
“Backed by ATL” initiative helping Atlanta-based start-ups accelerate their growth
Talk about impact. According to this article, the Metro Atlanta Chamber’s two-year old “Backed by ATL Program” has helped the 15 participating companies raise more than $1 billion and create more than 3,000 jobs. The initiative designed to support and accelerate scaling-stage start-ups just announced its third cohort of five companies. After being selected, the companies receive a customized acceleration plan based on the start-up’s growth strategies.