Invest Atlanta comprises more than 70 professionals who have made it their life’s work to help others find success. With a commitment to equity and a passion for what’s possible, the Invest Atlanta team is building a city where everyone, in every community, can flourish.
Highlights
2,804: Clients served
81: Webinars hosted
58.6/Excellent: Net Promoter Score for Customer Service
Invest Atlanta CEO Recognized for Excellence
In 2023, Dr. Eloisa Klementich was honored with three prestigious awards. Georgia Trend Magazine named her among the “100 Influential Georgians for 2024” for her work transforming economic development in the city of Atlanta. Titan CEO recognized Klementich on its “2024 Georgia Titan 100” list, which highlights the state’s most accomplished business leaders who demonstrate exceptional leadership, vision and passion. She also received a “Woman of the Year” award presented by Women in Leadership.
Award-Winning Projects
The Urban Land Institute (ULI) honored two Invest Atlanta-supported projects during its 27th Awards of Excellence ceremony. The Kendeda Tree House, built on what was once an industrial brownfield and serves as Trees Atlanta’s headquarters, was recognized for Excellence of Mission Advancement. Marchon, a transit-oriented, community-centered apartment complex that includes retail space, outdoor amenities and affordable workforce housing, was honored in the Multifamily Residential Development category.
Top Honors
Invest Atlanta won the PACESetter Award for Innovative Deals of the Year at the 2023 PACENation Summit.
The Invest Atlanta 2022 Annual Report won the Phoenix Award at the 2023 Public Relations Society of America – Georgia Chapter’s 2023 Phoenix Awards.
With a culture that promotes professional development and pathways to growth, possibilities abound within the walls of Invest Atlanta.
Dawn Arnold, executive vice president and chief operating officer, joined Invest Atlanta her sophomore year at Spelman College as an intern with the Urban Residential Finance Authority.
“I was raised by a single mother and have overcome many obstacles. I firmly believe that to whom much is given, much is required. As a passionate, self-determined leader who has worked at Invest Atlanta for nearly 30 years, housed more than 30,000 homeless and low-income families, deployed billions of dollars in public and private capital, and volunteered countless hours to support, educate and inspire others, I am walking in God’s truth for my life as a humanitarian and servant leader.
“It’s an indescribable feeling when someone stops you at the grocery store, hugs you and thanks you for not only helping her and her children find housing when they were once homeless but now assisting them in purchasing her first home. It’s ALL that matters.”
Dorothy Williams, chief people officer, joined Invest Atlanta 13 years ago to make a difference in people’s lives.
“I joined Invest Atlanta in a role that I was overqualified for, but worked hard and trusted the process. My responsibilities continued to grow and transform until I eventually became chief people officer. I’m a true Atlanta native and am so proud to be part of a team of brilliant professionals who touch this city in so many positive ways.”
the legacy of a champion
The Atlanta City Council honored Invest Atlanta’s Director of Small Business Development Lonnie Saboor with an official city proclamation, recognizing his contributions to Atlanta’s business community over his 44-year career. Throughout his career, Mr. Lonnie has impacted over 700 small businesses, representing more than $500 million in public and private funds that resulted in the creation of more than 7,000 jobs.
Financial Highlights
Exemplary financial stewardship is a commitment Invest Atlanta makes to all those we serve.
