Georgia Chamber

Georgia’s economy continues to show strength. 📈 Employment, labor force participation, job postings, and real GDP are all up year-over-year. ⚓ Port of Savannah TEUs climbed to 5.7M. 📊 Unemployment remains 3.6%, well below the 4.4% national average. Still, slight dips in median home prices and business applications highlight a mixed outlook. To read more, view the Georgia Chamber Foundation’s latest brief HERE: gachamber.com/data/navigator…

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"What a remarkable time for us to be leaders: to be bold, courageous, and grow ourselves while helping others flourish." – Dan T. Cathy Georgia is built on bold leaders who inspire growth, innovation, and community. We’re excited to spotlight an upcoming opportunity from our friends at the Trilith Foundation to hear from one of the state’s most influential business leaders. Join Dan T. Cathy, Chairman of @ChickfilA and Founder of Trilith, for a live virtual conversation on April 1, 6–7 PM EST. He’ll share lessons from decades of leadership, exploring what it truly means to build organizations that flourish — not just financially, but culturally. 🔹 General Admission: access to the live Zoom conversation 🔹 VIP Access: small-group breakout session with Dan and the chance to ask your own questions 🔗 Register now: bit.ly/4svWApe

Economic development doesn’t happen by accident. It takes intention, leadership, and the right tools to compete. At yesterday's #StateofEconDev26 event, #GAChamber President & CEO @cclark_georgia1 reinforced a clear message: growth matters. From job creation to lower taxes and stronger communities, Georgia’s success is the result of decades of strategic investment and partnership. 🔗 Click here to hear the full remarks: youtu.be/kU1mmWpUf3A?si…

As the session nears the finish line, workforce development continues to take center stage in conversations shaping Georgia’s future. #GALeg #ReCapLIVE

Thank you to Matthew Bowling, @LanierIslands Resort President & CEO, for providing remarks on behalf of today’s lunch sponsor. #StateofEconDev26

At #StateofEconDev26, Pat Wilson, @gdecd Commissioner, and Lauren Curry, Office of @GovKemp Chief of Staff, present insights on Georgia’s growth and strategies behind $118.5 billion in investment and 220,000+ new jobs, with Stuart Countess, President, @Kia Georgia, as moderator.

Pat Wilson, @gdecd Commissioner, shares insights on Georgia’s growth at #StateofEconDev26.

As part of this morning’s program, attendees heard a special video message from @GovKemp highlighting Georgia’s economic growth and opportunities. #StateofEconDev26

Chris Clark, #GAChamber President & CEO, and Grant Cagle, @GEDA_1963 Executive Director, deliver opening remarks at the State of Economic Development. #StateofEconDev26

Good morning from the historic Georgia Freight Depot in Atlanta! We’re excited to kick off today’s sold-out State of Economic Development event and bring together leaders from across the state to explore the ideas, partnerships, and strategies driving Georgia’s growth. Follow along and join the conversation using #StateofEconDev26.

Georgia’s competitive edge starts with leadership, partnership, and a long-term vision for growth. At this Wednesday's sold-out State of Economic Development event, our fireside chat “Georgia’s Competitive Edge: Leadership Perspectives on Economic Development” will bring together state and industry leaders to discuss how Georgia has secured $118.5 billion in investment and more than 220,000 jobs over the past seven years—and what it will take to sustain that momentum. From rural readiness and workforce development to infrastructure investment and public-private partnerships, this conversation will explore the policies and collaboration that continue to position Georgia as a top state for business. #StateofEconDev26 --- 🎤 FIRESIDE CHAT SPEAKERS: - Pat Wilson, Commissioner, @gdecd - Lauren Curry, Chief of Staff, Office of @GovKemp - Moderator: Stuart Countess, President, @Kia Georgia; Chair, Georgia Chamber

With only 9 legislative days left in the session, Katie and Cosby break down what’s happening and what's ahead as the legislative session enters its final stretch. #GALeg #ReCapLIVE

Economic development happens where strategy meets community. At next week’s sold-out State of Economic Development, our panel “Turning Opportunity into Investment: Local Perspectives on Georgia’s Growth” will feature leaders who are helping communities across the state compete for projects, prepare sites, and turn opportunity into real investment and jobs. From site selection and incentives to state-local partnerships, this conversation will explore what it really takes to keep Georgia competitive for the next decade. #StateofEconDev26 --- 🎤 PANELISTS: - Jason Dunn, Executive Director, Fitzgerald-Ben Hill Economic Development Authority - Niki Vanderslice, President & CEO, Fayette County Development Authority - Moderator: Stacy Watson, Chairman, @GEDA_1963, Director, Economic & Industrial Development, @GaPorts

Building on the transformative leadership conversations shared during #GCWWL26 at Trilith LIVE, we’re excited to spotlight an upcoming opportunity from our partners at the Trilith Foundation. On April 1, join Dan T. Cathy, Chairman of @ChickfilA and Founder of Trilith, for a live virtual conversation. Dan will share lessons from decades of leadership, exploring what it truly means to build organizations that flourish, not just financially, but culturally. Topics will include entrepreneurship, business development, and the essential role of human flourishing in shaping companies that elevate people and communities. Who should attend? Business professionals and executives, aspiring entrepreneurs and early-career professionals, leaders and purpose-driven organizations, and anyone passionate about business, culture, and community. 🗓 April 1, 2026 | 6:00–7:00 PM 💻 Virtual via Zoom 🔗 REGISTER HERE: bit.ly/4svWApe

Lacey Lanker, Manager of Corporate Citizenship at Fiserv, introduces today's Women in Finance panel.   Thank you @Fiserv, #GCWWL26 Gold Sponsor, for supporting today’s conversations and the leaders shaping Georgia’s financial and business sectors. #WomenWhoLead

Bentina C. Terry, President and CEO of @southernlinc and Southern Telecom, Inc., subsidiaries of @SouthernCompany, takes the stage as today's #GCWWL26 keynote. Known for transformational leadership in telecom and business strategy, she brings a vision for lasting impact. #WomenWhoLead

Dr. Lily Henson, CEO of @PiedmontHealth Augusta, highlighted one of the biggest challenges shaping the future of healthcare in Georgia: the growing need for healthcare workers. #WomenWhoLead #GCWWL26 Our latest report shows the demand is real. In December 2025, 80,879 unique jobs were posted across all industries in Georgia, a 9.1% increase from the previous year, with Healthcare among the sectors seeing the highest job gains. Read more in our most recent Economic Navigator: Georgia Maintains Steady Economic Growth. 🔗 gachamber.com/data/navigator…

Thank you to Carla Bowron, Healthcare Group Manager at JEDunn Construction, for introducing our Women in Healthcare panel. We appreciate @JEDunn Construction, Women Who Lead Gold Sponsor, for supporting conversations that highlight the leaders shaping the future of healthcare in Georgia. #GCWWL26

Good morning from Trilith LIVE! Today we’re bringing together leaders, innovators, and changemakers from across Georgia for Women Who Lead. From boardrooms to communities, women are driving impact, shaping industries, and opening doors for the next generation of leaders. Be part of the conversation and help us celebrate the voices and ideas moving Georgia forward using our hashtag #GCWWL26.