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Metro Atlanta Chamber
Metro Atlanta Chamber is a nonprofit economic development organization for the 29-county Atlanta metro area, founded in 1859.
Metro Atlanta Chamber
The Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC) is a privately funded 166-year-old organization representing businesses, colleges and universities, and nonprofits across the 29-county region that makes up the nation’s eighth-largest market. MAC member companies represent 1+ million employees in the region. Our businesses invest in the work we do to attract and retain business, ensure a business-friendly climate through public policy and market the region as a place to live, work and play.
General information
Firm type
other
Year founded
1859
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Atlanta
Corporate office
Atlanta, GA, United States
Frequently asked questions
Does the Metro Atlanta Chamber invest capital like a family office?
No. The Metro Atlanta Chamber is a nonprofit membership organization focused on economic development, not capital deployment. It does not have an investment portfolio, AUM, or fund structure. Its functions are business recruitment, retention, public policy advocacy, and workforce development.
How is the Metro Atlanta Chamber funded?
Funding comes from membership dues paid by businesses, plus grants and contributions from local governments and partners. The Chamber also operates a separate 501(c)(3) foundation for philanthropic initiatives. It does not accept outside investment capital.
What specific sectors does the Chamber target for business recruitment?
The Chamber prioritizes technology, biosciences, financial services, logistics and supply chain, and advanced manufacturing. It does not target or avoid any sectors as an investment manager, but rather focuses on industries with strong growth potential in the metro area (per the Chamber's own marketing materials).
Who leads the Metro Atlanta Chamber?
The Chamber is led by a president and CEO, who reports to a board of directors drawn from local business leaders. The board chair rotates annually. Interpublic records show the position was held by Katie Kirkpatrick in 2023–2024. The day-to-day operations are run by a professional staff of approximately 30 people.
Is the Metro Atlanta Chamber the same as Invest Atlanta?
No. Invest Atlanta is the city of Atlanta's economic development authority, a public entity with bonding and financing powers. The Metro Atlanta Chamber is a private nonprofit that works closely with Invest Atlanta, the state, and other partners but has no government authority. The two organizations collaborate on recruitment and incentives.
Does the Chamber provide direct financing or incentives to companies?
No. The Chamber does not provide loans, grants, or tax abatements. It serves as a central point of contact that coordinates site selection, workforce resources, and incentive packages offered by state and local government agencies. Actual financial incentives are provided by the Georgia Department of Economic Development or local development authorities.
What is the Chamber's geographic scope?
Officially the 29-county Atlanta metropolitan statistical area. The Chamber focuses on projecting the region as a unified economic hub, but its membership and projects occasionally extend to broader state-level coordination. It does not operate outside Georgia.
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