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GDP Script/ Top Stories for November 19th Publish Date:  November 19th   From The BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Tuesday, November 19th and Happy Birthday to Meg Ryan. ***11.19.24 - BIRTHDAY – MEG RYAN*** I'm Keith Ippolito and here are your top stories presented by KIA Mall of Georgia 1.       Gwinnett Tech's Glen Cannon Appointed To AI Commission 2.       Gwinnett's 2045 Unified Plan Wins ARC Regional Excellence Award 3.       Grayson Honors Bradley Blalock's MLB Journey with Jersey Retirement 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: Kia MOG (07.14.22 KIA MOG)   STORY 1:     Gwinnett Tech's Glen Cannon Appointed To AI Commission Dr. D. Glen Cannon, President of Gwinnett Technical College, has been appointed to the Southern Regional Education Board's new Commission on Artificial Intelligence in Education. This commission, consisting of leaders from government, education, and business, aims to guide the integration of AI in classrooms and workforce preparation. It will develop recommendations for using AI in K-12 and postsecondary education, crafting related policies, and preparing students for AI careers. Cannon expressed enthusiasm for contributing to this effort, emphasizing the potential of AI to enhance learning and prepare students for a tech-driven job market. STORY 2: Gwinnett's 2045 Unified Plan Wins ARC Regional Excellence Award Gwinnett County received a Regional Excellence Award from the Atlanta Regional Commission for its 2045 Unified Plan, recognized in the Visionary Planning category. The plan, titled "Building the Daily Community," aims to create a vibrant, connected community ready for future growth. It addresses transit, housing, public spaces, and economic development, based on extensive community feedback. Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson highlighted the plan's commitment to inclusivity and sustainability. Planning Director Matt Dickison noted its focus on improving daily life through better transportation and housing. The award honors projects enhancing sustainability and quality of life in metropolitan Atlanta.     STORY 3: Grayson Honors Bradley Blalock's MLB Journey with Jersey Retirement Bradley Blalock's path to Major League Baseball was challenging. Despite a strong high school career at Grayson, he had only one college offer and chose to enter the 2019 MLB Draft, where the Boston Red Sox picked him in the 32nd round. His career faced setbacks, including the canceled 2020 minor league season and Tommy John surgery in 2022. After recovering, he was traded to the Milwaukee Brewers and then the Colorado Rockies, where he earned his first major league win. Grayson High School honored him by retiring his No. 6 jersey, celebrating his perseverance and success as an inspiration for current players. 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: Tom Wages (08.05.24 OBITS_FINAL)   STORY 4: Publix-anchored shopping center in Dacula sold for $25M Hanley Investment Group Real Estate Advisors announced the $25 million purchase of Publix at Harbins 316, a Publix-anchored shopping center in Dacula. The deal involved a 1031 exchange buyer from San Diego and was facilitated by Hanley and ParaSell Inc., with Watkins Real Estate Group as the seller. The 69,807-square-foot center, fully leased and featuring tenants like Starbucks and UPS, is part of a 74-acre mixed-use development. The Publix store, with a long-term lease, is a key attraction for investors seeking stable returns from grocery-anchored centers in affluent suburbs. STORY 5: The Pink Pig Returns To Georgia Festival of Trees in Gwinnett The Pink Pig returns as part of the Georgia Festival of Trees, running from Nov. 23 to Dec. 1 at the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth. The festival features Christmas trees, wreaths, and nativities for auction, along with live entertainment, kids' activities, and boutique shops. It supports organizations fighting human trafficking, like Street Grace and Atlanta Redemption Ink. New additions include the Pink Pig train ride and the After Dark Comedy Showcase. The event offers themed days, including Senior Day and Physical and Developmental Disabilities Day, with tickets starting at $13.95 for seniors. Break: ***Guide Weekly Health Minute*** 09.24.24 GUIDE HEALTH MINUTE_FINAL*** Break 4: Ingles Markets 1 Signoff – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. 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In a world dominated by digital marketing, how can we authentically represent ourselves online while staying true to our values? In this enlightening episode of the Thrive Today podcast, host Natalie Born sits down with Colleen Rouse, founder of Victory Church Georgia, to discuss the intricacies of marketing in the modern age. They explore the provocative question, "Would Jesus have an Instagram?" and delve into the challenges of maintaining authenticity in an increasingly digital world. Colleen shares valuable insights on creating a genuine personal brand, the importance of operating from a place of strength, and how to build a reputation based on real experiences rather than curated online personas. This conversation offers a fresh perspective on navigating the complex landscape of social media and personal branding while staying true to one's values and purpose. Author Colleen Rouse founded ThriveToday birthed from the support of John Maxwell's Thrive initiative. She coaches leaders and speaks at churches and organizations across the world with her expertise on biblical truths for women in leadership. Colleen co-pastored alongside her husband at Victory Church for over 30 years building a church of over 16,000 multicultural members with multiple church campuses and 140 nations represented. Colleen's leadership skills have been instrumental in leading the Victory organization toward its success today. Colleen advocates both locally and abroad in support of efforts to end human trafficking, working to help provide places of safe refuge for those who have been exploited. She also serves on the board of directors for Street Grace-- an abolitionary non-profit aiming to end domestic sex trafficking. When Colleen is not traveling and speaking, you'll find her at home in Georgia writing and enjoying time with her family. [00:00:00 - 00:04:00] The Divine Instagram Dilemma - Jesus likely wouldn't have had Instagram due to practical reasons - The importance of portraying oneself as an ambassador for one's beliefs - Adapting marketing tactics to align with personal values [00:04:00 - 00:08:00] Authentic Branding: Beyond the Filters - The value of seeking others' perspectives on your personal brand - Importance of operating from a place of strength - Creating a unique value proposition based on authentic self [00:08:00 - 00:12:00] Navigating the Social Media Monster - Finding your optimal content creation time - The dangers of being driven by social media demands - The importance of creating content from a place of overflow [00:12:00 - 00:15:00] Building a Reputation Through Experiences - The rise of coaches and the importance of delivering value - How everyday interactions contribute to your personal brand - The power of creating positive experiences in all aspects of life [00:15:00 - 00:19:00] The Experience Economy and Brand Evolution - The premium value of creating experiences for customers - Learning from successful brands like Apple and Starbucks - The importance of customer feedback in product and service evolution Quotes: "We can learn from Jesus's humility and that doesn't mean we can't have an Instagram account, but we can adopt the persona of who he was and that's the image that we would portray on our social media accounts." - Colleen Rouse "Our brand is built on the way we treat people." - Colleen Rouse Follow Thrive Today on Instagram (@thrivetodaywomen) and visit our website at Thrive Today. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-STAR Review!

What are the hidden secrets to creating a stable and long-lasting leadership legacy? In this episode of the Thrive Today podcast, host Natalie Born sits down with Colleen Rouse, the founder of Thrive Today, to discuss the principles that have enabled Colleen and her husband to lead Victory for over 30 years with a long-tenured staff. Colleen shares her insights on the importance of valuing people, creating an environment where it's okay to make mistakes, and fostering a sense of family within the team. She emphasizes the significance of humility, intentionality, and trust in leadership, and offers practical advice on how to communicate value to team members and challenge them to grow. Author Colleen Rouse founded ThriveToday birthed from the support of John Maxwell's Thrive initiative. She coaches leaders and speaks at churches and organizations across the world with her expertise on biblical truths for women in leadership. Colleen co-pastored alongside her husband at Victory Church for over 30 years building a church of over 16,000 multicultural members with multiple church campuses and 140 nations represented. Colleen's leadership skills have been instrumental in leading the Victory organization toward its success today. Colleen advocates both locally and abroad in support of efforts to end human trafficking, working to help provide places of safe refuge for those who have been exploited. She also serves on the board of directors for Street Grace-- an abolitionary non-profit aiming to end domestic sex trafficking. When Colleen is not traveling and speaking, you'll find her at home in Georgia writing and enjoying time with her family. 00:00:00 - 00:03:59 - Turning Negative Experiences into Positive Leadership - Colleen and her husband learned from their experience under toxic leaders and decided to lead differently - They focused on conveying value and appreciation to their staff - Making the decision to be strengthened, rather than scarred, by negative experiences 00:04:00 - 00:06:59 - The Importance of Humility and Intentionality in Leadership - Defining humility accurately and living with a sense of ease - Being able to laugh at oneself and create an environment where mistakes are allowed - Intentionally investing in people and buying up opportunities to address individual needs 00:07:00 - 00:09:59 - Caring for People: Investing in Your Team - Care requires intentional investment in people - Treating everyone like a "10" and challenging them to grow - Implementing an honor code to set expectations for all staff members 00:10:00 - 00:13:59 - Dealing with the Undercurrent: Surfacing the Heart - Being sensitive to the undercurrent within the team and asking questions - Creating open highways of communication by making people feel seen and heard - Investigating and uncovering issues that may be hidden beneath the surface 00:14:00 - 00:21:59 - Building Trust and Creating a Legacy of Stability - Trust is earned through decisions and sticking to core values - Building trust by holding true to standards, even when it hurts - Encouraging longevity by valuing people, fostering creativity, and creating a sense of family Quotes: "Humility is an accurate assessment of who you are, what you can do, what you can't do, your strengths, your weaknesses, and how bad you are and how big God is in your life." - Colleen Rouse "When people feel seen, they will also feel heard. And you create some open highways." - Colleen Rouse Connect with Colleen: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwrouse/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleenrouse/ Website: https://thrivetoday.com/ Follow Thrive Today on Instagram (@thrivetodaywomen) and visit our website at Thrive Today. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-STAR Review!

Rick and his guest Shanita Hart from Street Grace engage in a conversation about some dangers children could face while using social media.   Dads (and moms), it's important to stay informed about the various ways in which technology can be used to target unsuspecting children. Keeping your children safe is your responsibility, and we are pleased to collaborate with our friends from Street Grace to bring attention to this crucial and timely issue.

Why focus on combatting the demand for prostitution (ie. Sex buying)? Is combatting demand an effective way to reduce sex trafficking? Is it affordable and accessible for law enforcement? What kind of tactics and strategies can be used to deter sex buyers? How does full decriminalization of prostitution affect demand reduction efforts? These are some of the questions explored by the experts on Demand who join the Ending Sexploitation podcast for this episode. These experts include Marian Hatcher of the Cook County Sheriff's Office, who has worked on countless law enforcement initiatives targeting demand; Jamey Caruthers, the Director of Demand Reduction and Policy at Street Grace; and Dr. Michael Shively, long-time researcher on Demand and Senior Advisor on Research & Data Analysis at NCOSE.

In the first week of Dream Again, Andy Brightbill talked about what it means to live a full life in Christ, and what we need to do to receive that full life in Christ. Sign up for the Street Grace volunteer event on April 16th here.  College@12stone is a place for 18-29-year-olds to find community and grow in their faith. We meet at our Lawrenceville campus every Thursday at 7:30. Come, hang out with us! Follow us on Instagram to stay up to date! To get more info about us, click here. Learn more about small groups at 12stone here.

A well-designed program for rehabilitating young women who have been entrapped by the sex trade.

We all know 2020 had a profound impact on businesses across America, and nonprofits were no different. With resources tight and fundraising down, how can nonprofits have a positive outlook on the future? What can they be doing now to ensure they'll still be making an impact on the causes they're passionate about a decade from now? Bob Rodgers, the CEO of Street Grace, joins us on this episode to talk about this important subject. Street Grace is an amazing nonprofit that continues the fight to completely eradicate sex trafficking, a multi-billion dollar illegal global industry. Bob does incredible work, and he'll talk to Tricia and Lisa about his story, what it's been like leading a nonprofit through a pandemic, and what the future looks like for nonprofit organizations. Welcome to episode 52 of One Next Step.

Welcome to the first episode of Thrive Today with Natalie Born and Colleen Rouse! A podcast for leadership directed to the feminine heart from a Biblical perspective. Our aim is to take women who are locked into Scripture and help them take the authority of God's Word into the workplace. Author Colleen Rouse founded Thrive Today birthed from the support of John Maxwell's Thrive initiative. She coaches leaders and speaks at churches and organizations across the world with her expertise on biblical truths for women in leadership. Colleen co-pastored alongside her husband at Victory Church for over 30 years building a church of over 16,000 multicultural members with multiple church campuses and 140 nations represented. Colleen's leadership skills have been instrumental in leading the Victory organization toward its success today. Colleen advocates both locally and abroad in support of efforts to end human trafficking, working to help provide places of safe refuge for those who have been exploited. She also serves on the board of directors for Street Grace-- an abolitionary non-profit aiming to end domestic sex trafficking. When Colleen is not traveling and speaking, you'll find her at home in Georgia writing and enjoying time with her family.

Host Dr. Flowers, Co-Host Robin French and VIP Guest Breanna Fetkavich discuss the approach Street Grace takes to fight commercial sexual exploitation. They discuss who is vulnerable and why. Breanna updates us on the progress and revamping of Street Grace's artificial intelligence program to work with local law enforcement for sting operations. Breanna also educates us on what creates the demand and how we as listeners can make a huge difference by getting involved in the fight against sex trafficking.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Host Dr. Flowers, Co-Host Robin French and VIP Guest Breanna Fetkavich discuss the approach Street Grace takes to fight commercial sexual exploitation. They discuss who is vulnerable and why. Breanna updates us on the progress and revamping of Street Grace’s artificial intelligence program to work with local law enforcement for sting operations. Breanna also educates us on what creates the demand and how we as listeners can make a huge difference by getting involved in the fight against sex trafficking.

Cisco and Falzon Hour Broadcast in Politics Call in to speak with the host: Cisco Acosta, Mark Falzon, and guest (845) 262-0988 Join us tonight, at 9:00 pm eastern time, with our guest, Crystal Watterson: Business Entrepreneur, and a Breast Cancer survivor, Advocate and Citizen Journalist tackling issues focused on Human Sex Trafficking and Child Sex Abuse, and a member of “Organizer-Save the Children of Georgia, and Shared Hope international, and Street Grace”. As an Advocate for survivors, it’s my hope to empower each and every one of them to share their truth in an effort to combat and prevent the global issue of child sex slavery and exploitation. As a survivor myself, I’m on a mission to ensure we give children back their childhood, and survivors the chance at the life they deserve. Topics for discussion: Human trafficking, Human Trafficking Statistics & Facts , What are the top 10 states for human trafficking?, Signs You need to Look For, and What to do if you see them, and How to Get involved if you want to help! Show Writer: Doreen Finkle Show Sponsor: Studentsforabetterfuture.com http://tobtr.com/s/11817703

In this episode, Judge Ana Escobar of Nashville, Judge Robert Philyaw of Chattanooga, Assistant Disctrict Attorney Sarah Wolfson of Nashville and Jerry Redman, executive director of Street Grace in Chattanooga, TN discuss how human trafficking and domestic violence intertwine and the steps both the court system, outside organizations and communities are taking in order to help recognize and solve human trafficking in Tennessee.

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Camila Zolfaghari is an attorney and an executive director of Street Grace- an organization that helps mobilize communities to eradicate the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children. Listen in as Camila educates us about the current state of human trafficking in our communities and what we can do to protect our children from becoming victims.

Designed to be reflective of Gwinnett and metro Atlanta area, the Gwinnett Chamber IMPACT Regional Business Awards recognize leading organizations in top industries that are driving economic development and job creation, while enhancing our quality of life. This event is truly one of a kind as it brings together leaders from the AEC, higher education, healthcare, hospitality, […] The post MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: 2019 IMPACT Regional Business Award Winners (Part 3 of 3) appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

When so many boys and girls are manipulated, abused and used, does drawing a giant red X on your hand and then taking a selfie actually do anything to make a dent against the evils of human trafficking? Camila Zolfaghari, vice president of Street Grace and a former prosecutor for the state of Georgia for human trafficking, answers this question and more in the podcast. 

This week, Lodging Leaders focuses on the scourge of human trafficking and its impact on the U.S. travel industry, including hotels. You'll hear from … Brad Myles, CEO of Polaris, operator of the National Human Trafficking Hotline Ed Bastion, CEO of Delta Air Lines Camila Wright Zolfaghari, vice president of policy at the trafficking-prevention group called Street Grace in metro-Atlanta Megan Lundstrom, a survivor of sex trafficking, and founder of Free Our Girls in Denver, Colorado. Vipul Dayal, hotelier, and charter member of the San Diego Hotel/Motel Human Trafficking Awareness Partnership Initiative

The Men's Breakfast for March was held early this year to coincide with Roswell UMC Global Impact Celebration. Bob Rodgers is President and CEO of Street Grace; In his talk today speaks to the RUMC Men's group about his organization. Website: https://www.streetgrace.org/ Street Grace is a faith-based organization mobilizing faith, business and community leaders to end the sexual trafficking of children throughout the U.S. through awareness, education and action.

Although commonly thought to be a problem overseas, human traffickers generate hundreds of billions of dollars in profits by trapping American children in horrific situations. Learn the keys to protecting your kids from Bob Rodgers, president and CEO of Street Grace. Find out more about Street Grace on their website. Follow Street Grace on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.  Connect with Bob Rodgers on Twitter. 

Bob Rodgers serves as President and CEO of Street Grace, bringing more than 30 years of corporate and nonprofit leadership and team development experience to this role.   Street Grace is one of the pioneers  in the human trafficking “space” — a $290 million illegal industry in Georgia, alone.   In this podcast interview, you will hear: Statistics that make you cringe at their existence. How you can become a part of a solution in tangible ways. The realities of an unknown world. A perspective on domestic minor sex trafficking from a man who has been nationally recognized for his acumen in business, recruitment and team development.   Listen on the More Than Money Apple Podcast P.S. This interview isn't easy to hear, but I challenge you to listen to it in its entirety and learn. You will be challenged by what you hear, and any education on this issue is further bringing it into the light. Interview Highlights The reality of sex trafficking today  (Listen in at 10:03) Bob retells his account of a sting operation (27:40) The scope of Street Grace's work  (35:48) Bob shares a heart-breaking story of how he originally became involved (41:05) Chris asks "What practical things we can do to make a change?" (44:35)   Key Quotes   "I don't know if there is anything we have in common more than 'sexual issues.'"   "the single most-visited porn site in the world received more than 98 billion visitors last year."   "the mental health professionals have coined a phrase that eight is too late. it is critically important to educate our kids."   "one of the single greatest things that can be done is give a language to this to children."   "He looked up and said, 'I can sell a bag of drugs once and I can sell a 10-year-old girl 8-12 times a night."   "The topic is heavy, but the state's anti-trafficking lobby day is a family event. this is a great way to get involved."     But Why Is This Interview On a Financial Advising Site?   We are financial planners. So, why is a financial advisor talking about something as horrific as domestic sex trafficking? Great question.   yes, we lead clients to grow their wealth, but we believe we have failed as an advisor if we haven't equally led our clients to live a better quality of life.   Money is just a tool to reaching the future that you want, and a better quality of life for you, your family, and our community can't be fully measured by the size of your bank accounts. We believe in "quality of life" and that the quality of life of our community matters. It is one of the greatest joys of our business to meet with clients, hear their dreams, and then see them live our a plan to achieve their goals.   We are More Than Money because we believe in you enjoying your life AND growing your wealth. This interview may have been uncomfortable for you, but we think it is essential for more and more light to be shown on this painful issue. We are so thankful for all of Street Grace's efforts to change the stories of thousands!   Ask Any Question to More Than Money or Street Grace Ask Any Question to More Than Money or Street Grace Email Address * Question * Thank you! We will follow up with you shortly.    Don't Miss Street Grace's Anti-Sex Trafficking Lobby Day on February 20th. Learn More We Love Having Meaningful Conversations Think you would be a good fit for a More Than Money interview? Know someone who would have something to share? Want to discuss your story and find a better quality of life in financial confidence? Have something inspiring that is impacting others? Let's talk. More Than Money exists for you and responds to all inquiries through our contact page. Contact More Than Money 

Alex Trouteaud (Street Grace) - Alex is the Executive VP of Research at Street Grace, which leads faith communities, organizations, and individual volunteers on a comprehensive path to end Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking in Metro Atlanta and throughout the United States. In this interview, we cover two separate demand reduction programs they are involved with in the state of Georgia including "Not Buying It" and "Fathers Against Child Exploitation." As you listen, you'll have the opportunity to learn:  1. What the "Not Buying It" and "FACE" programs are all about. 2. What positive results the state of Georgia is experiencing. 3. How fathers play a critical role in reducing demand.   Read more at http://inplainsight.libsyn.com/#u5AvHxZ8mG16HZ0t.99