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Gary Wheat of Visit Macon on Positive Media Coverage
June 12, 2023
Gary Wheat of Visit Macon talks about 2023 and the positive media coverage the region has received. As an example, The New York Times recently named Macon as one of the top places in the country to visit.
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Georgia Center of Innovation's Chris Chammoun on the Upcoming Ag Financing Workshop
June 12, 2023
Chris Chammoun of Georgia Center of Innovation talks about events coming up including the Ag Financing Workshop on June 22nd at the Georgia Grown Innovation Center. The event will focus on financing options for agricultural entities.
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John Robertson on the New Clearwave Fiber App
June 09, 2023
General Manager at Clearwave Fiber John Robertson explains how you can manage your home Wi-Fi network with the new Clearwave Fiber App.
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Jessica Tucker of Wesleyan Gives An Overview of Enrollment Services and Online Education
June 08, 2023
Jessica Tucker of Wesleyan talks about enrolling in their online classes. This includes a personal experience with online tutoring and one of the easiest transfer programs available.
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Patty Gibbs of the Family Counseling Center on Employee Assistant Services
June 07, 2023
Patty Gibbs of the Family Counseling Center talks about how they help companies with various programs. A company can get a tailored program to help employers use the program to recruit and retain employees.
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Tiffany Mazo of Colony Bank On Different Types of Mortgages
June 06, 2023
Tiffany Mazo of Colony Bank talks about offering a wide range of loan products. One example is the Community Hereos Program that covers the medical field. While there are some restrictions, it could get you 100% financing.
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Nick Marudas of Mercer on the Future of CPAs
June 06, 2023
Nick Marudas of Mercer University talks about career prospects for CPAs and accountants. There is a shortage and high demand for these professions as there are a significant number in this field at retirement age.
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Fran Dundore on the 60th Governor's Honors Program in Georgia
June 06, 2023
Fran Dundore talks about the 60th year of the Governor's Honors Program in Georgia. Started in 1964, it is the longest running Governor's school in the country. They will gather at Georgia Southern University this summer and represent a selection from more than 4500 applicants.
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GEDA's Grant Cagle on How We All Develop Something
June 05, 2023
Grant Cagle of Georgia Economic Developers Association talks about the value of developing throughout life. Grant's mother said she was not raising boys she was developing young men. He has referred to this saying many times as it also relates to economic development.
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How Members of Farm Bureau Can Get $500 Off a New Ford Truck
June 02, 2023
Jay Murdock, Director of Georgia Farm Bureau’s Member Benefits Department, gives an overview of one of Georgia Farm Bureau’s most popular exclusive discounts. Through the Ford Farm Bureau Recognition Program, members can get $500 off select new Ford vehicles. Membership is just $35 annually and you can learn more at GFB.org.
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Chris Clark on Two Upcoming Georgia Chamber Events
June 02, 2023
Chris Clark of the Georgia Chamber talks about the first ever future of sustainability event on July 12th at Coca Cola and another special event on August 8th - the annual congressional luncheon to be held in Athens.
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Emily Allmond of Historic Macon Foundation on People Saving Places
May 30, 2023
Emily Allmond of Historic Macon Foundation talks about celebrating Preservation Month in May and their theme of People Saving Places. This includes awards events, Newtown Macon pub crawl and hosting special speakers throughout the month.
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Stuart Countess on Upcoming EV9 Production at Kia West Point Georgia Factory
May 24, 2023
Stuart Countess, CEO of KIA Georgia, talks about being the home of the new EV9. This will be the first EV assembled vehicle manufactured in the US for KIA. The features will include over 20 collision avoiding technologies and faster charging using the latest in EV advancements.
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Georgia Farm Bureau: The Hidden Costs of Cut-Rate Insurance
May 23, 2023
Insurance serves a critical role in providing financial stability, but policies can vary greatly and not all insurance companies provide the same level of service. Jeremy Causey talks about how partnering with an experienced agent and a dependable company can help families save more money in the long run.
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Vanessa Lane of the Georgia Education Foundation on Community Business Development Program
May 22, 2023
Vanessa Lane of the Georgia Education Foundation talks about their focus on training for minority businesses in the state. Small firms like salons, retail stores and so forth need resources and education to help continue to make these businesses even more successful.
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Nancy White of Macon Volunteer Clinic Talks About Unwinding of Medicaid
May 18, 2023
Nancy White of Macon Volunteer Clinic talks about the upcoming end of the public health emergency in May. Nationally, up to 14 million Americans will lose their coverage with many of those in the Macon-Bibb and Twiggs Counties.
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Neil Rigole of Middle Georgia State University on New Programs
May 17, 2023
Neil Rigole of Middle Georgia State University talks about two new programs recently approved by the Board of Regents. These are a Associate and BS in Computer Science. The school worked closely with Robins Air Force Base as well as local high schools to develop the program.
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Chris Chammoun of the Georgia Center of Innovation Talks About Upcoming Events
May 15, 2023
Chris Chammoun of the Georgia Center of Innovation talks about the upcoming major events. He discusses the upcoming logistics event and the second annual Georgia AgTech Summit on June 7th.
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Aaron Buzza of Visit Macon Talks About GHSA Hosted Events
May 11, 2023
Aaron Buzza of Visit Macon talks about the relationship with the Georgia High School Association. This has been a big economic impact recently of over $10 million including hotel nights, dining and other spending in the region.
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Chip Blalock of the Sunbelt Ag Expo on Youth Education Program
May 11, 2023
Chip Blalock of the Sunbelt Ag Expo talks about the 2023 upcoming event and the success of the Youth Education Challenges started in 2019. Various competitions allow young students to learn and network in a great environment.
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Dr. John Patterson of First Presbyterian Day School on Support of Nonprofits
May 10, 2023
Dr. John Patterson of First Presbyterian Day School talks about the economic impact of the school to the region. This includes support for nonprofits including the recent campaign to support Covenant Care.
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Trey Crisp of Middle Georgia State University on the Cross Country Facility
May 09, 2023
Trey Crisp of Middle Georgia State University talks about a new project called the Georgia Premier Cross Country Facility. The $1.5 million building has two climate controlled facilities for restrooms joined by an open air pavilion.
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Steve Raines of Colony Bank Talks About Merchant Services
May 09, 2023
Steve Raines of Colony Bank talks about the decision of the bank to take their merchant services in house to service their commercial customers. The bank has a highly qualified staff that will take excellent care of each customer furthering Colony Bank's commitment to service.
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Emily Allmond of Historic Macon Foundation on Using BBQ to Tell History
May 08, 2023
Emily Allmond of Historic Macon Foundation talks about the BBQ Trails and how the history of BBQ can tell the story of communities. She talks about the plan for documentaries and other events to highlight the diversity of those in this arena.
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Natalie Sellers on Excellence in Policing Certificate Offered by GMA
May 08, 2023
Natalie Sellers of Local Government Risk Management Services talks about the Excellence in Policing Certificate and program. It's design to maintain current industry standards and improve accountability and transparency.