Georgia Chamber Announces Top 4 in 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Georgia Competition

ATLANTA – The Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced today the Top 4 finalists in the second annual Coolest Thing Made in Georgia competition, presented by Synovus, now merged with Pinnacle Financial Partners. After tens of thousands of votes from across Georgia and beyond, only four Georgia-made products remain in the bracket-style competition celebrating the innovation, craftsmanship, and manufacturing excellence that drive the state's economy.

The Top 4 products advancing to Round 4 are:

• BrightFarms Greenhouse-Grown Leafy Greens

• TifTuf Drought Tolerant Bermudagrass

• Blue Bird Vision Electric School Bus

• Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food

Public voting for the Top 4 round is now open and will close Thursday, July 16, at 9:00 AM. Georgians can cast their votes once per day, per device, during each round by visiting CoolestThingMadeInGA.com.

Chris Clark, President & CEO, Georgia Chamber of Commerce said:

“Georgia’s makers, bakers, growers, and creators continue to prove that the best ideas are built right here at home. This year's Top 4 finalists represent innovation that improves lives, strengthens communities and showcases the ingenuity that has made Georgia the No. 1 state for business. We look forward to seeing Georgians continue to rally behind these incredible products as we move closer to crowning this year's winner.”

The competition will advance to the championship round beginning July 17, where the final two products will compete for the title of the 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Georgia. The winning product will be announced during the Georgia Chamber Congressional Luncheon on August 5.

To view the bracket and vote for your favorite Georgia-made product, visit CoolestThingMadeInGA.com.

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Founded in 1911 and incorporated in 1915, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce is the largest business advocacy organization in Georgia, working to protect free enterprise and secure our long-term economic prosperity. The Georgia Chamber represents tens of thousands of members in every corner of the state, with offices in Atlanta, Brunswick, and Tifton. In 2025 the Georgia Chamber launched Georgia|2050, a strategic plan to ensure Georgia remains a beacon of economic opportunity for the next 25 years. For more information visit gachamber.com.