 East...

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Atlanta's 'Transaction Alley' feels the impact of COVID-19

In the region’s varied fintech sector, payment processing companies have been affected the most.

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Why one of Georgia's biggest manufacturers says facing COVID-19 made it stronger

Southwire has had the rare experience of facing two crises in less than three months: a ransomware attack and the global coronavirus pandemic.

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ATL on the Edge: ‘You don’t have time to be gloomy’

The Gathering Spot co-owners TK Petersen and Ryan Wilson are focused on being helpful during the pandemic.

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ATL on the Edge: 'This will not last forever'

Jeff Pollock, president of Atlanta Commercial Board of Realtors, remains optimistic about Atlanta’s future.

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ATL on the Edge: 'We have never lived through anything like this'

With their brick-and-mortar stores closed, the Mashburns feel the lack of one-on-one interactions and personal touches.

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ATL on the Edge: The burden of the 'right' decision

After laying off more than half the Atlanta Tech Village staff, Karen Houghton searches for the next move forward.

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ATL on the Edge: 'People first — the work comes second'

Arun Mohan focuses on continuing to shape Radix Health's culture and keeping his team engaged

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'On the Edge': How Atlanta small business owners are navigating the COVID-19 pandemic

We are following seven small businesses we believe reflect the diversity of Atlanta’s economy and culture. We will share with you how these small businesses are adapting, the mindset that gets them through, the lessons they are learning.

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ATL on the Edge: 'I know what The Eagle means to the community'

Richard Ramey describes COVID-19 the worst thing that could ever happen to him as a business owner.

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ATL on the Edge: 'Another mountain I have to climb'

Lakeysha Hallmon says March 2020 compared to March 2019, Atlanta Village Market's revenue is down 600%.

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Here are 3 things to know now that the SBA's PPP has run out of money

The first-come, first-serve nature of the program meant the money was approved quickly, before it could fully meet demand by small businesses. Here's what the future looks like for those that missed out on this round of funding.

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#WFH Chronicles: We really need to sit up straight

We've been struggling to keep our minds straight as we learn to work from home. How's that working for your neck?

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Herschel Walker not relying on PPP, government to save his Georgia chicken farm

Former Heisman Trophy winner is the founder of one of the nation's largest minority-owned food companies.

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Downtown's 22-story Wyndham hotel and Margaritaville project gets financing

The deal between Wyndham and the developer was reached just before the World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus and associated respiratory disease, COVID-19, a global pandemic.

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Atlanta internet company alleges discrimination after PPP loan application denied because it is foreign-owned

Atlanta internet company alleges discrimination after PPP loan application denied because it is foreign-owned

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Georgia Chamber CEO: 'No option but to reauthorize PPP to save small businesses'

More than one million PPP loans have been approved for businesses in the state of Georgia.

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Viewpoint: Georgia's banks customizing solutions to help small businesses

Our shared goal is to quickly get the money in the hands of qualifying small businesses, writes the CEO of the Georgia Bankers Association.

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Atlanta coffee shop owner plans to ‘break even’ — even without PPP

An Atlanta neighborhood has shown Jonathan Pascual that coffee is an essential business during COVID-19.

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Here are 7 things small businesses should know about PPP loans

Federal funding has run out for the Paycheck Protection Program, but questions about loan eligibility and forgiveness remain.

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SBA's $349B Paycheck Protection Program officially runs out of money

The loan fund hit some snags at first but the money has quickly been authorized.

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Georgia unemployment claims set to reach an ugly milestone

The state unemployment claims in March of 2020 were higher than the annual total for each of the previous two years.

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Workforce at Plant Vogtle nuclear plant expansion to be cut 20% due to COVID-19

As of March 27 there were more than 9,000 workers then on site, which is near Augusta, Ga.

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Mohawk Industries calls former CFO out of retirement to navigate flooring giant through challenging times

Mohawk warned investors on March 30 that the COVID-19 pandemic will hurt its first quarter results.

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'Relatively easy.' 'Doesn't look promising': How Atlanta restaurant owners view PPP loans

Are PPP loans enough for Atlanta's restaurants? Here is how some local restaurateurs are experiencing the program.

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NFL: No Coca-Cola products allowed during virtual draft

A memo from the league states what products are allowed to be shown during the broadcast.

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Resource guide for metro Atlanta businesses impacted by COVID-19 outbreak

Atlanta Business Chronicle has compiled a list of local efforts to help businesses during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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SBA official: Georgia ranks 8th for PPP loans

The Paycheck Protection Program will be available through June 30, according to the SBA, but lenders have already given out 70% of the funds.

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Dan Cathy among prominent Atlanta execs picked for White House's 'economic revival groups'

The groups will 'chart the path forward toward a future of unparalleled American prosperity.'

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Kennesaw State adds new degree focused on health care education

Kennesaw State University is adding a timely new degree to its offerings starting in the 2020-21 school year.

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Viewpoint: The most powerful mentoring conversation you've ever had

There has perhaps never been an opportunity so ripe for a great mentoring conversation, writes Helene Lollis, president and CEO of Pathbuilders.

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Report: 35 Plant Vogtle workers test positive for coronavirus

Work is continuing at the plant site near Waynesboro, Ga.

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Georgia companies have laid off more employees so far in 2020 than all of 2019

Some industries are impacted more than others, such as hospitality and restaurants, but nearly all sectors have been affected.

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Delta reaches agreement with Treasury for CARES Act funds

The United States government will acquire about 1% of Delta stock as part of the deal.

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Sports: Construction projects moving forward amid COVID-19 pandemic

Games are on hold but local construction companies are carrying on with plans.

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College Park renames 311-acre development across from airport

Airport City College Park is no more.

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State resources available for businesses affected by coronavirus pandemic

Here’s a compilation of Georgia government resources and links for small and midsized businesses, from emergency financial relief and grants to supports for economic development.

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Here's why the CEO of Georgia Power's parent company got paid almost $28 million last year

Tom Fanning's compensation package likely makes him the highest-paid CEO of a Georgia-based public company for 2019.

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The Federal Reserve's $2.3 trillion pot — what's in it for small businesses?

The spread of the novel coronavirus and social distancing countermeasures have hampered debt markets. The Federal Reserve is betting that its $2.3 trillion in new programs can help.

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Hartsfield-Jackson lands largest CARES Act funding among U.S. airports

The Atlanta airport is getting more than $338 million in grant funds.

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MARTA seeks to rezone Kensington station for transit-oriented development

The Kensington station is just west of the intersection of Interstate 285 and Memorial Drive, near Avondale Estates.

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Atlanta Humane Society sells West Midtown campus for redevelopment

The Humane Society initially put the property on the market three years ago, seeking more than $3 million an acre.

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#WFH Chronicles: How leaders can and must stay connected

We all know people who are particularly vulnerable as our working-from-home time drags on. They need some of our strength. Here's how we, as managers, can provide it.

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UGA planning for virtual 'G-Day' on Saturday

UGA coach Kirby Smart will be live-tweeting one of the Bulldogs' biggest games of 2019.

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Local gourmet market adding Lenox location

The market is scheduled to debut at the AMLI Lenox building later this year.

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Atlanta landmark Darlington Apartments gets $70M for overhaul

For decades, the Darlington Apartments served as one of the few low-income housing options for people living in Buckhead.

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Georgia Tech alum plays role in bringing free COVID-19 testing to university

The testing site opened in a Georgia Tech parking deck. People are required to be pre-screened online and register for a test in advance.

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Organizers cancel 2020 Atlanta hotel investment conference

Organizers including Atlanta firm Hunter Hotel Advisors earlier postponed the March 2020 conference.

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About 40% of American Airlines pilots take leave, early retirement

American Airlines employed 13,800 pilots at the end of last year.

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Marcus Foundation gives $2.1M to Grady Healthcare System to prepare for surge of COVID-19 patients

The grant will provide for 52 additional patient beds.

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SBA rations disaster relief loans to $15,000 per applicant, US Chamber says

Chamber urges Congress to act quickly as new survey shows more than half of businesses either are closed or might close within weeks.

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Top execs of Georgia's 4th-largest fintech take pay cut

The former chairman and CEO of First Data was among those taking a 100% cut.

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Johnson Controls sees 50% increase in demand for key product line being produced by its Atlanta team

Johnson Controls International has seen about a 50% increase in the demand for one of its product lines as COVID-19 response efforts continue in the health care industry.

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State executes deal to build 200-hospital bed alternate care facility

Gov. Kemp's office said the state executed a contract with a defense and government services contractor to construct the alternate care facility that would serve the expected surge in COVID-19 patients.

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One of Georgia's largest manufacturers extends plant shutdown

Production is now scheduled to resume April 27.

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One-on-one with NASCAR driver, Georgia native Chase Elliott

Hendrick Motorsports driver has been competing in esports series at his home in Georgia during the hiatus.

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Viewpoint: A city moves forward, prepares for reemergence

The current crisis has demanded tough choices, writes Dunwoody city manager Eric Linton.

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Viewpoint: Citizens have an opportunity to become ‘artists in residence’

"As we all adjust to 'sheltering in place,' let’s think of it as an opportunity to become our own 'artists in residence.'"

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Dunwoody housing market, focused on single-family, is strong

The city’s location and accessibility to retail, entertainment, health care and other businesses are among the factors that draw potential home buyers, according to some realtors who specialize in the area.

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Planned infill projects will create more walkable Dunwoody

A half-dozen projects totaling about $750 million are being built in and around key landmarks such as the Dunwoody MARTA station, office complexes and Perimeter Mall.

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New office leases expand around Perimeter area

As Dunwoody has grown as a center for live, work, play in metro Atlanta, companies are increasingly making their home in its expanding crop of new and renovated Class A office spaces.

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Wells Fargo again urges small business customers to consider other banks for SBA relief loans

Wells Fargo's rocky week with the SBA PPP ended with the bank still urging its small business customers to consider other banks for SBA relief loans. That's easier said than done.

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Delta seeks exemptions to some service obligations

The airline is hoping to operate a previously planned summer travel season.

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Why Atlanta apartment landlords are faring better than others in many U.S. metros

A year ago, 87% in Atlanta met the rent deadline.

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Alpharetta company assigning 100s of health care workers to COVID-19 hot spots

Jackson Healthcare has been working with hospitals in New York City and other hot spots around the country.

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Restaurants & Hospitality: Atlanta private-equity firm raises $1.4B; Sushi restaurant furloughs 94

Rundown of the area's top restaurant and hospitality business stories.

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Executive Profile: Bonnie Puckett a wise counsel for international companies

Bonnie Puckett helps companies respond to concerns such as sexual harassment, bullying, financial misconduct and other whistleblower- and compliance-related reports.

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Georgia bread-maker gives $5.6M in 'appreciation bonuses'

The company's CEO said its supply chain is "strong" and that there are "a number of contingency plans in place should they be necessary."

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Dunwoody’s small businesses stay creative in uncertain times

While many of Dunwoody’s food-related businesses have found ways to adapt to the new normal of pandemic living, other small businesses with non-essential services are facing more daunting challenges.

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New web portal to facilitate COVID-19 donations directly to health-care providers

The goal is to have a central location where individuals and institutions can connect directly with those health-care providers requesting donations of supplies, equipment and financial donations across the Southeast.

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Real Estate Notebook: 700,000 square feet of new office space on historic Midtown site

The new plans show a slightly larger project overall than Portman Holdings initially projected.

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Coronavirus layoffs affect 500-plus in Georgia's dental industry

The job losses were disclosed in WARN notices filed with the state's Department of Labor.

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Sports Biz: Atlanta executive search firm adjusts to new normal; Atlanta Falcons release new uniforms

Rundown of the week's top sports business stories.

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Viewpoint: COVID-19 crisis puts business leadership in the spotlight

This is a time, perhaps a once-in-a-generational opportunity, for leaders to make consequential changes by leveraging their organizations toward a brighter future by thinking and maneuvering as chess masters... a few moves ahead, writes Atlanta executive recruiter Joel Koblentz.

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Atlanta's 10 Largest Office Complexes

Rank Complex* Total square feet Largest occupant(s) Primary leasing contact(s) Year development began 1 Perimeter Center, Perimeter Center Pkwy., Atlanta, GA 30346, 770-350-1000 3426495 State Farm, Atlanta Journal & Constitution JLL 1974 2 Johns Creek, Johns Creek Pkwy., Johns Creek, GA 30024, 770-497-1400 2854066 State Farm, Arris Group, World Financial Group, Aon various 1987 3 Windward, Windward Pkwy., Alpharetta, GA 30005, 404-667-2345 2470896 Equifax Inc., AT&T Inc., State Farm, Lexis...

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With asset cap lifted, Wells Fargo gets green light to re-enter PPP. Here are the cities where its small-business lending is strongest.

Here's a breakdown of the 100 U.S. markets where Wells originated the most SBA loans between fiscal 2017 and fiscal 2019.

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UGA football faces 'great unknown' as COVID-19 threatens to intercept season

UGA's athletic director has informally started preparing two different budgets for the 2021 fiscal year — one that includes the football season and a bleaker one that doesn’t.

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COVID-19: How vulnerable is Atlanta’s residential real estate market?

Atlanta’s residential real estate market should be entering its busy spring season, but the COVID-19 pandemic’s destructive impact on the economy is currently shutting doors to homes sales and construction opportunities, according to some housing market experts.

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Health system CEO: COVID-19 will cause financial losses 'like no system has seen'

The executive anticipates a coming surge in patients.

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Zoo Atlanta struggles to protect long-term viability as COVID-19 causes millions in losses

The zoo’s annual operating budget is $26 million, with 90% of that being “earned” money coming from attendance fees, memberships and other activities.

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#WFH Chronicles: New habits take hold, some for the better

There are plenty of things about these extraordinary times to dislike. Don't let them overshadow the good stuff.

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University System of Georgia will have no tuition increase for 2020-2021 academic year

If approved, students will pay the same tuition rates at all 26 USG institutions for the 2020-2021 academic year as they do now for the current 2019-2020 academic year.

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Simon Property suspends construction on Atlanta's Phipps Plaza redevelopment

Simon Property Group is about halfway complete on the project, which features new additions to the high-end luxury mall including a Nobu hotel and restaurant and 13-story office building.

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The Movie Biz: Musings about Woody Allen and his new memoir

"Of course, these days I’m much more worried about social distancing than censorship."

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How Monday Night Brewing, Second Self are trying to stay afloat amid barrels of national brewery debt

“I would be shocked if 3,000 to 5,000 breweries out of 8,000 in the U.S. don’t close by the end of the year,” Monday Night Brewing's Jeff Heck said.

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Winner of Atlanta Business Chronicle's 2019 Pacesetter Award announces layoffs

Another Atlanta unicorn announced layoffs in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic.

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Viewpoint: What an infrastructure spending bill could look like and what it means for investors

As unemployment screams to record levels, the government will need to do more than simply mail checks. Jobs are needed, and it could be that now is the time to boldly undertake many infrastructure projects.

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Think you’re busy? Here’s how Stacey Abrams spends her time during quarantine

Stacey Abrams took us through her not-so-typical days in the new normal of quarantine. And also why she'd be happy to hear from Joe Biden.

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Lighting giant Acuity Brands patenting technology to let brain control lights, other devices

"As this technology becomes more prevalent one could imagine that EEG systems could become pervasive," the company's patent application notes.

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Equifax hires Sabre Travel Network marketing exec to its C-Suite

Equifax has seen extensive C-Suite turnover since the company's disastrous data breach announced in September of 2017.

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Atlanta supply chain tracking startup raises $6.6M, appoints UPS exec to board

An Atlanta startup that uses tech to track items and merchandise throughout the supply chain journey has closed a funding round.

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Georgia Tech to name chair for late astronaut, graduate who walked on Moon

Tech says it has received a $2 million donation from anonymous donors to establish the chair in honor and memory of John W. Young.

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Atlanta salons hope clients return after coronavirus shutdown

“Probably at least about 90 percent [of stylists] are independent contractors, self-employed and don’t have a backup plan. This is their day to day work and they generally work from paycheck to paycheck."

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ACVB brings Atlanta to meeting planners with 360ATL virtual experience

ACVB led the way in the meetings industry nearly four years ago by introducing 360ATL, a suite of online virtual reality tour products for meeting and event planners.

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Waffle House sells out of novelty waffle mix bags, now plans to sell restaurant bags

Restaurant sales are down as the chain has closed more than 650 locations in recent weeks.

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Atlanta Falcons drop new jerseys early after Tuesday leak

Falcons fans have split opinions of the team's new uniforms.

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CBRE Group CEO, execs, take salary reductions

CBRE is the largest commercial real estate brokerage in Atlanta, producing $23.5 billion in gross dollar volume from sales and leasing transactions.

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Party City to furlough most store employees, as ecommerce site remains operational

Party City has 31 stores in Georgia, making the state its fifth-largest market.

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Fed eases Wells Fargo’s asset cap to boost bank’s SBA relief lending

The bank temporarily gets relief from a regulatory asset cap so it can lend more under the SBA Paycheck Protection Program.

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Delta to block middle seats, reduce flight sizes

Delta is ready to initiate its next phase of temporary guidelines aimed at social distancing.

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The Wells Fargo PPP debacle: Your questions answered

If you've tried to call Wells Fargo or go on its website, you know all too well the frustration.

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Novelis wins final approval for $2.6B acquisition

The European Commission signed off on a condition of the sale.

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Piedmont Healthcare opening Marcus Tower early to provide capacity for COVID-19 response

The $603 million, 16-story tower was approved by the state in December 2016.

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Chicago-based investment advisor launches in Atlanta with trio of local hires

Cresset, founded less than three years ago, claims more than $6 billion in assets under management.

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New project to add vibrancy to Sweet Auburn district, King Memorial station

The funds would help offset development costs on the first phase of the new project McAuley Park, which would rise on Decatur Street in Atlanta’s Old Fourth Ward.

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Wells Fargo's outraged small business customers call for boycott, litigation and regulatory relief

“Why should loyal Wells Fargo customers get a double whammy — the prior fake-account scandal and now not being able to apply for a PPP loan?” asked one of the bank's small business customers.

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The 'tire kickers' are gone: Metro Atlanta realtors, homebuilders brace for tough financial months

A recent national report found metro Atlanta could stave off a severe housing market downturn compared to other parts of the country during the coronavirus pandemic. But that doesn't mean it will be easy.

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Brand names in Atlanta real estate compete for state's 82-million-square-foot portfolio

The state named the finalists last month.

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Arthur Blank pledges $1 million to help stadium workers during stoppage

The Home Depot co-founder had already committed over $5 million toward COVID-19 relief.

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I've seen Wells Fargo and the PPP damage done

The pounding it's taking from small-business clients is mounting by the hour as it remains more or less on the PPP sidelines.

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NCR Corp. to borrow $400M, looks to cut spending

The financial technology giant is looking to cut costs and keep liquidity high amid the coronavirus crisis.

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Zoom meetings and video calls: Executive search firm adjusts to new normal

Universities have put searches on hold as potential budget hits and declining enrollment take precedence over hiring new coaches.

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United, following Delta's lead, will extend its mileage status program

United said all that all of its MileagePlus Premier members will retain the status they earned for 2020, through January 2022.

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Pandemic drives Dunkin’ to ‘contact-free delivery’ in Atlanta

Dunkin’ Brands Group Inc. is offering customers “contact-free delivery” of coffee, doughnuts and breakfast sandwiches through a partnership with Grubhub.

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Automotive Minute: Hyundai donates $2.2 million to fund 11 COVID-19 testing centers

The grant covers 11 testing centers at children’s hospitals across the country.

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Midtown sushi restaurant furloughs 94; Buckhead Japanese staple closes

More fallout from the novel coronavirus pandemic.

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Report: Emory University lands successor for president Claire Sterk

Emory University has reportedly landed a big-name as its next president.

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Kroger limits number of shoppers in stores

Kroger will limit the number of shoppers it allows in each of its stores across the country beginning tomorrow to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.

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Genuine Parts expects COVID-19 to hurt its financial results

"We believe the steps we are taking to stabilize our business in these unprecedented times will position the company for strong sales and earnings growth as we exit this global pandemic," CEO Paul Donahue says.

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Here's how COVID-19 is impacting Atlanta fintech companies Global Payments, GreenSky

The pandemic began to impact both companies' business in March.

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Poultry processor sends 415 south Georgia employees home with pay

Laurel, Miss.-based Sanderson Farms operates 13 plants throughout Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, North Carolina and Georgia.

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Blighted Doraville shopping center to get $50M redevelopment, much-needed apartments

The developer got almost $19 million in tax breaks and an extension to complete the project amid concerns about the ongoing global pandemic and economic uncertainty.

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Wells Fargo closes loan window for SBA relief program

Wells Fargo's news will stun millions of small business owners and nonprofits that had planned to file applications for the SBA Paycheck Protection Program this week.

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Lowe’s boosts employee pay, cuts hours and steps up social-distancing protocols

The home-improvement retailer is taking steps to protect its employees and customers as the novel coronavirus continues to spread.

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Atlanta neighborhood watch company Flock Safety raises $15.8M

Flock Safety looks to expand the outreach and response time of police within their jurisdiction with real time alerts.

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MomoCon 2020 canceled due to coronavirus concerns

The culture convention was originally set for May 21-24 at the Georgia World Congress Center.

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Atlanta private-equity firm raises $1.4 billion for new restaurant fund

The firm already owns more than a dozen restaurant brands.

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Not done yet: Here's what could — or should — be in the next small business stimulus bill

The novel coronavirus continues to exact a mounting toll on the economy. Here's what business advocates expect to see in additional congressional aid.

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Zoo Atlanta takes precautions after Bronx Zoo tiger tests positive for COVID-19

There are 85 employees who remain working at Zoo Atlanta to feed, observe and interact with the animals.

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Atlanta lenders say PPP loan guidelines continue to evolve and volume is overwhelming: 'Like trying to drink from a water cannon'

Nearly two-thirds of small businesses said they intend to apply for the PPP loans made available by the CARES Act, according to the National Federation of Independent Business.

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Coronavirus update: New dates for 2020 Masters, Tour Championship

The PGA Tour's revised schedule includes delaying the Tour Championship until Labor Day weekend.

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Survey: Here's how businesses can shape their marketing during COVID-19

With consumer fears about the COVID-19 pandemic easing slightly, business brands are in a position to drive positive change, says a new survey by Atlanta marketing firm Fitzco.

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Georgia-Pacific promotes sales exec to new C-Suite role

Georgia-Pacific created a new role in its C-Suite that aims to increase the Consumer Products Group's value with customers.

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Delta aims for customer retention with SkyMiles Medallion extension

While the COVID-19 pandemic escalates the need to dramatically reduce air-travel worldwide, Delta continues to focus its attention on retaining its most ardent customer-base.

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Children's clothing chain Carter's furloughs all store employees, takes additional steps due to COVID-19

Carter's also said it is canceling and significantly reducing inventory commitments and extending payment terms with suppliers, vendors, and landlords.

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Georgia funeral homes face COVID-19 conundrum: More deaths but fewer services

“If someone dies in a car accident and that person goes to the morgue and then to our funeral home, all we know is that they were tragically killed in a car accident because that is what is on the death certificate. We don’t know if they had coronavirus."

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Big Atlanta auto chain furloughs 2,300, cuts pay for execs and all employees

Asbury Automotive Group says it has experienced a sudden and significant decline in its sales and service business as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Portman Holdings: 700,000 square feet of office space for historic Midtown site

The new plans show a slightly larger project than Portman Holdings initially envisioned after it acquired the Midtown site last year. But, new details are emerging about the challenges of starting construction on new real estate developments.

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Coronavirus: Atlanta billionaire to donate $5 million to female business owners

Non-profit organization GlobalGiving will oversee the funding for the gift.

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