Recent News & Announcements

Chamber Plans Trip to Germany

April 4, 2012 The Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce announced today that it will host a nine-day Discovery Excursion to Germany in December of 2012. The 9 day trip to Germany will provide participants with an opportunity to explore Germany’s history, culture, and shopping markets. The trip will also allow participants to learn about Germany’s economic development agencies.


Advanced Disposal Opens $5 Million Recycling Facility in Forsyth County
Forsyth Herald
Aldo Nahed 

March 14, 2012
Advanced Disposal Services, Inc. opened Forsyth County's newest recycling facility in Alpharetta. The company's $5 million facility, 5680 Shirlee Industrial Way, provides a much needed service to Forsyth County and the surrounding greater Atlanta area.


International Panel to Convene
Forsyth County News
Crystal Ledford

March 10, 2012 Representatives of Forsyth’s international business community are invited to attend a meeting about work force development on March 23. Randall Toussaint, vice president of economic development with the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce, said the gathering is part of the chamber’s international business roundtable program.


Expert Hails Local Recovery
Forsyth County News
Crystal Ledford

January 25, 2012 An area real estate expert described Forsyth County as a leader in the economic and housing market recovery. Frank Norton Jr. discussed several of his 2012 "trends" Tuesday during the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce's Economic Outlook breakfast. "Last year I told you [Forsyth County] was different, this year I'm telling you it's a leader," Norton shared with the crowd of about 200...