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Real Americans, Real Stories
Why We Fight for Georgia
"CFFE believes that independent businesses are the backbone of Georgia's local economies, and that policies shaping the business climate also shape the lives of employees, families, and communities across the Peach State. Ensuring that Georgians who support free enterprise are registered and prepared to vote in every election is a core part of CFFE's work."
Bethany Marsden
CFFE Georgia State Director | Atlanta, GA
"CFFE gives small business owners a voice and fights for policies that strengthen local economies and protect the opportunities entrepreneurs depend on."
Mark Sanker
Hamco Sports | Dallas, GA
"Citizens for Free Enterprise… advocates for commonsense policies that strengthen our local economy. Supporting CFFE means supporting entrepreneurs who keep our communities strong."
John Szarzewski
HEW Fitness | Woodstock, GA
Our Mission
The Single Most Powerful Engine of Prosperity
Citizens for Free Enterprise stands at the center of the fight for continued American prosperity. We promote free enterprise, so all Americans understand the role it has in creating a dynamic economy and people's ability to climb the income ladder.
With the help of principled lawmakers and people like you, we can safeguard for everyone an economic system that provides equality of opportunity for all who seek a happier, more financially secure life. Citizens for Free Enterprise exists to act against threats to economic freedom and to tell the story of free enterprise's importance in achieving the American Dream.
Our Work
What We Do
Promote Free Enterprise
America's free enterprise system has helped deliver incredible opportunities and extraordinary prosperity across our country's 250-year history. Now more than ever, we need to ensure that the next generation continues to enjoy this unique system that helped build America's success.
Fight Bureaucratic Overreach
From statehouses to city councils and beyond, we work to deliver the latest information on how red tape is hindering job creators from growing and expanding. From traditional media to your inbox and more, we're delivering the latest news to ensure you stay on top of how public policy impacts your business and day-to-day life.
Pushing Back on Socialist Policies
As socialism surges in major cities, we're working to push back on the big government policies that are on the rise around the country. Socialism has failed every time it's tried, and we're here to help protect your future and to stop its spread around the country.
Our People
Georgia Team
Bethany Marsden
Georgia State Director
Jack Stanley
Deputy Georgia State Director
Mark Hubbard
Policy Director
Caitlin Brown
State Communications Manager
Marissa Puckett
UGA Campus Coordinator
Patrick Kielly
Grassroots Engagement Director, Gwinnett
Wade Miller
Grassroots Engagement Director, Northeast Georgia Region
Barrett Tipton
Grassroots Engagement Director, Middle Georgia Region
Jacob Witzigreuter
Grassroots Engagement Director, West Georgia Region
Jake Brehm
Grassroots Engagement Director, Southwest Georgia Region
Walker Owens
Grassroots Engagement Director, Southeast Georgia
Daniel Shaver
Grassroots Engagement Director, Northwest Georgia Region
Kierlee Shaver
Community Engagement Coordinator
Mekai Richardson
Grassroots Engagement Director, North Atlanta
Diane Jackson
Grassroots Engagement Director, Cobb Region
Latest News from Georgia
Socialists Take Control of Four Major U.S. Cities, Trump Coins it as a ‘Disaster’
Democratic Socialism made significant gains following November’s midterm election.
Nebraska Sen. Ricketts Calls for Action Following Allegations Over Alleged NVIDIA Chip Transfers to China
Following the information release regarding Jensen Huang’s affair with an alleged Chinese spy, Alice Huang, government officials and advisors have expressed concerns about the NVIDIA CEO.
Fed Signals December Interest Rate Hike as Inflation Cools
Despite inflation cooling from September rates, prices rose 0.4% in October, driven mainly by energy and food prices, which remain elevated because of the war in Iran.
Georgia Democrats Take Control of Key State Offices
Votes have been tallied in Georgia’s 2026 Election, and many new faces will take office in January 2027.
Georgia’s Governor-Elect Announces Transition Team
One of the first priorities of newly elected Governors is selecting a transition team that will help the incoming Governor make decisions on appointments to their personal staff and to their executive branch Cabinet positions.
Waste Watch: California's $15 Billion Train to Nowhere
California's high-speed rail project may be the most expensive train ride that nobody will ever take.
Press Releases
CFFE Launches New Interactive "Socialism is Spreading" Map
October 9, 2026
CFFE Statement: Gov Kemp Takes Action To Reduce Consumer Costs
October 2, 2026
CFFE Partners with Ballotpedia to Launch New Voter Tool
October 2, 2026
Kemp State of the State: Keeping Georgia A National Leader On Free Enterprise
January 17, 2025
NEW VIDEO: Biden Advisors Fail The Basic Test
May 29, 2024
NEW VIDEO: Blue Collar Workers Pay Off College Grads’ Debt in Biden’s America
May 23, 2024
