About Thressea Boyd
Authored 20 articles.
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University of Georgia Offers Accelerated JD and MBA Program
Features, 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.
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Center of Innovation for Manufacturing: Developing Partnerships to Grow Georgia’s Industries
Features, April 27, 2016
In an increasingly competitive global environment, Georgia’s manufacturing industry is using cutting-edge technology to develop new products for commercialization and increase the number of manufacturing-related jobs throughout the state. The Center of Innovation for Manufacturing, a program of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, is using university-led research to help the manufacturing industry throughout Georgia develop new products and processes.
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St. Peter Claver Catholic School Students Participating in NASA-based Research
Features, April 20, 2016
Students at St. Peter Claver Catholic School (SPCCS) are helping to gather data as part of a global research project examining how clouds affect the climate. Fifth graders in Shawndell McKinnon’s class are participants in the S’COOL Project, which is a partnership with NASA scientists and more than 3,000 students in 84 countries.
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Georgia’s Aerospace Industry Reaching New Heights
Features, March 08, 2016
The Centers of Innovation, a division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, is focused on helping industries and small businesses connect, compete, and grow globally. This is the first in a series of articles focused on the Georgia Department of Economic Development Centers of Innovation, which has six centers located throughout the state: Aerospace, Agribusiness, Energy Technology, Information Technology, Logistics, and Manufacturing.
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UGA Law Students Gain Valuable Work Experience in the Atlanta Market
Features, January 25, 2016
Students at the University of Georgia School of Law can now earn full-time professional experience in the Atlanta market while continuing to work toward a degree from the state’s flagship institution. The Georgia Law Atlanta campus is located at the Terry College of Business Executive Education Center, across from the Lenox Square Mall in Buckhead.
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How to Improve Cash Flow; Enhance Productivity and Efficiency
Features, December 08, 2015
Managing cash while increasing efficiency and productivity are critical success factors for today’s business managers. State Bank offers a suite of treasury services to help companies of all sizes manage financial transactions securely and efficiently.
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Newnan-Coweta Chamber Recognized as National “Chamber of the Year’
News, November 11, 2015
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State Bank Focused on Making the Community Better
Features, October 27, 2015
With 12 banking offices and a major part of its workforce in Middle Georgia, State Bank has a reputation for providing high-touch and superior service for personal and business customers. State Bank also embraces its responsibility as a community bank to help Middle Georgia grow and prosper.
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Moving Funds Securely and Swiftly a Must for Every Business
Features, September 01, 2015
Businesses today face many pressures to stay competitive. State Bank offers a suite of treasury services that enable companies of all sizes to manage financial transactions securely and efficiently.
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Blanchard Forum Focused on Changing Leadership Culture
Features, August 27, 2015
More than 1,200 people packed the Columbus Convention & Trade Center for the 10thannual Jim Blanchard Leadership Forum Aug. 24-25. Hosted by the Leadership Institute at Columbus State University, this year’s forum featured an acclaimed group of best-selling authors, leadership experts, and a social entrepreneur.
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Middle Georgia State Welcomes First Class of University Students
Features, August 18, 2015
A longtime dream begins this week as Middle Georgia State starts its first academic year as a university. Georgia’s newest public university started its celebration on July 1st, with events at all five campuses—Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins—and festivities are scheduled throughout the year.
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Savannah Logistics Lunch Presents Regional Focus on Growing Trade in Perishables
News, August 11, 2015
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FVSU Interim President Outlines Goals for the Year
Features, August 04, 2015
Dr. Jessica Bailey became interim president at Fort Valley State University on July 1st. Bailey has established three goals for this academic year: to increase enrollment of students, review programs offered, and raise and enhance the university’s reputation.
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State Bank a Georgia Leader in SBA Loans
Features, July 28, 2015
Jon Daly, Director of SBA Lending at State Bank, discusses issues small business owners should consider before applying for a small business loan. State Bank will make almost $75 million in SBA loans this year and ranks first among community banks in Georgia.
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Coliseum Health System Builds a Rich Health Care Environment
Features, June 29, 2015
Coliseum Medical Centers and Coliseum Northside Hospital serve approximately 150,000 patients from across Middle Georgia each year, a number that continues to grow. Demand for health care services in the region is increasing due to an aging population, tobacco use and obesity, which is representative of Georgia and the U.S.
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Guardian Pharmacy Impacting Long-Term Care in Georgia
News, June 25, 2015
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Georgia Credit Unions Affiliates Host Business Leaders from Dominican Republic
News, June 22, 2015
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State Bank & Trust's Altera Payment Solutions is Helping Businesses Grow & Become More Efficient
Features, June 11, 2015
Business owners perform many administrative duties each day to help their company grow and prosper. The responsibility of managing payroll and other human resource functions can often be overwhelming and complex. Altera Payment Solutions, part of State Bank & Trust, provides payroll expertise focused on the needs of small businesses.
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Georgia GROW Green Promotes International Trade Development
News, May 12, 2015
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Spring Time, the Perfect Season for Refinancing or Buying a New Home
Features, April 29, 2015
If you have started spring cleaning and stumbled across your mortgage documents, now may be a good time to consider refinancing. Interest rates on home loans continue to remain at an all-time low, and this also applies to new home purchases. State Bank & Trust Vice President Leigh Hartley advises homeowners to assess how long they plan to stay in the home and if the savings will outweigh the cost of refinancing.