Jan 20, 2022 Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) Commissioner Russell R. McMurry, P.E., has been named to Georgia Trend's 2022 list of Most Influential Georgians. Athens Morrow State Road and Tollway Authority Atlanta Last year, it entered an agreement to take over Habersham Medical Center. Georgia Municipal Association 400 interchange improvements and express lane projects throughout Metro Atlanta. Plus, Notable Georgians. KKS, Executive Director A. Bentley, President & Director R. Southerland, Kemp has not shied away from controversy during his first term. Age: 45, Clark, who has headed the chamber since 2010, is charged with creating international and domestic trade opportunities that benefit Georgia businesses. He announced late last year that Synovus plans a $300-million stock buy-back program over the next 12 months and a 20 percent increase in its quarterly common stock dividend, both the direct result of sustained growth. SA, Mayor Next up, a boutique hotel along the BeltLine, which fits nicely with Portmans history of iconic Atlanta buildings. Additionally, he oversees Georgias Xpress bus system and toll lanes and tackles issues regarding Metro Atlantas mobility and air quality. GRA CEO Karen Bremer Named One of Georgia Trend's 100 Most Influential CD, President P. Rasmussen, McDonald has a long history in the energy industry. Columbus The 2018 roster of the states top leaders and people A. Solomon, Entering his fourth and final year of office, Thurmond has focused on repairing DeKalbs aging sewer system (the county has allocated $1.2 billion toward the issue), while turning the countys $24.7- million deficit into a $110-million surplus fund. According to Beecher, an obviously renowned 19th century preacher,, This is the 13th edition of Georgia Trends 100 Most Influential Georgians, and it reflects a changing of the guard at the highest levels of state government and business leadership, while furthering the notion of Georgia as, basically, a one-party, Sign up to get our free news roundup, Georgia Trend Daily, in your inbox, Sign up to receive the free monthly digital edition of Georgia Trend in your inbox, 2022 100 Most Influential Georgians: Steering the Ship, 100 Most Influential Georgians: Visionary Forces, 100 Most Influential Georgians of 2019: Propelling Positive Change, 100 Most Influential Georgians of 2017: Wielding Power, Most Influential Georgians: Georgia's Power List, 2021 Economic Yearbook: Businesses Bounce Back. Age: 49, In 2006, Cagle became the first Republican elected lieutenant governor since Reconstruction and was elected to his third term in 2014. Age: 42, First elected to the house in 2006, Abrams became the states first African-American minority leader and the first woman to lead either party in the Georgia General Assembly in 2010. 100 Most Influential Georgians: Visionary Forces - Georgia Trend Magazine SA, Chairman,AtlantaAerotropolis Alliance WGTC's Post named to "500 Most Influential Leaders" list Age: 52, Kemp has served as secretary of state since 2005. During his tenure, he has placed great emphasis on job creation in the region. All are designed to strengthen the airports economic impact on the state. ABIs work is now getting global attention with two prestigious awards in 2015 from the International Economic Development Council for neighborhood and economic development. ARCs newest plan to address priorities through 2040 is its most robust and comprehensive yet. West Georgia Technical College President Dr. Julie Post has been named to Georgia Trend magazine's "500 Most Influential Leaders" list for the first time since her presidency in 2021. This year, Synovus has focused on commercial real estate and new branch openings across the Southeast, especially in Florida. She was first elected to office in 2003, ran unopposed for re-election in 2014 and sits on six committees. Nathan Deal in 2014 to serve on the State Workforce Investment Board. The dollars strength contributed to falling profits during the third quarter of 2015, despite an increase in consumption of the companys many carbonated and non-carbonated drinks. Jason Moss named among Georgia Trend Magazine's Top 500 Most Its pretty much a year-round process for us and entails lots of meetings and discussions. District 70 CD, CEO andSuperintendent He has worked to increase efficiency, reduce paperwork and increase transparency. The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy, said Martin Luther King Jr. His words are as applicable today as they were when he wrote them in 1963, as the world continues to face the challenges and controversies of pandemic, economic recession and political fighting. Jepson Associates Greater Columbus Chamber of Commerce The companys other accolades include No. LJ, President and CEO SA, President B. Lee, The veteran commission chair came out strong in support of a referendum to bring MARTA to Gwinnett last year. Youll also find a list of 50 Notables on page 44 Georgians who are making an impact in the state or have made an impression on the Georgia Trend staff this year. State of Georgia He is also a member of five other House committees, including Rules and Government Affairs. Age: 68, Kaufman was the founding president of Georgia Gwinnett College but left that post to take his current position with the Gwinnett Chamber in 2013. In 2015, he proposed two new initiatives: strengthen the university systems link to the business community and prepare students for the cyber-security field. Loganville Marietta KKS, Director The original list is always more than 100, and we think the final group subject to retirements, course corrections and shifts in power, not to mention late-in-the-year hirings and firings and a controversy or two represents the realities of leadership, power and influence in Georgia. Saunders has more than 30 years of experience in the healthcare field, and her leadership extends across the state as 2015 chair of the Georgia Hospital Association. A. Bentley, Melton, who has been chief justice for just over a year, has served on the court since 2005, when former Gov. Savannah 1 exporter of in-shell pecans. Hes also appeared in front of the Public Service Commission to defend a rate hike, while Georgia Power again ranked No. Fayetteville LJ, Vice President for Public Serviceand Outreach M.C. It made Working Mother magazines 2019 100 Best Companies, among other honors. Gov. Savannah 2022 100 Most Influential Georgians: Steering the Ship Our 2022 list of people who are making an impact on the state. He also serves as vice chair of Concessions International, providing airport food/beverage operations in cities including Atlanta, Denver, Miami, Washington, D.C., Seattle and Dallas. While this years Georgian of the Year Griff Lynch may come closest to literally steering ships, the job of keeping the state afloat does not fall to him alone. Athens-Clarke County Thomas also instituted a policy to allow enrollment of students who live and identify as men, regardless of their sex assigned at birth. Since its inception in 2012, the initiative has raised more than $5.1 million to support more than 2,000 nonprofits around the state. ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 1, 2022--Jackson Healthcare, a family of highly specialized healthcare staffing, search and technology companies, today announced that its president, Shane Jackson, has been named to Georgia Trend 's GEORGIA 500, a new publication recognizing leaders who best demonstrate innovation, vitality and success across the state's business landscape. Mt. He leads company strategy on technology, solutions and services. In the last three years, the system has reduced hospital-acquired infections by 69 percent, resulting in A safety ratings for six of its hospitals. Georgia Trend 100 Most Influential Georgians - Morehouse College Macon KKS, Elected in 2014, Perdue has taken a business-like approach to Washington. In June 2015, he accepted a new challenge as head of the Greater Columbus Chamber of Commerce. Atlanta Under the 30-year industry veterans leadership, MARTA has created service-oriented initiatives including a rider advisory council and has plans to improve all 38 stations. Nash, who leads one of the largest, most-diverse counties in the state, says that as ACCG president she wants to promote the diversity that exists among the states 159 counties. K. Kirkpatrick, As companies move into the new Georgia Cyber Center, Davis promotes Augusta as the cybersecurity capital of the nation. The $100-million, state-funded center provides cybersecurity education through Augusta University and Augusta Technical College. Key initiatives include recruitment of top scientific talent, seeding centers of excellence and commercialization of university research discoveries. P. Rasmussen, Wallace co-founded SCAD, the art school she now serves as president, more than 40 years ago. Either way, Becker is thinking big for the schools future. Georgia DOT commissioner named to Georgia Trend's Most Influential New development in Gwinnett County includes a $5-million facility for Italian refrigeration company Rivacold that will employ 140. JM, State Senator K.K. A 25-year naming-rights deal also makes the Atlanta-based financial institution a key partner in the new Braves stadium aka SunTrust Park set to open in 2017. Snyder, Randy Southerland Atlanta In 2017, the billionaire and his wife started the Chestnut Family Foundation, with a focus on improving the lives of children. Snyder, A 23-year GE veteran, Stokes was tapped to lead the companys newly formed Power Portfolio business in early 2019, overseeing GEs Steam, Power Conversion and Hitachi Nuclear businesses. On Jan. 1, he took over as head of the Georgia PSC, the agency that certifies educators in the state. Snyder, Underwood is overseeing exciting growth at Mercer: Robins Air Force Base is opening a software lab in downtown Macon, creating an employment pipeline for computer science and computer engineering students, and the newly restored Mercer Music at Capricorn recently opened as a music incubator, recording studio and performance space. Her Sara Blakely Foundation supports female entrepreneurship and education, and in 2013 she joined the Giving Pledge to donate at least half of her wealth to charity. Active in the community, he is a member of the Carter Center Board of Councilors and sits on the board of directors for Public Broadcasting of Atlanta. 2022 100 Most Influential Georgians: Steering the Ship All are tireless and passionate in pursuit of their vision for a better Georgia. DS, Chairman and CEO Individual profiles were written by Stan Awtrey, Candice Dyer, Lori Johnston, Karen Kirkpatrick, John McCurry, Tom Oder, David Shivers, Christy Simo and K.K. Georgia continues to be Hollywood East, with the film industry generating a $6-billion impact in 2015. CD, Chairman and CEO SA, President and CEO KKS, LieutenantGovernor Grady was the first hospital in Georgia to introduce BrainScope One, which can diagnose possible brain bleeds, and the system helped established the states first mobile stroke unit. In 2013, the chamber launched the Competitive EDGE program, a public-private partnership with a goal to create 7,500 new jobs, reduce unemployment to 5.5 percent and increase high school graduation by 7 percent. Cagle has long been an advocate of charter schools and career academies to change the face of education in Georgia. However, we believe this years final group represents the best qualities of leadership, power, character and influence the state has to offer. 1 industry and the $72 billion it contributes to the state economy by emphasizing the importance of sustainability and by leading a trade mission to the Panama Canal. And while it can be easy to take all this for granted, its because of many, Georgia Trends 2015 list of 100 Most Influential Georgians includes, as always, some new names and some old ones, as leadership changes and recent achievements combine with resignations, retirements, course corrections and shifts in power to shake the list up., Henry Ward Beecher must have known a thing or two about influence. Age: 73, Huckaby has gained national attention as an education change-agent because of consolidation initiatives in higher education. The airline flies more than 170 million customers a year on more than 15,000 flights daily to 316 destinations. Hookers goal is to coordinate once-separate efforts in transportation, land use, water, long-range waste planning, aging services and workforce development to address pressures expected from increases in population and seniors. Turner also led Georgias efforts to amend the presidents proposed greenhouse gas regulations so that generation from Plant Vogtle counts toward compliance with federal requirements. The group recently partnered with UGAs Russell Library to help document the contributions of Georgias Latino and Hispanic communities to Georgias political landscape. JM, Chairman and CEO,Intercontinental Exchange Mercer University B. Lee, A businessman and politician, Perdue has served as U.S. senator for Georgia since 2015. Age: 72, As presiding justice, Hines, who is known for his equability, also sits on the Judicial Council, the governing body over Georgias court system. Before joining the fed in 2017, he taught economics and real estate at the University of Southern California and served as an adviser to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developments secretary on policy and research. The facility would join locations in Gainesville, Braselton and Barrow and Lumpkin counties. Age: 56, Inducted this year into the Atlanta Hospitality Hall of Fame, Bremer represents one of the largest industries in the state, reporting annual total sales of $17.1 billion and representing more than 420,000 jobs. File Photo TIFTON Georgia. 1 in the country in graduating African-American students. Marietta Age: 58, Fanning leads one of Americas largest electricity producers with 4.5 million customers. Age: 69, Norton opposed HB 170s proposed $1-billion funding plan to redirect to state coffers money collected through local sales taxes on motor fuels. M.C. Some work behind the scenes and some wield their influence in the limelight, but every one of the 100 people youll find on the following pages have an enormous impact on the daily lives of Georgians. In 2013, Berg was named by Newsweek as one of the top 50 most influential rabbis in the U.S. - JM Gary W. Black Commissioner Georgia Department of Agriculture Commerce Age : 57 Black leads the nation's oldest state department of agriculture. TO, President and CEO Wilheit Packaging Georgia StateUniversity In October 2019, Georgia got a boost in those efforts in the form of a nearly $180-million federal grant to support literacy efforts in its K-12 public schools. The 2017 roster of the states top leaders and people making an impact on the lives and livelihoods of all Georgians. Zion Eagles - RB Kevin Berrios - Had an 80-yard touchdown run in a 33-10 region win over Christian Heritage. He has developed a reputation as an innovator since taking office in 2010 and is gaining national recognition for his work. 100 Most Influential Georgians: Visionary Forces, 2020 CS, Chairman,President and CEO On his watch, Georgias public colleges and universities have dropped from 35 to 30 and will fall to 28 with two pending consolidations. KKS, Reichert became the first mayor of Macon-Bibb Countys consolidated government in 2013 after serving as the city of Macons mayor since 2007. An early and continuing staunch supporter of President Donald Trump, Perdue serves on the Armed Services, Banking, Agriculture and Budget committees. KKS, Brewer, an internationally recognized artist better known as HENSE, has been creating abstract public art for nearly 20 years. Under his leadership, Suniva has grown to be the largest U.S. manufacturer of solar products. K. Kirkpatrick, Keel, who has led the university since 2015, has made it an engine for economic development, with a statewide impact of $2.39 billion and more than 21,000 jobs in 2018. Georgia Institute of Technology Tucker He wants to cut the debt by growing the economy. Nominations Open for 2022 Most Influential LGBTQ+ Georgians Since 2011, an estimated $100 million in new development has been invested near the Macon campus. Stelling serves on a number of boards, including the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia and the Georgia Historical Society. University System of Georgia Athens K. Kirkpatrick, Last year, Baisiwala oversaw the development of Coda, Portmans $375-million mixed-use computing center, office and retail project in Georgia Techs Tech Square, specifically designed to facilitate collaborations between researchers and industry. Vice President,General Counsel GeorgiaHouse of Representatives M.C. Georgia Senate Columbus R. Southerland, Cannon is CEO of AMB Group, parent company for Arthur Blanks for-profit businesses that include the Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United, Mercedes-Benz Stadium and the PGA TOUR Superstore. JM, Sign up to get our free news roundup, Georgia Trend Daily, in your inbox, Sign up to receive the free monthly digital edition of Georgia Trend in your inbox, 2022 100 Most Influential Georgians: Steering the Ship, 2021 Economic Yearbook: Businesses Bounce Back. Age: 63, Kent, pressured by shareholders to improve sales, has streamlined operations, pushing cost cuts of $3 billion by 2019 and taking steps to boost the companys global distribution system. A. Bonesteel, Lynch is guiding a transformative expansion at the Port of Savannah with the doubling of rail capacity and a second container port on Hutchinson Island that will add capacity for 2.5 million more 20-foot-equivalent container units (TEUs). An opponent of religious liberty legislation, Ralston believes a focus in the upcoming legislative session on issues including maternal mortality, gang violence and transportation will resonate with voters. Blakely supports women entrepreneurs through her foundation and is part owner of the Atlanta Hawks basketball team. Age: 47, Davis is Augustas 84th mayor and the first elected black mayor of Augusta-Richmond County since the city and county governments consolidated in 1996. Columbus Age: 47, Frum has strengthened the PSOs economic development partnerships across the state and implemented three strategic priorities for UGAs outreach programs, which have a $587-million impact on the state: help create jobs and prosperity, develop the states leaders and address critical state issues. He also (as Donald Glover) starred in Disneys The Lion King. He represents District 53, which includes Walker and Dade counties in Northwest Georgia. Secretary,Porsche Cars North America JM, Mayor Snyder, Former president of Tyler Perry Studios, Areu bought Perrys previous Atlanta studio and opened Areu Bros. Studios last year, the first major Latino-owned and -focused studio in the country. Gooch championed the bill empowering Georgias 41 electric membership corporations (EMCs) to offer broadband services in their communities. In 2015, he worked to approve an inland port in Chatsworth that will provide a 388-mile direct rail connection from Northwest Georgia to the port. K. Kirkpatrick, Georgia Association of Latino Elected Officials, Named one of the states 50 Most Influential Latinos by the Georgia Hispanic Chamber, Gonzalez works to realize the vision of a Georgia where the Latino community is engaged civically and its contributions and concerns are recognized. It's a remarkable assemblage of people who prepare, work hard and have contributed to making life better for Georgians. Although she will be retiring as president in August, she will continue as a public health professor to focus on issues such as the opioid crisis, access to mental health and global child health. In 2019, Navicent opened the Beverly Knight Olson Childrens Hospital to address the growing demand in the region for childrens care. Today, SPANX products, which have expanded from shape wear to include faux leather leggings and activewear, are sold in 50 countries. The 2018 GRA-supported Brunch Bill has been wildly successful, with nearly 100 municipalities across the state approving 11 a.m. Sunday restaurant alcohol sales. Age: 38, Leading the state agency tasked with providing access to the arts for Georgians, Paty has her work cut out for her. Atlanta Prior to that, she led such well-known brands as Arbys, Susan G. Komen for the Cure and Churchs Chicken. Age: 62, Since 2000, Cassidy has been president of the GRA, a nonprofit that helps Georgias universities expand research and commercial- ization capacity. He is also a proponent of last years medical cannabis oil and autism insurance bills, both of which successfully passed into law. Age: 73, A philanthropist and businessman, Jepson wields major influence in a number of areas. Age: 63, In his 2015 Institute Address, Peterson called out Techs Enterprise Innovation Institute, or EI2, Georgia Techs primary business-outreach organization that in 2014 helped 1,800 Georgia manufacturing companies increase sales by $191 million and create or save 950 jobs. LJ, A Marietta native and attorney, Tumlin is focusing on the citys future with efforts such as the Franklin Road revitalization. Allman served as chair of the Buckhead Community Improvement District for 20 years. A Republican, he was a member of the Georgia House for six years. Menear serves on the board of directors of the Retail Industry Leaders Association and the Atlanta Committee for Progress. He has said the biggest issue facing the party in 2020 is ensuring Republican voter turnout, including more immigrant and minority voters. Since its start, the lottery has funded the HOPE scholarship for more than 1.8 million students and pre-kindergarten for more than 1.4 million 4-year-olds. R. Southerland, Clark and the Alliance for Fort Gordon team set a lofty goal: Fort Gordons Cyber District will become a nationally recognized cyber center of excellence by 2020. She was a strong supporter of the heartbeat abortion bill that passed and has sponsored legislation to combat drug trafficking. Recent physical additions at the school include a $41-million student recreation facility and $91 million in additions for education, science and research. A. Bonesteel, With decades of restaurant and hospitality experience, Bremer is the voice for the more than 18,400 restaurants in Georgia that boast total sales of more than $22.9 billion and provide more than 488,000 jobs. Marietta Augusta-Richmond County The Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has called him one of the 50 Most Influential Latinos in Georgia. Nathan Deal appointed him to the Education Reform Commission to study and make recommendations about the states K-12 education system. SunTrust Banks ACCG She also announced she wouldnt seek reelection in 2020. While the publication has produced an annual listing each year, this year marks the inaugural Georgia 500, a comprehensive list of leaders in various industries from . In support of that goal, he serves on the Federal Communications Commissions Broadband Deployment Advisory Commission. Our initial list typically contains many more than 100 names, and there are always last-minute changes as a result of retirements, power shifts and late-in-the-year hirings. Cobb County Board of Commissioners Atlanta GeorgiaSupreme Court Age: 66, Hynes leads this institution of about 7,000 students, which in 2015 opened the $25-million Lakeview Discovery and Science Center. Along with the most influential, weve included a list of Notable Georgians on page 54. Jan. 4, 2022 News Georgia Trend recently named Morehouse College's President David A. Thomas, Ph.D. and alumni Milton Little '76, Nathaniel Smith '96, and U.S. He also chairs the Southern Education Foundation. Marietta programs include the C-130J Super Hercules, which in 2015 celebrated 60 years of production and rolled the 2,500th aircraft off its line. Cobb Chamber of Commerce Green - Had two TD catches in a 28-14 region win over. A robust online and social media presence aims to reach new generations of consumers. K. Kirkpatrick, Named by Gov. K.K. R. Southerland, Cathy heads up one of the countrys largest family-owned businesses the third largest restaurant chain in the country which generated more than $10 billion in 2018. Recent highlights include the planned acquisition of Interactive Data Corp., the opening of a new headquarters in Atlanta and the acquisition of SuperDerivatives while charting four consecutive quarters of double-digit earnings growth from 2014 to 2015. Georgia Ports Authority Sonny Perdue appointed him. Thanks to these efforts, Atlanta is now considered one of the top five tech entrepreneurial hubs in the country. The nonprofit also looks to the future with its GALEO Institute for Leadership, which recently graduated its 14th class of vision- aries in business and public service. Sandy Springs 2020 Most Influential Georgians List LGBTQ+ Georgians are shaping education, technology, politics, business, healthcare, culture, entertainment, service, community, and many other areas critical to advancing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment here in Georgia. Every year since 2016, Bremer has been named one of Georgia Trend Magazine's "100 Most Influential Georgians of the Year" in addition to being listed as a notable Georgian by Georgia Trend Magazine in 2013, 2014 and 2015. The 20-year effort to deepen the ports outer channel from 42 to 47 feet is in its final phase. 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