The Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC) today announced updated plans for leadership in 2018 and 2019. Russell Stokes, president and chief executive officer, GE Energy Connections will chair the organization’s board in 2018 and David Abney, chairman and chief executive officer, UPS will chair the organization’s board in 2019.
The Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC) today announced updated plans for leadership in 2018 and 2019. Russell Stokes, president and chief executive officer, GE Energy Connections will chair the organization’s board in 2018 and David Abney, chairman and chief executive officer, UPS will chair the organization’s board in 2019.
The chair-elect changes follow AT&T’s recent announcement that Glenn Lurie, president and chief executive officer, AT&T Mobility and Consumer Operations will relocate from Atlanta to the company’s headquarters in Dallas. Lurie was previously MAC’s chair-elect for 2018.
“Russell and David represent what we call the ‘Atlanta Way’. They are strong corporate and philanthropic leaders with an unwavering commitment to expanding the reach of our vibrant and growing Metro Atlanta region.” said Jeffrey C. Sprecher, 2017 MAC chair, chairman and chief executive officer of Intercontinental Exchange and chairman of the New York Stock Exchange. “We are fortunate that they are leading organizations that are major contributors to our region’s economy. Their business acumen and perspective will be invaluable over the coming years as we continue to drive unprecedented growth that furthers metro Atlanta’s position as a top-tier global region.”
During his 12 years in Atlanta, Lurie was an active member of the business community and the Metro Atlanta Chamber. He launched MAC’s Mobility Taskforce, a four-year effort that shines a light on Atlanta’s vibrant mobility ecosystem and carrying the message around the world.
In addition to announcing shifts in its chair-elect position, MAC also shared the 2017 officers and chairs serving its various councils that span economic development, public policy, innovation and entrepreneurship, ATLeaders, sports, ChooseATL and more. For a complete list of MAC’s 2017 officers and chairs, click here.
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About the Metro Atlanta Chamber
The Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC) serves as a catalyst for a more prosperous and vibrant region. To advance economic growth and improve metro Atlanta's quality of place, MAC is focused on starting, growing and recruiting companies to the 29-county metro Atlanta region. The Chamber is also focused on growing the region's innovation economy by promoting and strengthening connections to drive Atlanta's innovation and entrepreneurial culture. MAC is committed to being an active voice for the business community, serving as an advocate for a competitive business climate and telling Atlanta's story. For more information, visit www.metroatlantachamber.com.
