Thank You to our Sponsors for the

ATHENA Nominee Luncheon: A Celebration of Women

Leslie Spornberger Jones, LLC

By honoring exceptional women leaders, the ATHENA Leadership Award hopes to inspire others to achieve excellence in their professional and personal lives. At the ATHENA Nominee Luncheon this Thursday, we will honor the five nominees for the 2025 ATHENA honor, Erin Barger of the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia, Jinx Patel of Athens Research & Technology, Melanie Ford of the University of Georgia, Monique Sanders of Get Stemulated, Inc., and Shannon Brooks of The University of Georgia. We are grateful to our generous sponsors who helped us create a celebration for these deserving leaders!

Every January, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosts Eggs & Issues to serve as the kickoff to the Georgia General Assembly Regular Session. The event convenes over 2,500 business leaders, elected officials, and community stakeholders from around the state to set the economic agenda for the legislative year.

Athens Area Chamber of Commerce members can purchase discounted tickets to support Athens' very own hockey team, the Rock Lobsters! Use the link below to purchase your tickets. Claws Up!

Please join The Athens Area Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate the ribbon cutting for Panera Bread. This Athens store features Panera’s pioneering SmallBox Urban design, optimized for city environments. This concept offers a streamlined layout, perfectly catering to the busy lifestyles of students and local residents alike.

Date and Time

Wednesday, Jan 15, 2025

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST

Location

101 North Lumpkin Street Athens Georgia 30601

Date and Time

Wednesday, Jan 22, 2025

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EST

Location

1400 Live Oak Lane Athens GA 30606

Every January, Women Who Work hosts a wellness panel - an empowering event designed to promote self-love and self-care in a time full of 'new year, new you' pressures. Our panelists will delve into discussion on inclusive business practices that support body positivity, confidence in work spaces, and embracing ourselves exactly as we are. They will share their insights and tips for cultivating self-acceptance to serve as a reminder that wellness starts from within and loving ourselves is the ultimate form of self-care. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation to kick off a kick ATH year!

Date and Time

Tuesday, Jan 28, 2025

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EST

Location

801 Riverhill Dr. Ste 553

Athens, GA 30606

Please join the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate the ribbon cutting for The Kiwanis Club of Athens.  The Kiwanis Club of Athens directly supports various service projects in the local community through volunteers, donations and community partnerships. As a member of the Kiwanis Club of Athens, you can directly support their annual charity golf tournament, Birchmore 5k Run for Fun, Athens Teen Driving Roadeo, Boots, Bourbon and BBQ Tailgala, monthly reading program at local elementary schools, feeding the hungry downtown, toy drives, food drives, and many other service opportunities in the Athens area.

Date and Time

Thursday, Jan 30, 2025

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM EST

Location

Synovus Community Room. 

150 W Hancock Ave Athens GA 30601

We are thrilled to welcome all of our new Chamber members! In order for you to take full advantage of your chamber membership, we have created a "Chamber 101" class to review everything from the basics to the best ways to get engaged. Whether your company is a new member, you are new to attending chamber events, or you'd just like to learn more about how to engage we invite you to join fellow new members and chamber staff for coffee while we review tips for chamber member success!

Thank you to our Chamber 101 sponsor, Peach State Federal Credit Union!

Thank you to our sponsor:

Join us for the February Network Luncheon, hosted at Athens Academy! Network Lunch is where you maximize your relationship ROI. 

During this event, you'll hear from a featured speaker and our sponsors, who will give a brief presentation. Afterward, each attendee will have the time to introduce themselves with a quick elevator pitch. We encourage you to bring plenty of business cards, brochures, or promotional materials. With this event, we open the door for member businesses of all sizes to leverage an immense number of opportunities and resources as they network, learn, and grow as a part of the Athens area community.

Date and Time

Thursday, Feb 11, 2025

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EST

Location

Athens Academy

1281 Spartan Ln Athens GA 30606

121st Annual Meeting

The Athens Area Chamber of Commerce has hosted the Annual Meeting for over 100 years as an opportunity to honor businesses and community members, enjoy networking and fellowship, and share progress and goals with our membership. Make plans to join us this year as we celebrate all that makes Athens special - there's no place like Athens!

Date and Time

Tuesday, Feb 18, 2025

5:30 PM - 7:45 PM EST

Location

Akins Ford Arena

300 N Thomas St. Athens, GA 30601

Athenians are invited to honor Dr. King's legacy at the annual Athens-Clarke County Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday, January 20, 2025. This year’s MLK Day of Service kick-off celebration will take place from 8:30 to 9:30 AM at the Lay Park Gymnasium (297 Hoyt Street). The first 400 volunteers at the kick-off will receive a limited edition long-sleeve t-shirt, and light morning refreshments will be served. Following the kick-off, volunteer service around the community will take place from 10:00 AM to noon.

Operations Manager - Part-time hybrid

Georgia Conflict Center (GCC) is looking for an Operations Manager, a vital role and key member of our small team, to work 20 hours per week beginning January 2025. The OM will be compensated at an hourly wage starting between $18 and $22 per hour – depending on experience – and paid on a bi-weekly or monthly basis. This is a hybrid position with some face time, the rest remote. 

We are a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions that unite  HR, payroll, talent, time, tax and benefits administration and a leader in business outsourcing services, analytics and compliance expertise.

Our unmatched experience, deep insights and cutting-edge technology have transformed human resources from a back-office administrative function to a strategic business advantage.

For over 75 years, we’ve led the way in defining the future of business solutions. ADP is proud to be named the 2024 Fortune® World's Most Admired Companies™ list again for 18 consecutive years.

At PBK, our core values are more than just words on paper—they are the guiding principles that shape every decision we make and every action we take. Integrity, innovation, and collaboration are not just ideals we aspire to; they are the foundation upon which we build our success, ensuring that every interaction reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence.

By offering both architecture and engineering services under one roof, The PBK Family of Companies can provide integrated solutions that address the full scope of your project’s requirements. This integrated approach ensures seamless coordination between design and engineering disciplines, leading to more efficient project delivery and optimized outcomes.

THE LIGHTROOM is more than a studio; it's a hub for creative collaboration—a space where creativity knows no bounds, and every story matters.

At The Lightroom, we’re all about making professional content creation easy and accessible. From cutting-edge gear to inspiring spaces, we’ve got everything you need to bring your visual and sonic visions to life—without breaking the bank.

Need production or post-production services? Looking to rent one of our fully equipped podcast or cyclorama studios, or just grab some gear? Or maybe you want it all? We’ve got you covered. Whether you’re flying solo or bringing a team, our mission is to amplify your voice and help make your vision a reality.

📣Calling all engaged couples (and friends) 💍   The Love Athens Wedding Expo is perfect for all engaged couples, whether you're just starting out or finalizing those last-minute details. Connect with top-tier vendors, discover amazing deals, and get inspired for your big day. Join us on Sunday, January 26th from 1-4 PM. Whether you're planning a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, the Expo has something for every couple. 

Algy will be serving samples of his best cocktails. Join us for a day of inspiration, excitement, and endless possibilities.

Come support Athens small businesses!

Live Wire Athens

Oconee Events

Athens Photo Booths

JL Designs 

Cafe Racer

Sweetie pie by Savie

Everlasting Bridal

Ah-mazing Balloons

Classic City Confections

Newtown Photography Co.

A Crystal Event Wedding & Event Planning

Marshmallow Paper Co. 

Aura Exposures Photography

DJ Vision Entertainment 

Athens DJ Service 

Sounds Right Entertainment 

Hendershots Coffee Bar and Sage Catering

Megan Givens Weddings & Events

The Foundry @ Hotel Abacus

Come join Keep Athens-Clarke County Beautiful to watch the Rock Lobsters face off against the Baton Rough Zydeco! For every ticket purchased through KACCB's unique link, $5 will be donated directly to KACCB. Claws up! 

Come and run the Spartan 5K on February 8th with a super fast 1-mile downhill finish! Beautiful handmade pottery awards by. r.wood studio.

Please join us for a Top Gun themed 5K to support Athens Academy! This year's 80's theme is Top Run (Gun)! So bring your aviators and bomber jackets! Participants are encouraged to dress in Top Gun attire, although not required.