Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson delivered the 2026 State of the County Address, an event presented by Amazon, Atlas, and Axis. The address brought together over 1,100 business and community leaders to review the county’s progress and set priorities for the upcoming year. Hosted by the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce and the Council for Quality Growth, this annual gathering continues a tradition that emphasizes collaboration between public and private sectors to promote economic development in the region.
For nearly four decades, the Gwinnett Chamber and the Council for Quality Growth have provided a platform where business and government leaders can align on long-term strategies related to economic growth, infrastructure investment, and sustainable development.
The Gwinnett Chamber will next host its signature Valor Awards event to honor public safety professionals in Gwinnett. Information about this event is available at GwinnettChamber.org/Valor-Awards.
The Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce represents more than 2,100 member businesses across various industries. Its mission is “to champion business,” aiming to drive economic prosperity, encourage leadership, and build a vibrant community for both businesses and residents. The organization was recognized as Chamber of the Year in 2023 by ACCE. It also holds Five-Star Accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
The chamber supports diverse small businesses within one of the nation’s most diverse counties (official website). It works to unite local leaders and foster an inclusive economy (official website). The organization hosts more than 220 events each year designed to promote networking opportunities and growth among its members (official website).
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