Thank you to our members for a wonderful year. We wish you all a happy holiday season! The Chamber office will be closed from Friday, December 23rd to Monday, January 2nd. We look forward to working with you in the new year!
Your Chamber at Work
Save the Date: Annual Meeting on February 23rd, 2023!
We will celebrate with our membership and community at the 119th Annual Meeting on February 23, 2023. This special program will kick off with a highlight of the Chamber's successful 2022 as well as an update on the programs and plans set for the upcoming year.
The evening will with an awards ceremony in which individuals and organizations who have made a significant impact in our community are recognized. Please consider nominating a community member for these awards!
Nomination Forms:
Upcoming Chamber Events
Ribbon Cutting - January 12th, 4 PM - 6 PM
Join the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate Dermatology Specialists of Georgia's new location on Chase St. in Athens!
Gamechangers Award Luncheon - January 19th, 11:30 AM - 1 PM
Join us at the 2nd Annual Gamechangers luncheon where we will recognize 10 community leaders under the age of 40. We accepted community nominations for those young people who lead by example and collaboratively seek to implement a bright vision for the community.

Sponsorship opportunities are available!
Business Town Hall & Listening Session with CCSD - January 24th, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Clarke County School District and the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce are partnering to provide local businesses the opportunity to speak directly with the district's new superintendent, Dr. Robbie Hooker, who will share his vision for CCSD. CCSD also welcomes input from the business community and looks forward to hearing your thoughts and questions. 
Special Greetings to our New Members of the Week!
Welcome to the AACOC, DriverSeat Athens!
Driverseat Athens offers custom solutions for your transportation needs. We offer a full complement of transportation services. Save money using your vehicle, or experience the convenience of our door-to-door shuttle service. Either way, you will experience the exceptional and hassle-free service that you will expect from Driverseat. So next time you're looking for transportation needs, sit back relax and leave the driving to us. Put us in the Driverseat.
Welcome to the AACOC, Five Star Painting of Cumming!
Call Five Star Painting of Cumming to schedule one of our highly qualified estimators to visit your property and discuss your project.
Schedule the project, pick your color, and leave the rest to us. You will know when your project team will arrive, receive updates, and walk alongside the project manager to inspect the job when it is completed. Avoid spending more to repair an unsightly paint job. Instead, work with a trusted painting services company that aligns customer satisfaction with superior quality projects.
Members in the News
Limited Ticket Release for the B-52s at The Classic Center
Thought it was too late to grab tickets? Classic Entertainment is excited to share that a limited number of tickets have been released for the previously reported sold-out B-52s performance at The Classic Center Theatre on January 10th.  
CBUR REALTOR® Included in Bulldog Top 100
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty’s Laura Wilfong REALTOR® LWW Inc. has been named to the University of Georgia Alumni Association’s 2023 Bulldog 100, a list of the 100 fastest growing businesses owned or operated by UGA Alumni.
The Nutcracker Returns to The Classic Center
Classic Entertainment is thrilled to announce the return of The Nutcracker, performed by The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine, for two performances on Thursday, December 22 at 7:00 p.m. and Friday, December 23 at 2:00 p.m. at The Classic Center Theatre.
Community Announcements
B&B is pleased to offer group discounts on bulk gift card purchases and VIP tickets for Athens businesses. Celebrate your staff this holiday season by sharing the magic of the movies at B&B Theatres.
Contact David Cowan for more info at athensmarketing@bbtheatres.com. 
Thank you to all of our 2022 Chamber Champions!
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