Economics

The Georgia Chamber of Commerce is watching how Trump Administration’s tariff policies can impact the state’s economy. The Chamber released Guidance and Advice on Tariffs and Trade Regulations (www.gachamber.com/data/tariffs-briefing-april-16-2025-guidance-advice-on-tariffs-and-trade-regulations/), a 14-page report examining the current situation while providing guidance on ways to mitigate the impact. Coinciding with the release of the report, Chris Clark, President and CEO of the Georgia Chamber, held a virtual news conference with reporters across the state, including ABD. The latest report focused on Georgia’s most valuable sectors, including manufacturing, retail, and agribusiness. One recommendation is

The red carpet was rolled up, but local participants in the 2025 Red Carpet Tour are following up on connections made during the event. The tour, sponsored by the Georgia Chamber of Commerce and hosted by the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce, brought business leaders from around the world to the Garden City. “I’m following up with people we met on the tour, so we haven’t slowed down,” Cal Wray, President of the Augusta Economic Development Authority (AEDA), told ABD. “I’d love to say we get to take this week

Today, some key Augustans will probably have tired hands and feet from shaking hands and walking Augusta National. Augusta Richmond County Economic Director Cal Wray, his staff, and dozens of ambassadors organized by the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce will be welcoming business leaders from all over the world. It’s time for the annual Red Carpet Tour. Wray says his office will be speaking to several people associated with dozens of ongoing projects—many of them are site selection consultants hired to scout communities like Augusta on behalf of companies. “We