Metro Atlanta Chamber

Blooper working hard for the city and celebrating the power of sports this morning with Metro Atlanta Chamber President and CEO Katie Kirkpatrick 🫡

🎉 Celebrating This Year’s Atlanta Metro Export Challenge Winners! Last night we wrapped another successful MEC Pitch Day, where metro Atlanta companies showcased their global growth strategies, and the top three walked away with export grants and Delta Air Lines flight vouchers to accelerate their international expansion.   “This pitch competition demonstrated the remarkable accomplishments of metro Atlanta’s homegrown companies”, shared Stefan Harrigan, Senior Manager, Global Business Development at the Metro Atlanta Chamber. “Programs like the MEC help propel local businesses to global markets and demonstrate the cutting-edge innovation and quality that Atlanta offers the world. Congratulations to the winners and a sincere thanks to the partners who make the Metro Export Challenge possible each year.”   2025 Winners: 1st Place $15,000 grant - LockThreat GRC 2nd Place $10,000 grant - ZCorum 3rd Place $5,000 grant – Compac Industries   A huge congratulations to all the participants who spent the past year advancing their export readiness through mentorship, counseling, and strategic planning. "It’s initiatives like the Atlanta Metro Export Challenge that lay the groundwork for regional success,” said Katie Kirkpatrick, president & CEO of the Metro Atlanta Chamber. “We’re excited to bring together targeted resources from regional partners to support growing companies ready to expand into global markets." Minority, women, or veteran-owned businesses make up 38% of grant recipients, underscoring the region’s commitment to inclusive economic growth.   This opportunity wouldn’t be possible without the support of our regional partners: Georgia Department of Economic Development, Mayor's Office of International & Immigrant Affairs - Welcoming Atlanta, Invest Atlanta, Partnership Gwinnett, SelectCobb, Select Fulton, NRW.Global Business, and proceeds from MAC’s Certificate of Origin program.   Thank you to our 2025 judges: • Darrel Hulsey, SBDC International Trade Center • Daraka Satcher, Georgia District Export Council • Michael Howley, Georgia Department of Economic Development   And congratulations to all the companies that pitched this year: Compac Industries Ecoslay LockThreat GRC Patientory, Inc. ZCorum   Applications for the 2026 MEC cohort are now open through January 17, 2026. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/eBAFGhVK   #MetroAtlanta #GlobalTrade #MEC2025

Our 2025 Annual Meeting brought together the voices shaping metro Atlanta’s future. The 166th edition of this Atlanta tradition celebrated collaboration, innovation, and impact across our region. 🙌 #MACAnnualMeeting25 #ATLSports #ATLBuiltForBusiness

A big expansion in metro Atlanta! ☁️💼 We’re excited to share that Salesforce is investing $15 million to grow its Atlanta presence, creating 262 new jobs right here in Fulton County. “Metro Atlanta is a place where innovative companies thrive, and Salesforce’s expansion is a strong reflection of that," said Kristi Brigman, Chief Economic Development Officer at the Metro Atlanta Chamber. "Our region’s talent, connectivity, and collaborative mindset make growth like this possible. Congratulations to Salesforce on this milestone and the continued growth of their Atlanta team — we look forward to supporting them in the years ahead.” "This project came together through the strong partnerships that our community is known for, and I’m proud of the coordinated effort behind it," said Dylan Horne, Project Manager of Economic Development at the Metro Atlanta Chamber. "Bringing quality jobs to the area and supporting companies committed to this region is a win for our economy and our residents. Salesforce’s decision to expand here again shows the confidence they have in metro Atlanta and the value it continues to deliver.” As Salesforce continues to build the future of cloud technology in the heart of the South, this expansion reinforces Atlanta’s position as a top destination for tech innovation and talent.

Honoring our past. Celebrating our present. Forging our next era. At our 166th Annual Meeting, guests honored the last 30 years of Atlanta's sports story. 🔥 Reflecting on the 1996 Olympic Games 🏆 Celebrating today’s Atlanta sports community - a place where you belong  ⚽ Looking ahead to FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States In metro Atlanta, Sports Is More Than Sports. It’s a catalyst for connection, community, and growth. As we near the 30th anniversary of the ’96 Games, we’re ready to shape the next era through the power of sport. #MACAnnualMeeting25 #ATLSports #ATLBuiltForBusiness

From business to sports to government, Atlanta’s biggest voices are aligned on one thing: our region’s future is bright. At the Metro Atlanta Chamber Annual Meeting, Katie Kirkpatrick, Mayor Andre Dickens, and Richard McKay shared how sports, partnership, innovation, and purpose are powering what’s next for our region. 🌆 #MACAnnualMeeting25 | #ATLSports | #ATLBuiltForBusiness | City of Atlanta | AMB Sports and Entertainment

For our biggest event of the year, we drafted a few of Atlanta's 5-star recruits to hype up the crowd...and they did not hold back.    With Blooper, Freddie, and Harry: It's Peak chaos, peak energy, peak ATL. #MACAnnualMeeting25 #ATLSports #ATLBuiltForBusiness Atlanta Braves x Atlanta Falcons x Atlanta Hawks

Our 166th Annual Meeting brought together the leaders driving our region forward. From inspiring conversations to bold ideas, the energy in the room reflected Atlanta’s unstoppable momentum. It's time to turn that momentum into action, together. #MACAnnualMeeting25 #ATLSports #ATLBuiltForBusiness

Nearly 30 years ago, Atlanta captured the attention of the world. Now, as the global spotlight returns to our region, sports once again lead the charge, fueling our economy, uniting our communities, and shaping our culture. From neighborhood fields to international arenas, one thing is clear: In metro Atlanta, Sports Is More Than Sports. #MACAnnualMeeting25 #ATLSports #ATLBuiltForBusiness

The stage is set, the doors are open, and the energy is unmistakably Atlanta. Today’s Metro Atlanta Chamber Annual Meeting is more than a gathering, it’s a celebration of the region that never stops building, connecting, and leading. #MACAnnualMeeting25 #ATLSports #ATLBuiltForBusiness