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Columbus, Georgia, achieved over $350 million in economic wins in 2025, emphasizing growth in aerospace, automotive, defense, information security, advanced manufacturing, and business services. Notable projects include JS Link America's planned $223 million facility at Muscogee Technology Park, which will create 520 jobs by 2027, and J.M.

Smucker Co.'s $120 million investment to expand its bakery, adding 48 jobs. BioTouch is set to invest $12.5 million to renovate its facilities, generating 480 jobs over four years. Columbus's strategy focuses on collaboration among business, government, and education sectors to build a skilled workforce, supported by local educational institutions.