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WiM Individual Professional
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With over a decade of experience in business optimization, site selection, incentives negotiation, and economic development strategy, Shelly Carmichael has played a pivotal role in helping businesses—from startups to Fortune 50 companies—secure hundreds of millions in credits and incentives. As Director of Specialty Tax Services, she leverages her expertise in real estate, supply chain operations, and financial structuring to guide companies in making data-driven location decisions that align with growth and cost-efficiency objectives.
Shelly’s foundation in economic development was shaped by training from former officials in North Carolina, Georgia, and Virginia, giving her a deep understanding of state incentive structures, economic development programs, and public-private partnerships. With strong relationships at both the state and local levels, she works closely with economic developers to connect businesses with the right incentives and business-friendly locations.
A leader in the manufacturing sector, Shelly serves as Vice Chair of the Georgia Association of Manufacturers Associate Council, where she advocates for industry growth and competitiveness. She also shares her expertise as an instructor at Georgia Tech’s Enterprise Innovation Institute, helping businesses navigate site selection best practices and economic development strategies.
Having worked extensively across the United States, Shelly brings valuable market insights to companies exploring expansion, relocation, and incentives compliance. Her dedication to fostering business success and economic growth makes her a driving force in the industry.
Shelly’s foundation in economic development was shaped by training from former officials in North Carolina, Georgia, and Virginia, giving her a deep understanding of state incentive structures, economic development programs, and public-private partnerships. With strong relationships at both the state and local levels, she works closely with economic developers to connect businesses with the right incentives and business-friendly locations.
A leader in the manufacturing sector, Shelly serves as Vice Chair of the Georgia Association of Manufacturers Associate Council, where she advocates for industry growth and competitiveness. She also shares her expertise as an instructor at Georgia Tech’s Enterprise Innovation Institute, helping businesses navigate site selection best practices and economic development strategies.
Having worked extensively across the United States, Shelly brings valuable market insights to companies exploring expansion, relocation, and incentives compliance. Her dedication to fostering business success and economic growth makes her a driving force in the industry.
WiM Individual Professional