ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — This summer, Atlanta welcomes the world for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a landmark sports event and a major economic opportunity for small businesses across the metro.

The Atlanta Beltline on Thursday hosted a town hall at Monday Night Brewing in Southwest Atlanta to empower the community and provide a roadmap to get small businesses ready for the world stage.

This summer, Mercedes-Benz Stadium welcomes a global audience for breathtaking competition. It’s clear: the coaching playbook isn’t just for athletes.

“The last time Atlanta had an opportunity like this, it may have been the Olympics,” said Kelvin Collins, “But guess what, we did not have an Atlanta Beltline. This is an opportunity where the Beltline will move people that come into the city seamles

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