ATLANTA - Gainesville and Braselton are among the stops in northeast Georgia for the 2015 International VIP Tour, an annual event hosted by the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) that takes place Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
"The international diversity found in Georgia elevates the state as an ideal place to live and work," said GDEcD Commissioner Chris Carr. "The ability to showcase Georgia's multi-faceted economy to influential leaders from 28 countries keeps Georgia's tourism opportunities and overall quality of life on the radar of the international business community."
The 2015 International VIP Tour is a three-day event that showcases the northeast region of Georgia to the Consular Corps. This year, the itinerary includes a traditional tourism and economic development tour of the following communities: Dawsonville, Dahlonega, Young Harris, Sautee Nacoochee, Cornelia, Gainesville and Braselton.
"Braselton is honored to be selected for the tour and to have a chance to showcase the Chateau Elan Resort, our industrial community presence and our vibrant historic downtown", said Jennifer Dees, Town Manager.
The International VIP Tour is the only event that brings the bulk of Atlanta's diplomatic community together with Georgians in these communities.The Georgia Department of Economic Development has organized the annual three-day tour since 1985.
"Every year the International VIP Tour shows off a 'slice' of Georgia to our Consular Corps," said Ember Bishop, deputy commissioner, international relations, GDEcD. "The tour creates an opportunity to familiarize our VIP Tour guests with destinations they might not have otherwise seen, as well as create long-lasting friendshipsand business connections within these thriving communities."
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