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Link to form to submit a speaker. The Douglas County Chamber is now accepting speaker proposals for the 2026 Small Business Summit, a two-day experience designed to educate, connect, and empower entrepreneurs, business leaders, and professionals from across the region. The Small Business Summit brings together innovators, experts, and thought leaders to provide practical tools,…
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Spark by Hilton Douglasville Atlanta West Celebrates Grand Opening in Douglasville! Spark by Hilton Douglasville Atlanta West celebrated its grand opening with a Douglas County Chamber Ribbon Cutting ceremony. Hotel leadership, community partners, Chamber representatives, and local business leaders gathered to commemorate the opening of the newly rebranded property located at…
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Alliance for Business Empowerment Celebrates Ribbon Cutting in Douglasville Alliance for Business Empowerment (ABE) celebrated its official grand opening with a Douglas County Chamber Ribbon Cutting ceremony on May 19, 2026. Owner Vonda Thorpe was joined by Chamber representatives, community members, local business leaders, and supporters to commemorate the occasion at Meeting…
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Douglas County Chamber Brings Free AI Training to Small Businesses in Douglas County Learn practical AI skills to grow your business and strengthen local economies Douglasville, GA (May 21, 2026)– The Douglas County Chamber is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to bring Small Business B(AI)sics to Douglas County. Small Business B(AI)sics is…
Read MoreDouglas County Chamber Announces Leadership Douglas Class of 2026 Graduates DOUGLASVILLE (May 21, 2026) – The Douglas County Chamber proudly announces the graduation of the Leadership Douglas Class of 2026. A celebration was held on May 13th at the Riverside EpiCenter to honor the 26 outstanding individuals who completed the immersive eleven-month program focused on…
Read MoreFor Immediate Release Nominations Being Accepted for 2026 Douglas County Small Business Awards Douglasville, GA (April 6, 2026) – The Douglas County Chamber is excited to announce the 2026 Douglas County Small Business Awards. This program honors the vital role that small businesses play in driving Douglas County’s economy. Awards will be presented at…
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Douglas County Chamber Announces Leadership Douglas Class of 2027 Participants Douglasville, GA (May 15, 2026) – The Douglas County Chamber Foundation is pleased to announce the participants of the Leadership Douglas Class of 2027. The program selects diverse and qualified individuals to provide a structured program that enhances leadership skills and community involvement for the betterment of…
Read MoreFor Immediate Release December 2, 2025 ACCE 40 Under 40 Award Recipient Carley Lawson named 40 Under 40 by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives Alexandria, VA. (December 2, 2025) – Carley Lawson has been named to the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) 2025 Forty Under 40 list of emerging…
Read MoreWellstar Health System is excited to announce that their 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment and Implementation Plan is now available. This report provides a look at the health status of our community, identifying key strengths, challenges, and opportunities for improvement. The Assessment is the result of a collaborative effort involving community members, local partners, and…
Read MoreDouglas County Chamber Announces New Board Leadership Through 2028 The Douglas County Chamber (DCC) is pleased to announce new executive board leadership, D.A. Wilson, Founder and Principal Attorney of The Wilson Firm will serve as 2026 Chair Elect-Elect. Wilson joined the DCC Board of Directors in 2024. He has played a key role…
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