May 2023

North American Properties Breaks Ground

Robotics firm locates in Peachtree Corners

The groundbreaking above included, left to right: Joe Sawyer, Phil Sadd, Weare Gratwick, Managing Partner of North American Partners Tim Perry, Mayor Mike Mason, Councilmember Eric Christ, City Manager Brian Johnson and Councilmember Alex Wright.

North American breaks ground at Forum

North American Properties broke ground on The Forum redevelopment project earlier this month. The real estate company will rework the property, adding a boutique hotel, food hall, open green spaces, new retail space and 381 apartments.

The first phase will involve adding new retail shops and making improvements to public spaces. A 300-space parking deck will be constructed near Belk to allow for some parking to be reconstructed as open green space.

The Forum is connected to the city's Town Center via a pedestrian bridge over Peachtree Parkway. Together they are expected to create a lively downtown area, with retail, restaurants and activity on both sides of the state route.

Robotics company moves into Curiosity Lab

Seoul Robotics has established its United States office in Curiosity Lab at Peachtree Corners. The company’s presence in Curiosity Lab will fuel further development of its groundbreaking 3D perception platform while providing the company with a real-world testing environment along Peachtree Corners’ city streets.

UPS Healthcare president speaks at Movers and Makers event

UPS Healthcare President John J. Bolla shared an overview of the UPS Healthcare strategy with business people at the Partnership Gwinnett Movers and Makers event Thursday, May 4. Mr. Bolla said the UPS division focuses on complex healthcare logistics and end-to-end product offering. He discussed how pharmaceutical trials have become decentralized as lab kits are shipped back and forth, expediting new drugs to market. Bio-derived medications, also known as biologics, often require special handling and a cold environment, which calls for changes in the supply chain. He said the Covid pandemic has driven the home healthcare trend and it is changing how people consume health products. UPS is using GPS tracking devices in the delivery of novel medicines, vaccines and medical devices to guarantee package arrival.

UPS is a Curiosity Lab partner in Peachtree Corners. Several Peachtree Corners companies were finalists in the Movers and Makers Awards this year, including: Siemens, Nanolumens and Level Seven Commercial Cleaning.

Italian-inspired bakery slated for Forum

For those looking for a little taste of Italy, a new pasticceria and bakery will be opening at The Forum in Peachtree Corners. Along with pastries, cakes, croissants and sandwiches, Giulia will offer a coffee menu featuring espressos, cappuciinos and other beverages. Giulia joins Peche, lululemon and High Country Outfitters as recent addtions to the retail mix.

Businesses partner with schools for intern help

Opportunities

for students on tap

Paul Duke and Norcross High Schools offer career and technical education pathways that align with educational opportunities at Gwinnett Technical College and area businesses.

The Norcross Development Authority and the City of Peachtree Corners

are partnering with the schools in a student advancement internship

program by connecting businesses with students in particular fields of study.

The fields of study include, but are not limited to: Marketing,

Horticulture, BioScience, Food Services, Business Management, Hotels and

Catering, Barber and Beauty, Computer Programming, Construction, Design

Services, and Welding. Dozens of companies are already hosting interns.

For more information, contact: Kelly McCrary at Paul Duke High School at Kelly.Mccrary@gcpsk12.org or Sarah Eales, at Norcross High School at Sarah.Eales@gcpsk12.org

Peachtree Farm accepting applications

Peachtree Farm is accepting applications for a summer internship program which runs from June through August from 8 a.m. to noon. Peachtree Farm is a non-profit, urban farm with a mission of providing individuals with disabilities a place to live, work and thrive. High school, college students or recent graduates may apply.

The Farm produces locally grown produce for the metro Atlanta and north Georgia area while providing jobs and vocational training to individuals with disabilities. Currently the farm consists of one commercial-size greenhouse, several raised bed gardens, chicken care and outdoor nursery of

additional plants and ornamental grasses. Intern duties will include all aspects of the operation of the Farm. This will include working in the greenhouse, nursery, and with animal. The specifics job tasks will include

seeding, propagating, watering, chicken care, plant pruning, general landscaping, maintenance, cleaning, and more. Forward-facing jobs may include

farm tours, sales calls, and farmers markets.

Atlas Behavioral Health opens

Atlas Behavioral Health has opened at 3850 Holcomb Bridge Road in Peachtree Corners. The organization's mission is to provide exceptional, client-centered treatment that empowers clients to live a life of purpose and meaning.

Funding available through PTC app

Businesses participating in the CHOOSE PTC program are receiving checks automatically and getting exposure on the CHOOSE PTC App. Consider attracting new customers by using this technology. If you would like to know more about the program READ MORE. Or call City Hall at 678-691-1200 and speak with Jennifer or Louis.

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.

Coffee Connections Spotlight with Insurance Commissioner

Join the Southwest Gwinnett Chamber for Coffee Connects with Georgia Insurance Commissioner John King on Thursday, June 15, from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Atlanta Tech Park, 107 Technology Parkway in Peachtree Corners. For more information, visit: READ MORE

PTC Business Briefs

Work is underway at 4941 S. Old Peachtree Road to outfit space for a Fyzical Therapy and Balance Center.
A Petfolk Veterinarian clinic is expected to open at The Forum Shopping Center.
Central Transport is adding a new loading dock to its existing facility at 6431 Corley Road, a $700,000 project.

Join the PCBA for networking

The Peachtree Corners Business Association meets regularly to connect over coffee and talk about business on the second Tuesday of the month. The next 'Connection over Coffee' will take place Tuesday, June 13, from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill at the Town Center.

Curiosity Lab hosts students from Memphis

On May 5, approximately 90 students from the Memphis, TN school district toured Curiosity Lab in Peachtree Corners to learn more about autonomous vehicles, augmented reality and virtual reality, robotics and 3D printing.