July 2016 Features

  • Georgia Gems at Macon's Bragg Jam

    July 28, 2016

    Macon’s Bragg Jam music festival brings the historic music city a collection of native Southern sounds along with alternative and indie artists. With more than 50 artists playing within a time span of 24 hours, it can be hard to choose where to devote your time.

  • CGTC Partner is Named July Face of Manufacturing

    July 25, 2016

    The Faces of Manufacturing in Georgia, a program sponsored by Georgia Tech, recently named Benjy Holt of Hawkinsville as their July 2016 Face for his work within manufacturing. Holt was nominated for the award by Central Georgia Technical College.

  • University of Georgia Offers Accelerated JD and MBA Program 

    July 20, 2016

    To help meet the growing demand for lawyers with business acumen, the University of Georgia now provides an opportunity for students to graduate with both a law degree (JD) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in only three years.

  • Geotechnical & Environmental Consultants Celebrates 25 Years

    July 11, 2016

    In 1991, Thomas Driver and his former partner organized the engineering firm known as Geosciences, Inc. and began with offices in Macon, Columbus, Albany and Valdosta. The pair later split, and Driver took over the Macon and Columbus offices with the name Geotechnical & Environmental Consultants, Inc., or GEC, and he later added an office in LaGrange. Now Driver, president and senior engineer for Geotechnical & Environmental Consultants, wants to thank the community for supporting him and his team with the celebration of 25 years of service on July 15th.

  • Where Should Americans Not Travel for Business Right Now?

    July 07, 2016

    American small business owners who travel abroad need to stay updated on all the latest news developments about no travel zones for U.S. citizens. Sadly, terrorism, political unrest and disease exists in just about every corner of the globe and, as an American, it’s prudent to be aware of the latest travel guidelines and restrictions. The U.S. State Department regularly issues and updates its travel restrictions for travelers.

  • Local Spherion Staffing Owner Michael Chalmers Opens Up Columbus Office

    July 06, 2016

    Spherion Staffing Services, a local recruiting, staffing and workforce solutions provider, recently announced the opening of a new office in Columbus at 1002 Broadway. Middle Georgia franchise owner Michael Chalmers will manage and operate this location, along with his growing team.