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AT&T Honored for Unwavering Commitment to Connecting Georgians to Greater Possibility

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goBeyondProfit recognizes AT&T for its role in connecting Georgians across the state to the resources they need to thrive.

goBeyondProfit, a first-of-its-kind business leader initiative that inspires business generosity, today announced AT&T Georgia as the recipient of the 2025 goBeyondProfit Champion Award. AT&T was nominated and selected by fellow Georgia business leaders for its commitment to connecting Georgians to greater possibility, demonstrating that purpose and profit are intrinsically linked.

The award recognizes AT&T’s work across Georgia, showcasing how the company’s core mission of connectivity extends far beyond its bottom line to support communities when they need it most.

“At AT&T, we wake up every day with the goal of connecting more Georgians to greater possibility,” said Riley Blount, president of AT&T Georgia. “Whether we are in the field restoring networks after storms, volunteering in the community to empower our neighbors or discovering innovative solutions, my colleagues and I are focused on making a meaningful difference in the lives of Georgians. When Georgians thrive, companies thrive. Going beyond profit is simply good business.”

AT&T’s commitment to connectivity can be seen in many ways:

  • Disaster Response: Through FirstNet®, built with AT&T and the AT&T Network Disaster Recovery program, AT&T helps keep communities and first responders connected during natural disasters and emergency situations, providing a true lifeline when it is needed most.
  • Closing the Digital Divide: AT&T is helping close the digital divide in Georgia by collaborating with local nonprofit organizations to open AT&T Connected Learning Centers, distribute laptops and provide digital skills training – empowering Georgians by providing access to high-speed internet and opportunity, affordable options and digital training that supports technology adoption.
  • Visible Leadership and Employee Action: From AT&T’s collaborations with local non-profits in communities across Georgia, to its ‘Acts of Kindness’ program that allows AT&T’s in-home experts to request corporate support for customers in need to the company’s providing a paid day off for community service, AT&T employees are empowered to volunteer, support customers and apply their expertise and compassion to uplift neighbors.

“A goBeyondProfit Champion weaves generosity into the fabric of their business strategy,” said Megan McCamey, President of goBeyondProfit. “AT&T’s work in Georgia—from equipping thousands of Georgia students and families with laptops to restoring communication in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene—is a powerful example of a business not just providing a service but truly acting as a partner to the community.”

In our conversation with Riley Blount, we explore AT&T’s mission to connect more Georgians to greater possibility. See the full interview here: www.gobeyondprofit.org/champion

Past goBeyondProfit Champion award winners include Gas South, Creature Comforts Brewing, H.J. Russell & Company, Aflac, W&A Engineering, Cox Enterprises, Herschend Enterprises, Chick-fil-A, Signature FD, Vector Global Logistics, Goodr, Sunnyland Farms, Colony Bank, fab’rik, Parker’s Kitchen, and Dentons.

About goBeyondProfit

goBeyondProfit is a statewide alliance of more 2,200+ business leaders who pledge to operate generously and improve lives. To submit a nomination for future goBeyondProfit Champions, visit the goBeyondProfit website.

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“At AT&T, we wake up every day with the goal of connecting more Georgians to greater possibility,” said Riley Blount, president of AT&T Georgia.

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