As an organization focused on advancing economic growth and regional prosperity, the Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC) announced today that Kristi Brigman will step into the role of Chief Economic Development Officer.

In her new role, Brigman will lead the team that drives the Chamber’s economic development strategy, ecosystem development, global commerce, and business recruitment. Her background in state economic development and tax consulting means she will bring valuable insights to this vital leadership position at the Chamber. 

“Kristi brings balanced experience and innovative leadership to this team,” said Katie Kirkpatrick, president and CEO, Metro Atlanta Chamber. “With a career that spans the legal, private, and public sectors, she brings a state-wide perspective that is vital to our work across the metro Atlanta region. She joins an adept Economic Development team that is dynamic and experienced, which positions us for continued economic success in metro Atlanta.” 

Brigman will step into the role vacated by David Hartnett, a former biotech and pharmaceutical business leader who retired after 18 years with the Metro Atlanta Chamber. 

She comes to MAC from the Georgia Department of Economic Development where she served as Deputy Commissioner for Global Commerce, leading the team responsible for attracting job and investment growth across the state of Georgia through both new business recruitment and business expansion. Prior to joining the Department, Brigman worked in the State and Local Tax practice of KPMG LLP in Atlanta.

Brigman holds both a Juris Doctor and a Master’s in Accounting from the University of Georgia. Originally from Rome, Georgia, she lives in Atlanta with her husband and three children.