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Terry Smith on Economic Development & the Importance of AT&T Fiber Ready Designations
August 23, 2017
AT&T Regional Director Terry Smith talks about the importance of connectivity for economic development and how AT&T is increasing fiber in areas.
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Andrea Griner on Workforce Development Solutions at Central Georgia Technical College
August 22, 2017
Central Georgia Technical College Vice President of Economic Development Andrea Griner talks about how they partner with community businesses to find their needs in workforce and their process to help train for those needs.
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Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed Discusses The Role and Economic Development Engine of Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport
August 22, 2017
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed talks about the role of the airport in the economy and the successes that they have seen at the airport recently with companies like Delta and Porsche.
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Josh Walton on the Many Ways the UGA SBDC Works With Small Businesses
August 21, 2017
Area Director for the UGA SBDC Josh Walton talks about the ways the Small Business development Center works with new and current small businesses and entrepreneurs in the region.
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Clay Sikes on Reasons Behind the Growth Happening at Coastal Solar
August 21, 2017
Coastal Solar CEO Clay Sikes discusses the growth and expansion of their business. The growth is in part due to their great support program between them and their partners over the Southeast.
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Sandra Austin on the Importance of Customer Service
August 18, 2017
Elite Environmental CEO Sandra Austin talk about their approach to serving their customers.
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Kim Campbell Talks About Historic Tax Credit Consulting at the Historic Macon Foundation
August 17, 2017
Preservation & Education Coordinator for the Historic Macon Foundation Kim Cambell gives an overview of what the Historic Tax Credit is and how they work with people to help them apply and receive it.
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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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Gary Wheat on Future of Tourism in Macon-Bibb County
August 14, 2017
President & CEO of the Macon-Bibb County Convention & Visitors Bureau Gary Wheat talks about some of the focuses and where he sees growth in the future for tourism in the region.
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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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Dr. Joe Richardson on the VECTR Center & Resources for Veterans
August 09, 2017
Veterans Education Career Transition Resource (VECTR) Center Assistant Director Dr. Joe Richardson discusses how the Center works to Veterans connect them with vital resources at the state and community level.
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Alyssa Peters on Why It's Important for Your Company to have an Employee Handbook
August 08, 2017
Partner at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP Alyssa Peters discusses one of the most common ways to prevent litigation against your company - having a comprehensive employee handbook.
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Robins Chamber CEO April Bragg on HyPE - Houston Young Professionals Engage
August 07, 2017
Robins Regional Chamber President & CEO April Bragg talks about the new young professionals organization at the Chamber - HyPE, which stands for Houston Young Professionals Engage.
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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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Pat Topping on the Healthcare Community & Investments in Downtown Revitalizations
July 31, 2017
SVP for the Macon Economic Development Commission Pat Topping talks about the impact of the Healthcare industry in Macon-Bibb County, and some ways that this important sector is helping grow Downtown.
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Kathryn Dennis Discusses the Community Foundation & Celebrating 23 Years of Success
July 27, 2017
President of The Community Foundation of Central Georgia Kathryn Dennis talks about the organization and helping people achieve their philanthropic dreams, which over their 23 years have given over $75M in grants across the region.
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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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Rob Betzel on the Purpose of a CEO's Job
July 19, 2017
CEO of Infinity Network Solutions Rob Betzel talks about the vision and thought behind the CEO''s job.
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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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Tom Swift on ASP Pools & History of Growth
July 17, 2017
President/Chief Operating Officer of ASP Franchising Tom Swift discusses the growth of the ASP Model, which has grown into the nation's largest pool cleaning services company.
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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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Chris Tsavatewa on the Upcoming Macon Beer Fest
July 12, 2017
Chris Tsavatewa with the Macon Beer Festival talks about the upcoming Macon Beer Fest and the real reason behind the event coming up in August.