>70%
of Fortune 500s have a presence in metro Atlanta
Welcome to the Metro Atlanta Chamber newsroom, your trusted source for the latest regional news. Explore timely updates, press releases, economic insights, downloadable assets, and media resources that tell the story of a region built for business and shaping the future. Connect with us for interviews, data, and expert commentary.
Welcome to the Metro Atlanta Chamber newsroom, your trusted source for the latest regional news. Explore timely updates, press releases, economic insights, downloadable assets, and media resources that tell the story of a region built for business and shaping the future. Connect with us for interviews, data, and expert commentary.
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.
Matt Ryan, President of Football for the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta Falcons Ring of Honor quarterback
Ryan Marshall, President and CEO of PulteGroup and 2025 Metro Atlanta Chamber Board Chair
Kim Greene, Chairman, President, and CEO of Georgia Power and 2028 Metro Atlanta Chamber Board Chair
Richard McPhail, Executive Vice President and CEO of The Home Depot and 2027 Metro Atlanta Board Chair
Rich McKay, CEO of AMB Sports + Entertainment and 2026 Metro Atlanta Board Chair
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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President & CEO
Known for her skillful communication and
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.
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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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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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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, 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, Metro Atlanta Chamber Chief Economist Jerry Parrish reviews the newest census data to break...
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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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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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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 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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How is Georgia's economy rebounding compared to the nation after COVID-19?
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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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Georgia created 66,900 jobs in the last year.
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