GATEWAY TO GROWTH Graduation Program

CITY OF ATLANTA

55 TRINITY AVE, S.W. ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30303-0300 TEL (404) 330-6100

Andre Dickens MAYOR

May 9, 2025

Dear Graduates: As the 61 st Mayor of Atlanta, I proudly congratulate you on successfully completing the Gateway to Growth, ATL Concessions Small Business Program ! Supporting small businesses like yours is a group project – one that strengthens our communities and fuels inclusive and equitable growth. Your commitment to this program reflects the power of collaboration, resilience, and a drive to uplift one another – values that define our great city. The ATL Concessions Small Business Program is a dynamic example of what’s possible when we all work together. From our dedicated team at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to the City of Atlanta’s Department of Procurement, the Mayor’s Office of Contract Compliance, and our many partners – this achievement is the result of a shared vision to create opportunities for Atlanta’s small businesses to thrive. Bolstering small businesses is embedded in our city’s DNA, and you are now part of that legacy. With major events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 NFL Super Bowl on the horizon, the future is brighter than ever for entrepreneurs like you. These global moments will be shaped not just by Atlanta’s world-class sports and entertainment industries, but also by the local businesses that make Atlanta one of the most influential cities in the world. This is your time, and we’re honored to support you every step of the way. Thank you for your hard work, partnership, and belief in what’s possible. Congratulations, and let’s keep Moving Atlanta Forward , together.

Sincerely,

Mayor Andre Dickens

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