Georgia Economic Outlook

Luncheon Series
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Join business and community leaders across the state at the 2027 Georgia Economic Outlook — Georgia’s premier event for trusted economic forecasting and forward-looking strategy.

Hosted by the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business, this annual series — now in its 44th year — features the latest research-driven insights from the Selig Center for Economic Growth. UGA economist Jeff Humphreys authors the state, national and local economic forecasts for all corners of Georgia. This year’s forecast will be presented with expert commentary from economist and Terry College of Business Dean Santanu Chatterjee.

Whether you’re a business owner, policymaker, or nonprofit leader, this is your chance to connect over lunch, engage with cutting-edge analysis, and equip yourself with the knowledge you need to navigate 2027 with confidence.

Contact J. Merritt Melancon, economicoutlook@uga.edu, 706-542-7907, for more information or join the conversation on LinkedIn.

2027 Georgia Economic Outlook Series

Choose your city for more event details and registration.

Friday, December 4, 2026
Marriott Marquis Atlanta, Georgia

Savannah*

Thursday, January 7, 2027
Savannah Convention Center

*Hosted externally by the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce

Wednesday, January 20, 2027
Jekyll Island Convention Center

Wednesday, January 27, 2027
Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center

Thursday, January 28, 2027
Macon Centreplex

Monday, February 1, 2027
Albany State University

Tuesday, February 2, 2027
Columbus State University

Wednesday, February 10, 2027
The Classic Center

UGA Employees

UGA employees attending any of the Economic Outlook events should register using the internal registration form rather than the public options above.

2026 Georgia Economic Outlook report cover

Digital Forecast Report Included

Access a free digital copy of the full economic forecast featuring a national outlook, Georgia outlook , and prospects for the metropolitan statistical areas of:

  • Atlanta
  • Albany
  • Athens
  • Augusta
  • Brunswick
  • Columbus
  • Dalton
  • Gainesville
  • Hinesville
  • Macon
  • Rome
  • Savannah
  • Valdosta
  • Warner Robins

2027 Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

The Classic Center logo
Georgia Power logo
Georgia Realtors logo
Pinnacle Financial Partners logo

Silver Sponsors

CIBC logo
Georgia Ports Authority logo
Jackson EMC logo
MEAG Power logo

Bronze Sponsors

RW Allen logo
Cherry Street Energy logo
Grahl Construction logo
Kevin Price Construction logo
Atlanta Gas Light logo
Elwood & Goetz logo
Thirteenth Colony Distilleries logo

Media Sponsors

The Atlanta Journal Constitution logo
Georgia Association of Broadcasters logo
Georgia CEO logo
Georgia Trend logo
Lamar logo