Metro Atlanta Chamber

Today marks the 80th Anniversary of D-Day. To honor this special day, Delta Air Lines brought 48 WWII veterans back to Normandy where the heroes were welcomed by crowds of French citizens and 25 heads of state. Special thanks to Delta's all-veteran flight crew for making this historic return possible. MAC is thankful for our veterans - and we are proud continually celebrate the bond between metro Atlanta's business community and those returning from service. Photo credit: Rank Studios

Check out the latest video of our Delta Air Lines Insights on Leadership series featuring Chaiman, President, & CEO of Southern Company, Chris Womack, and MAC President & CEO Katie Kirkpatrick. In this episode, Chris Womack shares how he starts his day quietly to help ground him for the day ahead. To see all of the videos in this series, subscribe to our YouTube channel!

Last week, MAC Chief Innovation and Marketing Officer Alex Gonzalez spoke to the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce about Atlanta - Where You Belong, highlighting the opportunities metro Atlanta offers young professionals to build lives tailored to their professional and personal goals. This afternoon offers a glimpse into the strength of the partnerships across our region's 29 counties, fostering a collaborative environment that drives growth and innovation.

MAC President & CEO Katie Kirkpatrick reflected on her personal connection and dedication to helping veterans in an insightful opinion piece in the Atlanta Business Chronicle. For Katie, Memorial Day and the anniversary of D-Day is more than the start-of-summer, it's also a time to reflect on those who gave their lives in service. And from a business perspective, it's a reminder to support veterans as they shift from military service to seeking civilian employment.

The future of tech in Georgia is bright, with a projected 15% growth in tech occupations over the next decade. At the heart of this boom is metro Atlanta, offering unparalleled opportunities for innovation and career growth. This rapid expansion highlights why our region is truly #BuiltForBusiness.

📈 Georgia's job growth is at a record high 🏗️ The state of Georgia's job growth has consistently outpaced the national average since 2020 🌎 Metro Atlanta leads the state in international population growth Watch the video to learn more from MAC's Chief Economist, Jerry D. Parrish, Ph.D..

Atlanta takes the top spot yet again, now ranking as the best place to start a career! With a thriving job market and abundant growth opportunities, Atlanta is the perfect city for young professionals. In fact, you'll find the diverse economy and vibrant culture make the metro Atlanta region the perfect launchpad for your career.

It's time for metro Atlanta to come together and reimagine our downtown. We live in one of the country's fastest-growing regions, and the experience Downtown Atlanta offers can shape a visitor's perception of the entire metro area. We wholeheartedly agree with Katherine Saez and Brian Blake: success doesn't happen by accident. It is time to commit to a safer, more vibrant, and more welcoming downtown.

Metro Atlanta is a dynamic hub for business growth, boasting a robust infrastructure and a supportive community aimed at fostering innovation and economic development. The region's strategic location, combined with a highly skilled workforce and a collaborative business environment, makes it an ideal place for companies to thrive. Opportunity meets success in metro Atlanta, highlighting why we are uniquely Built for Business. #BuiltforBusiness #MetroAtlanta

Last week MAC President & CEO Katie Kirkpatrick sat down with the legendary Monica Pearson for an upcoming episode of her show at the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. They discussed a wide range of topics from Katie's background as an engineer to MAC's work to reimagine Downtown Atlanta, shedding light on the exciting things on the horizon for metro Atlanta. Be on the lookout for the full interview and check out all the latest episodes of "The Monica Pearson Show" at the AJC online.