The Columbia County (GA) Chamber explores the people and the stories that have had an impact on where we are now and are influencing what the region will become in the future.
In this episode, we're talking with Joe from the Veteran's Golfer Association. Joe tells us all about how the VGA got its start and has gotten even more popular as the years have gone on.
Ashley Whittaker with Junior Achievement and the Discovery Center tells us all about how they are helping students learn how business works, how to balance a budget, and more.
Jodi Lott discusses her time as State Representative for Columbia County, reflecting on her career, her views on government, and what she's going to do after her term ends.
In this episode of Range of Influence we focus on SafeHomes Domestic Violence Center. Committed to ending domestic violence through advocacy, awareness, and education, SafeHomes provides free and confidential services to victims in East Central Georgia. Join us as we sit down with Jennifer Frantom, Development Director for SafeHomes, and Daniel Pharr, Chair of the SafeHomes Board of Directors, to uncover the far-reaching impact of SafeHomes and its crucial role in creating a safer, more compassionate world. Tune in to be inspired by stories of resilience and empowerment as we stand united against domestic violence. Find SafeHomes at https://www.safehomesdv.org/ To contact SafeHomes' 24-hour Crisis Hotline call 706-736-2499 Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
Get ready for an inspiring and uplifting episode of the Range of Influence podcast, featuring two exceptional business owners, Chris Newsome and Phillip Tussey! These dynamic individuals have discovered their true calling and are now dedicated to helping others find their purpose too. With Newsome Electrical Construction and HCC Group Holdings, they are empowering military veterans with invaluable trade skills that can be utilized no matter where life takes them. Tune in and hear how Chris and Phillip turned their unique life experiences into a recipe for success. Find Newsome Electrical Construction at https://nec-llc.com/ Find HCC Group Holdings at https://hccllc.group/ Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
In this episode, we talk to Chase Lord and Andrew Tyson, the co-owners of MEGAH Softwash, a pressure washing business that started with a passion for serving others, working hard and treating their customers well. Join us as we hear how these two entrepreneurs who turned a side hustle into a $1 million business. Find MEGAH SoftWash at: https://megahsoftwash.com/ Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
Being excellent baseball players doesn't guarantee you success in life but it certainly makes you accustomed to hard work. David Noyce and Dustin Tyra took their experience on the baseball field and leveraged it into success on the rooftops of homes across the Greater Augusta region. We asked Noyce and Tyra about their tips for success in running a business. Find Southpaw Roofing at: https://southpawroofing.com/ Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
Businesses want access to employees that are trained to do the jobs they need done. That's why Augusta Technical College (ATC) is such an asset to our region. We sat down with Dr. Jermaine Whirl, President of ATC, to learn more about the exciting new programs they are offering in our community and the exceptional value of a Technical College education. Find Augusta Technical College at: Website: https://www.augustatech.edu/ Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
In part four, the final episode of the "Better You in '22" series, Wendy and Mike Perry talk about the traits of good leaders and ways to create an environment where people want to be and can thrive. Find Katalis at: Website: https://connectmovegrow.com/ Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
In part three of this four-part series, Mike Thomas and Kate Sanders from Alison South talk about how you can elevate your brand in 2022 and make sure that your business is prepared for success. Find Alison South: Website: https://alisonsouthmarketing.com/ Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
In part two of this four-part series, Range of Influence discusses the idea of whether the customer is still king. The ROI team invited Erik Smith from Chick-fil-A in Grovetown and Robbie King from Lead Augusta to talk about how to create a good customer experience and navigating tough situations including how to deal with the influence of social media. Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
In this four-part series, Range of Influence talks about four topics to help create "A New You in '22." Part one looks at five tips to help you plan for your best year ever. The ROI team invited Katie Wynn from Dynamik Consulting to talk about creating a strategic plan for your personal and professional life. Find Katie Wynn: https://dynamikconsulting.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katie.wynn.16 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dynamik_consulting/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-wynn/ Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
Fort Gordon is like a city within a city. Colonel Shaw Pick, Garrison Commander of Fort Gordon, and Dr. Tom Clark, Executive Director of the CSRA Alliance for Fort Gordon, came to the Range of Influence studio to talk about what it takes to run a military post, the economic impact it has on the region, and the law that will change the name of Fort Gordon. Be sure to listen to the very end! Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
Today's students are tomorrow's workforce and innovators. We sat down with Columbia County School District's Teacher of the Year David Phillips to talk about his perspective on when we should be teaching students about career choices and how the business community is and can help the future careers of many students. Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
After President Biden ordered OSHA to create a Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) requiring businesses with 100 or more employees to ensure each employee is vaccinated, the Chamber went to find out more details on what businesses can expect. We interviewed Marc Freedman, Vice President of Workplace Policy for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and Rep. Rick Allen, Georgia's Representative for the 12th District in the House of Representatives, to get their perspectives on the new order. Important Link Referenced in the Show: White House COVID Plan Page: https://www.whitehouse.gov/covidplan/ OSHA's Page: https://www.osha.gov/ Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
Job seekers have plenty of options in today's labor market while employers struggle to find talent. The Range of Influence Podcast invited Robert Kelly, Vice President of Augusta Staffing into the studio to talk about ways employers are attracting and retaining employees, COVID vaccine incentives, and the overall state of the labor force. Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
COVID put a hardship on many in the business community and also on many families in the Greater Augusta Region. The Range of Influence Podcast invited Amy Brietmann, Executive Director of the Golden Harvest Food Bank into the studio to talk about the challenges they faced as well as the many families that are still living paycheck to paycheck due to underemployment and inflation. Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
Range of Influence podcast sits down with the new Superintendent of the Columbia County School District, Dr. Steven Flynt to talk about the new school year. Dr. Flynt talks about what to expect this school year and how the School District is preparing for the future. Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
The Columbia County Performing Arts Center is the newest attraction to the region and will soon be an economic driver in the area as well as a place to gather. Get to know the Performing Arts Center General Manager Matt Jameson in this episode of Range of Influence. Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
Range of Influence chats with Columbia County Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Director Shelly Blackburn to talk about attracting tourists through activities like the Serene 18 Paddle Trail and collegiate sports tournaments. Shelly also clarifies facts about the new short-term rental tax and how it will impact the county and chats about the movie industry in Columbia County and Georgia. Columbia County Convention and Visitors Bureau: www.visitcolumbiacounty.com Serene 18 Paddle Trail: www.serene18.com Film Columbia County: www.filmcolumbiacounty.com Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
Range of Influence sat down with Pastor Charles Goodman Jr. of Tabernacle Baptist Church of Augusta, Pastor Mike Hearon of First Presbyterian Church of Augusta, and Pastor David McKinley of Warren Baptist Church to have a frank conversation about our community and what role our businesses play in healing and bringing everyone together. In this episode, we hear part two of this two part series on Faith and Business. Looking for part one of this series? Visit: https://rangeofinfluence.podbean.com/e/faith-and-business-in-greater-augusta-part-1/ Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
Range of Influence sat down with Pastor Charles Goodman Jr. of Tabernacle Baptist Church of Augusta, Pastor Mike Hearon of First Presbyterian Church of Augusta, and Pastor David McKinley of Warren Baptist Church to have a frank conversation about our community and what role our businesses play in healing and bringing everyone together. In this episode, we hear part one of a two part series on Faith and Business. Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
Range of Influence invited Robbie Bennett from the Development Authority of Columbia County in the studio to talk about their recent workforce study, what to do about the workforce shortage, and how the opening of Amazon's fulfillment center will have an impact going forward. Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
Range of Influence invited Columbia County Chairman Doug Duncan and County Manager Scott Johnson in the studio to talk about being named the Best Place to Live and their Vision 2035 plan that will act as a guideline to prepare for the areas anticipated growth as Amazon opens two facilities in the county and Fort Gordon's Cyber district continues to expand. Range of Influence is sponsored by Premier Networx. Visit them at www.AugustaITGuys.com
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