Georgia Watch

10/14/2026

Join Georgia Watch and the Georgia Financial Protection Coalition for the Financial Protection and Opportunity Summit in Atlanta on October 21.

We’ll bring together advocates, community leaders, financial institutions, policymakers, small business organizations, and other partners to discuss how we can strengthen financial protections and expand economic opportunity across Georgia.

Connect with others working toward a safer, more transparent financial marketplace for Georgia’s consumers, families, and small businesses.

Wednesday, October 21, 2026
9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. ET
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church | Atlanta, GA

Register: https://georgiawatch.org/georgia-financial-protection-and-economic-opportunity-summit-2026/

10/09/2026

Georgia Watch Executive Director Liz Coyle spoke with Kristi Swartz of Atlanta Journal-Constitution about a data breach affecting roughly 300,000 Georgia Power customers.

The breach exposed names, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, and the last four digits of Social Security numbers. Georgia Power says bank account and payment card numbers were not accessed.

“The most important thing at a time like this is transparency,” said Liz Coyle. Coyle said the utility should have alerted all customers last Friday, giving everyone the opportunity to change their online passwords and check their bank accounts and credit scores.

Read the full story:

By Kristi E. Swartz with The Atlanta Journal ConstitutionHackers hit Georgia Power’s online customer portal last week, exposing information of hundreds of thousands of customers and fueling the debate over online security in a digital

10/09/2026

Join Georgia Watch and the Georgia Financial Protection Coalition for the Georgia Financial Protection and Opportunity Summit in Atlanta.

We’ll bring together advocates, community leaders, financial institutions, policymakers, small business organizations, and other partners to discuss how we can strengthen financial protections and expand economic opportunity across Georgia.

Connect with others working toward a safer, more transparent financial marketplace for Georgia’s consumers, families, and small businesses.

Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. ET
Location: St. Luke’s Episcopal Church | Atlanta, GA

Register here: https://georgiawatch.org/georgia-financial-protection-and-economic-opportunity-summit-2026/

10/09/2026

The Rome News-Tribune highlighted Senator Chuck Hufstetler’s recognition as Georgia Watch’s 2026 All-Star Consumer Champion.

The story spotlights his longstanding commitment to consumer protection, including efforts to shield households from data center energy costs and protect patients from unaffordable medical bills.

Read the full story:

By The Rome News-TribuneGeorgia Watch named state Sen. Chuck Hufstetler, R-Rome, its “All-Star Consumer Champion” at its annual awards ceremony.The nonprofit advocacy organization works to inform and protect Georgia consumers on matters that significantly affect

10/01/2026

We’re just a few hours away from the 2026 Consumer Champion Awards!

Before the celebration begins, we want to thank the generous sponsors who helped make tonight possible. Your support strengthens Georgia Watch’s work to protect and inform consumers and advocate for a more equitable Georgia.

We’re grateful to have you standing with us—and we look forward to celebrating with you tonight!

Georgia Civil Justice Foundation | The Linley Jones Firm, PC | Americans for Financial Reform | Education Fund | Center for Responsible Lending | Cannella Snyder LLC | Hilley & Frieder, P.C. | Warshauer Woodward Atkins | The Fulton-DeKalb Hospital Authority | The Harris Law Firm | AARP Foundation Georgia | Maura Georgia, MD | Georgians for a Healthy Future | GEORGIA PUBLIC INTEREST RESEARCH GROUP INC | Speed & King, LLC | Malone Law | Penn Law Group | Benzo Law, LLC

10/01/2026

Today is the day!

Tonight, we’ll gather for Georgia Watch’s 2026 Consumer Champion Awards and raise a glass to six outstanding champions:

Senator Chuck Hufstetler — All-Star Consumer Champion
Senator Kay Kirkpatrick — Champion for Healthcare Coverage
Representative Darlene Taylor — Champion for Community Health
Georgia Department of Banking and Finance and Commissioner Oscar "Bo" Fears III — Champion for Financial Protection
Attorney Linley Jones — Champion for Civil Justice
Cassenda Nelson — Champion for Community Advocacy

We’re proud to celebrate their leadership and dedication to protecting consumers, strengthening communities and helping build a more equitable Georgia for all.

09/30/2026

We are just one day away from our 2026 Consumer Champion Awards! Tickets are still available. We hope to see you there!

Thursday, October 1, 2026
6:30–8:30 p.m.
Bold Monk Brewing Company in Atlanta, GA

Get tickets here:

Join us in celebrating Georgia Watch's 2026 Consumer Champions! Since 2014, Georgia Watch has honored outstanding individuals fighting to protect healthcare access, strengthen financial protection, and advocate for the everyday issues that directly impact the

09/28/2026

This Thursday is Georgia Watch’s 2026 Consumer Champion Awards Celebration!

We’re excited to gather at Bold Monk Brewing Co., a warm and eclectic space that brings classic European style into the modern world. With its restaurant, brewery, bookstore, coffee shop, and b**r garden, it’s the perfect place to come together and celebrate this year’s Consumer Champions.

Thursday, October 1, 2026
6:30–8:30 p.m.
Bold Monk Brewing Company, Atlanta

Tickets are still available:

Join us in celebrating Georgia Watch's 2026 Consumer Champions! Since 2014, Georgia Watch has honored outstanding individuals fighting to protect healthcare access, strengthen financial protection, and advocate for the everyday issues that directly impact the

09/24/2026

We’re just one week away from Georgia Watch’s 2026 Consumer Champion Awards Celebration!

Join us as we celebrate six outstanding leaders working to protect and improve consumers' lives across Georgia.

Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Location: Bold Monk Brewing Company, Atlanta

There’s still time to get your ticket: https://georgiawatch.org/annual-consumer-champions-awards-2026/

09/21/2026

Less than two weeks to go!

On October 1, Georgia Watch will bring together consumer advocates, community leaders, and supporters to celebrate six outstanding Consumer Champions who are helping make Georgia a safer, healthier, and more equitable place for consumers.

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate their impact and connect with others committed to protecting Georgians.

Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Location: Bold Monk Brewing Company in Atlanta, GA

Get your tickets today:

Join us in celebrating Georgia Watch's 2026 Consumer Champions! Since 2014, Georgia Watch has honored outstanding individuals fighting to protect healthcare access, strengthen financial protection, and advocate for the everyday issues that directly impact the