Existing Industries

Waycross and Ware County Industrial Park

Come be a part of our dynamic and diverse Industrial Park

Jason Rubenbauer
President and CEO

Jason Rubenbauer photo
Jason Rubenbauer
President and CEO

Click here to download Jason's contact information.

Jason Rubenbauer is a lifelong public servant who has resided in Ware County since 2003 with his wife Tammy. He is a United States Navy veteran and has worked for Coastal Pines (formerly Okefenokee Technical College) and Bainbridge State College in the economic development arena. Mr. Rubenbauer served as the County Manager for Pierce County from 2017—2022 where he was actively involved in the community through the Rotary Club of Blackshear and the Blackshear Exchange Club. Jason also serves on the local Board of Directors for Coastal Pines Technical College. He is the former owner of Affordable Tax and Accounting, LLC in Waycross and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management/Accounting and a Master of Business Administration. Jason is extremely excited to help support our local businesses and industries while recruiting new opportunities into the region.

small map showing location

The Okefenokee area is located in the heart of southeast Georgia and is the gateway to the world-famous Okefenokee Swamp.

Learn More

Recent News

Georgia Department of Community Affairs Offering Assistance for Homeowners Impacted by Recent Storms Families in Georgia whose homes were damaged by Hurricane Idalia, Tropical Storm Debby, or Hurricane Helene may be eligible for housing assistance through the Georgia...
Read More

Lucas Center for Entrepreneurship to Host Idea Bootcamp for Aspiring Entrepreneurs Turn Your Idea into a Business at the Lucas Center’s Idea Bootcamp The Lucas Center for Entrepreneurship is inviting aspiring entrepreneurs to take...
Read More

Georgia Power Rate Freeze Approved Through 2028 The Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) has approved a plan to keep Georgia Power’s base electric rates stable through at least the end...
Read More