Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Members

Just like the community it serves, the Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber of Commerce is growing and finding innovative ways to serve its constituents. The organization has welcomed a number of new businesses to its membership roster as of Jan. 1, 2015. Among the new members are:

• Arby’s Restaurant Group. Inc.
• Building Material Construction
• Carter (real estate development)
• CHOA (Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta)
• Clear Channel Outdoors
• D. Geller & Sons
• Elab Solutions
• Georgia Aquarium
• Mercedes USA
• Office Depot
• Rosser International
• Sonesta Suites Atlanta

“We are very pleased to welcome our new members to the Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber of Commerce,” said Tom Mahaffey, Chamber president. “Each one brings expertise and resources to our organization and allows us to offer even more targeted programs geared towards helping our members expand their businesses, strengthen the skills of their employees and contribute to the economic vitality of Sandy Springs. I encourage new members to get involved in one or more of our professional development committees and take advantage of all of the networking opportunities we offer.”

Among the Chamber’s regular programs are:

• Ongoing networking events
• Professional development opportunities
• Business resource services
• Chamber luncheons featuring prominent speakers
• Community charitable events
• Awards programs
• Group health insurance options
• Issue advocacy

More than 3,700 businesses currently call Sandy Springs home, ranging from world headquarters to small, family-owned companies. Sandy Springs has more Fortune 500 corporations per capita than any other city in the U.S., yet the majority of the city’s jobs are provided by thriving small businesses.

About the Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber of Commerce

The Chamber was formed in 2008 to serve businesses in the City of Sandy Springs and the north Perimeter area. With leadership from an elected Board of Directors, and working in partnership with city government, the Chamber’s mission is to maximize the business success of its members, strengthen the competitiveness of the Sandy Springs business community and enhance the economic prosperity of the area. Ongoing initiatives include workforce and economic development, business education, community service and networking opportunities for members. Tom Mahaffey is president of the Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber of Commerce. www.sandyspringsperimeterchamber.com