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Georgia Small Business ROCK STAR Awards Luncheon Recap
August 15, 2017
Nominations are now open for the Georgia Small Business ROCK STAR Awards - here we take a look at some of the highlights from this year's luncheon honoring the winners.
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Joe Brannen on the 125th Anniversary of the Georgia Bankers Association
August 14, 2017
Georgia Bankers Association CEO Joe Brannen talks about the 125th anniversary of the GBA and the impact the banking community has on the state of Georgia.
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Deloitte's Lauren Powalisz on What Makes Georgia a Great Place to Do Business
August 07, 2017
Partner at Deloitte Consulting Lauren Powalisz talks about what makes Georgia a great place to locate and do business - such as access to talent, infrastructure, and the favorable tax climate.
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Kat Cannella on Leadership Action Activities at the Jim Blanchard Leadership Forum
August 02, 2017
Assistant Director for the Leadership Institute at Columbus State University Kat Cannella talks about additional programs and offerings by the Leadership Institute at this month's Jim Blanchard Leadership Forum in Columbus.
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AG Chris Carr on the Role that the Attorney General's Office Plays in Keeping Georgia a Pro-business State
August 01, 2017
Attorney General for the State of Georgia Chris Carr talks about the stable and reliable regulatory and legal environment in the state, and how that affects job creation and growth in Georgia.
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Mayor Keith Brady on the High Quality of Life in Newnan
July 31, 2017
Mayor of Newnan Keith Brady talks about why Newnan is a great place to live and raise a family.
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Richard Raby on Using Smart Beta to Your Advantage
July 26, 2017
Portfolio Manager at Creative Financial Group Richard Raby talks about the advantages of using Smart Beta indexes.
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Lee Thomas on the Growth of the Film Production Workforce in Georgia
July 25, 2017
Deputy Commissioner of the Georgia Film, Music & Digital Entertainment Office Lee Thomas talks about the growth of the film production workforce, and how through the Governors High Demand Career Initiative, the state is working to help provide this important industry with the workers and talent need to continue growth.
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Stuart Countess on the Quality Tree at Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia
July 24, 2017
Chief Administrative Officer for Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia Stuart Countess discusses the "Quality Tree" Concept that they employ at the West Point Facility.
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Governor Nathan Deal on Transportation Investments in the State of Georgia
July 18, 2017
Governor for the State of Georgia Nathan Deal talks about making significant transportation investments to improve Georgia’s infrastructure and why this important for the state to continue to grow jobs.
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Michael Robertson on Piedmont Newnan Hospital & Sense of Community
July 17, 2017
CEO of Piedmont Newnan Hospital Mike Robertson talks about the hospital and the importance of the community in the everyday mission of the organization.
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Kris Vaughn on Georgia Forward's Upcoming Forum
July 13, 2017
Executive Director of Georgia Forward Kris Vaughn talks about the launching of the the organization's new website and announcing of their Fall 2017 Class of Young Gamechangers Class. She also discusses their upcoming Georgia Forward Forum in Atlanta in September.
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Ag Commissioner Gary Black on Improving Nutrition in Schools & Sourcing Georgia Grown Products
June 29, 2017
Commissioner of Agriculture for the State of Georgia Gary Black talks about the dedication of the Department to help local school systems with improving nutrition and helping schools source local Georgia Grown products.
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Keith Freeman on the 850kw Solar System for the Westin Offsetting $75,000 in Power Expenses Monthly
June 28, 2017
Keith Freeman is Design & Project Manager with Coastal Solar. He talks about a very unique project the company worked on for Westin in St. Maarten. The solar project is saving the resort $75,000 monthly.
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Cleatus Phillips on Infrastructure Projects in Newnan Focusing on Transportation
June 26, 2017
City Manager of Newnan Cleatus Phillips talks about two of the biggest infrastructure projects going on right now in Newnan - the McIntosh Parkway Project and the Lower Fayetteville Road Project.
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Georgia Senator David Perdue on the National Debt
June 22, 2017
Junior U.S. Senator from Georgia David Perdue discusses America's growing debt problem, and how he is working to help bring awareness and helping craft solutions to fix what he calls our greatest threat to national security.
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Matt Bishop on the J.W. Fanning Institute at UGA & Developing Community Leaders
June 21, 2017
Director of the J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development at the University of Georgia Matt Bishop talks about the Fanning Institute and working to develop community leaders across the state of Georgia.
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Dr. Steve Barker on the Role of Education in Economic Development
June 19, 2017
Superintendent of the Coweta County School System Dr. Steve Barker talks about the role of education in economic development of communities, and specifically discusses Coweta County.
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UGA's Jeff Humphreys on the Continued Economic Outlook for Georgia in 2017
June 16, 2017
Director of Economic Forecasting at UGA's Terry College of Business Jeff Humphreys talks about what he sees ahead for the Georgia Economy as we go through 2017.
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Todd Anduze on SBDC Classes in the Area
June 14, 2017
Todd Anduze with UGA SBDC at the University of West Georgia talks about working with business owners and entrepreneurs to offer classes throughout the region.
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Philip Lewis on Fulcrum Equity Partners & the Venture Economy in Georgia
June 08, 2017
Fulcrum Equity Partners Principal Philip Lewis discusses how the venture economy has grown in the state over the last 10 years, and also discusses this Fall's Venture Atlanta Conference.
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Candace Boothby on Strategic Planning Initiatives in Coweta County
June 07, 2017
President & CEO of the Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce Candace Boothby talks about moving forward in 2017 for a new strategic plan for Newnan and Coweta County, as well as the Chamber.
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Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed on Atlanta’s National Visibility & Being an Economic Driver for the State
June 06, 2017
Mayor of the City of Atlanta Kasim Reed talks about working to make the city of Atlanta an economic driver for not only the state of Georgia, but the Southeastern United States. He also discusses the great resources that the city has and the staple of companies that make Atlanta special.
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Sean McMillan on Economic Development & Entrepreneurship Intertwined at UGA
June 05, 2017
Director of the Office of Economic Development at the University of Georgia Sean McMillan talks about the focus of innovation and entrepreneurship at the University.
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Crystal Stevens on Taking Steps to Avoid Identity Theft
May 31, 2017
Financial Planner for the Creative Financial Group Crystal Stevens talks about ways you can help avoid identity theft in today's digital world.