May 2016 Video
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GDEcD's Tom Croteau on Thriving Industry Sectors in Georgia
May 31, 2016
Deputy Commissioner of Global Commerce at the Georgia Department of Economic Development, Tom Croteau talks about industry sectors across the state that are continuing to grow. He touches on the Automotive and Aerospace industries, as well as the 20 Fortune 500 Company Headquarters that call Georgia home.
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John Hall Discusses Military Affairs in Middle Georgia
May 27, 2016
President & CEO of American Pride Bank John Hall talks about his role as Vice Chairman of Military Affairs for the Macon Chamber.
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John Kennedy on James-Bates-Brannan-Groover-LLP
May 26, 2016
Partner at James-Bates-Brannan-Groover-LLP, John Kennedy talks about the firm and its growth in recent years, and the services they provide to clients across the state.
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Shana Young on Task Oriented vs People Oriented
May 26, 2016
Director of the Columbus State University Leadership Institute Shana Young talks about Task Oriented vs People Oriented.
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United States Senator Johnny Isakson on the Importance of Military for Georgia
May 25, 2016
Senior United States Senator from Georgia Johnny Isakson talks about the critical role Georgia plays in defense of our country, and the importance of keeping our bases and military strong.
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Bob Easter Discusses Why He Chose to Run for Bibb County School Board
May 23, 2016
Founder of Qwest Group, Bob Easter talks about his experiences in Middle Georgia and why he chose to run for Bibb County School Board.
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Rhett Rayburn on GEICO in Middle Georgia
May 23, 2016
Southeast Regional Vice President for GEICO, Rhett Rayburn talks about GEICO in Macon and the Southeast Region, and being part of the Middle Georgia Community for the past 42 years.
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Sean Knox Talks Knox Pest Control History & Growth, State of the Industry
May 20, 2016
Co-President of Knox Pest Control Sean Knox talks about their family owned company and their growth over the years, as well as the state of the pest control industry in the state.
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Tonya McClure on How Leaders Can Partner With the CGTC Foundation
May 19, 2016
Executive Director of the Central Georgia Technical College Foundation Tonya McClure talks about ways both business and community leaders can partner with the college to help further the region's workforce.
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Wes Walthall on Being Involved in the Local Chamber
May 18, 2016
Walthall Oil Sales Manager Wes Walthall talks about the benefits of being involved in the local chamber.
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Middle Georgia State President Dr. Christopher Blake Looks Back on 1st Year as a University
May 17, 2016
President of Middle Georgia State University Dr. Christopher Blake talks about the past year as the college transition to university status, and the impact that has not only on students, but the community as well.
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Ann Marie Emmons Discusses the Online MBA Program at Thomas University
May 16, 2016
Ann Marie Emmons with Thomas University talks about the University's online MBA program, which caters to the working adult and high interaction with faculty and fellow students.
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Kris Vaughn on Georgia Forward & Georgia Young Gamechangers
May 13, 2016
Executive Director of Georgia Forward, Kris Vaughn talks about the mission of Georgia Forward and the Georgia Young Gamechangers Program, which brings young professionals from all over the state to a community to develop ideas to foster growth. She also announces where the Fall class of Young Gamechangers will be participating!
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Mike Cassidy on the Georgia Research Alliance & the Importance of Research in Our Universities
May 12, 2016
President and CEO of the Georgia Research Alliance, Mike Cassidy discusses the importance of research in our universities, which contribute over $2 billion in research each year in Georgia. He also details how the Georgia Research Alliance facilitates these endeavors into new jobs and initiatives.
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Randy Jackson on the Future of Kia Manufacturing in Georgia & the Advanced Manufacturing Workforce
May 11, 2016
Chief Administrative Officer for Kia Manufacturing Randy Jackson discusses what the future looks like for Kia here in Georgia. He talks about how the company is committing to education initiatives to help prepare the workforce of the future.
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BCBS of Georgia President Jeff Fusile on LiveHealth Online Initiative & Impact on Rural Health
May 10, 2016
President of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia, Jeff Fusile talks about the growth of Telehealth and the launch of LiveHealth Online as a service for Blue Cross Blue Shield members, and how this can impact rural healthcare across the state.
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Laura McMaster on the Greater Macon Chamber's Total Resource Campaign
May 09, 2016
VP of Sales & Marketing for the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce, Laura McMaster discusses the upcoming Total Resource Campaign, where volunteers help area businesses find sponsorships and opportunities to promote themselves and get engaged with the Chamber.
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TCSG Commissioner Gretchen Corbin Talks About the Strategic Industries Workforce Development Grant
May 06, 2016
Commissioner of the Technical College System of Georgia, Gretchen Corbin talks about how important workforce development is for our state, and discusses two important initiatives - Move on When Ready, and the available Strategic Industries Workforce Development Grant, which allows students to receive free tuition to study in a high demand area of need in our state.
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Henry Kelly on Georgia Power's Support of Communities & Organizations Across the State
May 05, 2016
Director of Corporate Relations at Georgia Power, Henry Kelly discusses the company's efforts to make our state better through their philanthropic efforts. in 2015, Georgia Power invested $17 million in communities and non-profit organizations across the state. In addition, 6,000 employees and retirees completed more than 160,000 volunteer hours – an all-time record for the company.
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Hank Linginfelter on Being Chair of the 2016 Georgia Chamber & Georgia 2030 Initiative
May 02, 2016
Executive Vice President of AGL Resources Hank Linginfelter talks about being Chair of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce for 2016, the role the Chamber plays in our state, and the Chamber's Georgia 2030 Initiative.