Welcome to episode twelve of the Session Series from the Georgia Chamber Podcast. The Georgia General Assembly completed its 40-day legislative session in the early morning hours of Friday, March 29th. In this episode, Kayla and Katie provide insight into the legislative movement that occurred on Sine Die.

Welcome to the Georgia Chamber Podcast. In this episode, Jennifer Abshire, Founder and CEO of Abshire Public Relations in Savannah, GA, discusses strategies for supporting women in the workplace. From creating work-life balance to the importance of mentorship, Jennifer shares advice and wisdom for women at every stage in their careers.

Welcome to episode eleven of the Session Series from the Georgia Chamber Podcast.This week, we're providing an update on legislation that has passed both chambers and is heading to the desk of Georgia Governor Brian Kemp. The Georgia Chamber Podcast's Session Series brings you insider information and weekly updates from under the Gold Dome. During the 2024 Legislative Session, Kayla Roberson and Katie Duvall will keep you in the know about the issues and policies most important to Georgia's business community.

Welcome to episode ten of the Session Series from the Georgia Chamber Podcast.This week, we provide updates on two of the Georgia Chamber's Scorecard Bills and preview Georgia's 2024 election cycle. To keep up with the Georgia Chamber and future endorsement announcements, follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram! The Georgia Chamber Podcast's Session Series brings you insider information and weekly updates from under the Gold Dome. During the 2024 Legislative Session, Kayla Roberson and Katie Duvall will keep you in the know about the issues and policies most important to Georgia's business community.

Welcome to episode nine of the Session Series from the Georgia Chamber Podcast.This week, we had the opportunity to hear from several special guests about two of the Chamber's Scorecard bills and the 2025 budget. Representative Bethany Ballard (R-Warner Robins) provided an update on her military spouse licensing bill, Matthew Gambill (R-Cartersville) gave insight into his role as one of the Governor's floor leaders, and Matt Hatchett (R-Dublin) met with us to discuss the budget process.  To keep up with the Georgia Chamber and future endorsement announcements, follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram!  The Georgia Chamber Podcast's Session Series brings you insider information and weekly updates from under the Gold Dome. During the 2024 Legislative Session, Kayla Roberson and Katie Duvall will keep you in the know about the issues and policies most important to Georgia's business community.

In this episode of the Georgia Chamber Podcast, Kayla Roberson and Stuart Countess, President and CEO of Kia Georgia, discuss strategies and solutions to Georgia's ongoing workforce challenges and Kia's visionary workforce development programs.

Welcome to episode eight of the Session Series from the Georgia Chamber Podcast.In this special edition episode of the Session Series, Katie and Kayla provide you with updates from Crossover Day at the Capitol. Hear from special guests including members of the Georgia Chamber's Government Affairs Council, the Executive Director of the Georgia Screen Entertainment Coalition, and Representative Rick Jasperse.   The Georgia Chamber Podcast's Session Series brings you insider information and weekly updates from under the Gold Dome. During the 2024 Legislative Session, Kayla Roberson and Katie Duvall will keep you in the know about the issues and policies most important to Georgia's business community.

Welcome to episode seven of the Session Series from the Georgia Chamber Podcast.This week, we're providing an overview of the Chamber's fifth scorecard bill of the 2024 Legislative Session dealing with rural hospital tax credits. We also discuss "Crossover Day" coming up next week on Thursday, February 29.   The Georgia Chamber Podcast's Session Series brings you insider information and weekly updates from under the Gold Dome. During the 2024 Legislative Session, Kayla Roberson and Katie Duvall will keep you in the know about the issues and policies most important to Georgia's business community.

Welcome to episode six of the Session Series from the Georgia Chamber Podcast.This week, we're discussing the Chamber's latest scorecard bill that incentivizes local communities to allow for the building of workforce housing. We also discuss the Chamber's support positions on several education bills and welcome the newly appointed House Rules Committee Chairman.   The Georgia Chamber Podcast's Session Series brings you insider information and weekly updates from under the Gold Dome. During the 2024 Legislative Session, Kayla Roberson and Katie Duvall will keep you in the know about the issues and policies most important to Georgia's business community.

Welcome to episode five of the Session Series from the Georgia Chamber Podcast.This week, we're providing an overview of the highly anticipated tax incentives announcement from Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones and Speaker Jon Burns.   The Georgia Chamber Podcast's Session Series brings you insider information and weekly updates from under the Gold Dome. During the 2024 Legislative Session, Kayla Roberson and Katie Duvall will keep you in the know about the issues and policies most important to Georgia's business community.

Welcome to episode four of the Session Series from the Georgia Chamber Podcast.This week, we're discussing the first piece of highly anticipated lawsuit reform legislation of the 2024 session. We also discuss the Utility Workers Protection Act, the first Chamber Scorecard bill of the year, and several other bills that received a Georgia Chamber support position over the course of the week!  The Georgia Chamber Podcast's Session Series brings you insider information and weekly updates from under the Gold Dome. During the 2024 Legislative Session, Kayla Roberson and Katie Duvall will keep you in the know about the issues and policies most important to Georgia's business community.

Each year, the Georgia Chamber Foundation releases an Economic Competitiveness Redbook with strategic data and insights that compare Georgia's key economic metrics to the rest of the nation. Daniela Perry, Vice President of the Georgia Chamber Foundation, breaks down several of the most important statistics found in this year's Redbook including access to healthcare, the state of our infrastructure, and rural education. Click HERE to download a copy for yourself.

Welcome to episode three of the Session Series from the Georgia Chamber Podcast.This week, we're summarizing the tax policy announcement from Speaker Jon Burns and other members of House leadership. We also discuss several workforce bills that include occupational licensing reform and increased funding for education in some of our state's high-demand career fields. Click HERE to contact a member of the Chamber team! The Georgia Chamber Podcast's Session Series brings you insider information and weekly updates from under the Gold Dome. During the 2024 Legislative Session, Kayla Roberson and Katie Duvall will keep you in the know about the issues and policies most important to Georgia's business community.

Welcome to episode two of the Session Series from the Georgia Chamber Podcast.Today, we're recapping the remarks from our state's leaders at Eggs and Issues 2024 and diving into the events of weeks one and two of the Legislative Session.  The Georgia Chamber Podcast's Session Series brings you insider information and weekly updates from under the Gold Dome. During the 2024 Legislative Session, Kayla Roberson and Katie Duvall will keep you in the know about the issues and policies most important to Georgia's business community.

Welcome to episode one of the Session Series from the Georgia Chamber Podcast. This week, we're recapping the highlights of the 2023 Legislative Session and sharing the 2024 legislative priorities of the Chamber.  The Georgia Chamber Podcast's Session Series brings you insider information and weekly updates from under the Gold Dome. During the 2024 Legislative Session, Kayla Roberson and Katie Duvall will keep you in the know about the issues and policies most important to Georgia's business community.

Employers across the country and the globe are facing unprecedented workforce shortages. Here in Georgia, we're leading the way in developing innovative solutions to alleviate the impact on our companies.In this episode of the Georgia Chamber Podcast, Daniela Perry, Vice President of the Georgia Chamber Foundation, shares the strategies the Peach State is implementing to win the ongoing War for Talent.To view the Chamber's previous quarterly updates and to stay informed about the data and trends driving our economy, click here!

Intentionality is the message that Mishaune Sawyer, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council Chair, says encompasses the scope of her work throughout the state and in her role as a Senior DE&I Manager with JE Dunn. In this episode of the Georgia Chamber Podcast, Kayla Roberson and Mishaune Sawyer discuss the implementation of DE&I initiatives in the workplace, women in the construction industry, and the work of the Chamber's DE&I Council.

As Georgia continues to become more diverse, our state’s leaders must seek to understand, engage in, and accept the responsibility to work towards an inclusive environment. In this episode of the Georgia Chamber Podcast, Tasha Allen, the Chamber's Vice President of Talent Management and Diversity, and Kayla Roberson, The Chamber's Press Secretary, take a closer look at several of the panels featured at this year's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Summit.

Matt Stevens, the Senior Director of Strategic Impact with Creature Comforts Brewing Company, shares the literacy initiatives Creature Comforts sponsors throughout the Athens community.

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner, Tyler Harper, provides an update on the state of Georgia's number one industry. He is then joined by panelists Dr. Laura Perry Johnson and Arthur Tripp to discuss the issues agriculture faces throughout the state. PANELISTS: Dr. Laura Perry Johnson, Associate Dean for Extension, University of Georgia Arthur Tripp, State Director, USDA Farm Services Moderated by Tyler Harper, Commissioner, Georgia Department of Agriculture