Atlanta Gas Light was recently recognized with the 2026 Corporate Champion of the Year Award by the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GHCC) at its 38th Annual Black Tie Business Awards & Gala. The award honors companies that demonstrate leadership in community investment, workforce development and expanding economic opportunity across Georgia.
During the program, the Chamber highlighted Atlanta Gas Light's long history of supporting the communities where its employees live, work and serve.
Accepting the award on behalf of the company, Javier E. Montalvo, vice president of Human Resources for Atlanta Gas Light, expressed appreciation for the recognition. "We are honored to receive this recognition from the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce," Montalvo said. "At Atlanta Gas Light, our dedication to our communities and customers extends far beyond providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy. For 170 years, our employees have delivered operational excellence while giving their time, talents and resources to strengthen neighborhoods across Georgia."
With more than 700 community leaders representing a variety of industries in attendance, the event also highlighted the strong collaboration between Atlanta Gas Light and the GHCC.
Together with organizations like the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Atlanta Gas Light and its employees have strengthened communities and inspired future leaders across Georgia for 170 years and counting.