F.A.Q. from New York Times on $72 trillion economic stimulus Senate Package
F.A.Q. from New York Times on $72 trillion economic stimulus package and coronavirus bill https://www.nytimes.com/article/coronavirus-stimulus-package-questions-answers.html?0p19G=0038
COVID-19 UPDATE
To all Chamber members: The Georgia Chamber is encouraging businesses and communities to make fact-based decisions and stay informed on COVID19. To read our Business Intelligence Bulletin addressing COVID19 and view a brief video message from President & CEO Chris Clark, please CLICK HERE. As we move forward, the Georgia…
Lynn Farmer named Career Women’s Network 2020 Women of Achievement
The Chamber’s very own Lynn Farmer was named Career Women’s Network 2020 Women of Achievement. She is most deserving of this title and we are so proud of her!!!! Did you know Mayor Robert Reichert declared this National Lynn Farmer Day? WOOHOO! Check out her…
Hard at Work in 2020
With diligence and enthusiasm, your volunteer Chamber leaders are hard at work in 2020 to support our capable and dedicated staff as they identify new ways to make Macon-Bibb the best place to do business. As my predecessor Jim Manley has shared, our strategic planning…
Georgia Logistics Market Snapshot February 2020
NEWS AND EVENTS Trump budget seeks $93.6 million this year for deepening Savannh port Hartsfield-Jackson generates billions in economic activity in region Congressman Sanford Bishop and Rob Woodall introduce Bipartisan Bill to improve the movement of perishable goods on Georgia roadways Georgia ports expect 30-40%…
Yvonne Williams listed as most notable Chamber CEO in recent Georgia Trend magazine
Published in Georgia Trend magazine on Dec. 31, 2019 https://www.georgiatrend.com/2019/12/31/2020-notable-georgians/ Macon, GA – Yvonne Williams along with Chairman’s Club member Bill Underwood and Ninfa Saunders were recognized by Georgia Trend Magazine as some of the most notable Georgia Trend features. The magazine published its list…
December Chamber Connections
View our December Chamber Connections published in the Macon Telegraph on Dec. 29, 2019.
2019 Chamber Goals & Progress Report
The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce challenges you to do the math. 159 years. 1,000 members. 50,000 employees. One unified vision. It all adds up. When community stakeholders collaborate, the sum is greater than the parts. Ultimately, we are Greater Together. The Greater Macon Chamber…
Pre-historic American Indian hunting site in Macon becomes national park
By Melanie Lasoff Levs – Associate Editor, Atlanta Business ChronicleDec 13, 2019, 3:33pm EST https://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2019/12/13/pre-historic-american-indian-hunting-site-in-macon.html A prehistoric American Indian hunting site in Macon, long a source of pride for the city, has become a national park, now a source of pride for the country – and a new…
Workforce development crucial in Macon
By Randy Southerland – Contributing Writer, Atlanta Business Chronicle Dec 15, 2019, 6:00am EST https://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2019/12/15/workforce-development-crucial-in-macon.html Developing a high-tech workforce geared to the demands of local industry is a community effort in Macon-Bibb County. Increasingly the local school system and technical college are working with companies and local leaders…
Health care companies expand in Macon’s market
By Fran M. Putney – Contributing Writer Dec 15, 2019, 9:00am ESThttps://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2019/12/15/health-care-companies-expand-in-macon-market.html Significant investments by the two primary health care providers in the Macon area have not only resulted in major improvements in health care access and delivery to area residents, but have also become a catalyst for…
The music is back in downtown Macon
By Randy Southerland – Contributing Writer, Atlanta Business ChronicleDec 13, 2019, 11:41am ESThttps://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2019/12/13/the-music-is-back-in-downtown-macon.html Macon’s downtown has undergone a revitalization that few would have thought possible just a decade ago. “There have been a lot of partnerships over a long period of time that have gotten us to…
Macon Bibb County Industrial Sector Soars
Published in the Atlanta Business Chronicle By Doug DeLoach – Contributing Writer Dec 13, 2019, 9:21am EST Updated Dec 18, 2019, 9:39am EST https://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2019/12/13/macon-bibb-county-industrial-sector-soars.html The MBCIA works with local partners such as the Macon Water Authority, Macon-Bibb County Economic and Community Development, Macon-Bibb County Boards of Commissioners, Bibb County Board…
Robert Dickey named 2019 Georgia Farmer of the Year
Published by Sharon Dowdy for CAES News 03/19/19 https://www.caes.uga.edu/news-events/news/story.html?storyid=7904&story=Top-Farmer Crawford County peach farmer Robert Dickey has been named the 2019 Georgia Farmer of the Year. A fourth-generation farmer, Dickey manages approximately 1,000 acres of peaches and 3,000 acres of timberland with the help of his 90-year-old father,…
Viewpoint: Macon Chamber at forefront of new initiatives
Published in the Atlanta Business Chronicle on Dec 14, 2019, 10:00 am EST.https://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2019/12/14/macon-chamber-at-forefront-of-new-initiatives.html On March 21, the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce joined U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson and U.S. Rep. Sanford Bishop in celebrating the new Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. The Macon Chamber played a…
Testimonial from our Digital Specialist Intern
The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce supports efforts to grow and retain local talent in Macon-Bibb. We are eager to offer local college students internships, giving them the opportunity to meet and work with business professionals within our community. Thomas Eads studies Finance at Mercer…
2019 Annual Meeting: Greater Than Ever
The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce hosted their 159th Annual Meeting on Thursday, December 5th at the Museum of Arts and Sciences. With this year’s theme being “Greater Than Ever”, attendees were presented a recap of the successes of the Chamber and the Macon Economic…
Shop Local in Macon This Holiday Season
Small Business Saturday is a holiday that encourages shoppers to support small brick and mortar businesses. Founded by American Express in 2010, this day is celebrated each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Small Business Saturday enables shoppers to make a big impact in their…
Leadership Macon Celebrates 2019 Class Graduation
Leadership Macon provides training and community orientation to individuals seeking to become more involved in the growth and development of Macon-Bibb County. The year-long program introduces a class of upcoming influencers to the strengths and challenges in Macon-Bibb County. The 2019 Class recently graduated…
Yvonne Willliams Receives GACCE 25-Year Service Award
DATE: November 14, 2019 GACCE Announces 2019 Executive Service Awards The Georgia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (GACCE) recognized its 2019 Service Awards at the GACCE Volunteer Leader Conference held today in LaGrange, GA. The Service Awards recognize those chamber executives in Georgia who…
