Smyrna Citizen of the Year to be Announced on Nov. 19

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Thursday, November 12th, 2026

Join the Cobb Chamber for the next Smyrna Area Council on Nov. 19, featuring Bridges Holmes, Founder and Chief Advisor of Moray Advisors. Holmes will explore the importance of trust, connection, and community engagement through the new Smyrna Connectsinitiative.

Drawing on his 28 years of experience in leadership development and organizational culture, Holmes will discuss how thoughtful dialogue, diverse perspectives, and stronger relationships can help create a more connected community. He will also share insight into the role of the Smyrna Connects Action Committee and its efforts to bring resident voices directly into conversations with city leadership.

Additionally, the 2026 Smyrna Citizen of the Year will be announced at this event.

Registration is open at https://tinyurl.com/bddxhsef. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. at Brawner Hall. Tickets are $35 for Cobb Chamber members and $45 for general admission. Walk-up admissions and payment cannot be granted.

The event is sponsored by Series Presenting Sponsor, Kaiser Permanente, Program Sponsor, Barrow Wrecker Service, Networking Sponsor, CROFT & Associates, and Citizen of the Year Award Sponsor, Capital City Bank.

For more information on Area Councils, contact Katie Guice at 770-859-2334 or[email protected].