Features
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Jobs & Economic Development Drive Michelle Nunn – In Her Own Words
September 16, 2014
Georgia CEO has been privileged to correspond with our state’s candidates for Governor and Senator. There is no question that this November’s election is pivotal for the entire nation. This year, Georgia voters will play an especially significant role in the future of the nation as well as the state. In our second of a planned series of interviews with the four candidates, we talk to Senate Candidate Michelle Nunn.
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Coliseum Announces Lance Jones as CEO
September 15, 2014
Coliseum Health System announced Lance Jones, PT, MHA, FACHE as Chief Executive Officer for Coliseum Medical Centers effective late September. He most recently served as the Chief Executive Officer for Turkey Creek Medical Center in Knoxville, TN.
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Turn Out to Vote Concert in Mercer Village on September 19th
September 12, 2014
The College Hill Alliance, Mercer University's Student Government Association and TurboVote have partnered with Middle Georgia State College’s Student Government Association, Wesleyan College’s Campus Activity Board, Mercer University’s QuadWorks and Mercer Law School’s Student Bar Association for a Turn Out to Vote concert headline by Ben Rector.
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BBB Event in Middle Georgia to Offer Free On-Site Document Shredding
September 11, 2014
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) invites the Middle Georgia community to BBB “Secure Your ID” Day Saturday, September 27th.
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Community Foundation of Central Georgia Helps Philanthropy Thrive
September 10, 2014
People choose to give to their community through the Community Foundation of Central Georgia because the foundation makes the process easy, convenient and flexible. Each donor sets the parameters for how their funds are to be used either generally or specifically. For example, if a donor is interested generally in animal welfare, CFCG staff will proactively look for projects in that field of interest. All donors have separate accounts.
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Why Candidate Deal Should Remain Governor Deal – In His Own Words
September 09, 2014
Georgia CEO has been privileged to correspond with our state’s candidates for Governor and Senator. There is no question that this November’s election is pivotal for the entire nation. This year, Georgia voters will play an especially significant role in the future of the nation as well as the state. In the first of four planned interviews, we speak with Georgia's current Governor Nathan Deal.
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Matthew Michael on Telling Your Story
September 08, 2014
When everything is stripped back, branding is really all about telling your story. Every business and organization has a unique story to tell, and it’s likely one you’re quite proud of. Your story is about your company, obviously, but it’s also about your products and your services and how they impact the people who use them.
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Vince Dooley Talks About Success, Passion and His Role with the Georgia Historical Society
September 04, 2014
Most mornings before you even wake up, Vince Dooley has already worked out. Retired football coach for the University of Georgia, vice chairman of the board of curators at the Georgia Historical Society, published author, noted speaker, and beloved grandfather, Vince (still lovingly referred to as “Coach”) knows something about success that many people grasp for all their lives.
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Macon CVB Helps Drive Tourism Dollars
September 03, 2014
According to Macon-Bibb County Convention & Visitors Bureau (Macon CVB) President and CEO Monica Smith, visitation to the area over the past year increased about 2 percent over prior year, which is fairly typical for the area. Hotel occupancy fell over the same period while hotel rates increased.
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GHA Reports Economic Impact of Georgia’s Hospitals
September 02, 2014
The Georgia Hospital Association released a report today regarding the economic impact of the state’s hospitals. Based on a study completed by the American Hospital Association and updated with the most current economic multipliers available from the Bureau of Economic Analysis, United States Department of Commerce, GHA’s report estimates that Georgia’s hospitals and health systems contribute $40 billion to the economy of the state.
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Pete Tosh: ‘Who Would Work If They Didn’t Get Paid?’
August 29, 2014
The economy is making modest progress, there are significantly fewer layoffs & many organizations are adding to their work force. One of the by-products being a significant number of employees – after weathering layoffs, added work load, salary freezes, increases in their contributions to benefit plans, etc. - are exploring these new job opportunities.
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Looking at Your Personal Financial Health; Buzz Law, President of Creative Financial Group
August 28, 2014
For Buzz Law, president of Creative Financial Group, it was love at first sight. “I’ve spent my entire 30-year career at Creative Financial Group,” Buzz says. With childhood memories of his father working alongside his own financial planner, and having studied business with a focus on finance at the University of Georgia, Buzz knew exactly what he wanted to do with his life.
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Infinity Network Solutions Brings Strategic IT to Small Businesses
August 27, 2014
Security. The cloud. Mobile access. Many small businesses struggle with these IT-related issues and are looking for the right software, hardware or integrated solution. Rob Betzel, CEO of Infinity Network Solutions, believes that before a business leader buys any IT solution, they first need to define their business strategy.
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Breaking Ground on a Multipurpose Outdoor Facility at Ingram-Pye Elementary School
August 25, 2014
On August 20th, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for a new outdoor education and recreation facility at Ingram-Pye Elementary School. The facility will include a playground funded by a grant from GE Capital, a ball field funded by donations gathered by Leadership Macon and a community garden funded by grants from Perdue Farms and Macon/Bibb Consolidated Government. This spring the Leadership Macon Class of 2014 adopted the garden project as its class community improvement project.
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The Transformation of Gateway Macon
August 22, 2014
Gatewaymacon.com will now be branded as “The Local’s Guide for Things To Do in Macon” and It’s goal will be to act as an online portal for living, working and playing in Macon-Bibb.
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Q&A with Gretchen Corbin, Commissioner, Georgia Department of Community Affairs
August 21, 2014
On August 1st, Commissioner Corbin celebrated her 1-year anniversary of being at the helm of the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. While she feels that a lot was accomplished in her first year, she has no plans of slowing down and is dedicated to making an even bigger splash—with the help of her great team—in year two. We chatted with Ms. Corbin about adjusting to her role and what else she has up her sleeve for Georgia’s economic development.
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Governor, State Officials on Hand for Georgia Military Academic Training Center Groundbreaking
August 20, 2014
Gov. Nathan Deal, University System of Georgia Chancellor Hank Huckaby, Technical College System of Georgia Commissioner Ron Jackson and other state officials broke ground Tuesday on a new $10 million education and training center that will serve as a multi-functional resource for military veterans transitioning to civilian careers.
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Spherion Staffing Thrives on Local Connections
August 19, 2014
Business at Spherion Staffing in Middle Georgia is up so far in 2014 over prior year due to an improving economy and a growing customer base, according to Michael Chalmers who owns Spherion franchises in Middle Georgia and North Alabama. The biggest increase is in staffing for manufacturing and logistics positions but staffing for administrative and clerical positions is growing as well.
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Lindsley Takes Command of Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex
August 18, 2014
The guidon was officially passed as Brig. Gen. Walter Lindsley took command of the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex from Brig. Gen. Cedric George during a change-of-command ceremony at the Museum of Aviation.
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8 Business Expenses You Should Stop Paying For?
August 15, 2014
In the excitement of starting up, it can be tempting to invest in things you don’t really need. When was the last time you took a step back, examined your business expenses and figured out where your money could best be used? We asked eight entrepreneurs from Young Entrepreneurs - “What’s one business expense that your company decided to stop paying for recently and why?”
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Pellicano Construction Opens Office in Macon
August 14, 2014
Pellicano Construction recently opened its fourth office location in Macon on June 2nd and celebrated with a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting ceremony with the Macon Chamber of Commerce on June 18th.
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GEICO Celebrates 40 Years of Growth and Community Service in Macon
August 13, 2014
After 40 years and two office openings, GEICO's Macon office has experienced tremendous growth from 150 associates to now more than 5,400 in its two locations. On Tuesday, Aug. 12, GEICO celebrated its 40th anniversary in Macon with its dedicated associates, state and local officials and business and community leaders.
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The Bear's Den Beats the Odds With 25 Years in Business
August 12, 2014
Kristi Lyles and her mother opened The Bear's Den in early 1989 as a take-out restaurant featuring southern homecoming based on their family recipes. It grew into a full-service restaurant with dine-in, take-out and catering. According to Lyles, the idea for the business was entirely her mother's.
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Central Georgia Health System CEO to Address National Healthcare Conference for Women
August 08, 2014
Central Georgia Health System Chief Executive Officer Ninfa M. Saunders, FACHE, will provide the keynote address at Modern Healthcare’s 2014 Women Leaders In Healthcare Conference, a gathering of women leaders from across the nation.
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8 Things to Ask Your Employees Before They Leave for Vacation
August 07, 2014
Summer vacations are a great time for employees to relax and recharge. However, it does leave your team in the office short staffed. Luckily, with the right systems in place your office can continue to run just as smoothly in their absence.