Chief Economist
Jerry Parrish is the Chief Economist at the Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC). He leads the MAC Economic Research team, which is responsible for providing accurate data to MAC’s Economic Development team and its partners. Jerry consistently delves into the economic trends of metro Atlanta and the state at large, maintaining a keen focus on regional and statewide economic dynamics.
He has a Bachelor of Science degree in agricultural business and economics from Auburn University, an M.B.A. from Bellarmine University, a Master of Science in economics from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and a Ph.D. in economics from Auburn University.
