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Georgians for Lawsuit Reform Hires Former Representative Hanson

Georgians for Lawsuit Reform (GLR), an affiliate of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the recent hire of former State Representative Meagan Hanson as Executive Director. Hanson brings a tremendous amount of skills and background needed to be effective as she leads the organization to great success. “I am thrilled to join Georgians for Lawsuit Reform as Executive Director. With Georgia being…

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SMART Plan Update

The Georgia Chamber and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield shaped a way for small businesses across Georgia to have access to more affordable healthcare by creating the Georgia Chamber SMART plan that launched in October 2018. The innovative health plan works to keep employees and their families healthy and connected to quality care by offering rate stability and potential savings to smaller employers. We’re…

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InVenture Prize Competition

In keeping with its desire to expand innovation and entrepreneurship across the state, the Georgia Chamber is set to host the inaugural Georgia InVenture Prize competition on April 3-4, 2019. This competition will be an annual event that highlights Georgia’s innovation ecosystem and its high-potential, ambitious and growth-oriented student entrepreneurs. In order to participate in the Georgia InVenture Prize, teams will be chosen by their…

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Executive Leadership in 2019

The Georgia Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce Sonny Deriso as 2019 Chairman of the Georgia Chamber. Deriso is also the newest member of the Georgia Chamber’s Executive Committee and brings many years of business leadership experience to the Chamber team. “It is an honor and privilege to serve as 2019 Chairman of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce. Being a member of the Board…

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Georgia Leaders Appointed to 2019 Georgia Chamber Executive Committee

The Georgia Chamber of Commerce announces the transition of its leadership effective January 16, 2019, with Walter M. “Sonny” Deriso, Jr. succeeding Kessel D. Stelling, Jr. as Chairman. Kessel Stelling, Chairman & CEO of Synovus Bank, served as the Chair of the Georgia Chamber for 2018 and has served on its Board of Governors over the last decade. Kessel will continue to serve on the…

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2019 Eggs and Issues Recap

The Georgia Chamber hosted its annual Eggs & Issues Breakfast at the Georgia World Congress Center on January 16, 2019. Elected officials and industry leaders from across the state provided a legislative overview and discussed issues pertinent to Georgia’s changing economy. The Chamber also released their official list of 2019 Legislative Priorities, which can be found here. Special guests at this year’s sold-out event included…

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New Georgia Economy

Convening industry experts, elected officials, and Georgia’s business community to discuss how to better prepare for emerging opportunities and risks in the new economy. At the start of 2019, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce launched New Georgia Economy, a strategic plan and regional tour designed to help our state better prepare for emerging and upcoming economic changes. Since our launch, we have traveled the state…

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Get Involved in 2019

The month of January doesn’t just mark the start of a new year, it also represents the start of new possibilities and growth for you and your business. As a member of the Georgia Chamber, you have access to endless engagement opportunities that could help multiply your business while making meaningful connections with other leaders across the state.   Policy Committees The Georgia Chamber has…

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New Georgia Economy Series

The Georgia Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with local chambers, is proud to announce the 2019 New Georgia Economy Series – ‘An empowering series for Georgia’s leading innovators.’ This half-day workshop will provide unique insights into emerging trends and risks, and the impact to small business, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The series is an excellent opportunity for aspiring and established small business owners to hear directly…

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Georgia Chamber Launches Georgia Chamber SMART Plan

The Georgia Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, launched the Georgia Chamber SMART Plan, a new comprehensive health program that offers rate stability and potential savings for groups with 2 to 50 eligible employees. For small business employers with at least two employees enrolled on their medical plan and no more than 50 total, this plan allows employers to…

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