Testimonials
Toombs County Development Authority
"Vidalia, Lyons and Toombs County work together to develop a diversified industrial base and a pro-business environment. Southeastern Technical College and four local school systems have joined forces to establish a regional Charter School and Career Academy. The Career Academy will give a competitive edge to local business and industry by providing employees that have the work skills and work ethics needed in today’s global economy. Just another “Sweet” reason for locating in Toombs County!"
— Bill Mitchell, Executive Director
Vidalia City Schools
“There is a tremendous commitment to the education of our young people in Vidalia and all of Toombs County. We view it not only as an investment in their lives—but naturally—an investment in our communities as well”
— Dr. Tim Smith, Superintendent
Oxford Apparel Group
A Division of Oxford Industries, Inc.
“The Toombs County Development Authority and the community help provide a favorable business climate for local industry to prosper by offering tax support and continuing education seminars. Their continued interest in Oxford has allowed us to remain a vital employer in our community.”
— Angie McDaniel, International Operations Manager
Meadows Regional Medical Center
“I moved here in a temporary leadership capacity with Meadows Regional over nine years ago. I couldn’t imagine not living here now. The people make this place special,”
— Alan Kent, President and CEO
DOT Foods
“We looked for the best logistical place to continue our company’s growth in the Southeast. Toombs County assets and the Toombs County Development Authority made it an easy choice.”
— Tim Truxel, Plant Manager
U.S. Energy Sciences, Inc.
“The county infrastructure and financing connection were enormously critical in our technology company’s success. We’re now into our 7th year with 50 employees.”
— Cindi Hicks, President
— Andy Loosberg, Vice President
Trane
"We've had tremendous success due largely to the quality of the workforce. It's a neighborhood of communities with great work ethic and it has paid off for Trane."
— Marek May, Former Business Leader