Clark Howard '77

Clark is a popular consumer expert and former host of the nationally syndicated Clark Howard Show, teaching people ways to “save more, spend less and avoid rip-offs.”  He currently has his website Clark.com and his podcast which discuss consumer issues.

Clark's career has included stints in both government and private sectors. He was employed by the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He launched a travel agency in 1981 that grew into a chain with locations across metro Atlanta. In 1987, he sold the company and retired at 31 years of age.

In 1991, he became a consumer affairs reporter and is now well-known for his consumer advice.  In 1993, he opened the Consumer Action Center to provide off-air advice on consumer issues.

He has published many books on consumer tips and bargains, with Get Clark Smart in 2002 and Clark's Big Book of Bargains in 2003 both charting on the New York Times Bestsellers List. He has started several civic programs, including Atlanta Volunteer Action, Volunteer Action Inc., the Big Buddy Program and Career Action. With the help of his listeners, he teamed up with Habitat for Humanity to build houses around the Atlanta Area.  2018 marked the construction of his 75th home.