The Georgia Forestry Commission provides leadership, service, and education in the protection and conservation of Georgia’s forest resources. Georgia’s 24 million acres of timberlands are sustainable & growing – tree growth exceeds removals by 46% per year. GFC provides forest resource analysis and marketing assistance to existing and prospective industries. The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) is the marketing and sales arm of the State of Georgia, supporting business growth across the state by attracting new investment, facilitating business expansion, and partnering with communities to drive economic growth. GDEcD markets Georgia to the world by encouraging international trade and investment, attracting tourists to Georgia, and promoting the state as a go-to location for film, music, digital entertainment, and the arts.