January 2017 Video
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Rhett Rayburn on Positive Things Happening in Middle Georgia, Improving Macon
January 31, 2017
Southeast Regional Vice President for GEICO Rhett Rayburn talks about the changes he has seen in his time in the region from 20 years ago till today. He also talks about things that the Macon and the region has to be proud of.
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Lieutenant Governor Casey Cagle on Launching the StartGeorgia Initiative
January 27, 2017
Lieutenant Governor of Georgia Casey Cagle talks about the launching of StartGeorgia, which will provide resources to small businesses and startups in our state, and his desire to make the Georgia the "Silicon Valley of the South."
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Karen Paty on the Economic Impact & Importance of the Arts in Georgia
January 26, 2017
Executive Director of the Georgia Council for the Arts Karen Paty talks about the importance of Arts in Georgia, and the economic impact it has on our state.
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Chris Cohilas Discusses Recent Storms in Albany, Devastation & Need for Resources
January 25, 2017
Dougherty County Commission Chairman Chris Cohilas talks about the impact of the recent tornados in Albany and Dougherty County over the past month - the devastation, loss of life and property, and the impact on business and industry. He also discusses how the community has come together like never before to help those impacted, but despite the best efforts, more help is needed as local resources are maxed out.
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Josh Rogers on the Downtown & Historic Tax Credit Environment in Georgia
January 24, 2017
President & CEO of NewTown Macon Josh Rogers discusses tax credit climate in the state of Georgia and how developers and investors can redevelop historic and downtown buildings while getting a sizable portion of their investment back through state and federal tax credits.
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Brian Kemp on Annual Corporate Registrations Deadline & New Mobile App
January 20, 2017
Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp reminds business owners to renew their corporate registration before April 1st. He also updates us on some new technology that his office is implementing, such as their new mobile app, which allows business owners to renew their registration in one click.
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Reggie Moore on STEAM Programs & the Business Community
January 18, 2017
Director of the Macon Parks & Recreation Department Reggie Moore talks about working to partner with the local business community to help further local initiatives in STEAM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.
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AT&T's Glenn Lurie on Doing Business in Georgia
January 18, 2017
CEO of AT&T Mobility and Consumer Operations Glenn Lurie discusses what makes Georgia a great place to do business.
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Leslie Davis on McNeal Agency & Services to Middle Georgia
January 17, 2017
Leslie Davis with McNeal Agency talks about the company and providing benefits to both individuals and businesses in the region. She also talks about working in the community and giving back.
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Commissioner Camila Knowles on DCA & Job Creation, Downtown Development
January 16, 2017
Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Community Affairs Camila Knowles talks about working at the Department to create jobs across the state. She also talks about how the Department of Community Affairs offers programs to help business and communities grow.
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Alan Barfoot on Classes & Training at GaMEP in Middle Georgia
January 12, 2017
Regional Director of GaMEP Alan Barfoot talks about what the Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership at Georgia Tech does to help expand the knowledge of the region's manufacturers.
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George Emami on Things to Ask Your Real Estate Professional
January 10, 2017
Owner of The Brokery George Emami talks about things to ask when you are looking at hiring a real estate professional to help you with your property.
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Chris Clark on the Upcoming Georgia Legislative Session
January 09, 2017
President & CEO of the Georgia Chamber Chris Clark talks about this year's legislative session, which kicks off today in Atlanta. He discusses issues coming up such as education, healthcare, and strengthening Georgia's military installations, as well as keeping Georgia an attractive place for business.
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Commissioner Gary Black Discusses Agriculture in Georgia
January 06, 2017
Commissioner of Agriculture for the State of Georgia Gary Black talks about the agriculture industry in our state and where Georgia is heading in 2017.
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Allan Adams on SBDC Expertise Across the State & Working with Business Owners
January 05, 2017
State Director of the UGA SBDC Allan Adams talks about the vast expertise that the Small Business Development Centers across the state have to help Georgia Small Businesses.