The Council for Quality Growth, in partnership with Henry County, will host the 2026 State of Henry County Address on April 2, 2026 at 8:00 AM Stockbridge Community Church. This year’s breakfast is presented by Geosam Capital Group, Piedmont Henry Hospital, and Truist and will feature an annual address from the Chairwoman of Henry County’s Board of Commissioners, Carlotta Harrell. Over 400 Council and Chamber members, elected officials, businesses, residents, county staff, and partners of Henry County are expected to attend the event.

The Council’s State of Henry County annually convenes the county’s business community with its local government bodies, as well as with other local leaders from across the region. Chairwoman Harrell will deliver her 6^th State of Henry County address to present achievements and projects from the last year, as well as an outlook for what’s ahead in 2026.

The Council for Quality Growth partners with Henry County and its local municipalities year-round to advocate for our members doing business in the area. “Under Chairwoman Carlotta Harrell’s forward-thinking leadership, Henry County continues to see transformative projects come to life,” said Michael Paris, President & CEO of the Council. “The Council is proud to support the county’s growth and looks forward to seeing the exciting developments ahead.” Gerald McDowell, 2026 Council Chair and Executive Director of the ATL Airport CIDs, added, “Henry County’s commitment to thoughtful development and strategic planning is creating opportunities for both businesses and residents alike. We are excited to continue collaborating with local leaders to advance these efforts.”

The State of Henry will also feature presenting sponsor remarks from Patrick Brooks, Vice President of Geosam Capital Group, David Kent, CEO of Piedmont Henry Hospital, and Fadzai Konteh, Senior Vice President of Hospitals, Higher Education, & Government, at Truist. Attendees will also hear from Mike Alexander, Chief Operating Officer at the Atlanta Regional Commission, who will deliver an update on behalf of the Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District, and Chief Judge Holly Veal of the Superior Court of Henry County.

Press are invited to attend with prior registration. RSVP to Anna Frances Gardner at [email protected].

2026 State of Henry County

• Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026
• Time: 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Program begins at 9:00 AM.
• Location: Stockbridge Community Church, Stockbridge, GA
• Featured Speakers:
• Mike Alexander, Chief Operating Officer, ARC
• Patrick Brooks, Vice President, Geosam Capital Group
• Chairwoman Carlotta Harrell, Henry County Board of Commissioners
• David Kent, CEO, Piedmont Henry Hospital
• Fadzai Konteh, Senior Vice President, Hospitals, Higher Education, & Government, Truist
• Gerald McDowell, Chairman, Council for Quality Growth & Executive Director, ATL Airport CIDs
• Michael Paris, President & CEO, Council for Quality Growth
• Chief Judge Holly Veal, Superior Court of Henry County