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102
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Jun 2026
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For over 100 years the Georgia Chamber of Commerce has worked to keep, grow and create jobs to make Georgia a better state for business.This podcast will focus on our advocacy, policy and thought leadership that helps us ensure Georgia’s economic competitiveness, attract new investments as well as promote growth and prosperity for all business.
In this episode, Morgan Law sits down with Charlie Clark, state head of Georgia banking, to discuss why Synovus, now merged with Pinnacle Financial Partners, is proud to serve as the presenting sponsor of the Coolest Thing Made in Georgia. Plus, learn how companies can get involved in this year's competition and how Georgians can support the innovative products being made right here at home.
In anticipation of the Georgia Chamber’s 2026 State of Energy event, Daniela Perry, Executive Director of the Georgia Chamber Foundation, sat down with Aaron Mitchell, Senior Vice President of Strategic Growth for Georgia Power, to explore the evolving forces shaping Georgia’s energy future and what they mean for long-term economic competitiveness.
Brandon Haddock, Director of Communications for Textron Specialized Vehicles, joins Paige Blakemore, Communications Coordinator at the Georgia Chamber, to discuss the innovation and manufacturing excellence behind one of Georgia's leading vehicle manufacturers.The conversation explores Textron Specialized Vehicles' presence in Georgia, the products and brands that have made the company a leader in the industry, and the role advanced manufacturing continues to play in the state's economy. Brandon also shares insights into the company's commitment to innovation and what it means to be recognized as part of the Coolest Thing Made in Georgia competition.
Trish Pagan, Vice President of Air Mobility and Maritime Missions and Marietta Site General Manager at Lockheed Martin, joins Morgan Law, Chief Experience Officer of the Georgia Chamber, to discuss the story behind the C-130J Super Hercules — the inaugural winner of the Coolest Thing Made in Georgia competition.The conversation explores Lockheed Martin’s longstanding investment in Georgia, the talented workforce behind the C-130J, and why advanced manufacturing continues to play such a critical role in Georgia’s economy. Trish also reflects on what it meant for the C-130J to earn the title of Georgia’s “Coolest Thing Made” and why celebrating Georgia-made innovation matters as the competition enters its second year.
What are some of the best practices from chambers of commerce across the U.S.? How can chambers continue to earn the trust of their communities? The Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) explores these questions every day in its work serving more than 9,000 leaders from 1,300 chambers nationwide.In the latest episode of the Georgia Chamber Podcast, ACCE President & CEO Sheree Anne Kelly joins us to discuss the association’s work — including the launch of Horizon 2035, the Certified Chamber Executive Program, and more.Learn more about Horizon 2035, designed to help chamber leaders stay a step ahead by highlighting key future-facing trends, at: https://secure.acce.org/pages/horizon2035/To explore the Certified Chamber Executive Program and apply for the 2026 cohort, visit: https://secure.acce.org/pages/cce/Connect with Sheree Anne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shereeanne/ Follow the ACCE:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ACCEHQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/accehq/X (Twitter): https://x.com/accehqLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/accehq/
Georgia Power is an essential partner in powering Georgia's sustained, record-breaking economic success. On the latest Georgia Chamber Podcast episode, we were joined by Arthur Tripp, the vice president of Economic Development for Georgia Power who shared why it is so important for an utility company to have an economic development team, how Georgia Power shapes our state's business-friendly environment, what strong corporate citizenship means for Georgia Power. Georgia Power is a Presenting sponsor of the Georgia Chamber's oversold 2025 Congressional Luncheon, we thank Georgia Power for being our partner for #GCCL25 and in our year-round advocacy. For more information about Georgia Power's economic development work: https://www.selectgeorgia.com/For more information about Arthur: https://www.georgiapower.com/news-hub/press-releases/arthur-tripp-named-vice-president-of-economic-development.html
On this episode we were joined by Elizabeth Reynolds, AT&T's Senior Director, Government Affairs. Elizabeth shares how AT&T is investing in Georgia’s future—through more than $16.9 billion in network upgrades from 2020 to 2024, efforts to close the digital divide, support for first responders through the FirstNet network, the importance of renewing this critical federal program and more.AT&T has been in Georgia for 146 years, and is a Presenting Sponsor of the oversold, 2025 Congressional Luncheon. We thank AT&T for their longstanding support of the Georgia Chamber and the 2025 Congressional Luncheon. More info on AT&T's investment in Georgia: https://www.attconnects.com/how-att-is-investing-in-georgia/More info on AT&T and the FirstNet network:https://www.att.com/firstnetandfamily/ More info on AT&T's Connected Learning Center in Macon to help close the digital divide: https://www.attconnects.com/building-bright-futures-att-and-boys-girls-clubs-of-central-georgia-launch-new-connected-learning-center-in-macon/More info on the oversold 2025 Congressional Luncheon:https://www.gachamber.com/event/congressional-luncheon-2/
Christa Pitts, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of the Lumistella Company, the company behind the brand the Elf on the Shelf. In this episode, Christa talks about the founding of her company, her management style, what it takes to get elves on shelves before Christmas, and more! For comments, questions, and suggestions for Georgia Chamber podcasts, email us: press@gachamber.com
Sadie Funk, National Director at the Best Place for Working Parents joined the Georgia Chamber Podcast "Women Who Lead" series. Learn more about the national Best Place for Working Parents program at: bestplace4workingparents.com. To earn your designation as a Best Place for Working Parents in Georgia, visit: bestplace4workingparents.com/georgia. Follow Sadie on social media: linkedin.com/in/sadiefunk and the Best Place for Working Parents is at: linkedin.com/company/bestplace4workingparents/
Black-owned and Black-led businesses are a key part of Georgia's economy, and essential to our state's long-term economic prosperity. To celebrate the importance of Black businesses in Georgia, Tasha Allen, Vice President of Talent Management and Diversity for the Georgia Chamber sat down with Melvin Coleman, President and CEO of the Atlanta Black Chambers. In this episode of the Georgia Chamber Podcast, you can hear about the ABC's national award, how the ABC and Georgia Chamber work together, the ABC's leading role in creating opportunity in Atlanta's business community, a special ABC member shoutout and more!
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