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March 20, 2025
Brightmark had an incredible time hosting the Thomaston-Upson Chamber of Commerce’s Business After Hours, co-hosted with the Upson Beacon. It was a great evening of conversation, connection, and community building. We’re grateful to everyone who came out—we’re proud to be part of such a welcoming and engaged local network!
Recent news
IDA Members, County Officials Tour Brightmark
Brightmark Joins Drawdown Georgia Business Compact
Plastic recycling company plans $1 billion investment in Georgia
Brightmark announces intent to invest $950M in Upson County
SPE Foundation & Brightmark® announce first-of-its-kind scholarship fund for Georgia Tech
The innovative scholarship from the SPE Foundation and Brightmark meets students’ prolonged…
CEO of Brightmark, Bob Powell, featured in Georgia Tech Alumni Magazine
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Events
Business After Hours
Brightmark had an incredible time hosting the Thomaston-Upson Chamber of Commerce’s Business…
Georgia Recycling Coalition
As part of its commitment to being a long-term community partner, Brightmark…
Fun 101 FM
Founder and CEO Bob Powell sat down with Dave Piper from Fun…
Breakfast with Brightmark
Brightmark invited the community of Thomaston to join them for breakfast and…
Rock the Block Concert
Alyssa Schabel, Brightmark’s project development manager, volunteered at the Rock the Block…
GA Conservancy: Precious Places
Brightmark sponsored the GA Conservancy’s Precious Places event to celebrate outdoor recreation…
Freedom Fest
Brightmark celebrated Independence Day with the Thomaston community by sponsoring the Freedom…
Thomaston Meet-and-Greet
Thomaston’s Upson Beacon newspaper recently hosted a community meet-and-greet, offering local residents…
Southern Crescent Event
Supporting initiatives to empower current and future generations is imperative to Brightmark’s…
Thomaston Open House
Following the announcement of the Thomaston Circularity Center, Brightmark hosted an open…