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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public policy prowess, as president and CEO she led the adoption of a new strategic framework for the Chamber centered on economy, talent, and community.
Chief Economic Development Officer
Kristi Brigman leads the Chamber’s economic development strategy, ecosystem development, global commerce, and business recruitment.
Chief Economist
Dr. Jerry Parrish serves as the Chief Economist at the Metro Atlanta Chamber, where he leads the Economic Research team.
Discover how our region’s greatest business minds are creating what’s next for metro Atlanta.
Continuing American Economic Growth Requires Infrastructure Investment
The following piece is a quick Q&A to give you all the details at a glance.
Annual event uplifts metro Atlanta companies in global business development.
The following press release was issued by Governor Kemp and the Georgia Department of Economic Development.
“From the Torch to the Cup,” Sports Fuel Momentum in Metro Atlanta
The PBS Aerospace Success Story
The expansion of the German automaker brings hundreds of jobs to Sandy Springs.
InnovATL2025 highlights Atlanta’s growth in technology and innovation
New report informs 2025 mayoral, council president, and city council races
Connecting students with top employers
From the Beltline to the assembly line, metro Atlanta powers Rivian’s growth
Strategic projects and public-private partnerships fuel downtown’s next chapter
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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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