GEDA 2026 August Luncheon
Warner Robins - Museum of Aviation
1942 Heritage BlvdRobins AFB, GA 31098
United States
Event Details
The Recipe for Success: How Warner Robins Became America’s #1 Food Manufacturing Market
Join us on Monday, August 10th for our GEDA August Luncheon in Warner Robins, GA at the Museum of Aviation as we explore why the Warner Robins Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) was recently recognized by Global Location Strategies (GLS) as the #1 location in the United States for food manufacturing. We hope to see you there!
Houston County has become a powerhouse in the food production sector, serving as home to major operations including the largest Frito-Lay, Perdue Farms, and Jack Link’s facilities in their respective networks. Through a panel of industry leaders, a national site selection consultant, workforce experts, and representatives from the Development Authority of Houston County, attendees will gain firsthand insight into the factors that have fueled this remarkable success.
Discussions will highlight the competitive advantages that attracted and retained these industry leaders, with a special focus on workforce and talent availability—one of the key drivers behind the region’s national recognition. Speakers will share perspectives on site selection trends, community readiness, infrastructure, partnerships, and workforce development strategies that create winning environments for industrial growth.
Participants will leave with practical lessons and actionable strategies for positioning their own communities as top-tier destinations for industry investment, expansion, and job creation.
Event Pricing
| Early Registration | Regular Registration | |
| Dates | Until 07/24/26 | 07/25/26-08/07/26 |
| Members | $50.00 | $55.00 |
| Non-members | $65.00 | $70.00 |
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