Metro ATL Chamber

The Metro Atlanta Chamber is a 166-year-old organization representing businesses, colleges and universities, & nonprofits across the 29-county region.

[Metro ATL Chamber @atlchamber]

The game is on in Atlanta, and we're bringing home the hardware 🏆

Our region has officially been named the #1 City for Sports Business in America by @SBJ!

This honor is a testament to the business community, civic leadership, and collaborative spirit that make Sports More Than Sports in our region.

Congratulations to our partners across the region who help make this city the best in the nation for sports business.

@ATLSportsCncl

[Metro ATL Chamber @atlchamber]

Downtown Atlanta is ready to host the world 🌎

Community Day was more than a cleanup effort, it was a reflection of the pride, partnership, and collaboration that make our region special.

Metro Atlanta Chamber President and CEO Katie Kirkpatrick shares the importance of Community Day and how coming together to invest in our neighborhoods helps create a welcoming, world-class experience for both residents and visitors during the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and beyond.

Thank you to the volunteers, partners, and leaders who rolled up their sleeves to help make downtown Atlanta shine.

@downtownatlanta x @CityofAtlanta x @FWC26Atlanta x @sodowntownatl

[Metro ATL Chamber @atlchamber]

Authority Brands Builds Its Next Chapter in Georgia 🏡

Home services franchisor Authority Brands is relocating its Franchisee Success Center to Cobb County, creating 390 new jobs and investing $13 million in metro Atlanta.

With 15 brands operating across more than 2,700 territories nationwide, Authority Brands supports essential residential services ranging from HVAC and plumbing to lawn care, home cleaning, and restoration.

This investment reinforces metro Atlanta’s reputation as a hub for headquarters growth, powered by top-tier talent, connectivity, and a business environment built for scale.

[Metro ATL Chamber @atlchamber]

Before the world arrives, Atlanta is showing up for Atlanta. 🌎

Community Day brought together volunteers from across downtown to help clean, beautify, and prepare the heart of our region for the world stage ahead.

From local partners to civic leaders, this was a shared investment in the future of Downtown Atlanta.

@FWC26Atlanta | @downtownatlanta | @CityofAtlanta | @sodowntownatl

[Metro ATL Chamber @atlchamber]

From Metro Atlanta to Madrid 🇪🇸

Representatives from the Metro Atlanta Chamber traveled to Madrid to strengthen global partnerships and showcase why metro Atlanta continues to be a leading destination for international business, infrastructure, mobility, sports, and innovation.

“Atlanta and Spain are connected by more than flights and business deals. We share a commitment to innovation, global connectivity, and growth,” said Kristi Brigman, Chief Economic Development Officer at the Metro Atlanta Chamber. "As we prepare to welcome Spain and the world for FIFA World Cup 2026™, we’re proud to strengthen relationships that create new opportunities for investment, collaboration, and long-term economic success.”

From transportation and logistics to advanced engineering and mega-event strategy ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™ and beyond, the conversations reinforced metro Atlanta’s position on the global stage.

Because when the world’s biggest companies look toward the future, Atlanta is part of the conversation.

[Metro ATL Chamber @atlchamber]

A 30-year journey, landing right back where it started. 🔄

In 1996, Cabo Verde made its Olympic debut in Atlanta.

In 2026, they return for their first-ever @FIFAWorldCup.

But the real story isn't just on the grass—it’s in the community that’s been growing here ever since. We spent an evening at a westside cookout to see how a small island nation found a second home in the heart of Georgia.

@CityofAtlanta | @FWC26Atlanta

[Metro ATL Chamber @atlchamber]

The City in the Forest just got a little bit greener! 🌳

Wednesday marked the opening of @sodowntownatl's Founders Green, a new public gathering space designed to bring people together and add even more energy to one of Atlanta’s fastest-evolving neighborhoods.

Surrounded by new restaurants, retail, and local pop-ups, Founders Green is creating a more walkable, connected downtown experience, while helping support small businesses and continued investment in the area.

As momentum builds around South Downtown ahead of @FIFAWorldCup, spaces like this are helping reimagine a neighborhood built around community, culture, and local commerce.

@GovKemp | @andreforatlanta | @FWC26Atlanta | @CityofAtlanta | @downtownatlanta

[Atlanta United FC @ATLUTD]

Welcome, Uzbekistan 🇺🇿

The Atlanta United Training Center will serve as the National Team’s official base camp throughout the tournament, starting Wednesday, June 10th.

[Metro ATL Chamber @atlchamber]

@SBJ @BatteryATL @MBStadium @CentennialYards

[Sports Business Journal @SBJ]

🥁 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐨. 𝟏 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔.𝐒. 𝐢𝐬... ✨ 𝐀𝐓𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐀 ✨

From @batteryatl to @mbstadium to @CentennialYards, the city has built an ecosystem where sports, real estate and community investment move in sync.

MORE: https://t.co/v3iAUnPsCj

[Metro ATL Chamber @atlchamber]

@ToddAlanHarris

[Todd Harris 👻 @ToddAlanHarris]

#1 for Sports Business AND Esports Business IMO 😉

[Mercedes-Benz Stadium @MBStadium]

ATLANTA has been named the NUMBER ONE CITY on SportsBusiness Journal’s 50 Best Sports Business Cities in America for 2026.

In Atlanta, sports drives business, fuels innovation, creates global impact and most importantly UNITES US ALL!

[Metro ATL Chamber @atlchamber]

A global moment meets higher‑education leadership. 🌍⚽

We spent time with @GeorgiaTech President Ángel Cabrera (@CabreraAngel) discussing his journey at Georgia Tech, his love for metro Atlanta, and why the @FIFAWorldCup carries special meaning—as the first native of Spain to lead an American university.

✅ Leading a world‑class institution
✅ Developing talent that strengthens metro Atlanta
✅ Bringing Spanish heritage and global perspective to Atlanta’s World Cup moment

@FWC26Atlanta

[South Downtown ATL @sodowntownatl]

Is this thing on?

🎶Microphone check 1, 2 what is this.🎶

[MLB @MLB]

Atlanta represent 🍑

Your @Braves are the first team to 30 wins in 2026!

[Metro ATL Chamber @atlchamber]

ICYMI: We're leveling up the Epicenter of Soccer in North America ⚽️

Last week, @ussoccer opened the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center, the future home of all 27 U.S. National Teams and U.S. Soccer headquarters ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

This world-class facility is more than a training center. It’s a long-term investment in metro Atlanta and the continued growth of the game across the country.

From elite training spaces to community impact, this milestone further cements our region as a global sports capital and a place where major moments happen. 🌎

@USMNT x @USWNT x @USYNT

[Metro ATL Chamber @atlchamber]

Investing in Atlanta for the long term 💪

Metro Atlanta Chamber Chief Economist Dr. Jerry Parrish and Dallas Clement, the President and CFO of @CoxEnterprises, sat down to discuss what’s next for Metro Atlanta — from the strength of our workforce to the importance of purpose-driven business and long-term investment in the region.

Their conversation explored why Atlanta continues to stand out as a place where innovation, talent, and opportunity come together — and why collaboration between the business community is key to sustaining that momentum for years to come.

[Metro ATL Chamber @atlchamber]

Georgia's been the #1 State for Business for 12 years running. That's not just a reputation — it's something that requires dedicated collaborative work, all the time.

Part of that work is behind the scenes, making sure Georgia has the legal infrastructure businesses can count on when things go wrong.

HB 1185, sponsored by Majority Leader Chuck Efstration and Senate Floor Leader Thomas "Bo" Hatchett and signed today by Governor Brian Kemp, does exactly that. The bill streamlines access to Georgia's Statewide Business Court — a specialized court with judges who actually understand how businesses work — strengthens Georgia's corporate code and adds commonsense protections against bad-faith litigation.

The bottom line: disputes resolved faster, at lower cost, with more expertise. That's good for companies already here, and a strong signal to those deciding where to grow next.

Thank you to @GovKemp, Majority Leader @ChuckEfstration, Floor Leader Hatchett and the Georgia General Assembly on this win for our business community. 🏛️

[Metro ATL Chamber @atlchamber]

Dream on, Atlanta 💙

The @AtlantaDream tip off their season tonight, and our region is ready for another season on the hardwood.

New stars, fresh energy, and a new season have Atlanta ready to bring it again.