Thurday, the Georgia Chamber’s Center for Rural Prosperity hosted its third annual Rural Day at the Capitol, featuring guest speakers from communities across rural Georgia.  

Attendees engaged with members of the Georgia General Assembly’s Rural Caucus and heard insights from state leaders, including Commissioner of Agriculture Tyler Harper; Tim Lowrimore, President and CEO of the Georgia Forestry Association; Rachel Kinsaul, the 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year from Morgan County High School; Bryan Williams, Chief Credit Officer at Farmers and Merchants Bank; and Jason Dunn, Executive Director of the Fitzgerald and Ben Hill County Development Authority.

Tiffany Holmes, Deputy Director of the Georgia Chamber Foundation, said:  
“Rural Day at the Capitol gives rural communities a voice in the policy process. It’s an opportunity to share real experiences and strengthen understanding between community leaders and state decision-makers.”

Panel discussions in the morning examined key priorities in agriculture, education, and workforce development that directly impact rural communities across the state. The event reinforced the Georgia Chamber’s commitment to advancing policy solutions that strengthen rural economies and expand opportunity in every corner of Georgia.

To learn more about the Center for Rural Prosperity and its efforts to ensure the success of rural Georgia, visit gachamber.com.