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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Rep. Houston Gaines (R-Athens) has reintroduced a bill that nearly passed the General Assembly in 2020.
The Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC) public policy team recently welcomed two new full-time team members: Natasha DiFiore, Director of Legal Affairs, and...
An agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has formally granted Georgia use of Lake Lanier for drinking water, a...
A newly-published report, “Georgia Leading the Way: The Logistics Workforce for the Future", outlines that the supply chain and logistics industry is...
"The Metro Atlanta Chamber and the Atlanta Sports Council are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of sports legend and beloved...
In his state of the state address, Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA) outlined several increases over last year's tough budget.
The metro Atlanta business community stands united in calling for an end to the violence taking place in Washington, D.C. and across...
The metro Atlanta business community stands united in calling for an end to the violence taking place in Washington, D.C. and across...
Talking to educators, school administrators, industry representatives and education advocates on Thursday, December 3rd, Georgia Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan highlighted how important...
Last week the Supreme Court of Georgia reversed and remanded the GeorgiaCarry.org v Atlanta Botanical Garden, Inc. (ABG) case back to Fulton...
The Atlanta Metro Export Challenge (Atlanta MEC) wrapped up this past month, announcing winners and thousands of dollars in awarded grants to...
The following is an op-ed written for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution by Steve Dolinger, President of the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education.
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Georgia By The Numbers (In a Minute) made its debut last week where Dr. Jerry Parrish shared his insights on the latest...
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Georgia created 66,900 jobs in the last year.
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Between 2013 and 2023: U.S. GDP grew by 64.2% , Georgia GDP grew by 77.9%, and Atlanta GDP grew by 85.5%
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How is Georgia's economy rebounding compared to the nation after COVID-19?
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In the March edition of Georgia By The Numbers, MAC Chief Economist Dr. Jerry Parrish takes a closer look at the state’s...
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In the latest edition of Georgia By The Numbers, MAC Chief Economist Dr. Jerry Parrish and Vice President of Business Climate Leanna...
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In the latest edition of Georgia by the Numbers – a concise, data-driven video highlighting our state’s economic trends, workforce shifts, and...
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On this edition of Georgia By The Numbers, Metro Atlanta Chamber Chief Economist Dr. Jerry Parrish sits down with Atlanta Sports Council...
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On this episode of Georgia By the Numbers, Metro Atlanta Chamber Chief Economist Jerry Parrish reviews the newest census data to break...
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On this episode of Georgia By The Numbers, we take a look at a fresh revision of U.S. jobs data that gives...
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On this episode of Georgia By The Numbers, Dr. Jerry Parrish speaks with Kristi Brigman, the Chief Economic Development Officer at the...
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On this episode of Georgia By the Numbers, Dr. Jerry Parrish meets with Dave Williams, Chief Policy Officer at the Metro Atlanta...
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