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/

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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-CEO and Founder 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!

Welcome to episode twelve of the Session Series from the Georgia Chamber Podcast.

The Georgia General Assembly completed its 40-day legislative session in the early morning hours of Friday, March 29th. In this episode, Kayla and Katie provide insight into the legislative movement that occurred on Sine Die.

Welcome to the Georgia Chamber Podcast. In this episode, Jennifer Abshire, Founder and CEO of Abshire Public Relations in Savannah, GA, discusses strategies for supporting women in the workplace.

From creating work-life balance to the importance of mentorship, Jennifer shares advice and wisdom for women at every stage in their careers.