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The Global Business Playbook in the #1 State for Business with Kristi Brigman and Trevor Williams Welcome to today's episode of Voice of Business, presented by Gwinnett Magazine! We're thrilled to be joined by Kristi Brigman, Chief Economic Development Officer at the Metro Atlanta Chamber, and Trevor Williams, Managing Editor at Global Atlanta, for an […]

The Global Business Playbook in the #1 State for Business with Kristi Brigman and Trevor Williams Welcome to today's episode of Voice of Business, presented by Gwinnett Magazine! We're thrilled to be joined by Kristi Brigman, Chief Economic Development Officer at the Metro Atlanta Chamber, and Trevor Williams, Managing Editor at Global Atlanta, for an […] The post Episode 8: The Global Business Playbook in the #1 State for Business appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

SelectUSA Summit, 11-14 May 2024, Washington, DChttps://www.selectusasummit.us/--John Woodward, jwoodward@macoc.comStefan Harrigan, SHarrigan@macoc.comhttps://www.metroatlantachamber.com/..Feel free to contact us with any questionsBill Kenney, bill@meetroi.comMEET, http://meetroi.com/

Website: https://www.balentine.com/ Bio: Robert Balentine Chairman Partner Robert Balentine is Chairman of Balentine. He brings 40 years of experience advising clients and families on matters relating to their wealth and legacy. A seasoned entrepreneur, Robert has experience building, buying, and selling businesses, and has counseled many of our entrepreneurial clients on matters relating to managing their businesses, as well as managing their wealth. He was the inaugural recipient of the Metro Atlanta Chamber's 2013 Business Person of the Year, Lifetime Achievement Award. Barron's and Forbes have each named Robert one of the country's top wealth management advisors, and Atlanta Business Chronicle named Robert to its 2018 list of Most Admired CEOs. He is a frequent contributor to the media and addresses audiences across the country on topics related to investing and entrepreneurship. First Generation Wealth, a book co-written by Robert and CEO Adrian Cronje, was released in September 2021. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smartmoneycircle/support

Georgia’s Economic Outlook, with Dr. Jerry Parrish, Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 809) In this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, John Ray hosts Dr. Jerry Parrish, Chief Economist at the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, who discusses Georgia’s economic outlook. Dr. Parrish details recent trends, including Georgia’s impressive job […] The post Georgia’s Economic Outlook, with Dr. Jerry Parrish, Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Georgia’s Economic Outlook, with Dr. Jerry Parrish, Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 809) In this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, John Ray hosts Dr. Jerry Parrish, Chief Economist at the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, who discusses Georgia’s economic outlook. Dr. Parrish details recent trends, including Georgia’s impressive job […]

In this episode of Small Biz Florida, host Tom Kindred, Regional Director of the Small Business Development Center at Indian River State College, highlights the third annual Small Business Success Summit in Ponte Vedra, Florida. Sponsored by Florida First Capital and the Florida SBDC Network, the event gathers over 420 small business owners to network and share best practices. Tom interviews Dr. Jerry Parrish, Chief Economist at the Metro Atlanta Chamber, who shares his expert insights on the economic outlook for Florida. Dr. Parrish discusses the crucial role small businesses play in job creation, the current state of capital access, and key workforce trends in Florida. He also highlights the opportunities and challenges faced by small business owners in today's evolving economic landscape, providing valuable advice for both aspiring and established entrepreneurs. This podcast episode was recorded live at the Small Business Success Summit hosted at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL. This podcast is made possible by the Florida SBDC Network and sponsored by Florida First Capital. Connect with Our Guest: Dr. Jerry D. Parrish, Economist & Public Speaker  

Allyson Eman has more than 30 years of marketing, communications, sales leadership and business development experience. In 2007,Allyson took on the role of Executive Director for the newly created Venture Atlanta annual conference. She has worked with key business leaders across the country and founding organizations Metro Atlanta Chamber, Atlanta CEO Council and Technology Association […] The post Allyson Eman With Venture Atlanta appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Friday, April 19, was a big day for DECAL, the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning, and all of our educators of the year being honored this year.  The Georgia Lottery and the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce hosted a luncheon honoring our three Early Childhood Educators of the Year and our two Georgia's Pre-K Program Teachers of the Year.  Joining us to look back on the luncheon and hear portions of the program is Laura Wagner, Executive Director of the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning; Miranda Murphy is Practice and Support Services Outreach and Project Manager; and Devon Porter is Summer Transition Program and Outreach Manager.  Support the Show.

Interview w/ Katie Kirkpatrick – President & CEO, Metro Atlanta Chamber: Katie joins Steak and Sandra and explains the role of Metro Atlanta Chamber in the economic growth for Metro Atlanta. She also explains how landing the 1996 Olympics was something that allowed them to build and continue to attract more major sporting events.

Steak and Sandra are joined by Katie Kirkpatrick – President & CEO, Metro Atlanta Chamber to talk about the economic growth of Atlanta due to drawing the world's largest sporting events

This week, we sit down with glass-ceiling smasher, corporate and nonprofit leader, Atlanta booster, storyteller, mentor, mother and grandmother, community organizer, and woman of the hour Hala Moddelmog. Hala is a fellow Atlantian, spending nearly her entire career in this southeastern metropolis. Shout out for the home team! Hala is currently the President and CEO of the Woodruff Arts Center in downtown Atlanta. She has spent nearly 30 years in President and CEO roles from Metro Atlanta Chamber to Arby's Restaurant Group to Susan G. Komen - and more. Needless to say, ain't no mountain high enough! In our 30-minute conversation, Hala shares her story of “having it all,” her unwavering commitment to the Atlanta community, her experience with storytelling and art as mechanisms for learning and change, and her incredible take on how to invest in others “doing the work.” Hala was among the first to join the I AM 111 to support the “making of” the I AM Series. In this episode, we ask Hala why she joined, and she surprised us with the most authentic and powerful answer!“I saw two women putting everything on the line to do something important, and I thought sign me up! Let me be a little bit a part of this.” We won't give it all away, but the TL;DR is: If you can show up for others in the “arena,” do.Hala describes her experience being part of a generation that had to break proverbial glass ceilings, and how she and her fellow “glass shatterers” won't stop because it's just not fixed yet! And finally, the pièce de résistance, and our real takeaway from this conversation… The art of shattering that glass isn't just in its breaking, it's in turning around and offering a helping hand to those that follow with hammers. Mic drop.

With time ticking away until Crossover Day, WABE's politics reporter Rahul Bali gives an update on the latest bills to advance through the legislature, including sports betting. He also discussed the recent retirement announcement of Democratic Georgia State Senate Minority Leader Gloria Butler. Plus, the ATL Action for Racial Equity initiative was created to provide a blueprint for local companies aiming to create more equitable, diverse, and inclusive organizations. The initiative is now in its third year. Michael Baptiste, who serves as the Metro Atlanta Chamber's vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion, returns to “Closer Look” to discuss the results of the ATL Action for Racial Equity 2024 Assessment Report. Lastly, preparations are underway for the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup. According to the recently released schedule, Georgia's capital city will host eight soccer matches, including a semifinal. The event is expected to draw massive crowds. Dan Corso, the president of the Atlanta Sports Council, discussed how Atlanta is gearing up for one of the largest sporting events in the world. He also shared how Atlanta is courting the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"I had an authentic connection to the problem - a perspective on cultural connection. So it wasn't powering through rejection, it was neglecting it - because I just knew something they didn't.“ Tristan Walker is the Founder of Walker & Company Brands, where he was also the CEO when it was acquired by Procter & Gamble in 2018. Walker & Co. is best known for best-selling brands like Bevel & Form - Healthy and Beauty designed for communities of color. Prior to Founding Walker & Co, Tristan was Entrepreneur-In-Residence at Andreessen Horowitz, the prominent venture capital firm. He also served as Director of Business Development for Foursquare - managing strategic partnerships with brands like American Express, The New York Times, CNN, MTV, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, and Starbucks. Tristan's also had experiences with Boston Consulting Group and Twitter. Currently, Tristan serves on the Boards of Foot Locker, Shake Shack, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Tristan is also the Founder and Board Chairman of CODE2040, a program that matches high-performing Black and Latino undergraduate and graduate coders and software engineering students with Silicon Valley start-ups for summer internships. Fortune Magazine named him as one out of 50 of the “World's Greatest Leaders.” You'll enjoy this candid conversation about neglecting the laziness of others, and truly empathizing with your customer's experiences. This is a replay of a past episode from February 2022 - from our partners at P&G's “More Than Soap” Podcast - available exclusively each week to P&G Employees at GetMoreThanSoap.com. On “More Than Soap,” P&G shares weekly conversations with Inspiring guests, unique perspectives, and unconventional ideas. “More Than Soap” is P&G's official internal podcast - available to all 100,000 P&G employees worldwide, and hosted by Dorion Positano, P&G's Director of New Business and Content Innovation and AI Integration Strategy. Interested in learning more about P&G's “More Than Soap” podcast, or P&G Studios? Reach out directly to Dorion on LinkedIn. GetMoreThanSoap.com

2024 North Fulton Economic Outlook, with Dr. Jerry Parrish, Chief Economist, Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce (GNFCC 400 Insider, Episode 91) On this episode of the GNFCC 400 Insider, Kali Boatright, President and CEO of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, discusses the 2024 economic outlook for the North Fulton region with Dr. Jerry […] The post 2024 North Fulton Economic Outlook, with Dr. Jerry Parrish, Chief Economist, Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

In this episode of Politically Georgia from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, hosts Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy and Bill Nigut look at some of the Georgia Republicans who are already positioning themselves for races in 2026.    We also hear from Democratic political consultant Alex Floyd, who two years ago was a top operative for Stacey Abrams but who more recently guided Kentucky governor Andy Beshear to a successful bid for re-election. Floyd describes how Beshear, a Democrat in a deep red state was able to win his race. And he talks about lessons the race might hold for Democrats who run statewide in Georgia in upcoming elections.   Plus, at the annual meeting of the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, Governor Kemp gives his full-throated endorsement of the construction of the controversial Atlanta police and fire training center. He calls it crucial to the economic vitality of the region.   Have a question for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 404-526-AJCP. That's 404-526-2527. We'll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.    Links to today's topics: GOP infighting for 2026 already heating up Democrat Beshear wins re-election in deep red Kentucky Kemp urges Georgia leaders: support police training center   Subscribe to the AJC: If you aren't a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC.   Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GDP Script/ Top Stories for Oct 29th Publish Date: Oct 27th Hennsler: 15 From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Sunday, October 29th and happy 75th  birthday to Richard Dreyfus I'm Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Peggy Slappey Properties. History comes alive at Georgia Gwinnett College with ancient tools demonstration Editorial: Sidney Powell should turn in her Texas bar card Renova Technology Adding 30 Jobs After $600,000 Expansion In Norcross   All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: Peggy Slappey STORY 1: History comes alive at Georgia Gwinnett College with ancient tools demonstration The Arctos Anthropology Club at Georgia Gwinnett College had a demonstration by primitive-living expert Andrew Minnick, who showcased tool-making technologies from the Stone Ages and the pre-contact period in the Americas. Students had the opportunity to learn about ancient tools and try their hand at making them. They explored tools like the Atlatl for hunting and engaged in "flint knapping" to shape stones into tools and decorative pieces. The experience emphasized the sophistication of early human problem-solving and highlighted the importance of preserving knowledge about ancient technologies and their impact on human evolution, history, and culture.   STORY 2: Editorial: Sidney Powell should turn in her Texas bar card Sidney Powell, the former lawyer for Donald Trump, pleaded guilty to six reduced criminal charges in Georgia stemming from her efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. However, in Dallas, she continues to fight a disciplinary lawsuit filed by the State Bar of Texas, which accuses her of violating ethics rules by filing frivolous voter fraud lawsuits in multiple states. In a recent filing, Powell claims the bar lacks evidence to support its case. The editorial calls for her to surrender her Texas bar card and be consistent in her actions, arguing that Powell's conspiracy theories have been discredited, and her legal fight is a waste of taxpayer money.   STORY 3: Renova Technology Adding 30 Jobs After $600,000 Expansion In Norcross Renova Technology Inc., an after-market repair services company, celebrated the grand opening of its expanded facility in Norcross, Gwinnett County. Renova, which has been in the county for 22 years, invested $600,000 in the expansion, with plans to create 30 new jobs in customer service, marketing, sales, and repair work. The company's growth was supported by organizations like Partnership Gwinnett, the Georgia Department of Economic Development, Metro Atlanta Chamber, Georgia Power, Gwinnett County Government, and the Gateway85 Community Improvement District. Local officials and leaders welcomed Renova's expansion, highlighting the company's contribution to the local economy.   We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We'll be right back Break 2: MOG – TOM WAGES OBITS STORY 4: American dams are being demolished. And nature is pushing that along Dams in the American West are being removed to address their declining power output, environmental damage, and the maintenance challenges they pose. The removal of dams in places like the Klamath River near the California-Oregon border is part of a trend that has seen more than 1,600 dams removed in the U.S. since 1912. Dams have outlived their usefulness, and their removal is seen as a step toward rewilding America. The Klamath River's dams were initially built for power generation, but they generated less than 2% of the power supplied by their utility in recent years. The Klamath restoration also involves partnerships with Native American communities to assert ancestral rights and promote river health.   STORY 5: Simple diet changes can improve health and reduce carbon emissions: study A new study suggests that making simple diet swaps, such as switching from beef to chicken or using plant-based milk instead of cow's milk, can reduce the average carbon footprint of food by 35% and improve the nutritional quality of diets. The research, based on the analysis of diet data from over 7,700 Americans, encourages climate-friendly eating habits to cut carbon emissions from food production, which accounts for a significant portion of greenhouse gas emissions. The study recommends easily achievable dietary substitutions to promote both environmental sustainability and personal health, emphasizing the potential of small changes to have a significant impact on both fronts.   We'll be back in a moment Break 3: ESOG – INGLES 10   STORY 6: It takes the average parent this long to get their kids to fall asleep A study of 1,000 parents with kids aged 0-8 has found that it takes an average of an hour to get each child to sleep every night. Nearly 80% of parents have to read up to three bedtime stories before their children settle down. More than 60% of parents struggle to get their kids to sleep, with many resorting to stalling tactics like asking questions (31%), needing to find a special toy (23%), feeling too hot or cold (29%), claiming to be scared of the dark (25%), or hearing strange noises (17%). Some even claim there's a monster under the bed (19%). The research was commissioned by the children's TV show Hey Duggee to mark the launch of its new Sleepy Time bedtime toy.   STORY 7: 'Lawrenceville Blooms' mural completed The city of Lawrenceville, Georgia, has unveiled its completed community mural, named "Lawrenceville Blooms." This mural project was a collaborative effort between the Lawrenceville Arts Commission and local artist Teresa Abboud. The mural is located at the intersection of Jackson Street and Buford Drive and covers 1,867 square feet. The project began with an open call for designs and was approved by the City Council in April 2023. The artwork is seen as a symbol of unity and diversity in the community and showcases the flourishing arts scene in Lawrenceville. It was created with community involvement, and the artist put in over 300 hours to bring it to life. The mural aims to inspire and connect the community through art.   We'll have final thoughts after this. 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Allyson Eman has more than 30 years of marketing, communications, sales leadership, and business development experience. In 2007, Allyson took on the role of Executive Director for the newly created Venture Atlanta annual conference. Allyson has worked with key business leaders across the country and founding organizations Metro Atlanta Chamber, Atlanta CEO Council, and Technology […] The post Allyson Eman with Venture Atlanta Coalition appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

GDP Script/ Top Stories for Oct 8th Publish Date:  Oct 7th From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Sunday, October 8th and happy birthday to author R.L. Stine. ****Goosebumps Theme**** I'm Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Peggy Slappy Properties. University system will not intervene in Georgia Gwinnett College 'no confidence' matter, Chancellor Sonny Perdue wants both sides to continue talks Gwinnett schools grappling with a rise in 'chronic absenteeism' Gwinnett police working to identify suspect accused of breaking into urgent care All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe!  Break 1: Peggy Slappy          Story 1: University system will not intervene in Georgia Gwinnett College 'no confidence' matter University System of Georgia Chancellor Sonny Perdue has declined to intervene in the dispute between Georgia Gwinnett College President Jann Joseph and the college's Faculty Senate, which is on track for a no-confidence vote in November. Instead, Perdue is urging both parties to resolve the matter through conversation. The Faculty Senate had asked the university system to mediate the dispute, but Perdue and USG Chief Academic Officer Ashwani Monga rejected that request, stating that discussions should be directly between the Faculty Senate and GGC leadership. A no-confidence vote would signal dissatisfaction with the administration but doesn't have the power to remove Joseph from her position..........…..read more at gwinnettdailypost.com STORY 2: GCPS School Absenteeism Gwinnett County Public Schools has reported a doubling of chronic absenteeism across the district since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Chronic absenteeism is defined as a student missing 10% of enrolled school days during the year, regardless of whether the absences are excused or not. GCPS officials see it as a significant challenge to student performance and noted that students who are chronically absent perform significantly below their peers who regularly attend school. While chronic absenteeism is highest in high schools, Gwinnett's elementary schools also see high levels, particularly among kindergartners. Demographically, Hispanic students have the highest percentage of chronic absences, followed by American Indian, multiracial, Black, White, and Asian students. GCPS is implementing a multi-tiered approach to address chronic absenteeism, including preventative measures and awareness campaigns.   STORY 3: Gwinnett police working to identify suspect accused of breaking into urgent care Gwinnett County police are searching for a suspect who burglarized an urgent care facility and a neighboring business in Duluth. The break-ins occurred on September 28, with the suspect entering North Georgia Urgent Care and a nearby business, stealing approximately $7,200. The suspect, described as a black male wearing a gray hoodie and black sweatpants, remains at large. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact detectives at 770-513-5300 or report tips anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 404-577-8477. A cash reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment. Tips can also be submitted at stop crime ATL dot com   We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We'll be right back   Break 2: MOG – TOM WAGES OBITS – CUMMING FAIR STORY 4: Hull Middle School special education teacher earns national recognition Celia Ayenesazan, a special education teacher at Hull Middle School, has been recognized as an EcoRise Teacher Ambassador for her dedication to sustainability education. The EcoRise Teacher Ambassador title is awarded to experienced leaders in sustainability education who demonstrate a strong commitment to elevating youth voices, expanding educational programs, advancing systems change, and promoting climate justice. In this role, Ayenesazan will provide support to teachers in Gwinnett County Public Schools, particularly within the Gwinnett Green and Healthy Schools program, encouraging students to address local environmental and social issues through advocacy, design thinking, and change-making. She plans to continue her work started at Radloff Middle School, where students repurposed leather seat covers from Southwest Airlines, saving 150 pounds of leather waste from landfills.   STORY 5: GA Power CEO Joins Rowen Foundation Kim Greene, the Chairwoman, President, and CEO of Georgia Power, has joined the board of the Rowen Foundation. With her leadership role at Georgia Power, Greene brings a strong commitment to emerging technologies, innovation, and STEM-related education to the foundation. In addition to her role at Georgia Power, she serves as a director for Valero Energy Corporation and the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Greene is also on the board of trustees for the Morehouse School of Medicine and the Georgia Research Alliance and is a member of Atlanta Rotary. She has received various awards and honors, including being named one of Atlanta's Most Admired CEOs by the Atlanta Business Chronicle and induction into the State of Alabama Engineering Hall of Fame.   We'll be back in a moment   Break 3:  ESOG – INGLES 8   STORY 6: 'Duluth is our home' — ACGO CEO enjoys hometown feel as he leads Fortune 500 company AGCO Corporation, a Fortune 500 agricultural machinery company, participated in Duluth's annual Fall Festival parade. The company's headquarters in Duluth, Georgia, employs 735 people and oversees its global operations. AGCO has a significant presence worldwide, with offices on six continents, 26,000 employees, and substantial annual revenue. The company manufactures farm machinery, grain bins, and farming technology, with a focus on enhancing efficiency and sustainability. Despite its global reach, AGCO maintains strong ties to its Duluth home. The recent completion of a $2 billion deal with Trimble further solidifies the company's position in the industry. AGCO's CEO, Eric Hansotia, has a deep connection to farming, having grown up on a dairy farm in Wisconsin.   STORY 7: Chefs to show off Big Green Egg skills Saturday at Gwinnett's Coolray Field Big Green Egg, known for its premier outdoor cooking system, is hosting the 26th annual EGGtoberfest at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville, Atlanta. This event showcases live-fire cooking with professional chefs demonstrating the versatility of Big Green Egg. Started as a way to thank loyal customers, EGGtoberfest has grown into a family-friendly weekend with over 200 EGGs cooking a wide range of dishes. Tickets cost $75 and include live-fired food, a T-shirt, swag bag, beverages, cooking demos, and more. Additionally, a BBQ throwdown is held on Friday for $50. EGGs used during the event are sold afterward, giving attendees a chance to purchase a freshly used grill. For details, visit EGG Toberfest dot com   We'll have final thoughts after this.   Break 4: Henssler 60 Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Gwinnett Daily Post podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties, or the Paulding County News Podcast. Read more about all our stories, and get other great content at Gwinnettdailypost.com. Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. 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Kate's bio is below. Her websites and contact information: https://www.GoLoCoPlus.com/ https:/www.KatesClub.org/ https:/www.KateAtwood.com/ Kate@locoplus.network (the best email.) Kate Atwood is the co-founder and CEO of LoCo+, founder of Kate's Club and is an author, speaker and innovator. In this interview, Kate shares her journey from the loss of her mother at age 12, to the founding of Kate's Club (to support children and adolescents in grief) to her experiences across her life of fostering community, collaboration and creativity. She discusses her current work in providing a platform for empowering local content creators and filmmakers to develop audiences and sustain themselves financially. She is truly an Aquarian innovator, helping us move into the paradigms of the Aquarian Age. Kate's bio: Kate is co-founder and CEO of LoCo+, the first independent streaming platform dedicated to local filmmakers, content creators and music artists. Kate is most widely known as the Founder of her namesake organization, Kate's Club, and is also recognized for her executive role in building the Arby's Foundation and ChooseATL. Before founding LoCo+, Kate served as the founding Executive Director of ChooseATL, an initiative out of the Metro Atlanta Chamber launched to promote Atlanta to millennials around the globe. Under Kate's leadership, ChooseATL evolved to become a next-generation movement advancing Atlanta as a top-tier location for emerging tech and creative talent. Her work landed headlines in Forbes, Adweek, and Variety magazine. In 2018, Kate's vision led to the creation and launch of the first-ever public city-based video streaming platform called THEA. It was through her journey with THEA that she was inspired to create LoCo+. At 23, Kate founded Kate's Club, a nationally acclaimed organization that empowers children and teens who have experienced the death of a parent or sibling. Kate's Club serves thousands of children and families annually through direct services, strategic outreach partnerships, and national advocacy efforts. Its unique approach to grief support has garnered the attention of national media and has helped reframe grief culture to be one of openness and support for the next generation. Kate remains involved today as its Founder and Advisory Board chair. Kate is a frequent speaker, podcast host, and the author of "A Healing Place," published by Penguin Books. Throughout her career, she has appeared on CNN, Headline News, The Today Show, and ABC's The View. She has also been featured in People Magazine, Huffington Post and Good Magazine on its global "Good 100" list. She has received numerous awards for her work, including being named to Atlanta Business Chronicle and Georgia Trend Magazine's '40 Under 40' lists. In 2018, she was awarded the Children's Rights Inspiration Award and the Philanthropic Leader of Tomorrow award by the National Association of Fundraising Professionals. Heather's website: https:/www.risingmoonhealingcenter.com To become a patron of Heather's: https:/www.patreon.com/heatherensworth/

GDP Script/ Top Stories for Sunday July 16 Publish Date: Friday July 14 From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast Today is Sunday July 16th , and happy 55th birthday to actor Will Ferrell ****Ferrell****   I'm Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Mall of Georgia Chrysler Dodge Jeep 1. Lawrenceville-area mother shot, killed her daughter during altercation 2. Start of eligibility ‘redetermination' knocks almost 100,000 Georgians off Medicaid 3. And a Lawrenceville resident named Mrs. Georgia America     All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast.   Break 1 : Slappey   Story 1. shot   A 47-year-old woman from Lawrenceville died after being shot during an altercation with her mother on Wednesday night. The incident took place at a home on Spanish Moss Court, and the cause of the fight is still being investigated. The mother, who has not been identified, has not been charged with any crimes at this time. The case remains active until the autopsy results are obtained. Police responded to a report of a shooting at the residence and discovered the body of the victim, Treva Murray. Witnesses stated that an altercation occurred, leading to the shooting. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the police or Crime Stoppers....…..read more on this at gwinnettdailypost.com     STORY 2: medicaid   Since the expiration of the federal public health emergency in April, nearly 100,000 people in Georgia have lost their Medicaid coverage, according to the Department of Community Health. The federal government had prohibited the disenrollment of Medicaid recipients for three years during the pandemic. Georgia began reassessing eligibility for Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids in June, resulting in 95,578 individuals losing coverage, while 64,423 were renewed. The majority lost coverage due to procedural termination caused by a lack of information. The state aims to complete the redetermination process for all Medicaid enrollees by May 2024 and has implemented an information campaign to assist recipients……read more about this at gwinnettdailypost.com   Story 3: Wilson Lawrenceville resident MarKeshia Wilson won the Mrs. Gwinnett County competition and then became Mrs. Georgia America on June 25th. Wilson, an amateur bodybuilder and mother of two, focused on promoting maternal health in her platform. She owns DoulaMePlease and is associated with the Atlanta Doula Collective and Gwinnett County NAACP. Wilson expressed her admiration for Tyler Perry and how he influenced her community service efforts. As Mrs. Georgia America, Wilson will receive a prize package, including an all-expense-paid trip to compete at the national pageant in Las Vegas. She is seeking sponsors for the national competition and interested parties can contact her for more information. We'll be right back   Break 2: M.O.G. - Tom Wages - Obits   Story 4: reforms   Congressional Republicans, including U.S. Rep. Barry Loudermilk, introduced the American Confidence in Elections Act, a proposed election reform bill modeled after Georgia's controversial legislation from two years ago. The bill aims to tighten voter ID requirements, prohibit non-U.S. citizens from voting, and end private funding of election administration. Republicans framed their bill as a conservative approach to election integrity and criticized the Democrats' John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act as a federal takeover of voting. The Republican bill would incentivize states to adopt the proposed reforms and potentially withhold federal funds for non-compliance. Democrats argued against the GOP bill, stating that there was no widespread voter fraud in Georgia and criticizing the previous election reform measure for its limitations on drop boxes and challenges to voters. The hearing coincided with the second anniversary of Major League Baseball's decision to move the All-Star Game from Atlanta in response to the passage of Georgia's Senate Bill 202.   Story 5: art   The Hudgens Center for the Arts in Duluth has been running the smART Honors Scholarship Program for Gwinnett's young artists since 2004. This year, 19 high school juniors from various Gwinnett County public high schools participated in the program. The program, free to nominated students, provides intensive arts education and supplies all art materials. Students attend Saturday morning art sessions and work with professional artists to develop their skills and create a body of work. The program aims to enhance problem-solving, critical thinking, and creative skills while fostering leadership, confidence, discipline, and work ethic. The current exhibition showcases the artwork of the Class of 2023 and runs until July 29 at the Hudgens Center.   Story 6: recession   According to the Metro Atlanta Chamber's chief economist, the economy could experience a mild recession by the end of the year. However, it is still possible to avoid one. Major banks have been predicting a recession, but the exact timing is uncertain. Economic forecasters suggest that the scale of the recession would not be as severe as the Great Recession. Factors that could contribute to a recession include rising interest rates and the resumption of student loan payments. Georgia is better positioned to weather a recession compared to other states due to sustained job growth. The state's strong economy, job creation, and business-friendly environment contribute to its resilience.   We'll be back in a moment   Break 3: ESOG – Ingles 9- Ag Pro 30   Story 7: aaron   The Atlanta Braves will honor the late Hank Aaron during Hank Aaron Week, which will take place from July 25-30. The week will feature community-building initiatives and culminate in celebrations at Truist Park during the Braves' game against the Milwaukee Brewers on July 28. Additionally, the Hank Aaron Invitational showcase game will be held on July 30, featuring the top 200 high school-aged players from across the United States. The Braves will pay tribute to Aaron's impact as a player, executive, and entrepreneur with special pre-game and in-game content. Proceeds from the Atlanta Braves Foundation's 50/50 Raffle during the weekend series will support the Henry Louis Aaron Fund, promoting diversity in baseball. Story 8: All Star   Atlanta is being considered as a potential host for the 2025 All-Star Game, according to MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred. This comes after the city lost the opportunity to host the 2021 game due to controversy surrounding Georgia's voting laws. Truist Park, is being considered as a potential venue for the 2025 game. Other sites under consideration include Wrigley Field in Chicago and Fenway Park in Boston. Atlanta has previously hosted the All-Star Game in 1972 and 2000. The 2022 game will be hosted by the Texas Rangers, and the 2026 game will coincide with the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia.   Story 9: Wilkins   Isaiah Wilkins, a Greater Atlanta Christian graduate, has been promoted to assistant coach of the University of Virginia men's basketball program. Wilkins previously served as a graduate assistant at Virginia for the past two seasons. As a player, he had a successful career at Virginia, helping the team achieve multiple accomplishments, including ACC titles and NCAA tournament appearances. He was recognized as the ACC Defensive Player of the Year in 2018. After college, Wilkins played professionally in Europe and New Zealand, as well as in the NBA G League. He has been involved in player development, scouting, recruiting, and video analysis during his time on the coaching staff. Wilkins holds an undergraduate degree from UVA and recently completed his master's degree in higher education.   We'll have final thoughts after this   Break 4: Lawrenceville - Henssler 60 Thanks again for listening to today's Gwinnett Daily Post podcast. Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. 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In this episode, we sit with Chrissa McFarlane, the creator of Patientory. Chrissa joins the show to discuss the backstory behind her patient care app. With a background in emergent health, including managing a telemedicine company and consulting for pharma and EMRs, Chrissa was driven to create Patientory from the pain point of building the insurance side of the telemedicine company, as there was not a lot of consumer focus when it came to patient records. Patientory was born from the need for an easier, more organized system for patient records, and it revolutionized the healthcare industry by connecting patients with doctors over an app.   The conversation also delves into the need for consumer-friendly access to medical records, highlighting the difficulty that parents faced when trying to access their child's medical records through traditional methods. Patientory solves this problem by providing a digital health data wallet that allows users to access and manage their medical records from anywhere, making it easier for patients to keep track of their health data and stay on top of their healthcare needs.   What sets Patientory apart is its incorporation of blockchain and cryptocurrency, which allows patients to have control over their health data and potentially monetize it through a marketplace ecosystem. Additionally, Patientory provides rewards for users who take steps to improve their health, such as walking a certain number of steps. These rewards can come in the form of a crypto token, NFTs, or other forms of incentives, incentivizing users to stay active and engaged in their healthcare.   If your company is looking to scale its AI initiatives, head over to Tesoro AI (www.tesoroai.com). We are experts in AI strategy, staff augmentation, and AI product development. Founder Bio: Named one of the top women “leaving their mark on the MedTech field in Health IT,” by Becker's Hospital Review as the Founder and CEO of Patientory, Inc. Chrissa McFarlane publishes international healthcare research articles and actively writes for Forbes on emerging healthcare technological advances. In 2019, McFarlane authored her first book titled Future Women: Minority Female Entrepreneurship and the Fourth Industrial Revolution in the Era of Blockchain and Cryptocurrency. Devoted to fostering digital innovation in the healthcare industry, McFarlane served as co-chair of the Inaugural HIMSS18 Blockchain Workgroup, a member of the; HIMSS Interoperability & Health Information Exchange Committee, Ernst & Young's Entrepreneur Access Network and the World Economic Forum as a Technology Pioneer. With an array of professional experiences in the healthcare industry, specializing in technology transformation, delivering cost-efficient services and products for corporate 500 enterprises/ startups achieving prestigious awards, McFarlane serves as an Influencer for the Inaugural Class of the Metro Atlanta Chamber's Choose ATL campaign and Digital Influencer for HIMSS.     Time Stamps: 00:00 Chrissa McFarlane: Patientory and her background in emergent health 02:35 Challenges of accessing medical records 04:52 Benefits of Patientory for managing medical records and health data 08:31 Benefits of Blockchain and crypto in Healthcare 11:39 Leveraging dev shops and educating teams for a successful blockchain product launch 15:26 Patientory partnership-based approach to attracting users in the US 17:23 Raising capital for repository 22:31 Benefits of joining an accelerator for early-stage startups 25:02 conversation on regulatory compliance for blockchain and crypto companies 29:09 Exploring the blockchain development landscape 31:05 Managing time zone differences when hiring remote talent from Europe 33:41 How to get in contact with the Patientory team   Resources: Company website: https://patientory.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patientory_inc/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/patientory/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/patientory    

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is coming to Atlanta. Dan Corso, the president of the Atlanta Sports Council at Metro Atlanta Chamber, talks with Rose about preparations for the international sporting event and the lessons learned from the 1996 Olympic Games.Civil rights activist Angela Davis talks with Rose about her recent decision to return a proclamation from the City of Atlanta as the city moves forward with its plans to build a $90-million police and fire training facility at the Old Atlanta Prison Farm site, where prisoners worked in poor conditions for several decades.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michael Baptiste, Metro Atlanta Chamber's vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion, provides an update about MAC's ATL Action for Racial Equity initiative.U.S. Representative Lucy McBath recently announced that Lawrenceville will receive more than $7.7 million in infrastructure funding. Lawrenceville Mayor David Still discusses the current state of Lawrenceville's infrastructure and shares how federal funding will be disbursed. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Doraville police officer has been arrested in connection with the death of a 16-year-old Norcross teen whose body was found off State Route 316 last week. Gwinnett County police are still investigating how Susana Morales died. She went missing last July while walking home and her body was found near the Gwinnett-Barrow county line on February 6. Gwinnett law enforcement officials have not released details of how Doraville Police Officer Miles Bryant was involved in the Morales case. He has not been charged with killing Morales, but he has been charged with false report of a crime and concealing the death of another. Bryant is a Norcross resident, according to Gwinnett County police. Doraville police said they were notified on Monday afternoon that arrest warrants would be served against Bryant. Doraville officials said Bryant is no longer employed by the city's police department. A new bill would prohibit transgender Georgians under 18 from receiving gender-affirming hormone therapy or surgery. The Bill's main sponsor is Senator Clint Dixon, a Republican from Gwinnett County. The eight-page bill includes a long list of procedures that would be barred, including gender-affirming hormone therapy and surgical procedures. The legislation includes some exceptions, including for people who are “born with a medically verifiable disorder of sex development” and for the treatment of “a physical disorder … injury … or illness that is certified by a physician.” A physician who provides any of the services to a person under 18 would be considered to have committed “unprofessional conduct” and would be subject to discipline by their licensing board. The bill would also require school employees to inform parents if their child is transgender. Medical groups, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, support gender-affirming care for transgender children when the physician and family deem it appropriate. One unintended consequence of the bill could be the prohibition of circumcision, said state Senator Kim Jackson, a Democrat from Stone Mountain. That's because the bill includes a provision that would prohibit the removal of “any healthy or nondiseased body part or tissue.” Circumcision is a common practice and is a required or strongly encouraged in some religions, including Judaism and Islam. A statue of Martin Luther King Jr. that will be featured at the Rodney Cook Sr. Peace Park will reside in Atlanta, but it has major Gwinnett County connections. Local philanthropists Clyde and Sandra Strickland are helping fund the statue — which will depict Dr. King in a pastor's robe and holding an open Bible — and longtime Gwinnett artist Kathy Fincher is one of the sculptors. Fincher and the Stricklands are lifetime friends, and their collaboration on the MLK statue was born out of a mutual desire to depict the civil rights leader in a way he had not been previously shown. Kathy Fincher wanted to emphasize the role faith played in Dr. King's life. That's why she wanted to show him in a pastor's robe, looking upward while delivering his famous "I've Been to the Mountaintop" speech, which was also the wish of the National Monument Foundation. The sculpture, which she is working on with Athens artist Stan Mullin, also shows a Bible open to scripture about Moses. The statue will be unveiled on April 1 followed by a World Peace Revival "Peace Walk." Clyde Strickland said the sculpture will not only make its mark on that day, but for decades to come.  Legislation introduced into the Georgia House of Representatives Monday marks the latest effort to legalize sports betting in Georgia. House Bill 380, sponsored by state Representative Marcus Wiedower, a Republican from Watkinsville, is being supported by the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Like sports betting legislation floated in past years in the General Assembly, Wiedower's bill calls for sports betting to be overseen by the Georgia Lottery Corp. Unlike previous sports betting bills, the new measure would allow for two types of sports betting licenses. It calls for awarding up to 16 Type 1 licenses to companies that would provide online sports betting services. A second variety of licenses – known as Type 2 – would go to brick-and-mortar businesses in Georgia that would offer in-person sports betting. Sports betting legislation in past years has been limited strictly to online betting. Licensees would pay 15% of their adjusted gross incomes to the state in the form of a “privilege tax” that would be set aside to help fund education in Georgia. The bill sets out penalties for violators and includes provisions requiring companies involved in sports betting to offer programs to help problem gamblers. North Gwinnett Middle School orchestra teacher Sarah Ball has been honored with the 2023 Elizabeth A. H. Green School Educator Award. According to Gwinnett County Public Schools officials, Ball earned the recognition "for her profound impact on string education in her community, state, and beyond." The honor is a national award presented annually by the American String Teachers Association to one school string teacher with a current and distinguished career in a school orchestral setting. From her award nomination letter, her co-teacher Amy Clement stated, “… she is a passionate music educator who enjoys sharing her love of teaching with others. She has recruited countless numbers of students, mentored many student teachers, inspired hundreds of music educators, and of the highest compliment, she has even had several former students become orchestra teachers to follow in her footsteps.” As a creative mind and innovative advocate for string education, Ball has connected, inspired, taught, coached, and developed current and future generations of string students and teachers. According to GCPS officials, Ball has not only been a leader in Gwinnett County schools "but also shared her light beyond her school district with incomparable engagement and motivational strategies in state, local, regional, and national presentations, and guest clinician performances. Her service to the profession is greatly valued and appreciated." The award reviewers also noted these activities as incredibly influential – including serving as GMEA orchestra division chair, as Georgia ASTA president, and as a member-at-large on the national ASTA board. The impact that she has made in guest conducting roles not only influences those students in the ensembles, but also their teachers and families. Ball will receive the award during a presentation at the national conference in Orlando in March. Cherokee Bluff already knew Seckinger wasn't an ordinary first-year boys basketball program after the regular season meeting between the two teams in December. In case the host Bears had forgotten, however, the Jaguars gave them a reminder during their Region 8-AAAA Tournament quarterfinal Monday night at Cherokee Bluff. Seckinger got balanced scoring and held off multiple Cherokee Bluff attempts at a rally to earn the program's first state tournament bid with a 65-54 victory. Carter Watkins led Seckinger with 15 points, 10 rebounds and three assists, but had plenty of help, with three other players in double figures and a fourth nearly joining them. 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Brian Robinson is the founder of Robinson Republic. Brian served in communications for Congressman Lynn Weatmoreland. He was then communications director for Governor Nathan Deal. He frequently contributes to both Fox News and NPR. He is very involved in crafting messages and strategy for Georgia Governor Kemp, Attorney General Chris Carr, and the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Baptise and Margaret Beckley are part of Metro Atlanta Chamber, a 159-year-old organization that serves as a catalyst and represents the 29-county region's businesses, schools, and nonprofits. Michael is the Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and has over 15 years of experience in talent management and human resources. Margaret is Metro Atlanta Chamber's Program Manager for Economic Development. She is also the Manager at Atlanta Esports Alliance.Michael and Margaret join us to discuss how Metro Atlanta Chambers works with their esports community to hold events and promote social equity. They discuss Atlanta's history with diversity and equity and share supplier diversity projects that will attract major events. They explain how they can help diverse business owners get on equal footing in a white-male-dominated market. They also explain how they can address the inequality in the startup space."The goal is to make sure we have fair legislation and policies in place to make sure everyone has an equal playing field with regards to how we do business here.” - Michael BaptisteThis week on Breaking Barriers:●      Michael's and Margaret's roles within Metro Atlanta Chambers●      Upholding equity in gaming and the metaverse●      Focusing on the esports ecosystem as an industry●      The rich history of Atlanta regarding diversity and equity●      The events Metro Atlanta Chambers is working to attract●      Helping suppliers and business owners find their footing in their respective industries●      What it means to create integration and racial equity●      Making sure that entrepreneurial energy is equitable and across the board●      Addressing the inequality in the startup entrepreneurial spaceConnect with Michael Baptiste:●      ATL Action for Racial Equity●      Metro Atlanta Chamber on LinkedIn●      Michael Baptiste on LinkedInConnect with Margaret Beckley:●      Metro Atlanta Chamber●      Margaret Beckley on LinkedInThis podcast is brought to you by Hire Ground Hire Ground is a technology company whose mission is to bridge the wealth gap through access to procurement opportunities. Hire Ground is making the enterprise ecosystem more viable, profitable, and competitive by clearing the path for minority-led, women-led, LGBT-led, and veteran-led small businesses to contribute to the global economy as suppliers to enterprise organizations.For more information on getting started please visit us @ hireground.io today!If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.Apple Podcasts | TuneIn | GooglePlay | Stitcher | SpotifyBe sure to share your favorite episodes on social media and join us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. 

Michael Baptise and Margaret Beckley are part of Metro Atlanta Chamber, a 159-year-old organization that serves as a catalyst and represents the 29-county region's businesses, schools, and nonprofits. Michael is the Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and has over 15 years of experience in talent management and human resources. Margaret is Metro Atlanta Chamber's Program Manager for Economic Development. She is also the Manager at Atlanta Esports Alliance.Michael and Margaret join us to discuss how Metro Atlanta Chambers works with their esports community to hold events and promote social equity. They discuss Atlanta's history with diversity and equity and share supplier diversity projects that will attract major events. They explain how they can help diverse business owners get on equal footing in a white-male-dominated market. They also explain how they can address the inequality in the startup space."The goal is to make sure we have fair legislation and policies in place to make sure everyone has an equal playing field with regards to how we do business here.” - Michael BaptisteThis week on Breaking Barriers:●      Michael's and Margaret's roles within Metro Atlanta Chambers●      Upholding equity in gaming and the metaverse●      Focusing on the esports ecosystem as an industry●      The rich history of Atlanta regarding diversity and equity●      The events Metro Atlanta Chambers is working to attract●      Helping suppliers and business owners find their footing in their respective industries●      What it means to create integration and racial equity●      Making sure that entrepreneurial energy is equitable and across the board●      Addressing the inequality in the startup entrepreneurial spaceConnect with Michael Baptiste:●      ATL Action for Racial Equity●      Metro Atlanta Chamber on LinkedIn●      Michael Baptiste on LinkedInConnect with Margaret Beckley:●      Metro Atlanta Chamber●      Margaret Beckley on LinkedInThis podcast is brought to you by Hire Ground Hire Ground is a technology company whose mission is to bridge the wealth gap through access to procurement opportunities. Hire Ground is making the enterprise ecosystem more viable, profitable, and competitive by clearing the path for minority-led, women-led, LGBT-led, and veteran-led small businesses to contribute to the global economy as suppliers to enterprise organizations.For more information on getting started please visit us @ hireground.io today!If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.Apple Podcasts | TuneIn | GooglePlay | Stitcher | SpotifyBe sure to share your favorite episodes on social media and join us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. 

Introduction: Welcome to Five & Thrive: a weekly podcast highlighting the Southeast's most interesting news, entrepreneurs, and information of the week, all under 5 minutes.  My name is Jon Birdsong and I'm with Atlanta Ventures. Beta Product of the Week: This week's Beta Product of the week is led by serial entrepreneur, David Moeller. The name of his company is called Keep Technologies and their main product is called Knight. If you live in a major city, car break-ins are a dime a dozen. Keep Technologies has built a hardware product that sits in a cup holder and does everything from deterring thieves from approaching the vehicle, to record video of the crime, to notify the owner, and provide continual monitoring after the break-in. Knight's design is simple with a natural logo - a chess knight – and the pre-orders are racking up. Keep an eye out for Keep Technologies. Link in bio.  Companies Worth Applying To:  An exciting opportunity in the construction software space has opened up. RedTeam headquartered in Orlando, which recently acquired paskr out of Nashville, is looking for a VP of Sales. I remember speaking to the founder of paskr years ago and remembering how good their product was and solving a deep and validated need in the market – and most of the sales then were founder-led. Now through an acquisition and growth capital provided by Braemont Capital, RedTeam is ready to step on the gas with the addition of a talented and experienced VP of Sales. This role is remote and a superb opportunity to take a strong product to market.  Another company worth applying to is also out of Nashville and this company is called Lasso. Angela Alea is the President and CRO. Lasso's software helps run live events. Their customers produce events including the Super Bowl, The Oscars, The Grammys, Dreamforce, and more by offering 6 different products that unify event staff management tasks into one easy workflow via scheduling, communication, onboarding, time tracking, and more. They were on this year's Inc 5000 list and looking for a VP of Sales, Engineering talent, Dev Ops and more.  Events to Put on the Calendar:  I know we're only in September but what better time to start planning for October as it is a very busy one in Atlanta. The Metro Atlanta Chamber put together a good list of several keystone events including Venture Atlanta, Fintech South, A3C, TechStars Demo Day, and much more. We put a link to the list. Pick and choose as there are plenty of great options.  Question of the Week: Can entrepreneurs be made? This is a topic we discuss a lot out of Atlanta Ventures and with our friends. Here's my take: entrepreneurship levels are on a continuum, almost no different than athletes. Can athletes be made? Sure. Are some predisposed to winning championships because of natural God-given ability? Absolutely. However, when we hone in on entrepreneurs, I believe there are thousands who would go start a company if the mechanisms were there. For example, this past weekend, I spent all weekend with a new friend from Nashville. He is one of the top sales reps at a large enterprise SaaS company, does very well, yet in addition to trouncing quota, he has several AirBnB's, a side blog on food, traditional real estate, and a few other entrepreneurial outlets. So he is already an athlete, he is already an entrepreneur. Now the question resides with every person who wants to build a company or any athlete pursuing a sport, how much sacrifice and commitment is one willing to make to achieve their ambitions. So now we just brought in three other factors: ambition (which is a huge one), commitment, and sacrifice. If you are a top sales rep or performer, it doesn't have to be in sales, at a premier SaaS company, and you have the itch to start something, those are all factors weighing in on your decision to startup something. Fortunately in today's environment, where companies are started quickly in thousands of niche markets, there are several options than traditional routes. More on that in due time!   Annnnd, that's 5 minutes. Thank you for listening to Five and Thrive. We provide 5 minutes of quality information, so you can thrive in the upcoming week. Please subscribe to the show and spread the good word!    Resources discussed in this episode:   Beta Product of the Week:  Keep Technologies Companies Worth Applying To: Redteam Paskr Lasso VP Lasso Events to Put on your Calendar:  Metro Atlanta Chamber

In today's episode, Jeff Bond and William Smith host a conversation with Larry Williams, President and CEO of the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) at the FinTech South 2022 conference at the Georgia World Congress Center, presented by TAG. TAG is Georgia's largest technology association with over 20 professional societies, 150+ events, and 30,000 members all committed to building a more inclusive and diverse technology ecosystem. Larry shares his perspectives on the state of FinTech and the responsibility of its leaders in the areas of financial literacy, sustainability, inclusion, consumer payments, B2B, cryptocurrency, and more.  About Larry Williams Larry Williams brings more than 25 years of experience in global branding, international trade and finance, public and industrial policy, and administration and management to TAG. As the former president and CEO of The Beacon Council, Miami-Dade County's official economic development partnership, Williams helped facilitate local, national and international business growth and expansion programs. Under Williams' leadership The Beacon Council created and executed a new economic development framework to help the area grow and secure investments in today's innovation economy. This has resulted in $687 million in new investment, 119 company relocations or expansions, and more than 4,500 new jobs. From 2011 to 2014 Williams helped shape the vision for Atlanta's tech sector as vice president of technology development at the Metro Atlanta Chamber. He provided leadership and direction to the Chamber's Mobility Task Force, positioning Atlanta as a global hub of mobile technology, and to the Technology Leadership Council. RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE Follow Larry at https://www.linkedin.com/in/larrykwilliams/ Learn more at https://www.tagonline.org/ CREDITS Theme Music

Katie Kirkpatrick currently serves as the president and CEO of the 160-year-old Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC). Kirkpatrick is known for her public policy prowess, courageous leadership and more than a decade of driving impact through her work at MAC. As a graduate from Auburn University, Kirkpatrick is a registered professional engineer in several states and a member of the school’s 100+ Women Strong group of successful female engineering alumnae. Kirkpatrick is an alumna of Leadership Atlanta, a program designed to propel established leaders to further serve their communities. She is a volunteer with youth sports leagues in metro Atlanta and the Peachtree Road United Methodist Church.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining us today to talk about digital marketing, the importance of building an online presence, and new generations and their inherited knowledge of the digital space are Jean Marie Richarson and Ronnie Tullis.  Jean Marie is the President and CEO of iFOLIO, and she is a member of the Board of Directors at the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Jean Marie is also a speaker and a marketing solutionist.  Ronnie is the Digital Transformational Manager at iFOLIO, helping brands stand out and cut through the noise of the industry. He is an experienced marketer passionate about building genuine connections and finding opportunities to add value to the community.  In this episode, we delve into iFOLIO's creation, mission, and role in helping the gaming and esports community grow and expand. Jean Marie and Ronnie talked about their positions at the company and the importance of offering clients the proper tools for them to tell their stories.  We also talk about new generations and their access to information, their tendency to educate themselves through the internet, their entrepreneurial tendencies, and the different communities they have access to, thanks to video games. 

Joining us today to talk about digital marketing, the importance of building an online presence, and new generations and their inherited knowledge of the digital space are Jean Marie Richarson and Ronnie Tullis.  Jean Marie is the President and CEO of iFOLIO, and she is a member of the Board of Directors at the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Jean Marie is also a speaker and a marketing solutionist.  Ronnie is the Digital Transformational Manager at iFOLIO, helping brands stand out and cut through the noise of the industry. He is an experienced marketer passionate about building genuine connections and finding opportunities to add value to the community.  In this episode, we delve into iFOLIO's creation, mission, and role in helping the gaming and esports community grow and expand. Jean Marie and Ronnie talked about their positions at the company and the importance of offering clients the proper tools for them to tell their stories.  We also talk about new generations and their access to information, their tendency to educate themselves through the internet, their entrepreneurial tendencies, and the different communities they have access to, thanks to video games. 

DeKalb CEO Michael Thurmond discusses the county's $1.5 billion FY2022 budget.Plus, Michael Baptiste, Metro Atlanta Chamber's Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, discusses MAC's ATL Action for Racial Equity initiative and the results of its inaugural diversity, equity and inclusion assessment. Lastly, on April 4, 1968, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated. From the “Closer Look's” ATL 68 series, we revisit Roses' conversation with Xernona Clayton. Clayton recalls a conversation she had with Dr. King as she drove him to the airport to fly to Memphis and the moment she got the news of King's assassination.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"I had an authentic connection to the problem - a perspective on cultural connection. So it wasn't powering through rejection, it was neglecting it - because I just knew something they didn't.“ Tristan Walker is the Founder & CEO of Walker & Company Brands, acquired by Procter & Gamble in 2018. Walker & Co. is best known for best-selling brands like Bevel & Form - Healthy and Beauty designed for communities of color. So Tristan is not exactly a P&G Alumni, so what's the deal? Alongside our partners at P&G, we're thrilled to share a sneak peak of P&G's “More Than Soap” podcast - available exclusively each week to P&G Employees at GetMoreThanSoap.com. On “More Than Soap,” P&G shares weekly conversations with Inspiring guests, unique perspectives, and unconventional ideas. Prior to Founding Walker & Co, Tristan was Entrepreneur-In-Residence at Andreessen Horowitz, the prominent venture capital firm. He also served as Director of Business Development for Foursquare - managing strategic partnerships a brands like American Express, The New York Times, CNN, MTV, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, and Starbucks. Tristan's also had experiences with Boston Consulting Group and Twitter. Currently, Tristan serves on the Boards of Foot Locker, Shake Shack, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Tristan is also the Founder and Board Chairman of CODE2040, a program that matches high-performing Black and Latino undergraduate and graduate coders and software engineering students with Silicon Valley start-ups for summer internships. Fortune Magazine named him as one out of 50 of the “World's Greatest Leaders.” You'll enjoy this candid conversation about neglecting the laziness of others, and truly empathizing with your customer's experiences. “More Than Soap” is P&G's official internal podcast - available to all 100,000 P&G employees worldwide, and hosted by Dorion Positano, P&G's Director of New Business and Content Innovation. Interested in learning more about P&G's “More Than Soap” podcast, or P&G Studios, can reach out directly to Dorion on LinkedIn. GetMoreThanSoap.com

In a short span of five years, private 4G and 5G networks have stirred much excitement. But do the outcomes justify the hype? Enterprises wrestle with choices between Do-It-Yourself, managed services, and public operator network slices. How do neutral hosts and system integrators help? What are the most viable technologies for private wireless? Private network deployments are generally customized for the client, and it is hard to compare the costs and benefits. So do CIOs know how to evaluate their choices, and do they have the real-world data to compare? Are there pitfalls in implementation that they should consider while planning private network deployment? Let's find out.Our guest for today is Michael Zeto, Chief Commercial Officer at Boingo Wireless.  Michael is a wireless industry veteran. Before Boingo, he worked at AT&T as Vice President for Internet of Things solutions and Founder & General Manager for AT&T's Smart Cities solutions. He co-founded and served as CEO of Proximus Mobility. He also serves on the Board of Directors of the Metro Atlanta Chamber and Technology Association of Georgia.In short, he has extensive experience in the wireless industry and brings unique perspectives to new technology adoptions. In our discussion today, we will uncover a few things, such as: -        Specific examples of innovation leveraging private networks?-        Quantitative benefits of private networks?-        Adoption hurdles that still exist today, and -        How can enterprises navigate through the maze of choices? So, let us welcome Michael Zeto. 

2022 North Fulton Economic Outlook with Ian Wyatt, Principal Economist, Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce (GNFCC 400 Insider, Episode 71) Ian Wyatt, Principal Economist with the Metro Atlanta Chamber, joined host Kali Boatright to cover the North Fulton economic outlook for 2022. Ian discussed the strength of North Fulton schools, inflation, housing affordability, how childcare […] The post 2022 North Fulton Economic Outlook with Ian Wyatt, Principal Economist, Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Metro Atlanta Chamber SVP and Chief Economist Tom Cunningham on Georgia Business Radio Tom Cunningham,​ SVP and Chief Economist Metro Atlanta Chamber Thomas J. Cunningham is Senior Vice President and the Chief Economist for the Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC). Tom joined the MAC in July 2015 following a 30-year career at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. He is a specialist in open economy macroeconomic policy and regional analysis. At the MAC, he manages an internal team that supports the research and advocacy roles of the economic development and public policy departments. After starting his career at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta as an economist in the Macropolicy group, Tom served at various times as associate director of research, interim director of research, vice president for the Regional group where he was also responsible for the Latin American group, and acting head of the Finance group. He served on the Bank's Personnel, Information Technology, and Risk Management Committees and as a member of the Federal Reserve System's Information Security Group and Technology Services Council. He also was the acting director of, and helped establish, the Bank's Center for Real Estate Analytics. When Dr. Cunningham retired from the Fed, his title was Vice President, Senior Economist and Regional Executive. A native of Reedley, California, he received a bachelor's degree, summa cum laude, in economics from California State University, Fresno. He earned a master's degree, a master of philosophy, and a PhD in economics from Columbia University. He previously worked as an economics instructor at Barnard College at Columbia University and as an adjunct instructor at Iona College, Agnes Scott College and Emory University. He attended the executive development program at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School and is a member of Leadership Atlanta's class of 2018. Dr. Cunningham has published numerous professional articles and is a member of the American Economic Association, the Western Economic Association, and the Southern Economic Association. Topics to Discuss: National Employment Situation report contains some solid numbers, but mixed headlines. The solid numbers are in job gains, where the nation added 213,000 jobs, well above the market expectation of around 190,000. Revisions to the two previous months added another 37,000 jobs. The mixed part of the report is that the headline is the unemployment rate (U3) ticked up from 3.8% to 4.0%. The expectation was for no change. This was mostly due to an increase in the labor force participation, which moved up 0.2 percentage points after being essentially unchanged since February. At this point the economy needs the additional workers, so this is a fundamentally good thing. The broader measure of labor underutilization (U6) also rose 0.2 percentage points to 7.8%. Average hourly earnings rose 2.7% from a year ago, slightly below expectations, but about in line with recent history. Jobs gains were led by professional and business services, followed by manufacturing, which had a solid 30,000 job addition, mostly in durable goods. Strength was also seen in health care, construction, and mining. Retail was the only sector with a notable loss of jobs (-22,000), but that did not offset last month's gain of 25,000. Other sectors were essentially unchanged. All in all, a pretty good report, despite an easily misinterpreted rise in unemployment. ​Media Links: ​Web Site:   www.MetroAtlantaChamber.com Guest Linkedin Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-cunningham-6027134 Georgia Business Radio Interviewing industry and thought leaders with compelling stories. Relevant content on current business trends live from the Pro Business Channel studios in Atlanta. In addition to the live broadcast, GBR content is in distribution across multiple syndicated platforms with more than 500,000 downloads. Show Host: Rich Casanova,

David Rubinger: His Path to Publisher (See full show transcript below) Join Michael Flock of FLOCK Specialty Finance as he interviews David Rubinger, Market President and Publisher of the Atlanta Business Chronicle, the leading commercial journal in Atlanta, GA and one of the most successful in the United States. David is an award-winning journalist and corporate communications executive who returned to his roots at Atlanta Business Chronicle in 2015 to become its Market President and Publisher. He began his career in Atlanta as a reporter with the Atlanta Business Chronicle in 1989. He later served as managing editor and editor until joining the PR firm Ketchum in 1999. After Ketchum, David led global communications for Equifax, Inc. and later ran Rubinger, Inc., his own marketing firm based in Atlanta that ran media communications for RMA, Receivables Management Association for the credit and collections industry. David earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science degree from Trinity College in Hartford, CT. He serves on the boards of the Metro Atlanta Chamber, Atlanta Convention Center and Visitors Bureau, Junior Achievement of Georgia, Emory University Board of Visitors and Emory's Center for Ethics. David is a native of New York City, and currently, he and his wife reside in Atlanta, GA. Here is a glimpse of what David shared in the interview: “My autobiography would talk about family and the ability to connect with people in the business community and broader communities and how those relationships and being surrounded by really smart, interesting people helped move me along in my career.” “I feel like I am constantly getting an education from all the interesting people I get to run across.” “Life is too precious. Really stay focused on what's important in your life and keep driving in that direction and don't take any of it for granted.” “Learning to control what you can control. Stay focused on short-term objectives.” Capital Club Radio Hosted by: Michael Flock Sponsored by: Flock Specialty Finance Providing a forum for leaders in the middle market segment which has typically been undeserved by traditional banking. Listeners gain valuable business insights and perspectives to deal with market uncertainty. Topics include: key success factors, both personal and professional, dealing with adversity, outlook for the industry and your business. For more info about Michael Flock and Flock Specialty Finance visit: http://www.FlockFinance.com To listen to more episodes visit: http://www.CapitalClubRadio.com To nominate or submit a guest request visit: http://www.OnAirGuest.com To view more photos visit: http://www.ProBusinessPictures.com Full Show Transcript: David Rubinger, Publisher of the Atlanta Business Chronicle on Capital Club Radio Opening: [00:00:00] Broadcasting live from the Pro Business Channel studios in Atlanta, Georgia. It's time for Capitol Club Radio brought to you by Flock Specialty Finance, please welcome your host Chairman and CEO, Michael Flock. Michael Flock: [00:00:14] Welcome to Capitol Club Radio. We are delighted today to interview and talk with one of the celebrities in the, the Atlanta journalism circles David Rubinger, who is currently the publisher of the Atlanta business Chronicle, I think it's probably the leading commercial journal in Atlanta. And one of the most successful in the United States. David worked here, interestingly, as editor in the 1990s.  Prior to becoming publisher, David had founded his own PR firm. He ran corporate communications for Equifax and headed the corporate media relations for Ketchum a global public relations agency, but when David was running his own PR firm and that is when I met David he focused on RMA, the receivables management association of America, and that was in the credit and collections industry. He currently serves on the boards of the Metro Atlanta chamber.

In this episode, I chat with Maria Thacker-Goethe, the CEO of Georgia Bio. Maria Thacker-Goethe has more than 13 years of experience in non-profit management and development. She was appointed president and CEO for Georgia Bio and the Georgia BioEd Institute in February 2019. Maria has helped build the organization into one of the top state bioscience and medtech associations through her community outreach and engagement, member development, and leadership on various special projects and programs to increase community connections and resources. Additionally, she had been responsible for conceiving, developing and executing a comprehensive internal and external communications strategy. In addition to her work with Georgia Bio, Maria is Executive Director of the Georgia Global Health Alliance which strives to advance global health equity by promoting and facilitating collaboration amongst business, academia, non-profits and government organizations within Georgia and linking them with partners in the US and other countries. Officially launched in late 2016, GGHA is working with the global health community in Georgia, local community business leaders, and national partners to develop strategy and organize the sector to embrace collaboration and speak with a collective voice. GGHA is a lead partner along with the Metro Atlanta Chamber and Deloitte for the Global Health ATL campaign. GGHA is housed within Georgia Bio. Maria has a diverse background including environmental health, women's health and health communications and marketing. Prior to joining Georgia Bio, Maria participated in a fellowship at Centers for Disease Control & Prevention/Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry in environmental investigations, working closely with the National Center of Environmental Health in Chemical Demilitarization. Maria serves as a board member of the CJD Foundation, the Southeast Life Sciences Association, the Council of State Bioscience Associations, the Coalition of State Bioscience Institutes, and the Kennesaw State University Research and Service Foundation. She is a 2019 recipient of the Atlanta Business Chronicle's 40 Under 40 Award for career achievements and having demonstrated social responsibility; 2019 recipient of the Metro Atlanta Chamber Phoenix Award for her role as an ambassador for life sciences and global health in the state of Georgia; and 2009 recipient of the Power 30 Under 30 Award for professional and community excellence. Maria received her Master in Public Health in health education/communication, and maternal and child health from Tulane School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, and her Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from Sweet Briar College. Additionally, Maria has volunteered for over 10 years with the Junior League of Atlanta/La Amistad Estrellitas program which works to empower Latina teens. When she is not busy working or volunteering, she spends her time with her daughter Cecilia and husband Patrick. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theraredisorderpodcast/support

Grant Wainscott is the Vice President of Ecosystem Expansion at the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Grant leads a team of professional global economic developers to retain, expand, and attract new jobs and investment to the metro Atlanta region. Grant is a seasoned global executive with over 20 years of experience in economic and community development, organizational development, and cross-border initiatives and partnerships. Previously, Grant was the Director of the Office of Economic Development and Film for the Clayton County Board of Commissioners, the Director of Economic Development for the City of Morrow, and the Vice President of Community and Economic Development for the Clayton County Chamber of Commerce. In this episode… The city of Atlanta is many things to many people, but it's increasingly becoming known for one thing in the technology world: cybersecurity. So, how has Atlanta grown into the cybersecurity hub it is today? Grant Wainscott, a member of the Metro Atlanta Chamber, says you can't grow a region without amazing partners. It's not just the businesses that are forging the city — it's the market makers, the market movers, and the people that can help tell Atlanta's story. In order to make a region their hub, companies want transparency from the experts — the good, the bad, and the ugly — and the Metro Atlanta Chamber and other specialists in the cybersecurity space are doing just that. In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels sit down with Grant Wainscott, Vice President of Ecosystem Expansion for the Metro Atlanta Chamber, to discuss how Atlanta has become a focal point for cybersecurity companies. Grant talks about how the city's cybersecurity efforts have changed over the last few years, his predictions for its future technology ecosystem, and why community is the key to building better collaboration between the cybersecurity and privacy spaces.

Of all the things minority-owned business might want, getting on the radar screen of a large enterprise is pretty near the top of the list. And yet, given the realities of modern business, without a little support from specialized organizations, that opportunity might never come to pass. In this episode of the #SupplyChainCity series, which features big business leaders based in Supply Chain Now's home city of Atlanta, we hear two leaders speaking about the efforts being made to help minority-owned businesses connect with large companies who appreciate the value they bring. Stacey Key is the President and CEO of the Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council (GMSDC), and George Richter is the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain Management at Cox Communications. Cox Communications was one of the founding members of the GMSDC in 1976 and remains a strong supporter of the diversity movement to this day. To better understand the progress that has been made over the last 45 years and the work that remains to be done, Co-hosts Scott Luton and Ben Harris, Director of Supply Chain Ecosystem Expansion for the Metro Atlanta Chamber, interview Stacey and George about: • What it means to be a small and/or diversity owned business, and why certifications play an important part in the diversity movement • Why accountability is just as important as intent in supplier diversity • The steps that large corporations need to take today to have the desired economic impact in communities of color Additional Links & Resources: Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now Subscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe (https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe) Register for the 6 River Systems FLOW 2021: https://bit.ly/2YO8Too (https://bit.ly/2YO8Too) Register for the OMNIA Partners Connections Conference: https://bit.ly/3jHlwdv (https://bit.ly/3jHlwdv) WEBINAR- State of the Supply Chain Report – Priorities for Building Resiliency in Your Supply Network: https://bit.ly/2XIRZHf (https://bit.ly/2XIRZHf) Download the 2021 Q2 U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index: https://bit.ly/3f1LO6S (https://bit.ly/3f1LO6S) This episode was hosted by Scott Luton and Ben Harris. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/creating-opportunity-why-results-important-intent-728

Glen Gould began his career at the age of 11 working for a catering company more years ago than he'd like to admit. At 13 he took his first “real” job working at Dairy Queen and progressed to night manager at Taco Tico at age 15. Following his dream of being a professional golfer, Glen worked at world-class resorts including The Tournament Players' Club at Sawgrass where he learned first-hand how to treat customers. It was during his time as a Golf Professional that Glen began to truly study successful people and organizations with the intention of learning what they do, how they do it, and replicating their results. Using what he learned about how successful people connect, Glen became the president of the Punta Gorda (FL) Chamber of Commerce and later the Director of Small to Midsized Business at the Metro Atlanta Chamber. He concluded his chamber career at the Newnan-Coweta Chamber (2015 Small Chamber of the Year). He's started four multi-million-dollar enterprises from the ground up and is a partner in Dry Cleaning Connection with his wife Tammy and sons Grant and Carson. He's authored four books including Meet Me at Starbucks and 101 Networking Nuggets. He's also failed more times than most people try, learning more from his failures than from his successes. Today Glen inspires audiences to achieve more through entertaining and thought-provoking talks that include role-playing, interaction, and sometimes just plain fun. You can connect with Glen and find out more about Dry Cleaning Connection at drycleaningconnetion.com or contact Glen via email at glen@drycleaningconnection.com. If you are interested in having Glen speak at your business or function, you can connect with him on Facebook at "SpeakerGlenGould."

On this episode, I chat with Alex Gonzalez (Chief Innovation Officer of the Metro Atlanta Chamber and founder of Disruptor Studio) about lessons we learned from 2020 and the learnings we will take into 2021. Don't forget to subscribe! About me: Email Newsletter: https://jeffhilimire.com/newsletter/ CEO: Dragon Army (https://dragonarmy.com) Blog: https://jeffhilimire.com My books: * The 5-Day Turnaround: https://amzn.to/2MNOYg6 * The Crisis Turnaround: https://amzn.to/2MSfwNf LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/jeffhilimire Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeffhilimire About Alex Gonzalez: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/agonz Medium: https://medium.com/@alexginnovation Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexginnovation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexginnovation --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jeff-hilimire/message

  Dan Corso is president of the Atlanta Sports Council, the arm of the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce that serves as a recruiter for major regional, national, and international sporting events. The ASC was instrumental in the selection of …

Today I speak with Mr. Grant Wainscott – Grant is VP of ECOSYSTEM EXPANSION for the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce….that sounds like a big job – we'll find out about that – and going into a place that's been blowing UP in Georgia – and around the world – is E-Sports – Grant is the Vice Chairman of the E-SPORTS ALLIANCE - - which is part of the ATLANTA SPORTS COUNCIL led by Mr. Dan Corso. The significance of putting E-Sports alongside the NFL, the NBA ans well as Major League Baseball – is a sign of the times AND of things to come. Lets' to to Grant Wainscott – thanks for listening to The Blackhall Studio Podcast

In this episode of “It’s Complicated: Doing Business During Coronavirus”: • Top business headlines for the week of July 10. • Insurance firm CareSource teams up with the Metro Atlanta Chamber to support Black-owned businesses affected by Covid-19. • Second Century AG talks hemp production in Georgia. It could be the state’s new cash crop. • The Dragon Con sci-fi convention in the age of coronavirus.

Plus, state librarian Julie Walker discusses the process of re-opening the states’ libraries. And, newly named President of the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Katie Kirkpatrick shares her vision for the organization’s future.

A global economic slowdown due to the coronavirus has greatly affected the recruitment industry. What type of “proactive” mindset should a recruiter possess in order to avoid just being “reactive” to the situation? How do you build your business despite economic challenges?  In this episode of the Resilient Recruiter, my special guest, Christy Brown shares her story on how she built a company in 2007, yes, you read it right, during the great recession. Listen to how creativity, technology enablement, and being agile helped her build, scale, and sell her staffing companies. Christy is a serial entrepreneur, investor, startup advisor, mentor, founder, futurist, triathlete.  Prior to becoming a Venture Capitalist, Christy was the Executive Vice President of a Fortune 100 human capital management software company where she led the business transformation and client success organizations globally. Christy has scaled three service-based companies focused on digital marketing, human capital, and security consulting. Episode Outline and Highlights [3:00] A former IRONMAN competitor, Christy shared how her competing translates to business. [6:00] Christy's staffing journey.  [8:40] What it was like to start a staffing firm during the recession. [10:00] Christy's two learnings that lead to improvement and innovation. [12:00] Christy's business model that brought significant success in winning new clients. [15:00] Four factors that led to Christy's start-up success. [22:45] A monthly meeting with all your placed candidates? Listen to why Christy did it. [27:30] Convincing clients to hire remotely - Christy mentioned least two elements  [30:00] What Christy believes is the number one growth area in recruiting [35:00] Christy talks about “technology enablement”  [38:30] How technology will drive the future of the recruiting industry. [44:00] Listen to Christy's “regret” from a founder's perspective. [47:02] Two practical ideas to navigate this challenging economy [53:00] Christy's view on inclusion and women empowerment  Starting a Business During the Great Recession Back in 2007, Christy started her own staffing firm.  It may not have been the best time to start a new business, and as she mentioned, “For me, it became a firefight.” Comparing the situation before with what we are facing now, this is how she puts it  “It was a very interesting time, we can compare it to some of the things that are happening in this current healthcare crisis today. Massive fallouts to the economy occurring, a large banking crisis that we are still coming out of.” Despite the situation, Christy focused on the opportunity being presented to build her business. Christy laid out her mistakes and learnings, her business model, and the factors that led to her start-up success. Technology Will Drive the Future of the Recruiting Industry Christy gave her take on “technology enablement” and how technology will drive the future of the recruiting industry. As she puts it, “I think technology enablement and recruiting is probably the number one growth area that I look even from an investment lens. It is one of those things that has to grow, it has to accelerate, and we have to influence it.” Listen to her philosophy on how utilizing technology will help recruiters stay relevant. Inclusion and Woman Empowerment One of the biggest challenges Christy faced is, “Sometimes, being the only female in the room of technologists.” Hear her meaningful thoughts about inclusion and women empowerment in a corporate setting.  Christy Brown Bio and Contact Info Christy has held a number of executive leadership roles over the past 20 years but in 2019, became the Managing Executive Partner of a venture capital firm focused on pairing venture capital with shared services in a studio environment to scale rapidly with services to support early-stage startups.  Prior to assuming the executive investment role, Christy was the Executive Vice President at a Fortune 100 human capital management software company where she leads the business transformation & client success organization globally. Christy is a serial entrepreneur and founder and has scaled three service-based companies focused on digital marketing, human capital and security consulting which she exited across a 12-year interval.  Following the last exit, she became a consummate innovator and aligned to multiple startups incubators as a mentor and advisor.  She also serves as a board member across the Atlanta ecosystem including the Entrepreneur's Organization, Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, American Cancer Society,  Technology Association of Georgia and various advisor and board roles across early and series stage startups in technology.    Christy's website Christy on LinkedIn Christy on Twitter @downtown_CB Tone Networks website Launchpad2x on LinkedIn People and Resources Mentioned IRONMAN website AJ Anderson on LinkedIn Lee Charles on LinkedIn Kat Cole on LinkedIn Jordan Lawrence on LinkedIn Connect with Mark Whitby Get your FREE 30-minute strategy call: www.RecruitmentCoach.com/Breakthrough Mark on LinkedIn Mark on Twitter: @MarkWhitby Mark on Facebook Mark on Instagram: @RecruitmentCoach Mark on YouTube Subscribe to The Resilient Recruiter      

Hear Alex Gonzalez, a seasoned corporate executive and head of innovation from the Metro Atlanta Chamber, talk about how COVID-19 is creating a new innovation ecosystem, and what you should do next.

In this episode Jon Birdsong sits down with Hala Moddelmog, CEO of the Metro Atlanta Chamber.  Hala was born and raised in Georgia and began her career as a financial analyst at Arby's Restaurant Group. Over the years, she scaled the corporate ladder and busted glass ceilings becoming the first woman to lead an international restaurant company as the President of Church's Chicken. Hala transitioned back to the first company she worked for, Arby's, but this time as President and CEO. Over the past 6 years she's led the Metro Atlanta Chamber through unprecedented growth. We talk about how a Chamber can drive real value, initiatives she would have prioritized earlier, and of course leadership stories along the way.  The Atlanta Story is put together by the folks at Atlanta Ventures -- and we can't wait to share some of the personalities behind the brand. Atlanta Ventures invests in entrepreneurs through community, content, and capital -- most notably through our Studio with companies like Greenzie and Intown Golf Club. We believe the best entrepreneurs learn from other great artists in different fields. In this episode, we discuss… What are the strategic pillars of the Metro Atlanta Chamber CEO? (2:30) What makes a successful Metro Atlanta Chamber CEO? (4:00)  How did Hala find and decide on the Metro Atlanta Chamber role? (5:32) When Hala first started, how did she want to make her mark on the MAC? (7:15) Why and how is Atlanta's Chamber more impactful than other chambers across the country? (8:30)  Is Atlanta still “The City Too Busy to Hate?” (10:32) When Hala became the first female leader of an international restaurant group, was it acknowledged as a ground breaking accomplishment or an accomplishment that didn't garner special attention? (12:15)  What specific leadership style led Hala to the C-Suite? (13:25) How does an Atlanta Metro Chamber CEO recruit successfully? (15:10)  What makes a successful public-private partnership? (17:30)  What are the 2-3 initiatives that must continue at MAC for it to maintain its success? (19:21) What would Hala have done differently six years ago knowing what she knows now? (20:20) Hala talks about her childhood and how her career led to business. (24:10) What advice does Hala have for graduating seniors today? (26:50) Hala shares some of the highs and lows of the Metro Atlanta Chamber. (28:00) What is Atlanta going to do to fix its traffic problem? (30:10) What are some of the initiatives she is most proud of? (32:50) How do local sports affect the city's brand and momentum? (35:10) What's Hala's favorite restaurant in town? (37:10) Why Atlanta and what has Atlanta done for Hala? (37:30)  How you can get involved:  Visit atlantaventures.com/studio if you're interested in learning more about Atlanta Ventures and the Studio.    Where you can find us: Website: www.atlstory.com Twitter: @theatlantastory Instagram: @theatlantastory YouTube: Here Subscribe to the newsletter here.

Just as there are no two recipes that contain the exact same ingredients or measurements, there are no two success stories exactly the same. Recipe for Success features entrepreneurs, visionary leaders and innovators of all ages who will share their ingredients that make them successful - personally and professionally. Let's Get Cooking! This episode welcomes Jack Harris, President & Chief Executive Officer of 3DE Schools, an organization focused on transforming high school education to significantly expand economic opportunity. Through integrated public/private partnerships, 3DE uses case methodology to re-engineer learning and create academic environments that are more relevant, experiential, and authentically connected to life beyond the classroom walls. In 2015, Harris spearheaded the pilot launch of the first 3DE high school in one of metro Atlanta's highest-poverty and lowest-performing high schools, leading to a 47 percent increase in graduation rates and a 30 percent reduction in transiency in four short years. 3DE was incubated within Junior Achievement of Georgia, where Jack was President & CEO for 10 years, after initially joining the JA Worldwide organization as the Director of International Operations in 2002. Harris is currently leading the $55 million effort to expand 3DE to 55 schools by 2024, building to the long-term goal of 500 schools by 2030. Jack holds a degree in Politics and a certificate in Political Economy from Princeton University, and spent parts of his early career in both education and business. He serves on the Board of the Metro Atlanta Chamber, and is a member of YPO Southern 7. Harris often speaks on the role of public/private partnerships in education, and has been recognized for his work in education and economic development, being named one of Atlanta Business Chronicle's 40 under 40 in 2009 and one of Atlanta's Most Admired CEOs in 2017. Learn more about 3DE at https://www.3deschools.org/. Recipe For Success is filmed live every Wednesday afternoon at 1 pm in the Huizenga Catering Kitchen at JA World Huizenga Center at the Lillian S. Wells Pavilion. It is hosted by Laurie Sallarulo, President & CEO of Junior Achievement of South Florida. The show appears live on video on Facebook and Instagram. The audio is posted two days later on JA’s YouTube Channel and various podcast sites.

[Recorded on Friday March 27th] On today’s episode of The Atlanta Small Business Show, Jim has an in-depth conversation with Tom Cunningham, Senior VP and Chief Economist at the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce on the resources available to small business owners during the coronavirus pandemic. They also touch on recommendations for pro-active communication with your vendors and creditors and Tom’s role in the state of Georgia’s Economic sub-committee. Tune-in to hear more. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business-shows/atlanta-small-business-show/resources-and-recommendations-for-small-businesses-amid-the-coronavirus-epidemic-tom-cunningham-metro-atlanta-chamber-of-commerce/

"The State of the #SupplyChainCity: An Interview with Ben Harris of the Metro Atlanta Chamber” Supply Chain Now, Episode 275 This episode features Ben Harris and Will Haraway. Ben Harris is Director of Supply Chain Ecosystem Expansion for the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Ben comes to the Metro Atlanta Chamber after serving as Senior Manager, Market Development for Manhattan Associates. There, Ben was responsible for developing Manhattan’s sales pipeline and overall Americas supply chain marketing strategy. Ben oversaw market positioning, messaging and campaign execution to build awareness and drive new pipeline growth. Prior to joining Manhattan, Ben spent four years with the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s Center of Innovation for Logistics where he played a key role in establishing the Center as a go-to industry resource for information, support, partnership building, and investment development. Additionally, he became a key SME for all logistics and supply chain-focused projects. Ben began his career at Page International, Inc. where he drove continuous improvement in complex global supply chain operations for a wide variety of businesses and Fortune 500 companies. Learn more about the Metro Atlanta Chamber here: www.metroatlantachamber.com Will Haraway is Founder & Lead Evangelist at Backbeat Marketing. Will has 20 years of executive experience in B2B Technology Marketing. Will is a certified analyst relations practitioner by the Knowledge Capital Group and has helped companies including Manhattan Associates, Aptos, Atlantix Global Systems, American Software and Rubicon Global improve their brand reputations with marketing results that help increase sales. Will also serves as a member of the APICS Atlanta Executive Advisory Board. Learn more about Backbeat Marketing here: www.backbeatmarketing.com Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Subscribe to Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnowradio.com/subscribe/ Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/ Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gswhite/ Connect with Will on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gswhite/ Connect with Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminjharris1/ SCN Ranked #1 Supply Chain Podcast via FeedSpot: https://tinyurl.com/rud8y9m Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo: https://rla.org/event/80 SCNR to Broadcast Live at MODEX 2020: https://www.modexshow.com/ SCNR to Broadcast Live at AME Atlanta 2020 Lean Summit: https://www.ame.org/ame-atlanta-2020-lean-summit 2020 Atlanta Supply Chain Awards: https://www.atlantasupplychainawards.com/ SCNR on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/scnr-youtube The Latest Issue of the Supply Chain Pulse: https://conta.cc/2UmsuI3 Learn More about Resilience360: https://www.resilience360.dhl.com/ Coronavirus Impact on Supply Chain Operations: https://tinyurl.com/wfgqtpv 2020 AIAG Supply Chain Summit: https://www.aiag.org/store/events/details?EventCode=E20SUPPLY 2020 Corporate Responsibility Summit: https://www.aiag.org/store/events/details?EventCode=E20CRSMMT Check Out News From Our Sponsors The Effective Syndicate: https://www.theeffectivesyndicate.com/blog U.S. Bank: https://www.usbpayment.com/transportation-solutions Capgemini: https://www.capgemini.com/us-en/ Vector Global Logistics: http://vectorgl.com/ APICS Atlanta: https://apicsatlanta.org TalentStream: https://talentstreamstaffing.com/ Verusen: https://www.verusen.com/ ProPurchaser.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6l2kh7g Supply Chain Real Estate: https://supplychainrealestate.com/ This episode was hosted by Greg White and Scott Luton. For more information, plese visit our dedicated show page at www.supplychiannowradio.com/episode-275

With a population of nearly 6 million people, the Atlanta metropolitan area is home to a very diverse group of professionals.  On this episode of South Pod, I sit down with the Chief Innovation Officer for the Metro Atlanta Chamber, Alex Gonzalez live at Venture Atlanta to discuss all the city has to offer!

“Conference Takeaways, Cannabis Supply Chain, Trade Update & More” The #SupplyChainCity Series on Supply Chain Now Radio SCNR 184 Hosted by Vector Global Logistics Learn more: www.VectorGL.com This episode features the #SupplyChainCity team of Will Haraway, Ben Harris, and Scott Luton. Will Haraway is Founder & Lead Evangelist at Backbeat Marketing. Will has 20 years of executive experience in B2B Technology Marketing. Will is a certified analyst relations practitioner by the Knowledge Capital Group and has helped companies including Manhattan Associates, Aptos, Atlantix Global Systems, American Software and Rubicon Global improve their brand reputations with marketing results that help increase sales. Will also serves as a member of the APICS Atlanta Executive Advisory Board. The Backbeat team includes lead generation, digital marketing, media relations and content marketing specialists with a combined 50 years of experience in their chosen disciplines. Learn more about Backbeat Marketing here: www.backbeatmarketing.com Ben Harris is Director of Supply Chain Ecosystem Expansion for the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Ben comes to the Metro Atlanta Chamber after serving as Senior Manager, Market Development for Manhattan Associates. There, Ben was responsible for developing Manhattan’s sales pipeline and overall Americas supply chain marketing strategy. Ben oversaw market positioning, messaging and campaign execution to build awareness and drive new pipeline growth. Prior to joining Manhattan, Ben spent four years with the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s Center of Innovation for Logistics where he played a key role in establishing the Center as a go-to industry resource for information, support, partnership building, and investment development. Additionally, he became a key SME for all logistics and supply chain-focused projects. Ben began his career at Page International, Inc. where he drove continuous improvement in complex global supply chain operations for a wide variety of businesses and Fortune 500 companies. An APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Ben holds an Executive Master’s degree in Business Administration (EMBA) and bachelor’s degree in International Business (BBA) from the Terry College at the University of Georgia. Learn more about the Metro Atlanta Chamber here: www.metroatlantachamber.com. Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode Bed Bath & Beyond Story: https://tinyurl.com/yyplq2ag UPS Drone Progress: https://tinyurl.com/yyzgzpl2 Connect with Will on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gswhite/ Connect with Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminjharris1/ Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/ SCNR to Broadcast Live at SC Logistics 2019 Fall Tech Talk: https://tinyurl.com/y2mttrg8 eft Logistics CIO Forum in Austin, TX: https://tinyurl.com/y5po7tvw SCNR to Broadcast Live at CSCMP Atlanta Roundtable Event: https://tinyurl.com/y43lywrd Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo: https://rla.org/calendar/1 SCNR to Broadcast Live at MODEX 2020: https://www.modexshow.com/ SCNR on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/scnr-youtube Check Out News From Our Sponsors The Effective Syndicate: https://www.theeffectivesyndicate.com/blog Spend Management Experts: https://spendmanagementexperts.com/ APICS Atlanta: https://apicsatlanta.org TalentStream: https://talentstreamstaffing.com/ Verusen: https://www.verusen.com/ Georgia Manufacturing Alliance: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/ ProPurchaser.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6l2kh7g Supply Chain Real Estate: https://supplychainrealestate.com/ Vector Global Logistics: http://vectorgl.com/ This episode was hosted by Scott Luton. For more information, please visit our dedicated show page at: www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-184

"Truck Driver Appreciation Week: Featuring Roadrunner Freight & TeamOne Logistics" Supply Chain Now Radio, Episode 158 Hosted by Vector Global Logistics Learn more: www.vectorgl.com Episode 158 of Supply Chain Now Radio features Frank Hurst and Page Siplon. Frank Hurst has served as President of Roadrunner Freight since June 2017, and prior to this position was SVP-Sales and Marketing from January 2017 to June 2017. Previously, Mr. Hurst spent 3 years as VP/GM for North American Corporation, a distributor of packaging products, equipment and service based in Glenview, IL. From August 2012 to December 2013, he was Executive Vice President for Vitran Express, where he was responsible for the turnaround, sale, and transition of the US LTL operation. Mr. Hurst spent 16 years at FedEx Freight, where he was VP- Divisional Operations from July of 2007 to August of 2012. A graduate of the University of Arkansas with a degree in Transportation/Logistics, he holds a Certification in Transportation and Logistics (CTL) from the American Society of Transportation and Logistics. Page Siplon serves as CEO at TeamOne Logistics. He is a seasoned and active industry participant, recognized by DC Velocity Magazine as a “2012 Logistics Rainmaker” which annually identifies the top-ten logistics professionals in the Nation; and named a “Pro to Know” by Supply & Demand Executive Magazine in 2014. Page was selected by Georgia Trend Magazine as one of the “Top 100 Most Influential Georgians” for 2013, 2014 and 2015. He also serves various industry leadership roles at both the State and Federal level. Currently, Page serves on the board of directors for the Transportation Club of Atlanta, CSCMP’s Atlanta Round-table, and co-chairs the Metro Atlanta Chamber’s Supply Chain Leadership Council. Page honorably served a combined 12 years in the United States Marine Corps and United States Air Force. Originally from New York, Page received both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in electrical and computer engineering with a focus on digital signal processing from the Georgia Institute of Technology. He also earned an associate’s degree in advanced electronic systems from the Air Force College, and completed multiple military leadership academies. Learn more about TeamOne Logistics: www.teamonelogistics.com Upcoming Events & Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Help with Hurricane Dorian Relief: https://www.alanaid.org/ Connect with Frank on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-hurst-5685712/ Learn more about Roadrunner Freight: https://freight.rrts.com/Pages/Home.aspx Connect with Page on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pagesiplon/ Learn more about TeamOne Logistics: http://www.teamonelogistics.com/ Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gswhite/ Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/ 2019 AIAG/SCAC Supply Chain & Quality Conference: https://myscma.com/scac-events/2019-supply-chain-quality/ Georgia Manufacturing Summit on October 9th: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/annual-summit eft Logistics CIO Forum in Austin, TX: https://tinyurl.com/y5po7tvw Reverse Logistics Association Conference & Expo: https://rla.org/calendar/1 SCNR to Broadcast Live at MODEX 2020: https://www.modexshow.com/ SCNR on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/scnr-youtube Check Out News From Our Sponsors: The Effective Syndicate: https://www.theeffectivesyndicate.com/blog APICS Atlanta: https://apicsatlanta.org TalentStream: https://talentstreamstaffing.com/ Verusen: https://www.verusen.com/ Georgia Manufacturing Alliance: https://www.georgiamanufacturingalliance.com/ ProPurchaser.com: https://tinyurl.com/y6l2kh7g Supply Chain Real Estate: https://supplychainrealestate.com/ Vector Global Logistics: http://vectorgl.com/ This episode was hosted by Greg White and Scott Luton. For more information, please visit our dedicated show page at: www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-158.

For over a decade, Richard Makerson, CEO and Managing Partner of Atlanta-based BlueFletch, has taken the company from a small tech startup to a full-fledged mobile technology firm whose clients include Coca-Cola, Delta Air Lines, and Home Depot. His determination and tenacity in the face of the country’s worst economic recession led him to become the 2018 Small Business Person of the Year from the Atlanta Business Chronicle and Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce.

“The #SupplyChainCity Crew Talks Tech, Trends & Trade Shows” Supply Chain Now Radio, Episode 127 Hosted by Arnall Golden Gregory LLP Learn more: www.agg.com This episode features the #SupplyChainCity Team: Ben Harris, Will Haraway, and Scott Luton. Ben Harris is Director of Supply Chain Ecosystem Expansion for the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Ben comes to the Metro Atlanta Chamber after serving as Senior Manager, Market Development for Manhattan Associates. There, Ben was responsible for developing Manhattan’s sales pipeline and overall Americas supply chain marketing strategy. Ben oversaw market positioning, messaging and campaign execution to build awareness and drive new pipeline growth. Prior to joining Manhattan, Ben spent four years with the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s Center of Innovation for Logistics where he played a key role in establishing the Center as a go-to industry resource for information, support, partnership building, and investment development. Additionally, he became a key SME for all logistics and supply chain-focused projects. Ben began his career at Page International, Inc. where he drove continuous improvement in complex global supply chain operations for a wide variety of businesses and Fortune 500 companies. An APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Ben holds an Executive Master’s degree in Business Administration (EMBA) and bachelor’s degree in International Business (BBA) from the Terry College at the University of Georgia. Learn more about the Metro Atlanta Chamber here: www.metroatlantachamber.com Will Haraway is Founder & Lead Evangelist at Backbeat Marketing. Will has 20 years of executive experience in B2B Technology Marketing. Will is a certified analyst relations practitioner by the Knowledge Capital Group and has helped companies including Manhattan Associates, Aptos, Atlantix Global Systems, American Software and Rubicon Global improve their brand reputations with marketing results that help increase sales. Will also serves as a member of the APICS Atlanta Executive Advisory Board. The Backbeat team includes lead generation, digital marketing, media relations and content marketing specialists with a combined 50 years of experience in their chosen disciplines. Learn more about Backbeat Marketing here: www.backbeatmarketing.com Scott W. Luton is the founder of Supply Chain Now Radio. He has worked extensively in the end-to-end Supply Chain industry for more than 15 years, appearing in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Dice and Quality Progress Magazine. Scott currently serves as Executive Vice President of APICS Atlanta and was recently named a 2019 Pro to Know in Supply Chain by Supply & Demand Executive. He founded the 2019 Atlanta Supply Chain Awards and also served on the 2018 Georgia Logistics Summit Executive Committee. He is a certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and holds the APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) credential. A Veteran of the United States Air Force, Scott volunteers on the Business Pillar for VETLANTA and serves on the advisory board for the Georgia Manufacturing Alliance. He also serves as an advisor with TalentStream, a leading recruiting & staffing firm based in the Southeast. Connect with Scott Luton on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwindonluton/ and follow him on Twitter at @ScottWLuton. For more information on this episode, please visit the show page at www.supplychainnowradio.com/episode-127

Just last year, Atlanta was named the number two Metro Area for Economic Growth Potential by Business Facilities Magazine. Here to discuss what the city is getting right and the future of its many industries is Tom Cunningham, senior vice president, and chief economist for the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. Tom joined the Chamber in July 2015 following a 30-year career at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. He is also a specialist in open economy macroeconomic policy and regional analysis. https://www.myasbn.com/small-business/resources/atlantas-thriving-industries-attracting-venture-capitalists-economic-outlook-2019-tom-cunningham-metro-atlanta-chamber/

Dr. Jim Morrow, Morrow Family Medicine Dr. Jim Morrow has practiced Family Medicine for 33 years. Dr. Morrow graduated from Clemson University and the University of South Carolina School Of Medicine. He completed his residency in Family Medicine in Anderson, South Carolina in 1985. He moved to Georgia in 1993 and to Cumming in 1998. […] The post To Your Health With Dr. Jim Morrow: Episode 1, Introduction, Morrow Family Medicine appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Episode 33 of Supply Chain Now Radio features the following guests: Thomas J. Cunningham, PhD is Senior Vice President and the Chief Economist for the Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC). Tom joined MAC in July 2015 following a 30-year career at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. Will Haraway is Founder & Lead Evangelist at Backbeat Marketing. Will has 20 years of executive experience in B2B Technology Marketing. Ben Harris is Director of Supply Chain Ecosystem Expansion for the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Ben comes to the Metro Atlanta Chamber after serving as Senior Manager, Market Development for Manhattan Associates. Scott W. Luton is the founder of Supply Chain Now Radio and also serves as Managing Partner for TalentStream. He has worked extensively in the end-to-end Supply Chain industry for more than 15 years, appearing in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Dice and Quality Progress Magazine.

An inspiring story from 1964 where a corporation took a huge risk to do the right thing.Full video interview here.This is part 2 of my interview with Melanie Touchstone, Director of Digital Marketing for the Metro Atlanta Chamber. Listen to part 1 here.Read more about this story from NPR. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

GET THE BETA FOR Android and iOS here: https://phosphorus.io/future.html IoT devices are a threat to the business…and your home. A lack of security regulations has resulted in glaring vulnerabilities in IoT devices that can be accessed and exploited by cybercriminals to compromise businesses. We’ve seen this most recently with the Torii botnet, the most sophisticated IoT botnet to date, which can infiltrate unlimited devices. The problem has gotten so bad that California recently passed SB327, becoming the first state to regulate the security of Internet of Things devices. Enter Phosphorus and Chris Rouland. Phosphorous is the first and only cybersecurity company to provide agent-less patching and configuration management for the IoT. It delivers secure software updates & alerts for all the IoT devices in a home or office, identifying vulnerabilities in a device’s software and patching the software & device to secure it from malicious attacks. Chris Rouland, Co-Founder & CEO Chris Rouland is co-founder and chief executive officer of Phosphorus Cybersecurity Inc. A 25-year veteran of the information security industry, Chris is a renowned leader in cybersecurity innovation and disruption. In his career, Chris has founded and led several multi-million dollar companies including Bastille, the first company to enable enterprise security teams to assess and mitigate the risk associated with the growing Internet of Radios, andEndgame, ranked for the last two years as the most valuable venture backed company in Virginia, and new leader in the endpoint security space. Chris is a sought-after speaker with appearances at prestigious global security conferences including RSA, Black Hat, and HITB GSEC, and has been featured as a security expert and contributor for national broadcast and print media outlets including CNN, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal. He was also named the Metro Atlanta Chamber’s Business Person of the Year in 2011 for his innovation and leadership. Chris holds more than a dozen patents and holds a Masters Degree from the Georgia Institute of technology. https://phosphorus.io https://twitter.com/phosphorusinc https://www.linkedin.com/company/phosphorusinc

Richard (“Ritt”) Carrano is Chief Executive Officer of Purchasing Power, LLC. He joined the company in 2001 within its first six months of operation. Ritt was promoted from Chief Financial Officer to President in 2007, and in 2011 became the CEO. Within his tenure, he has guided the company to achieve consistent, annual double-digit revenue growth, 95% client retention and more than $2.5 billion in processed orders. Initial results for Carrano’s leadership underscore the remarkable corporate culture he has built and advocated at Purchasing Power. Powering People to a Better LifeTM has become both a company tagline and corporate internal philosophy. Prior to launching Purchasing Power, he co-founded and served as CFO for eTour, Inc., an early consumer internet website discovery service that was acquired by Ask Jeeves in 2001. Ritt previously was a management research fellow assigned to new business development at SmithKline Beecham (now GlaxoSmithKline) and began his career with Deloitte & Touche in Washington, D.C. He received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (cum laude) in accounting from the University of Richmond’s Robins School of Business. Ritt also earned an MBA in finance from Emory University’s renowned Goizueta Business School in Atlanta. Among his accolades, Carrano was named the Atlanta Business Chronicle's CFO of the Year award for private, midsized businesses in 2008; and GeorgiaTrend magazine’s “40 Under 40: Georgia’s Best and Brightest.” An active volunteer within the community, Carrano serves numerous roles with Junior Achievement of Georgia, which inspires and prepares young people to succeed in a global economy. He also is heavily involved with Inter Atlanta FC (IAFC), a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and enhancing the culture of soccer in Atlanta. Additionally, Ritt serves on the Board of Advisors and the Economic Development Council for the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce (MAC), the Board of Councilors for The Carter Center and the Board of Directors for FinTech Atlanta. As a champion of corporate social responsibility efforts, Carrano empowers his employees to invest more than 3,300 combined volunteer hours annually to Non-profit organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Atlanta Community Food Bank, Children’s Restoration Network, Families First, Partnership Against Domestic Violence, Open Hand, Ronald McDonald House Charities, Relay for Life (American Cancer Society) and Safehouse Outreach.

John Janclaes speaks with Hala Moddelmog, President and CEO of the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, to speak about attracting and retaining young talent. Learn about Moddelmog’s leadership journey, and listen in as Hala and John speak about how the city of Atlanta is working to position itself to be a globally competitive market.

Powering Atlanta’s story around the world by attracting (and keeping) great talent in The ATL. Blue Durango Iced Tea– Atlanta Supply Group are the makers of Blue Durango Iced Tea and Lakehouse Coffee. Interview Recorded: August 8, 2018 – Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce – 191 Peachtree Tower 191 Peachtree Street  Atlanta, GA 30303  Intro and Outro […] The post Kate Atwood – ChooseATL appeared first on The Atlanta Podcast.

On this latest episode of Gen X Amplified, Adrion is joined by Jeff Hilimire, CEO and Co-founder of Dragon Army, a mobile and innovation agency, and the Co-founder of 48in48. During this value-packed conversation, Jeff discusses his own extensive entrepreneurial journey from building websites in college, to co-founding and leading an award winning mobile agency. Jeff also provides some key insights on millennial leadership and also establishing a purpose for both your company and your personal brand. Jeff Hilimire is the Co-Founder and CEO of Dragon Army, a mobile and innovation company that helps clients navigate today’s connected landscape through the use of new innovations and technology. Prior to launching Dragon Army, he founded and sold two additional marketing agencies, Spunlogic and Engauge, within a 10-year span. Jeff is also the Co-Founder and Board Chair of a non-profit company called 48in48, where its mission is to build 48 nonprofit websites, within 48 hours in cities across the world. A graduate of the 2013 Leadership Atlanta class and a member of the 2012 Atlanta 40 under 40 class, Jeff is also on the boards of the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and chairs the board of Central Outreach & Advocacy Center. In addition, Jeff is on the Leadership Council and Conservation Society for Zoo Atlanta and Executive Board of The Children’s Museum of Atlanta. In his spare time, Jeff enjoys spending quality time with his wife Emily of 19 years, and their five children. Key Takeaways: How Jeff began a career in entrepreneurship, particularly within the digital marketing and agency industry The reason Jeff created both his own personal mission statement Why participating in the Leadership Atlanta program was a transformational moment that changed his life The genesis and mission behind Jeff’s recent non-profit organization, 48in48 Why optimizing your time and what you focus on is key when it comes to starting and managing a business as a Gen X leader Why Dragon Army implements an open communication and inspirational workplace environment And so much more! Resources mentioned in this episode: Jeff 's Blog Jeff on Twitter Dragon Army 48in48 Leadership Atlanta Central Outreach and Advocacy Center Jeff's Personal Theme Song “Begin the Begin" by R.E.M. Thank you for listening!  

In this episode, Cynthia Curry, Director of IoT Ecosystem Expansion at Metro Atlanta Chamber, sits down with Veanne and Sarah to talk about what they’re doing to bring tech talent to Atlanta, attract Internet of Things companies, and build a strong reputation for Atlanta as an innovation hub.

Thomas J. Cunningham is Senior Vice President and the Chief Economist for the Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC). Tom joined the MAC in July 2015 following a 30-year career at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. He is a specialist in open economy macroeconomic policy and regional analysis. At the MAC, he manages an internal team […] The post Tom Cunningham with the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

On this weeks episode of Culturation™ we speak with the “Change Agent”, Kate Atwood. We discuss overcoming adversity, leadership with love and being the change. Kate was 12 years old when her mother passed away after a long and courageous battle with breast cancer. Twelve years later she founded Kate’s Club, a nationally-acclaimed not-for-profit organization that provides support to children and teens facing life after the death of a parent or sibling. Recognizing first-hand the importance of support after such a life changing event, Kate’s vision was to build a place for grieving children to have fun, develop friendships, and learn to cope with their loss. What started in the summer of 2003 at a bowling alley with just eight kids is today an organization that has served thousands of children and their families through year-round social and emotional support programs. Her first book, entitled “A Healing Place: Help Your Child Find Hope and Happiness after the Loss of a Loved One” was released by Penguin Books. Following a successful founder transition in 2010, Kate went on to serve as the Executive Director of the Arby’s Foundation. While at the helm of the Arby’s Foundation, Kate refocused its efforts on a new strategic mission that more closely aligned with the Arby’s brand and helped the organization contribute more than $18 million to ending childhood hunger in the United States. In September 2015, Kate joined the Metro Atlanta Chamber, as Vice President of Marketing, to lead the recently launched ChooseATL initiative. In this newly created role, Kate is responsible for focusing the region’s narrative to showcase all that metro Atlanta has to offer with the purpose to attract and retain top talent. Kate has participated in her fair share of media along the way. She has been featured in People Magazine, Real Simple Magazine, Marie Claire Magazine, Huffington Post, and has had appearances on the Today Show, the Meredith Vieira Show, CNN, and ABC-TV’s The View. She was recognized in the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s feature “Up and Comers: Top 40 under 40”, and was honored by Georgia Trend Magazine as one of Georgia’s “40 under 40.” In 2013, she was named to GOOD Magazine’s global “GOOD 100” list for her commitment to helping others. Kate has been featured in six books as a thought-leader on personal giving and social entrepreneurship. #KateAtwood #Culturation #PoweredByPremier #Entrepreneur #NonProfit #Atlanta #WeAreATL #Innovation #JustinEpstein

They say that civilization advances by extending the number of important things we can do without thinking about them. To me, that's the promise of technology and it's particularly true when it comes to artificial intelligence and machine learning. Still, not everyone sees it that way. Some worry that they'll be replaced. Others take offense to the fact that they're seen as replaceable. But just like the rise of ATMs led to an INCREASE in the number of bank tellers, we'll see AI drive unpredictable, and generally positive change in the healthcare industry. Some will be displaced, but if they're open to it they'll be in a position to take on new and even more valuable roles that we can't even imagine today. Side note: AI may just help us deal with the projected doctor shortage. I know what you're thinking: That's big talk from an industry that recently gave you the EMR. That's fair, but there is a way to do this right. And that's what we're going to talk about today. Today's guests are Shahid Shah (usually co-host, but today I'm calling him a guest) and Dr. Chesley Richards, CDC Deputy Director for Public Health Scientific Services. Together we'll discuss the rapid pace of technological change in healthcare and what that means for doctors, vendors and patients. We'll show you how AI will complement and enhance the capabilities of today's clinicians and allow them to focus on keeping us healthy. We'll show you how technology, when its properly deployed and used, can be incredibly effective. And perhaps, most importantly, we'll tell you why listening is the starting point and potentially the most important thing you can do to ensure this all goes well. An overview of The Health IT Leadership Summit w/ Jody Braner and an introduction to today's podcast guests (0:00 - 10:20) Given all the advances in technology such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Precision Medicine, etc. will doctors have jobs in 10 years? (11:10) Similarly, what will HealthIT vendors be working on in 10 years? (20:30) Looking at vaccines as technology, and applying that technology intelligently and in a way that was designed to work in specific communities and regions allowed us to eradicate diseases like Smallpox (29:38) How can tech vendors realign themselves to support the goal of cures instead of focusing on disease management and administration? (32:00) What hurdles do we have to get over so that collectively we're getting back to our focus on cures over just treatment? (35:15) Why does population health matter? (38:00) Let's discuss the dangers of technology and how it can adversely impact the delivery of care when it's not properly deployed and used. (41:00) We often think of technology as a way to digitize and automate what I do today. Why don't we take the opportunity to ask what we can do better? What can we stop doing altogether? (43:00) How can we power all of this in new ways with data? (47:35) How can the CDC and other organizations open up more data for public experimentation? (52:00) What new workforce needs or changes will emerge in healthcare in the coming years? (56:00) We can use data to cut down on the time from idea thru randomized trial to approval of new drugs - today that might take up to 17 years!!!! (1:01:35) This is a very engaging and insightful conversation, and one I know will make you think about a few things differently. I can honestly say that I loved listening to the final product and I believe you will too. Enjoy! ~ Don Lee About Chesley Richards and CDC Chesley Richards M.D., M.P.H., F.A.C.P. is Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Deputy Director for Public Health Scientific Services as well as Director, Office of Public Health Scientific Services. In these two roles, Dr. Richards is a key advisor to the CDC Director and oversees the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) and the Center for Surveillance, Epidemiology, and Laboratory Services (CSELS) with activities that include the MMWR, Vital Signs publications, the Epidemic Intelligence Service and other scientific training programs, the Guide to Community Preventive Services, and a broad range of cross cutting epidemiology, public health surveillance, and laboratory services. Dr. Richards earned his M.D. from the Medical University of South Carolina, an M.P.H. in Health Policy and Administration from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is a graduate of the Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) at CDC, the Cancer Control Education Fellowship at UNC Lineberger Cancer Center and the Program on Clinical Effectiveness at Harvard School of Public Health. He completed Internal Medicine (Medical College of Georgia), Geriatric Medicine (Emory University) and General Preventive Medicine and Public Health (UNC Chapel Hill). Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov About The 8th Annual Health IT Leadership Summit Created in 2010 by the Georgia Department of Economic Development, the Metro Atlanta Chamber and the Technology Association of Georgia's Health Society, the Health IT Leadership Summit brings together leaders from across the healthcare continuum to discuss how the industry can drive innovation to enable better healthcare delivery at lower costs to more people. November 7, 2017 - Atlanta, GA “Join industry thought leaders as we explore and collaborate on the importance of connectivity and working together for the advancement of healthcare delivery. Hear how health IT is formalizing analytics, encouraging patient engagement and implementing value-based care. What is working? What is not working? Learn about success stories and road blocks. This event is also an opportunity for your voice to be heard, as each session includes audience question and answer sessions. You will hear from security professionals, providers, innovative companies and other leading professionals. We also have a few exciting demonstrations to share. I look forward to seeing you!” Jodie Braner, 2017 HIT Summit Chair Learn more and register: https://healthitleadershipsummit.com/ Weekly Updates If you like what we're doing here, then please consider signing up for our weekly newsletter. You'll get one email from me each week detailing: New podcast episodes and blog posts. Content or ideas that I've found valuable in the past week. Insider info about the show like stats, upcoming episodes and future plans that I won't put anywhere else. Plain text and straight from the heart :) No SPAM or fancy graphics and you can unsubscribe with a single click anytime. The #HCBiz Show! is produced by Glide Health IT, LLC in partnership with Netspective Media. 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Cities rise from commerce. Those who focus on their strengths and comparative advantages will rise. So who’s on the rise? That’s what we explore in this episode, featuring Adora Cheung from Y Combinator, Grant Wainscott from the Metro Atlanta Chamber, and Dave Williams from NomadX in Lisbon.

Drones are everywhere - on the ground, in the air, and in the water. They've evolved rapidly from a strictly military- and enthusiast-driven market to mass availability. The space is growing as fast as the drones are shrinking. Troels Adrian - Director of Supply Chain Ecosystem Expansion, Metro Atlanta Chamber. Nick Willard - Professional drone racer and collegiate champion. Justin Lee - Drone Entrepreneur.

Capital Club Radio Interviews Jenny Pruitt of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty Jenny Pruitt Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty Jenny Pruitt, a third-generation Atlantan, is revered as a community advocate and philanthropist and respected nationally as a visionary real estate leader. Her strong business acumen has led to more than four distinguished decades of success in the Atlanta residential real estate arena. Jenny began her real estate career in 1968 before establishing Jenny Pruitt & Associates in 1988. In 2007, she and her business partner, David Boehmig, opened Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. The company's 400 agents are among the most accomplished real estate professionals in Metro Atlanta, with more than $2.3 billion in sales in 2016. She is the recipient of numerous accolades, including the Atlanta REALTORS® Association's E.A. Isakson Award; the Sally Washburn Lifetime Achievement Award; and REALTOR® of the Year – 1980; the Georgia Small Business Person of the Year; and is an inductee of the Business Hall of Fame at Georgia State University, the YWCA Academy of Women Achievers and the Junior Achievement Hall of Fame. Jenny was the 2016 recipient of the Four Pillar Award from The Council for Quality Growth, which recognizes the pillars to be quality, responsibility, vision and integrity and celebrates her philanthropic endeavors as well as significant contributions to economic development in Metro Atlanta. Jenny is committed to helping Atlanta maintain its exceptional quality of life through her philanthropic service, humanitarian support and volunteer commitments. She is active with Habitat for Humanity, and serves on the Board of Councilors for the Carter Center and the Board of the Directors of the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. She is also a Director of the Buckhead Coalition. In October 2015, Jenny released her book, Beneath His Wings, which follows her walk of faith in the marketplace, while offering guidance and inspiration. Jenny and her husband, Bob, have been married for 50 years. They have two daughters and seven grandchildren. Web Site / Social Media Links: Atlantafinehomes.com https://twitter.com/atlfinehomessir https://www.facebook.com/atlfinehomessir Capital Club Radio Hosted by: Michael Flock Sponsored by: Flock Specialty Finance Providing a forum for leaders in the middle market segment which has typically been undeserved by traditional banking. Listeners gain valuable business insights and perspectives to deal with market uncertainty. Topics include: key success factors, both personal and professional, dealing with adversity, outlook for the industry and your business. For more info about Michael Flock and Flock Specialty Finance visit: www.FlockFinance.com To nominate or submit a guest request visit: www.CapitalClubRadioShow.com To view more photos from this show visit: www.ProBusinessPictures.com ‹ › × × Previous Next jQuery(function() { // Set blueimp gallery options jQuery.extend(blueimp.Gallery.prototype.options, { useBootstrapModal: false, hidePageScrollbars: false }); });

Kashi Sehgal is Co-Founder & CEO of Gigabark, an integrated mobile solutions company rooted in phone and text messaging technologies. She is also Director of Strategic Initiatives & Business Development for International Greetings, a UK-based company that specializes in design and has creates products for celebrations, stationary and creative play, and giftables. She also serves as Executive Director of SuperNova South, the largest multi-disciplinary technology conference in the Southeast. Previously, Kashi spent time as a management consultant at Accenture where she worked with both government and Fortune 100 clients in areas such as visioning and gap analysis, cost reduction, communication plans, training, performance measurement, incentive structures and more. She also has experience in strategic planning and brand strategy – especially as it relates to early stage companies and non-profits. She has started several non-profits including Music For Tomorrow which provided immediate financial assistance to jazz musicians affected by Hurricane Katrina and currently provides economic opportunities for jazz musicians around the country. MFT is now housed as a program of the Afro Cuban Jazz Alliance in New York. She also works with the Campus Community Partnership Foundation which promotes education through a student-centered approach focused on social responsibility and runs their Mentor Walk program. Kashi is actively engaged in the Atlanta community serving on various boards such as WonderRoot, Andrew J Young Foundation Advisory Council, Fulton County Career & Technical Education, Amplify4Good, WINGS for Kids, and Georgia’s WIN List and with groups such as the Metro Atlanta Chamber’s Mobility Leadership Council, ChooseATL, Atlanta Regional Commission’s Innovation Committee, The Lovett School’s Sustainability Committee and as an Advice For Good Advisor. Kashi is a native Atlantan. She attended The George Washington University for her undergraduate studies and Georgia Tech for graduate research. Kashi was selected as a member of Outstanding Atlanta’s Class of 2015, as one of Atlanta Business Chronicle’s 40 Under 40 in 2014, and as a member of the 2013 LEAD Atlanta and LaunchPad2X classes. She volunteers her time mentoring and with CARE, Acumen, and other organizations in her community. Stefanie Diaz/Mastermind Your Launch Stefanie Diaz has always had a keen ability for developing marketing strategies for entrepreneurs, but it’s her ability to position startups for accelerated momentum through personal branding and content marketing that has become the cornerstone to her professional success. Her background includes being a strategic adviser to CEO’s spanning startup phase to over $100 million in annual revenue. She has led strategic partnerships with global retailers and Fortune 500 companies, as well as facilitated multi-million dollar government contracts. There is something magnetic about the energy of startup founders that draws Stefanie in. They’re hungry, driven, and committed to making positive change for themselves and the greater community. After conducting over 60 interviews to date, Stefanie is excited to bring Mastermind Your Launch to the Business Radio X platform. Learn more at MastermindYourLaunch.com.

Subscribe: iTunes | Android | RSS Mark Zimmerman, Hillery Champagne GSMA North America MobilityLIVE 2016 This week I hosted Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Director of Mobility Expansion, Hillery Champagn, along with General Manager for Georgia World Congress Center to talk about the upcoming GSMA North America MobilityLIVE 2016 event November 1-2. This event is […] The post GSMA North America MobilityLIVE 2016 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Metro Atlanta Chamber Driving Bioscience Growth The Metro Atlanta Chamber exists for one reason – to help Atlanta thrive. From recruiting businesses to tackling policy issues, MAC s efforts in metro Atlanta are designed to promote prosperity and growth for you and your business. Georgia s bioscience and health IT industries are responsible for almost $30 billion in annual […] The post Metro Atlanta Chamber Driving Bioscience Growth appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Gregg Simon / Metro Atlanta Chamber Gregg D. Simon is Vice President of economic development for the Metro Atlanta Chamber (MAC). In his role, Simon works to build and manage relationships with our economic development partners across the 29-county metro Atlanta region and cultivate job growth across MAC's industry clusters: bioscience, technology, mobility, supply chain […] The post Gregg Simon of Metro Atlanta Chamber with Baha Zeidan and Todd Fryburger appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Mainer and University of Vermont Graduate, Ryan Turner is Co-Founder and CEO of Unsukay, the parent company for restaurants Muss & Turner's, Eleanor's, Local Three and Common Quarter. He and his partners were recognized by the Georgia Restaurant Association as Restaurateurs of the Year in 2011. In 2014, Ryan was named Business Person of the Year by The Metro Atlanta Chamber and the Atlanta Business Chronicle. Additionally, Ryan serves as Board Chairman of the Giving Kitchen, A 501c3 serving those in his restaurant community facing hardship and crisis. In this episode Turner opens our eyes to the power of having a network with deep, meaningful relationships VS having a vast network with shallow relationships. 

Russ Hall: Coaching from the Heart Reading this via email? Click here to LISTEN NOW! Russ has been an ActionCoach for over eleven years and is very active in a number of civic organizations, including the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. He moved into coaching after a 20+ year corporate career in sales, sales management… Read More » The post Russ Hall: Coaching from the Heart appeared first on Gareth J Young.

Over the last eight years, Franchise Interviews weekly radio show has interviewed some amazing leaders in the world of franchising. This October, Franchise Interviews is featuring "Great Women Leaders in Franchising" month. Each week, interviews will be featured with Catherine Monson (CEO of FastSigns), Hala Moddelmog (President of Metro Atlanta Chamber, served as President of Arby's, and Susan G. Komen for the Cure), Melanie Bergeron (Chair of Two Men and A Truck), Jo Kirchner, President and Chief Executive Officer of Primrose Schools, Ann Connor (AdviCoach, Crystal Award winner from Women Empowered By Business -WEBB), and Susan Black-Beth, Chief Operating Officer of Super Wash. The shows will discuss leadership, entrepreneurship, motivation, women in business and of course franchising. October 2, 2014 Catherine Monson, CEO of Fastsigns International, is no stranger to hard work and long hours on the job. She started working in her family's pre-school business. She has a strong background in franchising and digital printing, having served for over 28 years with another one of the most well-respected business to business franchisors in the industry. Catherine Monson has also starred in the popular show

Take the Long View Reading this via email? Click here to LISTEN NOW! Jack is in Organizational Development with the Metro Atlanta Chamber. He has over 20 years of experience in operations, sales, human resources, training, and quality areas with The McGraw Hill Companies and SunTrust Bank. He also spent time as an entrepreneur, training companies… Read More » The post Jack Murphy: Take The Long View appeared first on Gareth J Young.

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Today was a very special day in Booth 61 history. I was honored to have two wonderful people join me to discuss (co) lab 2013 created and produced by Leadership Atlanta. Ché Watkins is a senior executive with the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, Spellman graduate and alumnus of Leadership Atlanta Class of 2009. David […] The post Ché Watkins & David Lewis discuss Leadership Atlanta’s September 22/23 Mega Event: (co) lab 2013 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

What a great day in Booth 61 with long time friend and Atlanta Media Maven, Julie Bryant Fisher and Atlanta Chamber of Commerce Vice President of Technology, Larry Williams. Julie and Larry shared the exciting story of Atlanta’s thriving and growing Mobility market place. As an Atlanta native, I am so proud of everything our […] The post Julie Bryant Fisher and Larry Williams, Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, August 21st, 2013 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Tune in tonight as we speak with Jan Selman of Selman and Associates a Marketing Communications Firm in Decatur Georgia.  Jan has more than 25 years of practical political experience, and has held appointed positions under two governors and served as the Legislative VP for Georgia Citizens for the Arts. She was a co-founder of ALL-GA, a statewide advocacy organization. She's worked on numerous political campaigns at all levels. As a registered lobbyist, she has  helped shape public policy on the local, state and national level, including serving on President Obama's National Arts Policy Committee. She has been in all of Georgia's 159 counties, at least once, and specialize in community grassroots organizing. She loves volunteer work, and has earned awards from the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Decatur, where she has resided for 35 years. Additionally, She has served on numerous community and cultural boards across the state. In 2010, The Georgia Association of Museums and Galleries honored her with their Lifetime Achievement Award, for my many years of service to the cultural community.

Kevin Green joined The Clean Air Campaign as executive director in June 2007. Prior to that Kevin was the vice president of environmental affairs with the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, where he worked to advance regional policy initiatives for water resources, air quality and land use. During his seven-year tenure with the Chamber, Kevin managed the Clean Water Initiative and the public-private Quality Growth Task Force that resulted in the creation of the Livable Communities Coalition, Inc. His role at the Chamber led to his involvement with The Clean Air Campaign, where he has served on the board of directors for four years. In addition to his service on the board of The Clean Air Campaign, Kevin is the immediate past chair of the board of directors for the Institute for Georgia Environmental Leadership and serves on the board of trustees of the Livable Communities Coalition. He is a graduate of the Regional Leadership Institute and Leadership Atlanta. Kevin graduated from James Madison University and holds a law degree from Emory University. Before joining the Chamber, he practiced law in Atlanta for 10 years, most recently as a partner with Andre, Blaustein & Green, LLP.

Please click on the POD button to listen to the latest Atlanta Business Radio  show podcast broadcasting live each Wednesday at 10am EDT from Atlanta, GA, USA.   Atlanta Business Radio is sponsored by Fast Pitch! Networking - a one-stop shop for networking and marketing your business online and offline. Please go to their website www.fastpitchnetworking.com. When you sign up, please mention you were referred by Lee Kantor. That will help the show! Thanks.Here's how to listen to the podcast of our show. First click on the title of the show you are interested in. Then there should be a player in the upper right hand corner of the screen. Now just press play and the show you chose should start playing. You can also download the show to listen on your mp3 player. We are now available on iTunes, click this link and you can find all our past shows. Press SUBSCRIBE and you will automatically get the latest show when you sync your iPod to your computer.Remember if you want a pretty comprehensive listing of all kinds of Atlanta Events including Business Networking events please check out www.AtlantaEvent.com.  This morning we were joined by two great guests. First up we had on business networking expert Glen Gould with Inspiration Agents and author of the book "Meet Me At Starbucks. 70 Success Tips to Growing Your Business at America's Office." Glen shared some of the wisdom from his book as well as great networking tips so be sure to listen to the interview with a paper and pencil ready to take some notes. In addition to his work with Inspiration Agents, Glen is leading the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce’s small to mid-size business programs, benefits and initiatives. For more information on Glen and his book please check out his website www.inspirationagents.com and for more information on the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce please check out their website www.metroatlantachamber.com Next up we had on Guy Powell Principal with demandROMI. Having spent over twenty years in marketing, consulting, business development, sales, or creative roles, Guy has experienced the difference between great and not-so-great marketing. He says that great marketing does two things: 1- it supports the business objective such as gaining market share, thwarting a competitive threat, or generating revenue, and 2 - it includes systems and processes to measure that the goals are being attained. DemandROMI helps marketing organizations make the change to a Return on Marketing Investment based marketing organization through strategy, market research and analytics, and execution. Guy also has a book "Return on Marketing Investment" and a blog called Marketing Tactegy. For more information on Guy, his book and his company please go to his website www.demandromi.com and check out his blog at www.marketingtactegy.com Also if you know of a business in Atlanta that we should know about please email Amy Otto at Amy @ atlantabusinessradio.com and we will try and get them on the show.

Please click on the POD button to listen to the latest Atlanta Business Radio  show podcast broadcasting live each Wednesday at 10am EDT from Atlanta, GA, USA.   Atlanta Business Radio is sponsored by Fast Pitch! Networking - a one-stop shop for networking and marketing your business online and offline. Please go to their website www.fastpitchnetworking.com. When you sign up, please mention you were referred by Lee Kantor. That will help the show! Thanks.On this morning's show Amy Otto and Lee Kantor started out by discussing some of the upcoming networking events happening in the Atlanta area. We mentioned the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and their website www.metroatlantachamber.com. We also gave a shout out to our friend Sandy Richardson from the Gwinnett Chamber and her website www.gwinnettchamber.com. We talked a little about Powercore and BNI, closed contact business networking groups. For more information about them please go to their websites www.powercore.net and  www.bniatlanta.com And for a pretty comprehensive listing of all kinds of Atlanta Events including Business Networking events please check out www.AtlantaEvent.com Our special guest today was Brent Leary co-owner of CRM Essentials. CRM Essentials is a consulting firm focused on small and mid-size enterprises. He has over 15 years of IT and management consulting experience working on projects for Microsoft, Research In Motion, BellSouth, Compaq and the state of Georgia’s Department of Economic Development. Leary received CRM Magazine’s 2004 Most Influential Leader Award along with his business partner Michael Thomas. He serves on the national board of the Customer Relationship Management Association as Vice President of Technology, and as CRM subject matter expert for the Small Business Technology Task Force. Brent shared some great tips that will help get more eyeballs to your website. And make you more relevant to your customer. He said to start blogging. Try to post 3 to 5 times a week with thought provoking content for your readers. He also said to participate on business social networking sites like: LinkedIn, Fast Pitch Online and Facebook. He had a lots of other great tips but you'll have to listen to the show to get them. For more information about how Brent Leary and CRM Essentials can help you create loyal customers for life please check out his website www.crm-essentials.com. Also take a look at his very popular blog www.brentleary.com and his Atlanta-based radio show www.businesstechnologyradio.com Also if you know of a business in Atlanta that we should know about please email Amy Otto at Amy @ atlantabusinessradio.com and we will try and get them on the show.

Please click on the POD button to listen to the latest Atlanta Business Radio  show podcast broadcasting live each Wednesday at 10am EDT from Atlanta, GA, USA.   Atlanta Business Radio is sponsored by Fast Pitch! Networking which is a one-stop shop for networking and marketing your business online. Please go to their website www.fastpitchnetworking.com and when you mention you were referred by Lee Kantor when you sign up you will be helping the show! Thanks.On this morning's show Amy Otto and Lee Kantor started out by discussing some of the upcoming networking events happening in the Atlanta area. We mentioned the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and their website www.metroatlantachamber.com. We also gave a shout out to our friend Sandy Richardson from the Gwinnett Chamber and her website www.gwinnettchamber.com. We talked a little about Powercore and BNI, closed contact business networking groups. For more information about them please go to their websites www.powercore.net and  www.bniatlanta.com And for a pretty comprehensive listing of all kinds of Atlanta Events including Business Networking events please check out www.AtlantaEvent.com Our guest today was Stephen Jones owner of Growth Strategies. Growth Strategies has been helping businesses grow since 2001. They provide "hands on" Sales and Marketing consulting services - with a Guarantee! According to Stephen, Growth Strategies will increase your sales by at least 25% within 6 months - or he'll refund your money.  Stephen explained that he is an expert at providing a Process, a System and a Structure for his clients' marketing in order to systematically grow their businesses. He starts off each relationship with a "get to know you" creative strategy session where they explore the current state of the business, some history and learn the vision of the business owner. The business owner is then asked to complete a thorough questionnaire to determine the owner's strengths, weaknesses and goals. It isn't until this point that Stephen formulates the sales and marketing plan, along with all the action steps needed for it to succeed. Listen to the show and learn some of the common mistakes that business owner make and simple ways to correct them. For more information about how Stephen Jones and Growth Strategies can help you mine the gold that is currently being hidden within your company please check out their website www.growthstrategies.us. His website has lots of great information that you can download and immediately use. You can reach Stephen  by phone at 770-601-0949 or toll free at 800-261-5034 or by email at sjones @ growthstrategies.us.If you know of a business in Atlanta that we should know about please email Amy Otto at Amy @ atlantabusinessradio.com and we will try and get them on the show.

Please click on the POD button to listen to the latest Atlanta Business Radio  show podcast broadcasting live each Wednesdays at 10am EDT from Atlanta, GA, USA.   Atlanta Business Radio is sponsored by Fast Pitch! Networking which is a one-stop shop for networking and marketing your business online. Please go to their website www.fastpitchnetworking.com and when you mention you were referred by Lee Kantor when you sign up you will be helping the show! Thanks.On this morning's show Amy Otto and Lee Kantor started out by discussing some of the upcoming networking events happening in the Atlanta area. We mentioned the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and their website www.metroatlantachamber.com. We also gave a shout out to our friend Sandy Richardson from the Gwinnett Chamber and her website www.gwinnettchamber.com. We talked a little about Powercore, a closed contact business networking group. For more information about them please go to their website www.powercore.net. And for a pretty comprehensive listing of all kinds of Atlanta Events including Business Networking events please check out www.AtlantaEvent.com Our guest today was Don Rigby founder of Integrated MarCom. Integrated MarCom was launched in February 2006 in order to help emerging companies achieve sustainable organic growth. Don has been in Atlanta for 15 years. His background is extremely diverse. Don has done everything from performing on Broadway, to working in Radio to being the Head of Marketing for a software company. He has lived through 9 mergers and acquisitions and shared some of what he has learned on the way. Don spoke about the 4 Pillars of Structured Growth which are: Strategy, Messaging, Execution and Sustainability. He shared examples of how his process has helped clients in a variety of industries including: financial services, mortgage and staffing. Some of the specific issues Don has helped companies with are: positioning companies as the go-to resource in their space; improving conversion rates from lead-to-prospect-to-client; and enhancing the lifetime value of the client. Don helps emerging companies dig deep within themselves and analyze what has worked in the past, what is working now and what will work in the future. Once he has uncovered the hidden potential of a company, he then gets buy-in from the top to the bottom of the organization and then he integrates his proven business development processes seamlessly into the company. And he is so confident in his ability and his processes he guarantees their effectiveness. For more information about Don Rigby and Integrated MarCom please check out their website www.integratedmarcom.com. You can reach Don by phone at 770.552.6028 or by email at don @ integratedmarcom.com.If you know of a business in Atlanta that we should know about please email Amy Otto at Amy @ atlantabusinessradio.com and we will try and get them on the show.

Please click on the POD button to listen to the latest Atlanta Business Radio show podcast broadcasting live each Wednesdays at 10am EDT from Atlanta, GA, USA.   Atlanta Business Radio is sponsored by Fast Pitch! Networking which is a one-stop shop for networking and marketing your business online. Please go to their website www.fastpitchnetworking.com and when you mention you were referred by Lee Kantor when you sign up you will be helping the show! Thanks.On this mornings show Amy Otto and Lee Kantor discussed some of the upcoming networking events happening in the Atlanta area. We mentioned the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and their website www.metroatlantachamber.com. We also gave a shout out to our friend Sandy Richardson from the Gwinnett Chamber and her website www.gwinnettchamber.com. Amy talked a little about Powercore, a closed contact business networking group. For more information about them please go to their website www.powercore.net.Our guest today was Jay Kapp, owner of Atlanta Web Design and Development firm Kapp Koncepts, has been helping Atlanta businesses grow for over 7 years. Jay explained that he builds websites with the business' goals at the forefront. This may seem obvious but a lot of web designers out there will build a pretty website that does not achieve the goals of the business owner. What separates Jay from his competition is his vast business background. He has an MBA and he uses that knowledge to help solve his clients web challenges. Jay has helped a wide variety of clients including: non-profits, private schools, retailers, lawyers and financial planners. For more information about Jay Kapp and Kapp Koncepts please check out their website www.kappkoncepts.com. You can reach Jay by phone at 678.336.KAPP (5277).If you know of a business in Atlanta that we should know about please email Amy Otto at Amy @ atlantabusinessradio.com and we will try and get them on the show.