Features
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Finding Your Calling: An Interview with Jim Nantz, CBS Sports Commentator & 2016 Jim Blanchard Leadership Forum Speaker
September 08, 2016
Few sports commentators are more respected or well-known than Jim Nantz. From the Super Bowl to the Masters to the NCAA Final Four Men’s Basketball, Nantz has covered it all during his more than 30 years at CBS. Next week, Nantz will be a speaker at the Jim Blanchard Leadership Forum in Columbus where he will share how perseverance and passion have propelled him to the top of his field.
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Interactive Video: The Key to Real Customer Connections
September 07, 2016
In today’s cluttered media space, research shows that video stands out as one of the most effective ways to reach potential customers. However, a perfect, polished video alone doesn’t automatically generate leads or sales.
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Macon’s Big House Attracts Thousands to Former Allman Brothers’ Home
September 01, 2016
If you’re a fan of The Allman Brothers Band, or maybe just a music history junkie, you will want to be sure to make a stop at The Allman Brothers Band Museum at The Big House in Macon. The Big House became a place where members of the award-winning Southern rockers, The Allman Brothers Band, their roadies, friends and family lived and the growing collection of items on view include instruments the band members played, clothing, music, receipts for spending expenses, news articles and more. Museum staff estimates that the museum’s archives contain about 50,000-75,000 pieces.
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CGTC Ranks High among the State and Nation’s Community Colleges
August 25, 2016
Seven community colleges across the state, including Central Georgia Technical College, earned Georgia the No. 11 best ranking in the article, 2016’s States with the Best and Worst Community College Systems published by the finance website WalletHub.
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Mercer University Macon Campus Transformation Highlighted by New Facilities, Added Parking
August 19, 2016
Mercer University students returning to the Macon campus this fall will be greeted by several changes, including new dining options and additional parking, which are aimed at improving student life.
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Labor Commissioner Butler to Host Employer Summit in Macon on September 7th
August 16, 2016
State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler said that a business summit called Employers In The Know will be held in Macon on Wednesday, September 7th. The summit is one in a series of 12 being held throughout the state. This is the third year the summits have been offered to employers.
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Governor Deal Recognizes Georgia Manufacturing Alliance: Issues Third Annual “Buy from Georgia” Proclamation
August 09, 2016
Governor Nathan Deal, surrounded on the state Capitol steps by dozens of members of the Georgia Manufacturing Alliance (GMA), recently issued the third annual “Buy from Georgia” proclamation.
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Communicorp: 3 Ways to Strengthen Your Marketing Efforts with Photography
August 04, 2016
Picture this: on a table sits a thick, juicy burger accented with lush green lettuce and bright red tomato slices between a soft bun. There may be a price listing and a meal description, but at the very sight of the burger, you can almost taste it.
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15 International Travel Safety Tips for Roaming Wisely
August 02, 2016
When traveling to other countries, it’s important to always keep international travel safety in mind. There are many things you can do when traveling to various international destinations to keep you and your companions safe and secure. Here are some international travel safety tips to keep in mind for your next trip.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Communicorp: Key Benefits of Innovative Fulfillment Solutions
June 30, 2016
Finding creative ways to manage all of your marketing assets can be a challenge for any organization. Most marketers have various tools they only use for consumer engagement initiatives, and an entirely different suite of solutions for employee activities. Over time, marketers realize these materials must be continuously created, printed, packaged and stored in an organized way to facilitate access upon request, or to quickly ship when needed. Fortunately, there are innovative fulfillment solutions available in the marketplace to help address this pressing need.
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Perry Chamber CEO Darlene McLendon Talks Independence Parade & Freedom Fireworks Celebration
June 22, 2016
The Perry Chamber of Commerce will host the 2016 Independence Parade and Freedom Fireworks Celebration on June 26. The parade starts at 6 p.m. on Washington St. featuring the Hometown Heroes, military units, colorful floats, Uncle Sam, The Perry Dogwood Queens and more.
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Peyton Anderson Foundation Announces Over $4M in Macon Grants
June 21, 2016
The Peyton Anderson Foundation is awarding over $4 million in place-based project grants to 11 organizations, with the largest grant being $3 million to Mercer University for creating a new undergraduate science building to accommodate the growing demand for collaborative research.
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Bibb County Industrial Parks Designated as AT&T Fiber Ready
June 13, 2016
As part of AT&T’s continuing efforts to drive economic development and investment in Georgia, AT&T and representatives from the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority have announced that the I-75 Industrial Park and the Ocmulgee East Industrial Park are certified as AT&T Fiber Ready.
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Communicorp: Make it Personal with Innovative Print Solutions (SECONDARY)
June 13, 2016
There’s no denying that we live in a digital world that is always competing for our attention – from downloading the latest app to watching videos and engaging in online chat sessions. While many of these digital platforms have infiltrated the marketing industry, some experts advise us to retain the power of traditional print to help you make a creative impact in the marketplace.
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Communicorp: Simply Manage Your Creative Assets Using OnDemand Technologies
May 25, 2016
With all of your graphic design elements in place, you may be wondering how to manage these creative assets throughout your entire organization. Well, technology is a great solution to your dilemma. To help you understand the various solutions that come into play and how they work, let’s walk through a real-world scenario.
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Are Exhausted Employees Destroying Your Business?
May 24, 2016
Very few entrepreneurs get enough sleep, and the “sleep shortage” is affecting employees too. Seven out of 10 workers in a recent survey (PDF) by Accountemps/Robert Half report they are frequently tired on the job — which could be putting your business at risk.
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Georgia 2030: The Chamber's GPS Device to Reach State's Business and Economic Future
May 16, 2016
A hundred years ago, the then-newly formed Georgia Chamber of Commerce wisely initiated a road map with the intention of planning the future of business in the Peach State. Today, one year into the second century of the Chamber, President and CEO, Chris Clark and the Chamber Board are instead utilizing modern GPS tracking and other digital tools to explore and research emerging commerce trends, needs and resources for Georgia’s future. This initiative is entitled “Georgia 2030.”
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George Emami: The Anatomy of Commercial Real Estate
May 11, 2016
The world of commercial real estate can be quite elusive when it comes to understanding even the most basic of principles. Most people, even many residential agents in the business, often don’t fully understand some of the essential components. Since our company has many followers of both residential and commercial interests, I’m going to give you the George Emami crash course in commercial RE!
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10 Ways to Answer A Flood of Emails in One Day
May 04, 2016
Most small business owners are buried in email. This is discouraging since they don’t always get to answer the important ones. Business etiquette suggests that each email should be replied to within 24 hours.