This month, Georgia Trend celebrates 40 years as the magazine that covers business, politics and economic development statewide. To mark those four decades, we reached out to some influential people throughout the state who have been around to witness…
On Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at the Georgia Aquarium, we celebrated the 2025 Georgia Trend Most Influential Georgians. Thank you to our generous sponsors: Presenting: AT&T, Amazon, PNC Bank, and Georgia Chamber of Commerce Gold Sponsors: The Coca-Cola Company, Centennial…
This year’s Georgian of the Year, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, achieved his lifelong dream of becoming mayor in part because of his confidence and hard work, but also because of his never-give-up mindset. You tend to find similar qualities in…
This year’s Georgian of the Year, Ed Bastian, is the classic example of leadership, strength and resilience. Such attributes no doubt helped him rise to the position where he is today. So it’s probably no surprise these same qualities can…
To welcome the new year, Georgia Trend is recognizing 100 influential Georgians for 2023 – a remarkable group -- for their impact across the state. As always, we're spotlighting CEOs, politicians, educational experts and the heads of nonprofits and economic…
This year’s Georgian of the Year Pat Wilson may be the state’s top salesperson, working to attract companies that will invest millions and create hundreds of new jobs. However, he is hardly alone in promoting Georgia’s advantages. Every day, thousands…
While this year’s Georgian of the Year Griff Lynch may come closest to literally steering ships, the job of keeping the state afloat does not fall to him alone. There are thousands of people who help ensure the state remains…
"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy,” said Martin Luther King Jr. His words are as applicable today as they…
“There are no secrets to success,” said former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell. “It is the result of preparation, hard work and learning from failure.” His description could apply to the individuals included in Georgia Trend’s 22nd annual listing…
According to Henry David Thoreau, “Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.” His assessment is an apt description of the individuals included in Georgia Trend’s 21st annual listing of the 100 Most Influential…
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