GHCC Annual Legislative Breakfast + (NEW) Statewide Candidate Meet & Greet

The Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GHCC) proudly presents its Annual Legislative Breakfast & New Statewide Candidate Meet & Greet, the official launch of GHCC’s annual legislative and civic engagement series.

Taking place during Georgia’s active legislative session (January–March), this timely convening creates a critical forum for dialogue between Georgia’s business community, elected officials, and candidates seeking statewide office at a moment when key policy decisions impacting businesses, workforce, and economic development are being shaped.

This signature event brings together business leaders, entrepreneurs, corporate partners, and community stakeholders alongside public servants for open, respectful, and nonpartisan dialogue. GHCC remains committed to elevating conversations centered on economic growth, workforce development, and small business prosperity—priorities that are especially important during the legislative session.

The morning begins with the Legislative Breakfast, featuring insights from GHCC leadership and invited state leaders, followed by a Statewide Candidate Meet & Greet ( Governor, Lt. Governor, Secretary of State), offering meaningful opportunities for engagement, relationship-building, and direct dialogue. The program concludes with an optional State Capitol Visit, reinforcing the importance of civic participation and business advocacy during the legislative session.

Why This Event Matters

• Launches GHCC’s annual legislative and public policy agenda at the start of Georgia’s legislative session (January–March).
• Provides direct access between business leaders, elected officials, and statewide candidates during a critical policymaking window.
• Elevates the priorities of Hispanic-owned businesses and entrepreneurs when legislation impacting the economy is actively considered.
• Promotes inclusive, nonpartisan civic engagement.
• Strengthens relationships between the business community and public servants.

Event Details

Date: February 17, 2026

Location: Georgia Freight Depot

Attire: Business / Business Formal

Program Schedule:

• Legislative Breakfast: 7:00 AM – 9:30 AM
• Statewide Candidate Meet & Greet: 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM ( included in your Legislative Breakfast Ticket)
• State Capitol Visit: 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM

7:00 – 9:30 AM | Legislative Breakfast

• Networking and breakfast
• Welcome and remarks from GHCC leadership
• Overview of GHCC’s legislative priorities and economic impact for the 2026 legislative session

Invited Guests:

• Governor Brian P. Kemp
• Lt. Governor Burt Jones (Confirmed)
• Speaker of the House Jon Burns (Confirmed)
• Commissioner Barbara Rivera Holmes (Confirmed)
• Commissioner John King (Confirmed)
• Rep. Maria Ann Santos (Confirmed)
• Additional state and legislative leaders

9:30 – 10:45 AM | Statewide Candidate Meet & Greet (Running for Governor, LT. Governor, Secretary of State) 

• Informal engagement between candidates and GHCC members
• Opportunity for direct conversation, questions, and relationship-building
• This is available with your Legislative Breakfast ticket

10:45 AM – 12:00 PM | State Capitol Visit

• Guided visit highlighting the role of advocacy and civic participation during the legislative session
• Opportunity to connect business priorities with the legislative process

Who Should Attend

• GHCC members and business leaders
• Entrepreneurs and small business owners
• Corporate, civic, and community partners
• Statewide candidates & Legislators
• Economic development and policy stakeholders

Candidate Participation

GHCC has extended invitations to all declared statewide candidates to ensure an inclusive and balanced Meet & Greet.

Candidates are invited to participate in:

• Statewide Candidate Meet & Greet (9:30 – 10:45 AM)

Contact the GHCC team for information registration, attendance, sponsorships - sponsorships@ghcc.org or info@ghcc.org : Subject: Legislative Breakfast

Registration & Sponsorship deadline: Friday, February 6th.

Sponsors