Commissioners in the Spotlight
Georgia Commission on Women Celebrates the Induction of Secretary Dr. Michelle Nelson into the Georgia Nursing Hall of Fame™
ATLANTA, GA — The Georgia Commission on Women (GCW) is proud to announce that Commission Secretary Dr. Michelle A. Nelson, PhD, MBA, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, FNAP, FADLN, has been named an inductee to the 2026 Cohort of the Georgia Nursing Hall of Fame™.
Selected by the Georgia Nurses Foundation (GNF), Dr. Nelson is one of only ten exemplary registered nurses recognized this year for their transformative contributions to the nursing profession. The induction honors “nursing legends” who have significantly advanced healthcare at the local, national, and international levels.
Dr. Nelson’s induction is a testament to her multifaceted career as a clinician, educator, and advocate. In addition to her extensive academic and clinical credentials, her leadership as Secretary of the Georgia Commission on Women has been vital in championing the health and status of women throughout the state.
The formal induction ceremony will take place on February 26, 2026. The Georgia Commission on Women extends its deepest congratulations to Dr. Nelson for this historic achievement.
Julianna McConnell
Pleased to recognize our very own Vice Chair, Julianna McConnell accomplishments and affiliations below:
Business & Trade Associations
(Recognized the top 40)
Georgia CAPRN 9th
LCPA 16TH
Governmental Affairs Firms
Non-Law Firm Affiliates – Smaller
(Recognized top 10)
The Preston Group, Inc. 10th
Registered Lobbyist
(Recognized top 60)
Julianna McConnell 28th
The Georgia Lobbyist Hall of Fame
(There are 58 currently in Lobbyist Hall of Fame)
2021 New Inductee into the Hall of Fame:
In the James Sept/Oct Top Lobbyist Issue: