70%+
of Fortune 500s have a presence in metro Atlanta
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For more than 160 years, the Metro Atlanta Chamber has worked alongside business leaders and policymakers to drive economic growth and expand opportunity across our 29‑county region. Today, as the eighth‑largest market in the nation, metro Atlanta stands as a global crossroads where industry, diverse companies, and top talent come together. With vibrant neighborhoods, a rich cultural landscape, a pro‑business economy, a thriving innovation ecosystem, and a highly educated workforce, metro Atlanta is built for business.
of Fortune 500s have a presence in metro Atlanta
best state for business 12 years in a row (Area Development)
Talent Hub in the U.S. (JLL)
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Dr. Jerry Parrish serves as the Chief Economist at the Metro Atlanta Chamber, where he leads the Economic Research team.
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Michael Baptiste will join the Metro Atlanta Chamber as vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) beginning Monday, June 14. In...
This week, Committee for a Better Atlanta (CBA), a business coalition compromised of over 30 Atlanta businesses and civic organizations, including the...
Last Thursday Senate Bill 185, sponsored by Senator Bo Hatchett, which gives Georgia taxpayers a level playing field was signed into law.
One year ago, we convened 50 of our top business leaders to explore ways to restore Georgia’s economy as the impacts of...
Metro Atlanta’s Share of Black-owned Businesses Nearly Triple That of U.S.; Latest Playbook Offers Path to Further Strengthen Region as Location of...
This morning the Supreme Court ruled unanimously for Georgia in the long-running Florida vs. Georgia water apportionment case. Justice Amy Coney Barrett...
On Wednesday, March 31, the 2021 session of the Georgia General Assembly ended. MAC’s public policy team worked on many legislative issues...
Senate Bill 105, sponsored by Chairman Brian Strickland and Representative Tyler Paul Smith has reached final passage and awaits the Governor's signature....
The following statement from the Metro Atlanta Chamber on the passage of elections bills by the Georgia General Assembly can be attributed...
The American Rescue Plan Act passed by Congress earlier this month includes additional monies for Georgia with a large portion of funds...
The following statement from the Metro Atlanta Chamber on elections bills under consideration by the Georgia General Assembly can be attributed to...
The following statement from the Metro Atlanta Chamber on elections bills under consideration by the Georgia General Assembly can be attributed to...
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In this episode of Georgia by the Numbers, Dr. Jerry Parrish is joined by Nick Fernandez, Senior Director of Government Affairs at...
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Inaccurate criminal records prevented thousands from securing jobs and housing while hindering effective law enforcement.
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Along with the metro Atlanta business community, Metro Atlanta Chamber spearheaded a successful public-private partnership with Fulton County justice partners to fix...
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