What would an economic recession mean for Atlanta’s tech entrepreneurs?

Storm clouds gather over Peachtree Street in Atlanta
Atlanta's entrepreneurial ecosystem is strong, but could a looming recession halt its momentum? (Emil Moffatt/WABE)

With the Federal Reserve hiking interest rates in an attempt to curb inflation and with world events remaining chaotic, many forecasters predict the U.S. could be heading for an economic recession within the next year.

How might the downturn affect Atlanta’s ecosystem of tech startups and entrepreneurs?

Dan Drechsel, general partner for Atlanta venture capital firm Panoramic Ventures, looks to past economic downturns of 1991, 2001 and 2008 as a guide.