In this episode of Engineering Change, Brett Hillesheim and Michael “Sully” Sullivan break down the biggest takeaways from the 2025 Georgia Legislative Session and reflect on how new state laws could impact the engineering industry.

They also turn their attention to Washington, offering insight into President Trump’s first 100 days of his second term and what it could mean for engineers in Georgia and across the country. From executive orders to federal infrastructure policies, Brett and Sully explore what’s happening, what’s next, and what engineering firms should be paying attention to.

The American Council of Engineering Companies of Georgia (ACEC Georgia) is the voice of the business of engineering in Georgia. ACEC Georgia advocates for public policy and legislation that will improve the business climate for the engineering industry, promote economic development and protect the integrity of the engineering profession. ACEC Georgia programs and events provide unique business development opportunities, information on current trends and best practices as well as leadership training to develop the next generation of engineering industry leaders.

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Sully, Brett, and Christy are back! And it's once again the Legislative Session! We talk QBS, tort reform, and open records!The American Council of Engineering Companies of Georgia (ACEC Georgia) is the voice of the business of engineering in Georgia. ACEC Georgia advocates for public policy and legislation that will improve the business climate for the engineering industry, promote economic development and protect the integrity of the engineering profession. ACEC Georgia programs and events provide unique business development opportunities, information on current trends and best practices as well as leadership training to develop the next generation of engineering industry leaders.

Georgia Chamber President & CEO Chris Clark joins Sully and Brett in the studio to discuss leadership and the business climate in Georgia. A Georgia native, Chris Clark, has served as the President and CEO of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce since 2010. Chris previously served as Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Executive Director of the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority, and as Deputy Commissioner for the Department of Economic Development among other positions. He is a graduate of Georgia Southern University and Georgia College and State University. In 2023, Chris published his first book, The CEO Imperative, and made his debut Tedx Talk, Servant Hearted Leadership. Chris and his wife, Tiffany, and their son, Christian, live in Peachtree City and attend Dogwood Church. The American Council of Engineering Companies of Georgia (ACEC Georgia) is the voice of the business of engineering in Georgia. ACEC Georgia advocates for public policy and legislation that will improve the business climate for the engineering industry, promote economic development and protect the integrity of the engineering profession. ACEC Georgia programs and events provide unique business development opportunities, information on current trends and best practices as well as leadership training to develop the next generation of engineering industry leaders.