Built for businesses across Georgia, membership with the Georgia Business Council is designed to help companies connect, grow and compete in today’s evolving marketplace. Through strategic connections, business development opportunities, leadership engagement and access to a statewide network of corporate and small business leaders, membership provides the relationships and resources businesses need to strengthen their position and prepare for long-term success.
Whether you are looking to expand your network, increase visibility, build partnerships or stay connected to opportunities shaping Georgia’s business community, GBC membership was created with growth in mind.
Find out more about membership and how to become part of the GBC network.
| Feature | Emerging | Growth | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bi-Annual Dues | $400 | $600 | $800 |
| Revenue Range | Up to $1M | $1M–$50M | $50M+ |
| Business Growth Workshops | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| SBIC Networking Circles | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Member Directory Listing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Supplier Business Coaching | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Annual Supplier Roundtables | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| InProcure Supplier Marketplace | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Supplier Spotlight Opportunities | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Access to Capital Programs | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| “Get Verified” Program | $50 Access | Included | Included |
| Complimentary Event Tickets | — | 2 Included | 2 Included |
| Sponsorship Opportunities | — | — | ✓ |
| Small Business Development Resources | — | — | ✓ |
| Community | Support | Visibility | Advocacy | Growth |
| Connect with business owners and leaders across Georgia. | Access tools and resources to help your business grow sustainably. | Increase exposure for your business with partners and decision-makers. | Stay connected to conversations shaping Georgia’s business environment. | Learn from experts, mentors and peers committed to your success. |
The Georgia Business Council is now offering Business Verification, a strategic tool designed to help small businesses strengthen credibility, increase visibility and position themselves for opportunities across Georgia and beyond. Verification demonstrates that a business has completed a formal review process related to ownership, operations and business readiness, helping establish trust with corporations, public agencies and strategic partners.
For small businesses, verification creates access to a broader business ecosystem that includes corporate partners, educational resources, networking opportunities and supplier engagement initiatives designed to help companies grow and compete. Verified businesses are better positioned to build relationships, gain exposure to procurement opportunities and connect with organizations seeking qualified suppliers.
Corporate partners increasingly look for verified businesses because verification offers an added level of confidence in the sourcing and procurement process. It helps identify companies that are legitimate, operationally prepared and committed to professional standards. Working with verified suppliers can help corporations strengthen supply chains, improve responsiveness and connect with businesses that are ready to meet evolving business needs.
In today’s competitive environment, verification helps businesses enhance credibility, expand access to opportunity and become part of a statewide network focused on business growth, supplier readiness and long-term economic impact.
Business Verification helps demonstrate that your company is operational, credible and prepared to engage with corporations, government agencies and strategic partners. Verified businesses gain greater visibility within the GBC network and are better positioned to access supplier opportunities, business development resources and strategic connections.
Documents to Submit
Businesses should be prepared to provide the following documentation during the verification process:
Additional documentation may be requested depending on the business structure and industry.