Membership Overview

The Georgia Government Finance Officers Association (GGFOA) serves the government finance professionals across the state of Georgia. Founded in 1985, GGFOA has grown to include over 1,100 active members representing a diverse network of public and private sector finance professionals.

Our members come from all levels of government—state, county, city, and consolidated—as well as school districts, authorities, colleges and universities, and private-sector organizations. 

Membership Composition by Category

• Government Finance Members: 1,006 (89%)
  Representing cities, counties, special districts, state agencies, education boards, and authorities.
• Non-Government Associates: 123 (11%)
  Including professionals in banking, accounting, consulting, legal services, software, education, and related fields.

Geographic Representation

GGFOA reflects a broad regional reach across Georgia’s 159 counties, 470 cities, 67 towns, and 8 consolidated governments.¹ Currently, we represent:

·       16% of counties

·       37% of cities

·       39% of towns

·       50% of consolidated governments

This translates to an overall government representation of 32% statewide.

·       Metro Atlanta Region: 58% of all members

·       Out-of-State Members: 3%, from 14 states including Florida, Illinois, Virginia, Texas, and others

Organizational Affiliations

GGFOA’s membership remains rooted in local government, particularly among city, town, and county finance offices. While this continues to be our core strength, we have also seen steady growth from the private sector, including professionals in consulting, banking and investment, and accounting and auditing. In recent years, we’ve welcomed several software and technology companies into our network, reflecting the evolving landscape of public finance. We look forward to continued expansion across a diverse range of sectors.

 The information above is based on membership data updated in July 2025. 

¹ The Georgia Municipal Association maintains on its website a guidebook on annexation from a city’s point of view, https://www.gacities.com/Resources/GMA-Handbooks-Publications/GMA-Publications/Growing-Cities,- Growing-Georgia-A-Guide-to-Georgia.aspx.