April 2017 Features

  • Previewing Georgia’s Inaugural World Trade Day Conference; Behind the Scenes with Chair Diane Alleva Cáceres PhD

    April 28, 2017

    Georgia CEO catches up with Diane Alleva Cáceres, PhD for a special behind the scenes preview of Georgia’s inaugural 2017 World Trade Day Conference. During our time together, Dr. Alleva Cáceres shares insights about the conference lineup, speakers, panels and activities, as well as Georgia’s current and impressive state of international commerce including an estimated $121 billion in trade between Georgia and the world in 2016.

  • NYT Best Selling Author Joshilyn Jackson to Speak at Women of Prosperity Luncheon

    April 27, 2017

    Book lovers, take note: New York Times and USA Today Best Selling Author Joshilyn Jackson will be the featured speaker at the June 7th Women of Prosperity Luncheon at the Newnan Country Club.

  • Power Brokers, Fuel Experts Discuss Drivers Behind Georgia Energy Mix

    April 27, 2017

    Georgia’s diverse power and clean energy producing companies met recently for the fourth annual “Energy Brunch and Learn” roundtable discussion to determine the driving forces behind the state’s renewable resources.

  • Fayette County Launches New Brand and 3-Year Marketing Strategy to Attract Business and Talent

    April 26, 2017

    As part of the Fayette Visioning initiative, the Fayette Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Fayette County Development Authority, announced its new brand and marketing blueprint for Fayette County. Developed by Development Counsellors International, the blueprint will direct the County’s cohesive strategy to compete for business investment and workforce recruitment. The three-year plan will enhance economic development, talent attraction and community cohesiveness.

  • WGTC Qualifies 24 For National Business Competition

    April 20, 2017

    West Georgia Technical College Phi Beta Lambda students excelled at the 2017 State Leadership Conference in Atlanta recently, demonstrating their knowledge, professionalism and leadership potential.

  • Georgia Hospitals Contribute $47.8B to State's Economy

    April 19, 2017

    While Georgia hospitals are known for being the guardians of community health for the state’s more than 10 million residents, hospitals also play a huge role in bolstering Georgia’s economic health by pumping nearly $47.8 billion into the state’s economy in 2015 according to a recently released report by the Georgia Hospital Association.

  • 5 Ways Big Corporations Protect Their Data That Small Businesses Should Copy

    April 17, 2017

    Cyber attacks that steal sensitive data are an ongoing concern for every organization. Almost half (43 pecent) target smaller businesses. What’s worse, over half (60 percent) of the smaller enterprises that get attacked go out of business in six months. Having sensitive financial, personal and operational data stolen can ruin a small business. Stolen records and transaction histories can be used to steal from the small or medium sized business or its customers and that’s only the tip of the iceberg.

  • 10 Tips to Build the Perfect Business Machine

    April 12, 2017

    Want to take your business to the next level? There are tons of different ways you can give your business a boost through unique strategies like gamification and using various online platforms to boost brand loyalty. From pitching your idea to growing that idea to unparalleled success, here are 10 tips to build the perfect business machine.

  • Newnan-Coweta Chamber to Host Pancakes & Politics Breakfast on April 12th

    April 11, 2017

    The Newnan-Coweta Chamber will host a Pancakes and Politics Breakfast on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Newnan Country Club, 1356 Highway 29 North in Newnan.

  • Newnan-based CMP Gains New Investment Partner Tenex Capital Management

    April 07, 2017

    After three years with investment firm PNC Riverarch Capital and co-investors Florida Capital Partners, Custom Molded Products embarks on a new journey with Tenex Capital Management, a private equity firm that invests in established growing companies.

  • 10 Important Business Tips You Shouldn’t Overlook

    April 06, 2017

    When running a small business, it can be easy to overlook some things. Little things like social media profiles, customer insights and even your own happiness can make a big difference, even though they might not always be your main focus. Gain some valuable tips and insights by following the advice below from members of our small business community.

  • USG Foundation Raises More Than $1.43M for Need-Based Scholarships

    April 05, 2017

    The 13th annual Regents’ Scholarship Gala, held on Friday, March 31st, successfully raised more than $1.43 million to promote, support, and provide need-based scholarships for students at the University System of Georgia’s twenty-eight institutions.

  • LINC Trail System is Topic of Next NuLink Early Bird Forum

    April 04, 2017

    At the next NuLink Early Bird Forum, on April 18th, Parks Avery and Jim Thomasson will provide an update on LINC, the proposed multi-use trail system designed to connect the many areas of Coweta County. The proposed project would create 25 miles of trails in Coweta County.