Bibb County Student Takes Second in State FLEX Program
VIP Academy and W.S. Hutchings College and Career Academy senior and student entrepreneur Mykayla Whitehead earned second place and $5,000 in the Georgia Foundational Leadership and Entrepreneurship Experience (FLEX) Competition with her self-care business, Brittinique – Be Unique, on Thursday, April 13, 2023. The entrepreneur…
2023 Georgia General Assembly Recap
On Wednesday, March 29, the Georgia General Assembly adjourned Sine Die. This completes the 2023 state legislative session and marks the start of the 40 days Governor Brian Kemp has to either sign or veto all passed legislation. Legislation that didn’t pass will be carried…
The Greater Macon Chamber will Host a Series of Roundtables for On the Table Macon
The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce is a SUPER HOST during On the Table Central GA 2023. This 5-day event takes place March 27-31 at locations throughout Central Georgia. The Chamber will host two table conversations a day during the event. Our tables will be open…
J.R. Olive Joins the Chamber Team
Columbus, GA native J.R. Olive came to Macon in 2004 to attend Mercer University where he earned a BA in public policy. During his time in college, J.R. spent most of his free time playing music in several bands and enjoying Macon’s music and culture…
Hub Chamber Council Supports Bills Passed Through Both House and Senate Floors on Crossover Day
The Hub Chamber Council, an integrated policy group of the eleven leading metro Hub Chambers outside of the Atlanta area, of which the Macon Chamber of Commerce is a member, is excited to announce the passage of two supported bills, House Bill 514 and Senate…
Past Chamber Board Chair, Starr Purdue, Announced as CWN’s 2023 Women of Achievement Recipient
As part of Women’s History Month, Career Women’s Network (CWN) honors women by recognizing a woman or women for their achievements and contributions to the advancement of women, their communities, and their professions. On March 7th, CWN Hosted the 2023 Woman of Achievement Award Luncheon…
Central Georgia EMC Presents Checks to Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce and Macon-Bibb Industrial Authority for Community Development Activities
Central Georgia EMC (CGEMC) Board Member Phillip Ham, Jr. presented the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce and the Macon-Bibb Industrial Authority with checks totaling $8,600 to go toward community and economic development activities. Central Georgia EMC (CGEMC) presented 22 checks this month, totaling $325,386, to…
Chamber Nominating Committee Approves 2023 Nominating Slate
We are excited about the leadership and diversity of this great class of Chamber leadership. For election for a three-year term as a member of the Class of 2025: Many thanks to the members of the Nominating Committee for their service this year: Chamber Nominating…
Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce Names New President & CEO
Contact: Robert F. Hatcher, Jr. / Search Chairman Telephone: 478-747-9500 Email: [email protected] Website: www.maconchamber.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 GREATER MACON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES NEW PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO) MACON, GA – September 23, 2022– The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce has…
Heal 2022 Spotlights Local Non-Profit Healthcare Leaders in a Virtual Forum
The 2022 HEAL Healthcare Town Hall, a virtual program from the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce, premiered online on June 30th. The Chamber is thrilled to have this opportunity to highlight our Macon-Bibb healthcare and wellness non-profit leaders to highlight the innovative ways they are…
