2026 Leadership Fayette Alumni Breakfast - June

Leadership Fayette Alumni Breakfast  Topic: Moving Fayette County From Point A to B: the County Transportation Plan    The 2026-2027 Fayette County Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) update is underway to guide transportation investments over the next......More

Leadership Fayette Alumni Breakfast  Topic: Moving Fayette County From Point A to B: the County Transportation Plan    The 2026-2027 Fayette County Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) update is underway to guide transportation investments over the next 20 years, focusing on safety, mobility, and community needs, including an expanded path and trail network. Key Aspects of the 2026-2027 CTP Update: Safety & Infrastructure: Focus on Vision Zero, analyzing existing facilities and traffic impacts from developments like Trilith. Path/Trail Network: Prioritizing the expansion of multi-use paths and pedestrian connectivity. Project Evaluation: Assessing high-priority areas for improvements, including traffic flow and safety at key intersections. Speaker: Paolo Kimbell, Transportation Engineer, Fayette County Public Works  Time:  8:30 Doors Open, Registration and Networking  9:00 - 10:00 Program  Location: The Chamber Meeting Place  NOTE: This event is open to graduates and sponsors of the Leadership Fayette Program. If you are interested in applying for the next Leadership Fayette cohort, email [email protected] to get on the notification list.

2026 Young Professionals - June

  Reel Connections: A Rooftop Networking Experience Join Fayette Young Professionals and the Coweta NextGen Alliance for an unforgettable evening of connection, collaboration, and community at Reel Connections! Set against the vibrant backdrop of ......More

  Reel Connections: A Rooftop Networking Experience Join Fayette Young Professionals and the Coweta NextGen Alliance for an unforgettable evening of connection, collaboration, and community at Reel Connections! Set against the vibrant backdrop of Trilith Cinemas, this rooftop networking event brings together young professionals and emerging leaders from across the region. Enjoy a relaxed, movie-inspired atmosphere complete with great conversations, fresh ideas, and opportunities to grow your network. Whether you're looking to build meaningful professional relationships, explore new opportunities, or simply unwind after a busy week, this event is the perfect setting. Grab your ticket and get ready to make connections that matter because the best scenes happen off-screen!

165 Trilith Parkway, Fayetteville, Georgia 30214

2026 Fayette Community & Leadership Foundation Annual Meeting

Fayette Community & Leadership Foundation Nominates New Board Members    Last May, the Fayette Community & Leadership Foundation received its nonprofit status from the Internal Revenue Service. With a full year behind us, the new 501c3 arm of the Fayette Chamber is no......More

Fayette Community & Leadership Foundation Nominates New Board Members    Last May, the Fayette Community & Leadership Foundation received its nonprofit status from the Internal Revenue Service. With a full year behind us, the new 501c3 arm of the Fayette Chamber is now preparing for its first board transition. Exiting the board as organizing members are, Mark Gray - State Farm Insurance, Brandon Sherman - Regions Bank, and Charles Stallworth - Georgia Power (Retired).  Replacing these three leaders are Kira Harris –Braggs, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Roderick Smith, Land Rover of South Atlanta and Joe Domaleski, Country Fried Creative. These three community leaders will be officially accepted and voted on by the Foundation board at the June 8 annual meeting which will take place via Zoom. 

Zoom (Link to Come)

2026 StartUp Fayette - June

The Friction Audit Finding the Hidden Bottlenecks Slowing Your Business Growth Presented by Jason Bass Most businesses don’t stall because of bad ideas. They stall because of friction. Confusing messaging. Broken customer journeys. Slow follow-up. Op......More

The Friction Audit Finding the Hidden Bottlenecks Slowing Your Business Growth Presented by Jason Bass Most businesses don’t stall because of bad ideas. They stall because of friction. Confusing messaging. Broken customer journeys. Slow follow-up. Operational chaos. Too many steps. Disconnected systems. Lack of trust. Internal inconsistency. And often, founders are simply too close to the business to see where those bottlenecks exist. At the June StartUp Fayette event, Jason Bass will lead an interactive workshop experience designed to help entrepreneurs identify the hidden friction points preventing their businesses from growing efficiently and sustainably. The evening begins with a guided tour of Trilith Live and The Nexus Community (a $20 value), framed around how intentional environments, systems, and design influence behavior, creativity, and collaboration. From there, attendees will move into a hands-on workshop exploring where friction hides inside growing businesses—from marketing and messaging to operations, onboarding, customer trust, and team communication. Participants will complete a practical “Friction Audit” of their own business, evaluating things like: * Website clarity * Customer journey gaps * Follow-up processes * CTA effectiveness * Social proof * Operational inefficiencies * Repetitive manual work * Areas where customers commonly get confused or drop off The session will conclude with a practical framework for prioritizing what to fix first—focusing not on perfection, but momentum. Whether you’re a founder, creative, entrepreneur, or business leader, this workshop is designed to help you uncover the invisible obstacles slowing your growth and leave with actionable next steps. Event Schedule 4:00–5:15 PM — Trilith Live / Nexus Tour 5:30–7:00 PM — Workshop Experience 📍 The Nexus Community at Trilith Studios 🍕 Pizza included 💲 $15 Chamber Members | $20 Non-members Registration is encouraged.

461 Sandy Creek Rd Suite 4109, Fayetteville, GA 30214

2026 Workforce Summit

Workforce Summit         Workforce 2040 explores the evolving partnership between people and intelligent tools and what it means for Fayette County’s economic future. This year’s theme centers on augmentation, not replacement, highlighting h......More

Workforce Summit         Workforce 2040 explores the evolving partnership between people and intelligent tools and what it means for Fayette County’s economic future. This year’s theme centers on augmentation, not replacement, highlighting how AI can elevate productivity, creativity, and decision‑making across the region’s most important industries.   Attendees will gain practical insight into: How employers can adopt AI responsibly and competitively The new skills portfolio required for tomorrow’s workforce Ways educators, business leaders, and policymakers can align to accelerate talent readiness   Through case studies, panels, and cross‑sector conversations, the summit will spotlight what’s working right now from construction and skilled trades to film, entertainment, and technology while addressing the widening performance gap between AI‑fluent and lagging organizations. The goal: a shared playbook for people‑centered, future‑ready adoption. Program Agenda 1:00 – 1:30 PM | Networking & Light Refreshments   1:30 – 1:40 PM | Welcome & Opening Remarks Focus: Overview of the summit theme, goals, and the future of regional workforce development.   Speaker: Leonardo McClarty, President & CEO, Fayette Chamber   1:40 – 2:00 PM | Keynote Speaker: Human First, AI Powered: The Future of High Performing Teams Focus: Insights on how AI helps businesses scale by expanding capability and performance. Speaker:  Brian Fletcher, Fractional CTO & Co-Founder of FM 2:00 – 2:30 PM | Panel #1: The Generational Workforce Divide & Productivity Gap Focus: Expectations, alignment, productivity losses, and strategies for engagement across generations.   Moderator: Jason Campbell, MAU Panelists: Alexis Davis, PHR, sHRBP – President, Crimson Leadership Group (former VP of People & Culture, Rinnai) Dr. Teaa “Dr. TAB” Allston‑Bing, SPHR, SHRM‑CP – Director of Human Resources, City of Peachtree City ​Craig Jeffery – Managing Partner, Strategic Treasurer ​2:30 – 2:50 PM | Presenter #2: Smart Adoption—Using AI to Compete in a Divided Marketplace Focus: Understanding the widening gap between AI‑adopting and lagging businesses. Practical strategies for small‑business adaptation.   Speaker: Josh Lee, MBA – Chief Operating Officer & Co‑Founder, Content Talent South & Trilith Institute   2:50 – 3:00 PM | Break Refreshments and networking. 3:00 – 3:30 PM | Panel #2: AI Beyond ChatGPT—Real Use Cases Focus: Showcasing practical AI adoption across local industries (construction, HVAC, film/entertainment, healthcare, and more). Discussion includes platforms, strengths, and applications beyond administrative tasks—such as reducing human error and increasing productivity.   Moderator: Richard Andrews – VP of Economic Development, Southern Crescent Technical College Panelists: Braden Fargo – Business Development Manager, Southtree Commercial Trevvour Garner – General Manager of innovation Development, Southern Company Gas   3:30 – 3:50 PM |  Speaker #3: Rethinking Workforce Readiness Focus: Where education and business align to deliver workforce solutions. Exploring emerging skills, technology access challenges, and opportunities across K‑12, technical colleges, and universities. Speaker: Doug Hooker – Former Executive Director, Atlanta Regional Commission; Former Interim Director, CareerRise   3:50 – 4:20 PM | Panel #3: The Future of Creative, Skilled Trades & Technical Workforc Focus: Exploring opportunities in entertainment, skilled trades, and technology‑enabled industries.   Moderator: Dennis McGourik – Regional Director, South Metro, Atlanta Gas Light Panelist: Dr. Irvin Clark – President, Southern Crescent Technical College Jim Kelleher - President & CEO, Georgia Association of Manufacturers Brandon Chadwick - Training Coordinator, Western Operations, Georgia QuickStart 4:20 – 4:40 PM | Closing Keynote: AI, Workforce Development and Georgia's Future.   Speaker: Jamal Jessie – Regional Workforce Development, Google 4:40 PM | Closing Remarks & Transition to Engage After Hours Networking

Hilton Peachtree City Atlanta Conference & Hotel 2443 Hwy 54 W, Peachtree City, GA 30269

2026 ENGAGE After Hours - June

Engage After Hours: The Human Advantage 5:00 PM | Hilton Peachtree City Following an afternoon of bold ideas and forward-looking conversations at the 2026 Fayette Chamber Workforce Summit, join us for Engage After Hours a relaxed and engaging networking exper......More

Engage After Hours: The Human Advantage 5:00 PM | Hilton Peachtree City Following an afternoon of bold ideas and forward-looking conversations at the 2026 Fayette Chamber Workforce Summit, join us for Engage After Hours a relaxed and engaging networking experience designed to bring the day’s insights to life. As we explore Workforce 2040, one truth stands out: technology may transform how we work, but relationships define how we thrive. The Human Advantage is your opportunity to connect beyond the panels with business leaders, educators, innovators, and emerging talent who are shaping the future of Fayette County. Enjoy light bites, beverages, and intentional networking in a setting designed to spark meaningful conversations. Share takeaways, explore potential partnerships, and exchange ideas on how to turn today’s insights into tomorrow’s action. Whether you're looking to collaborate, recruit, or simply continue the conversation, Engage After Hours is where innovation meets connection and where the future of work gets personal.

Hilton Peachtree City Atlanta Hotel & Conference Center

Ribbon Cutting: More 4 Less Auto Repair

Join us as we celebrate More 4 Less Auto Repair! Ribbon Cutting begins at 11:30am.

2026 Membership Matters Orientation - June

Join us for Membership Orientation! Come out and learn about Chamber membership. Whether you are a new member, new to a company, or just interested in knowing more about Chamber membership, this event is for you!

The Chamber Meeting Place

Ribbon Cutting: Village Park Fayetteville

Join us as we celebrate the grand re-opening of Village Park Fayetteville (formerly Heartis). Ribbon Cutting begins at 5:00pm.

Ribbon Cutting: Doc on Deck

Join us as we celebrate the ribbon cutting for Doc on Deck. Ribbon Cutting begins at 4:45pm.

Ribbon Cutting: Two Birds Foundation

Help Two Birds Foundation Take Flight!   Please join us on June 30th for the Two Birds Foundation Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Fundraising Event.  Come on out and celebrate with us!  You’ll have the opportunity to learn more about our organization while you snac......More

Help Two Birds Foundation Take Flight!   Please join us on June 30th for the Two Birds Foundation Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Fundraising Event.  Come on out and celebrate with us!  You’ll have the opportunity to learn more about our organization while you snack on a delicious Bundtini!  We will also be hosting a silent auction featuring items from our wonderful small business community, as well as pop-up shops by Kendra Scott and Nothing Bundt Cakes.  We are so grateful for the support of this community and cannot wait to celebrate with you!           About Us: Two Birds Foundation is non-profit organization founded in 2025 by Emily Morrison and Sara Morgan serving the South Atlanta metro areas. Two Birds packages and delivers excess prepared meals from local businesses, event centers, and hotels to communities facing food insecurity. The service Two Birds provides ensures that already purchased excess food does not go to waste, filling up hungry bellies, instead of landfills. This redistribution of wealth helps to eliminate food waste and hunger at the same time. In other words, feeding two birds with one scone. Mission: To help build a future where hunger and food waste do not co-exist, yet kindness and equality do. Vision: To live in a just and sustainable world where no meal is wasted and no one goes without. Want to get involved? Please visit us at www.twobirds.life to learn more!

The Chamber Meeting Place