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GEDA 2026 October Luncheon

Monday, October 26, 2026
10:45 AM - 1:30 PM (EDT)
160 Seats Remaining
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Event Details

Fireside Chat: The Site Selection Perspective

Join us on Monday, October 26th for our GEDA October Luncheon in Atlanta, GA at the Southern Company Gas headquarters!

Join Ashley Varnum with Georgia Power and Leah Scott with KPMG for a fireside chat exploring today’s site selection landscape, what companies are looking for, Georgia’s competitive position, and what makes sites and site visits stand out. The conversation will be complemented by a brief “Georgia by the Numbers” overview highlighting recent economic development activity and trends across the state.

We hope to see you there! 

Event Pricing

  Early Registration Regular Registration
Dates Until 10/09/26 10/10/26-10/25/26
Members $50.00 $55.00
Non-members  $65.00 $70.00

Speakers:

Leah Scott, Site Selection Director, KPMG US

Ashley Varnum, Director of Statewide Economic Development, Georgia Power

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Cancellation, Refund, & No-Show Policy

  • A registrant who does not submit a written cancellation, or attend the event, is considered a "No-Show.” No-Shows are not eligible for refunds or credits, and are still liable for outstanding balances. Those who are ill and have a doctor’s excuse or a death in the family will be excused.
  • Substitutions will be accepted at any time.
  • There will be no refunds or credits for cancellations after the close of business (5:00 pm) seven days prior the event.
  • All cancellation requests must be received in writing (email or hard copy) and must be received by the stated cancellation deadline.
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  • When possible, refunds will be credited back to the original credit card used for payment.
  • For those who have registered and choose the bill me or pay by check option, you are still subject to the refund policy.