Join SelectCobb for Tariffs Decoded: What Policy Shifts Mean for Your Bottom Line, a briefing for Cobb County business owners with experts from the Metro Atlanta Chamber, Parker Poe, and Sun-Wa Technos America.
Tariffs are changing fast, and for small businesses that means real effects on costs, pricing, supply chains, and planning. Is your business ready?
Featured speakers include:
- Dr. Jerry Parrish, Chief Economist, Metro Atlanta Chamber
- Parisa Salehi, Partner, Parker Poe
- Christian Zeigler, Sales Representative, Sun-Wa Technos America
Dr. Jerry Parrish is the Chief Economist at the Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC). He leads the MAC Economic Research team, which is responsible for providing accurate data to MAC’s Economic Development team and its partners. Dr. Parrish consistently delves into the economic trends of metro Atlanta and the state at large, maintaining a keen focus on regional and statewide economic dynamics.
Parisa Salehi offers more than 20 years of insight into how clients can navigate complex compliance and investigative challenges, including evolving international trade regulations and high-stakes government enforcement actions. A former Inspector General of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM), Salehi advises and defends businesses, their boards, and executives in cross-border investigations and compliance issues both at home and abroad. She helps clients understand regulator expectations, manage exposure, and maintain credibility with oversight bodies, enforcement authorities, and key stakeholders.
Christian Zeigler began his career in Japan through the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program, where he taught English to K–12 students. His experience living and working in Japan helped develop his adaptability, cross-cultural communication skills, and global perspective. He brings a global perspective to helping businesses navigate international technology, manufacturing, and supply-chain opportunities. Through his work at Sun-Wa Technos America, Zeigler operates at the intersection of global innovation and U.S. industry, supporting customers across manufacturing, automotive, semiconductors, and energy.
Registration is open at https://tinyurl.com/wvkr8mpt. The event begins at 8:30 a.m. at the Cobb Chamber. Thank you to our sponsor, The Manely Firm, P.C.
For more information on the event, contact Amanda Blanton at 770-859-2336 or ablanton@cobbchamber.org.
About the Cobb Chamber
At the Cobb Chamber, we believe in the power of ambition. Through our wealth of programming and partnerships, we unite the region’s most innovative, informed, and determined people so that they can achieve more. And through our advocacy and initiatives, we ensure that our county is a healthy place to do business. While our members span industry, background, and experience, we share a common desire: to see Cobb County flourish. For more information, visit www.cobbchamber.org.
About SelectCobb
Devoted to fostering strong economic development in Cobb County, SelectCobb is a partnership that works to attract top-tier enterprises and talent. With our county’s impressive array of competitive advantages to support growth — a world-class workforce, a healthy business climate, and an enviable location — we’re excited to welcome even more of the world’s trailblazers and industry leaders. Because when more businesses select Cobb, we bring investment, opportunity, and jobs home.