ATLANTA, May 15, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern
Company has been named the U.S. Company of the Year by Conexx, the
premier organization connecting Americans and Israelis via
business. Southern Company Chairman, CEO & President
Thomas A. Fanning accepted the award
on behalf of the company at the 2017 Conexx Gala in Atlanta.
"Conexx has been a terrific partner as together we continue to
build the future of energy," Fanning said. "On behalf of everyone
at Southern Company, I am proud to accept this award and proud of
our work with Conexx to cultivate business opportunities for both
American and Israeli companies."
Southern Company was recognized for its outstanding
contributions to the U.S.-Israel
business relationship as it continues to innovate and shape the
future of energy by developing the full portfolio of energy
resources. Southern Company partnered with Conexx to explore
innovation in various industry sectors including alternative
energy, cybersecurity, homeland security, water, smart cities,
transportation, marketing technology and indoor agriculture.
Furthermore, Southern Company representatives have traveled to
Israel. Most recently, the Georgia
Power economic development department visited Israel and collaborated with the Georgia
Department of Economic Development representative in Israel to bring Israeli companies to
Georgia.
Conexx was established in 1992 as the American-Israel Chamber of Commerce, Southeast
Region. Today, Conexxis a private, not-for profit,
non-governmental business organization connecting Israelis and
Americans in business and exploring new market opportunities. With
over 500 members, Conexx is recognized for delivering value to
those looking to connect with Israel and create value in support of the
business between Israel and the
U.S.
About Southern Company
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is
America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of
generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined
natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million
customers through its subsidiaries. The company provides clean,
safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating
companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in
seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale
customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of
customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless
communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent
customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are
below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment
to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing
America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy
resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal,
natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new
products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern
Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and
G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military
employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by
DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40
Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for
Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National
Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic
Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear
development and is continually ranked among the top energy
companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas
Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com.
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