Business & Industry Updates

July 2024

Mayors discuss issues during SWGC event

New restaurants opening at The Forum

First Taste of Peachtree Corners a success

Pictured above are (L-R) Bobby Cobb, of Cobb Global Outreach, Lindsay Schwartz of LS Creative + Consulting, Julie Davis of Peachtree Corners Magazine, Joan Smith of Peachtree Corners Arts, Bill Hawk of Silver Dollar Press and Peachtree Corners City Councilman Joe Sawyer.

The PCBA organized the first Taste of Peachtree Corners on Thursday, June 27. It was a great time of networking and community fellowship among business owners and other involved citizens. Approximately 100 people experienced an evening of delicious bites and drinks, sampling foods from local businesses. Participating restaurants included: Firebirds Wood Fire Grill, JR's Log House Restaurant, Marlow's Tavern, Stäge, Pêche Modern Coastal, Chopt, Lazy Dog, Giulia Italian Bakery, Moe's Southwest Grill, Smoke's Family Catering. Event sponsors included ALR Marketing Solutions, Sanford Rose Associates, ACityDiscount Restaurant Equipment.

Mayors discuss projects, safety, collaboration

The Southwest Gwinnett Chamber hosted a panel discussion with the mayors of Peachtree Corners, Berkeley Lake and Norcross on Friday, July 12, at the Hilton Atlanta Northeast. The mayors updated Chamber members about current projects, public safety issues and collaboration.

Current Projects

Berkeley Lake is working on overhauling ordinances, specifically development regulations, and creating a redevelopment plan for the Peachtree Industrial Blvd. and South Berkeley Lake Road area, said Mayor Lois Salter. Berkeley Lake is also improving a playground. Mayor Craig Newton, of Norcross, said the city recently updated its comprehensive plan and is looking to improve bicycle and pedestrian safety along Buford Highway and in the town center, while adding parking downtown. READ MORE

The Forum announces new restaurants

Nick Lombardo, (right) vice president of development for North American Properties, hosted a sneak peak tour for members of the media and local Chambers of Commerce on Wednesday, July 17. The outdoor plaza is slated to open Aug. 9. The North Plaza is already open. There will be a new restaurant in one of the jewel box buildings with an upstairs patio, although the name has not yet been released.

Three restaurants were announced that are opening in Politan Row, a food court concept that allows for a greater variety of options. At Politan Row will be Sheesh Mediterranean, from the owners of Stäge Kitchen & Bar and Pêche; Twenty Six Thai, a female owned and operated concept with seven other locations in the metro; and Gekko Kitchen, which started as a hibachi food truck and is opening its fifth location at The Forum.

The Forum is currently under redevelopment by North American Properties, which also developed Avalon in Alpharetta. Several phases of development are planned. Future phases will include 380 residential units and a boutique hotel.

From the Mayor's Desk. . .

City Marshals busy solving crimes

Since its inception less than a year ago, a lot has been accomplished by the Peachtree Corner’s City Marshal’s Office. Over the past several months, the Marshals have solved various crimes, assisted the Gwinnett County Police Department, and are working to implement several innovative programs. While there have been many successes, I wanted to provide a few examples of several things they have either done or are working to complete.

ASHRAE recognizes outstanding members

ASHRAE recognized the contributions of members to the society and the built environment industry during an Honors and Awards program at the 2024 Annual Conference in Indianapolis. Founded in 1894, ASHRAE is a global professional society committed to serving humanity by advancing the arts and sciences of heating ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and their allied fields. ASHRAE is headquartered in Peachtree Corners.

Business Briefs

MiniLuxe reports salon ownership change

MiniLuxe Holding Corp. is pleased to announce a joint-venture partnership with Sugarcoat, a leading regional modern nail care brand based in Atlanta. As part of the joint venture agreement, MiniLuxe will take a majority ownership of one Sugarcoat location in The Forum in Peachtree Corners.

New Businesses opening doors

in Peachtree Corners

Review the many new occupational tax certificates processed by City Hall. See READ MORE most recent new businesses and license.

County Chamber leader to speak at upcoming local Chamber event

Join the Southwest Gwinnett Chamber for the First Friday Breakfast on Friday, Aug 2, at Hilton Atlanta Northeast at 5993 Peachtree Industrial Blvd. Deven Cason of Partnership Gwinnett will speak to changing global business environments, the opportunities for expansion coming from global businesses, and the Gwinnett County’s strategic advantage representing a diverse customer and employee base.

The Southwest Gwinnett area, in particular, has been a critical component of these successes. Partnership Gwinnett assisted in relocating Intuitive Surgical to Peachtree Corners, bringing 1,200 professional jobs to the city and helping secure the city’s prominence as a leader in the technology sector.

PCBA hosting annual charity party

Please join the PCBA on Thursday, Aug. 22, for the Tailgates and Touchdowns annual charity party. The PCBA is raising money to support three causes: the Spectrum Autism Support Group, the Georgia Alliance for Breast Cancer and Neighborhood Cooperative Ministries. Enjoy tailgating cuisine, business networking, a live auction, silent auction, and music. For more information, READ MORE

Michigan-based mobility company testing locally

May Mobility has started testing vehicles at Curiosity Lab in Peachtree Corners. Based in Ann Arbor, Mich., May Mobility develops and deploys autonomous vehicles (AVs) powered by innovative Multi-Policy Decision Making (MPDM) technology that literally reimagines the way AVs think.