Metro Atlanta Chamber

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, we're deeply grateful to the thousands who responded to the calls for help. Georgia Power Company deployed 20k+ workers to restore power to 1.3M customers and address damage on an immense scale. If you'd like to help the victims of Hurricane Helene, check out this Atlanta Journal-Constitution article detailing ways to support relief efforts. ?https://lnkd.in/etdrE684

?? New Chief Economic Development Officer at the Metro Atlanta Chamber! ?? ? Next month Kristi Brigman will join the Metro Atlanta Chamber as the new Chief Economic Development Officer. Kristi’s background in state economic development and tax consulting positions her to lead MAC’s efforts in driving economic development strategy. Her incredibly capable team supports industry ecosystem development, global commerce, and business recruitment. Her state-wide expertise will be invaluable as we continue to foster growth and prosperity in the metro Atlanta region. https://lnkd.in/d9M5Y2_v?

?? Georgia created 72,200 jobs in the last year. ??? Job growth is starting to normalize back to pre-2020 levels. ?? Athens-Clarke County has the highest job growth rate in the past year at 3.6%. ?? Georgia By The Numbers (In a Minute) made its debut last week where Jerry D. Parrish, Ph.D. shared his insights on the latest update from the federal reserve. Watch the video to learn more from MAC's Chief Economist, Dr. Jerry Parrish.

We're officially just one week away from InnovATL2024! From October 1-19, over 30 exciting events will showcase metro Atlanta’s thriving innovation ecosystem. Mark your calendars for incredible opportunities to connect, collaborate, and discover what makes metro Atlanta a leader in innovation. Which events are you most excited for? Let us know below! ?? #InnovATL2024 #BuiltForBusiness #InnovationHub

Georgia celebrates another year of business growth! We don't stop at being named the top state for business for the eleventh year in a row: last month, the Georgia Department of Economic Development released its FY 2024 numbers: $20.3 billion in investments and nearly 27,000 new jobs across diverse industries, from tech to manufacturing. Georgia continues to shine as a top destination for business expansion, driving growth and community opportunities statewide. #BuiltForBusiness #GeorgiaOnTheMove #EconomicDevelopment #InvestInGeorgia

This week the Fed dropped interest rates - what does that mean for Georgians? Check out our new "In a Minute" series with MAC Chief Economist Jerry D. Parrish, Ph.D.. Follow us on YouTube to stay up to date on all the latest news around Georgia's economy!

Downtown Atlanta is being reimagined! Georgia Pacific has unveiled plans for a transformative redevelopment that will reshape the heart of the city. This new hub will drive economic growth, attract businesses, and redefine Atlanta’s skyline for the future. Click the link in our comments section to learn more about this exciting transformation!

FIFA World Cup 2026? Atlanta is less than 2 years away, and we can expect fans from around the world to spend over half a billion dollars in Georgia! Metro Atlanta is ready to thrive as we welcome fans from around the globe. Click the link in our comment section to learn more about how the FIFA World Cup 2026? will economically impact our region.?? #FIFAWorldCup #WeAreAtlanta #BuiltForBusiness

Atlanta stands as the nation's leader in education, with nearly 60% of residents holding bachelor’s degrees. This concentration of a highly educated workforce makes metro Atlanta a prime destination for businesses seeking to thrive and develop top talent!

ICYMI, Jerry D. Parrish, Ph.D. highlighted which metros in Georgia have seen the most job growth in the last year. Click the link in our comments?section for the latest?video on Georgia's economy and job growth. #BuiltForBusiness #GeorgiaByTheNumbers