About The Event

The 2nd Annual State of the Development Authority of Clayton County (SODACC), taking place Friday, May 1. 2026, offers a powerful platform for business leaders, developers, and policy makers to explore the major economic forces shaping Clayton County’s future. Following a landmark year of business attraction, industry expansion, airport area investment, and strategic workforce innovation, SODACC continues to emerge as one of the South Metro region’s most influential economic development gatherings.

Drawing stakeholders from across Clayton, Fulton, Fayette, Henry, and the broader metro area, SODACC highlights key priorities including commercial growth momentum, advanced manufacturing, small business expansion, technology integration, and regional competitiveness. Attendees will gain actionable insights into development trends, new project announcements, and the county’s forward focused plans to strengthen infrastructure, accelerate business investment, and expand opportunity across every community.

Sponsoring SODACC provides organizations with direct access to hundreds of decision makers shaping Clayton County’s economic landscape, elected officials, corporate leaders, developers, educators, and regional partners. The event reinforces the county’s commitment to sustainable growth, job creation, and strategic economic progress, offering sponsors and attendees the ability to elevate visibility, build meaningful relationships, and engage with one of Georgia’s fastest rising development markets.

With a unified vision, collaboration, and major projects already underway, the 2nd Annual State of the Development Authority promises to be a defining event for anyone invested in innovation, community advancement, and Clayton County’s next decade of growth.