60 | M A C O N M A G A Z I N E A P R I L / M A Y 2 0 1 7
1,046
Members Representing
53,182
Employees
2016
January
■ Leadership Macon Class of 2016 kicks off the
year with a two-day retreat. Forty-five community
leaders embark on the annual program focused on
community and leadership development.
■ Yulista Aviation, Inc. announces plans to open
21,000 square foot hanger at Middle Georgia
Regional Airport adding 50 new jobs.
February
■ Annual State of the Community Luncheon
features Mayor Robert Reichert addressing 300
business leaders, highlighting the progress of the
historic consolidation of Macon and Bibb County
and plans for the upcoming year.
■ Chamber's Board and other community leaders
host Macon-Bibb Legislative Delegation for
dinner to discuss topics of importance to Macon's
business community relevant to the 2016 General
Assembly in-progress.
■ "A Taste of Macon-Bibb" held at the historic
Freight Depot in downtown Atlanta highlighting
Macon's southern hospitality and charm. Over 900
of Georgia's General Assembly, State Department
Heads and other state officials are treated to
delicious food from 10 of Macon's fabulous local
restaurants and caterers.
■ The Chamber hosts the 55th Annual STAR
Student Banquet where the best and brightest
students from Bibb County's thirteen high schools
are recognized.
A Picture Perfect Year
