business link june 2011
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Business Link June 2011TRANSCRIPT
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B u s i n e s s L i n kChairman's Columnpage 2
103 Annual Meeting & Gala Highlightspages 4 - 5
Upcoming Eventspage 6
Member Announcementspage 10
Small Business of the Monthpage 10
New Memberspage 12
Ribbon Cuttings page 12
Commerce Clubpage 13
New Leadership Hall Classpage 14
G r e a t e r H a l l C h a m b e r . c o m
A Publication of the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce
Save the Date
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Thursday, June 9Business After Hours
Tuesday, June 14Small Business Success Seminar
Wednesday, June 22Job Fair & Career Expo
Open to the Public!
Job Fair & Career ExpoWednesday, June 22, 2011
Georgia Mountains Center10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sponsors: Greater Hall Chamber, King's Hawaiian, The Times Gainesville Area Employer Committee, Lanier Technical College
The Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce 2010-11 Business Awards were presented at the 103rd Annual Meeting & Gala on May 12 at the Chatta-hoochee Country Club. Award recipients included: Small Business of the Year: Rushton & Company, CPAsFamily Business of the Year: Milton Martin ToyotaCommunity Service Award: Riverside Military AcademyW.G. Mealor Chairman's Award: Russell Vandiver, Lanier TechDistinguished Citizen of the Year Award: Governor Nathan DealSilver Shovel Award Recipients:
Brian Cantel, Cantel Wealth ManagementLee Hemmer, The Simpson CompanyGeoff Lee, Road AtlantaDeborah Mack, Community VolunteerChris Wade-Curry, Gainesville High SchoolBrian Daniel, Carroll Daniel Construction CompanyWolfgang Harter, Community VolunteerMegan Martin, American Security ShreddingChris McCall, Keller Williams RealtyDonogh McGuire, Elan TechnologiesSherree Moss, Schreiber FoodsMandy Reece, Community VolunteerMelissa Tymchuk, Northeast Georgia Medical Center
Awards & Recognition at the Annual Meeting & Gala
The Distinguished Citizen Award was presented to Governor Nathan Deal. (L-R): Greater Hall Chamber Chairman Darrell Snyder, Georgia Power; Cham-ber President and CEO Kit Dunlap; Governor Deal; Chamber Chairman-Elect Jay Jacobs, Jacobs Media Corporation. (See pages 4-5 for more highlights)
The W.G. Mealor Chairman's AwardRecipient Russell Vandiver (center),President, Lanier Tech-nical College; Chair-man Darrell Synderand Chairman-Elect Jay Jacobs (left). The award, named for the first Chamber President (W.G. Mealor), has a long tradition of recogniz-ing outstanding citizens in our community and was chosen by Snyder.
Chattahoochee Marketing GroupPHONE: 770-534-4535www.chattahoocheemarketing.com
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It was great to see so many members and friends at the 103rd Annual Meeting and Gala. With almost 370 in attendance, it was an outstanding opportunity to recognize the Chamber's many volunteers that have ac-complished so much over the year. Many people do not realize how much of a team effort is required and how many volunteer hours are necessary to complete all of the Chamber's programs. Every day, our members, volunteers and staff are making a positive difference in the community. I was very blessed to meet and learn from so many great people in our com-munity this year, and I thank everyone for their time and talents.
We began 2010 with the theme "Vision, Value and Teamwork." Specific goals were developed, and all stayed focused on meeting the goals and needs of our members. A few highlights include:
In Education and Workforce Development, 57 Youth Leadership Hall and 29 Leadership Hall participants graduated and learned more about key aspects of the community. If these participants are any indication, the future of our community is in great hands.
The South Hall Business Coalition took great strides in reaching out to the South Hall area with new programs including a roundtable discussion among the area city managers. Membership Development created more networking opportunities for our members and achieved well over 100 new members during the membership campaign alone. Marketing and Communications launched a new website that is user-friendly and provides members with program information in an easy to search format. You can also follow the Chamber through several social media channels. Community Development, through the Healthcare Committee, had over 1,200 runners and walkers and a record number of attendees at the 4th Annual Get Fit Stay Fit 5K Corporate Challenge. They also held another very successful HealthSmart Expo promoting healthy lifestyles through health screening and health information resources from local healthcare businesses. VISION 2030 established committees for greenspace, comprehensive land use, harbor town, Senior Leadership Hall and others. A strategic leadership visit to Cary, NC is also planned for June. In Economic Development, ZF Group was one of the winners of the local industry of the year awards and went on to be selected as one of the winners of the Georgia Manufacturer of the Year Awards. Many other new industrial and retail announcements were made over the past year as new and expand-ing industries created new jobs and retail owners opened new restaurants, grocery stores, clothing and household goods stores and others.
All of these accomplishments would not be possible without great teamwork from all of you, our mem-bers, volunteers and staff. Thank you for your outstanding commitment to the Greater Hall Area. It is my pleasure to welcome our incoming Chairman and our first 3rd generation Chairman of the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce, Jay Jacobs. Jay's grandfather served as Chairman in 1928 and his father as Chairman in 1956 and 1970. Jay will do an outstanding job and develop many new ideas.
A special thanks again to all of our award winners and to everyone who has played a role in helping the community remain a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.
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Volume 17 Issue 6mcKemie West, editor email: [email protected]
GreaterHallChamber.com
Brenda Bahel, The Starke Companies
elisabeth Baldwin, BB&T Bank
Perry Barnett, Rushton & Company
Wade Beavers, Beavers/Rogers Law & Advisory
Dr. James Benson, Riverside Military Academy
William H. Beyer, NEGA Heart Center
Chad Bolton, NEGA Health System
Ruth Bruner, Mayor, City of Gainesville
sam evans, City of Oakwood Councilman
Andi Farmer, Milton Martin Honda
Kathy Fauscett, Keller Williams Realty
Jim Fitzgerald, Wrigley Manufacturing
Jimbo Floyd, Turner, Wood & Smith Insurance
Randall Frost, Stewart, Melvin & Frost
Tony Funari, Mayor, Town of Braselton
Dr. John Kennedy, Lakeview Academy
Jody lail, Chattahoochee Bank of Georgia
Kelly lee, Wells Fargo Advisors
Deborah mack, Community Volunteer
Keith mcleod, NEGA Urological Associates
mike miller, Mayor, City of Flowery Branch
Willie mitchell, Gainesville City Schools
Dr. martha Nesbitt, Gainesville State College
James Nix, Mayor, City of Clermont
Tom oliver, Chairman, Hall County Commission
larry Poole, Mayor, City of Gillsville
Terry Roberts, Lake Lanier CVB
Will schofield, Hall County Schools
Dr. ed schrader, Brenau University
David smith, Merial Select
Dennis stockton, The Times
Phil sutton, Kubota Manufacturing
milton Turner, Mayor, City of Lula
Darrell Wiley, J&J Foods
Philip Wilheit, Wilheit Packaging Materials
mike Williams, Lake Lanier Islands Resort
Drew Addison, Industrial Properties Group
Kellie Bowen, Full Bloom Nursery
Dede Gossage, Heritage Academy
melanie Fuller Hill, BB&T
Hart Payne, Community Volunteer
Kingsley Peeples, BatesCarter
Dr. Gale starich, Brenau University
Zack Thompson, Pro Touch Landscapes
Andrea Timpone, Elachee Nature Science Cnt
Tracy Whitmire, Accusite Surgical Services
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Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce 2010-2011 executive Committee
ChairmanDarrell snyderGeorgia Power
Chairman ElectJay JacobsJacobs Media Corporation
TreasurerBrian Daniel, Carroll Daniel Construction Company
Vice Chair, Economic DevelopmentRussell VandiverLanier Technical College
Vice Chair, Education Beth Baldwin Edward Jones Investments
Vice Chair, Government Affairslee HemmerThe Simpson Company
Vice Chair, Marketing and Communicationsmelissa TymchukNEGA Health System
Vice Chair, Membership DevelopmentAllen Nivens, Indigo Energy
Vice Chair, South Hall CouncilGeoff lee, Road Atlanta
Vice Chair, Community DevelopmentPhillippa moss, Gainesville-Hall Co. Community Service Center
Chair, VISION 2030Kelly miles, Smith, Gilliam, Williams & Miles, P.A.meg Nivens, Executive Officer
Co-Chairs, HALLmarkPaul Chambers, AT&TDavid lee, Jackson EMCmimi Collins, The Longstreet Clinic
Senior AdvisorRob Fowler, Turner, Wood & Smith Insurance
Immediate Past Chairmanemily Bagwell, Whelchel, Dunlap, Jarrard & Walker President & CEOKit Dunlap, Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors 2010-2011
Associate Directors 2010-2011
staff
The Success of Vision, Value & Teamwork
Darrell SnyderGeorgia Power Company Chairman, Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce
ExecutiveKit Dunlap, President/CEOJoy sims, Executive Assistant
Economic DevelopmentTim evans, Vice Presidentshelley Davis, Vice President Existing IndustryJean mcCullough, Project Manager
Finance & OperationsDavid umberson, Vice President Finance and Human Resources
Education & Workforce DevelopmentDana miller, Vice President
Government Affairs & South Hall Councilmichelle Wiley, Membership Coordinator
Community DevelopmentRobin Halstead, Vice President
VISION 2030meg Nivens, Executive Officer
Membership Developmentmichelle Wiley, Membership Coordinator
Marketing & CommunicationsKemie West, Business Link Editor/Consultant
Greater Hall Chamber Welcome CenterRobin Halstead, Manager
Intern, sara lewisNorth Georgia College & State University
Job Fair: For Employers and Job HuntersThe upcoming Job Fair & Career Expo on June 22 (10am - 2pm) has advantages for both job seekers and companies. Employers will have a chance to fill openings faster because managers can meet hundreds of job candidates face-to-face during a short period of time. Hiring managers can better spot talent that they might have missed otherwise, and the companies get a publicity boost during uncertain economic times. Companies will have the chance to spread good news about their business. Employer booths ($200) are still available for the event.
For people looking for work, the job fair and career expo provide coveted face-time and personal contact with hiring managers. Job hunters have the opportunity drive home points that aren't in the application and, potentially, elevate their application to the top of the pile. The Georgia Department of Labor will be on hand to assist job seekers with complimentary resume reviews and writing tips, and ZF Wind Power will be interviewing prospective employees during the Job Fair & Career Expo.
The 2011 Job Fair & Career Expo is free and open to the public. Details: Jean McCullough, 770-532-6206. Email: [email protected]. Register online: greaterhallchamber.com
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The Ambassador of the Year Award was presented to Megan Martin, American Security Shred-ding. Megan was chosen by fellow members of the Ambas-sadors Council in recognition of her ongoing service and involvement with Chamber membership projects, programs and activities. (L-R): Nick and Megan Martin, and parents David and Melissa Stewart.
Ambassador of the Year
Small Business of the Year: Rushton & CompanyRushton & Company, a Commerce Club Member and Chamber supporter for over 25 years, has grown into one of Northeast Georgias largest and most respected accounting firms. Initially a one-man company, the agency was founded by Barclay Rushton in 1981 and housed in a tiny office on Green Street in Gainesville. It grew steadily through those early years, then began to take off in 2005 with an aggressive growth strategy.
The recent recession has impacted Rushton & Company, just as it has many of its clients and the local business community. The firm has been especially sensitive to focusing its talents and expertise toward helping local and regional businesses navigate through the troubled economy in areas ranging from business planning to debt restructuring. While putting clients first and helping them through difficult times, the company has witnessed increased demand for its business counseling and accounting services while helping scores of area companies survive and even prosper in the face of adversity. Consequently, Rushton & Company has been rewarded with its own success growing to 29 employees with an average annual growth rate of 12 percent over the last six years. Rushton & Company celebrates its 30th anniversary this year.
Firm partners Barclay Rushton, Chris Hollifield and Perry Barnett lead and set an example for community service that is followed by their staff. The firm holds special in-house seminars designed to teach employees to be better community service citizens and exposes them to opportunities to get more involved in civic service. From local schools, churches and civic clubs to youth sports and non-profit agencies, the Rushton firms community spirit and involvement have made a tremendous positive impact. The Rushton firm also serves as a Partner in Education with two Hall County schools: Sardis Elementary School and Wauka Mountain Elementary School. rushtonandcompany.com
Family Business of the Year: Milton Martin Toyota
Milton Martin began a used car dealership in 1961 in Downtown Gainesville on the corner of Green and Spring Streets. He founded his business on customer trust and began building relationships that would last generations with his "Satisfaction Guarantee" creed, a guarantee that became the backbone of his long-standing, community-oriented family business. In 1970, during a time when imported vehicles were not readily accepted, Milton followed his business instinct and purchased the Toyota franchise. Within two years, the dealership was relocated to Browns Bridge Road to accommodate growth and today is the oldest family-owned and operated Toyota dealership in Georgia, now celebrating it's 50th anniversary.
The cornerstone of Milton's success is continued through his sons and grandchildren. Brothers Mike and Ricky now own and operate the business and continue Milton's principles of honesty, integrity and customer satisfaction. The company remains a Christ-centered business with a focus on commitment to excellence and dedication to the community. Milton Martin Toyota is a business partner with the Gainesville Police Department and the Hall County Sheriff's Office sponsoring the Teen Driver Program free of charge to local teens and a camp for youth to promote Internet safety and the consequences of drug abuse. The family played an important part in the mission of Eagle Ranch, providing seed money to purchase the land and ongoing operational support in later years. Milton Martin Toyota is a legacy of service and encouragement to others and remains a vital community partner serving the children and youth of Gainesville-Hall County and those abroad with support of organiza-tions like Helping Hands Foreign Missions. The Martin team continues its mission and seeks to "not look at our own interests first, but to the interests of others with a humble attitude and always a word of encouragement." miltonmartintoyota.com
Rushton & Company received the 2010-2011Small Business of the Year Award atthe Greater Hall Chamber's Annual Meeting & Gala. (L-R): Partners Chris Hollifield, Barclay Rushton and Perry Barnett.
Milton Martin Toyota and the Martin Family was named the 2010-2011 Family Business of the Year. (L-R): Alan Martin, Mike Martin, Milton Martin, Ricky Martin, Tommy Martin and Melinda Foote.
Riverside Military Academy received the Community Service Award. River-side and the Greater Hall Chamber have been partners for decades and the Get Fit Stay Fit 5K Corporate Challenge, re-cently completing it's fourth year, would not be a success without the support of Riverside. The cadets and instructors provide team building programs for Leadership Hall and Youth Leadership Hall and open their doors and facilities to numerous others in the community. Riversides community service programs allow cadets to participate in a broad range of activities that make a positive impact in the lives of others.
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Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce Silver Shovel Award Recipientsare recognized for outstanding service and volunteerism. (L-R): Lee Hemmer,The Simpson Company; Wolfgang Harter,Community Volunteer;Chris McCall, Keller Williams Realty; Deborah Mack, Community Volunteer; Megan Martin, American Security Shredding; Mandy Reece,Community Volunteer; Brian Cantel, Cantel Wealth Management;Chris Wade-Curry,Gainesville High School;Melissa Tymchuk,Northeast Georgia Medical Center; Brian Daniel,Carroll Daniel Construction Company. Not pictured: Geoff Lee, Road Atlanta;Donogh McGuire, Elan Technologies; Sherree Moss, Schreiber Foods.
Greater Hall Chamber 2010-2011 Chairman Darrell Snyder (left), Georgia Power, and wife Darlene with in-coming Chairman, Jay Jacobs, Jacobs Media, and wife Anna, at the 103rd Annual Meeting & Gala on May 12. Jacobs officially takes office July 1.
Greater Hall Chamber Honors Silver Shovel Award Winners
Passing of the Chairman's Gavel
Paul Chambers,AT&T, with wife Suzanne and Greater Hall Chamber Presi-dent/CEO KitDunlap. Over 350 Chamber members and guests at-tended the Gala that was spon-sored by AT&T, Georgia Power and Lake Lanier Islands Resort.
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Wednesday, June 8Network Over Coffee8:30 -9:30 a.m. Panera Bread
Wednesday, June 8Human Resource Council11:45 a.m. Luna's Restaurant
Thursday, June 9Business After Hours4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Port Royale Marina & Lakeside Community
Friday, June 10Economic Development Council7:30 a.m. City of Gainesville Public Safety Complex
Friday, June 10Ambassadors Council Banquet12:00 p.m. Scott's on the Square
Sunday June 12; Monday, June 13 and Tuesday, June 14VISION 2030 Delegation to Cary, NC
Tuesday, June 14Small Business Success Seminar"A Brand Apart" presented by Wyngate Drive Creative Communications7:45 - 9:00 a.m. Chamber
Wednesday, June 15Leads Group11:30 a.m. Turnstile Deli
Thursday, June 16South Hall Business CoalitionUpdate & Tour of Flowery Branch High School by Dr. Mark Coleman, Principal8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Flowery Branch High
Thursday, June 16Chamber Executive Committee11:30 p.m. Chamber
Wednesday, June 22Issues CommitteeOverview of the 2012 Transportation Investment Act (T-SPLOST) 8:00 a.m. - Chamber
Wednesday, June 22Network Over Coffee8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Chick-fil-A Stone-bridge Village in Flowery Branch
Wednesday, June 22Job Fair & Career Expo10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.Georgia Mountains CenterMeeting Rooms ABC
Thursday, June 23Chamber Board of Directors12:00 p.m. Gainesville Civic Center
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Thursday, August 18Business After HoursMcGarity's Business Products
HealthSmartWednesday, October 12Georgia Mountains Center8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Breakfast10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Wellness Expo
Get info on these and other Chamber events online: greaterhallchamber.com
Tuesday, June 147:45 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Greater Hall Chamber of CommerceSponsored by United Community Bank Free for Members; $15 Non-Members
"A Brand Apart"Presented by
Wyngate Drive Creative Communications
Details: Jean McCullough, 770-532-6206. Email: [email protected]
Small Business Success Seminar
Thursday, June 94:30 - 6:30 p.m. (new time!)Sponsors: Port Royale, Yamaha & Park Marine Boat Center9200 LanMar Road in Gainesville$5 Chamber Members $15 Non-Members Cash Pot Prize!
Fun on Lake Lanier at Port Royale Marina & Lakeside Communitywith great food from Pelican Pete's Bar and Grill. There will be the usual Cash Pot Prize and other great door prizes including free boat rentals, life jackets, shirts, and marine accessories. The newest Yamahawatercrafts from Park Marine Boating Centers will be on display. BestInBoating.comDetails: Michelle Wiley, 770-532-6206. Email: [email protected]
Business After Hours
Wednesday, June 2210:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.Georgia Mountains Center Dozens of Employer Exhibits Free Open to PublicSponsored by the Greater Hall Chamber King's Hawaiian The TimesLanier Technical College Gainesville Area Employer Committee
Share information about your company!Employers recruit qualified job applicants!
Employer Booths $200 each. Details: Jean McCullough, 770-532-6206. [email protected]
Job Fair & Career Expo
Thursday, June 168:00 - 9:00 a.m. Flowery Branch High School 6603 Spout Springs RoadSponsored by Milton Martin Honda$5 Chamber Members $15 Non-Members
Update & Tour of Flowery Branch High SchoolPresented by Dr. Mark Coleman, Principal
Join Dr. Coleman for a tour of Hall County's largest high school, serving over 1,500 students with an overview of state-of-the art athletic facilities, labs and classrooms. Reservations required. Michelle Wiley, 770-532-6206. Email: [email protected]
South Hall Business Coalition
South Hall Business CoalitionThe South Hall Business Coalition recently heard an update from area city managers. (L-R): Tim Pledgeand Gary Smith, Milton Martin Honda(event sponsor); Bryan Kerlin,City of Buford;Stan Brown, City of Oakwood; Jennifer Dees, Town of Braselton; Bill Andrew, City of Flowery Branch; Mike Williams and Grier Todd, Lake Lanier Islands Resort; Kit Dunlap,President/CEO, Greater Hall Chamber.
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Who we are:
CMG is the largest Promotional Products Distributor in Hall County and one of the largest Embroidery Operators in the Southeast. CMG is locally owned and operated by Rick, Susan and Mack Boyd and has proudly supported the Gainesville Hall County community for eighteen years. CMG moved to Gainesville in 1993 as a direct result of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce Red Carpet Tour hosted by Gainesville Hall County that year.
What we do:
Provide full-service Corporate Identity Programs specializing in embroidered apparel, screen-printing, ad specialty and promotional products. CMG has eight embroidery machines on-site and more than a 1,500 garment per day capacity.
Develop Customized Internet-based Stores utilizing proprietary software developed in conjunction with Red Clay Interactive. These client-specific stores manage multiple customers and allow client employees to purchase uniforms, company apparel and promotional products online while providing the clients management the ability to control what items are offered in type, styles, color, variety, etc.
Provide full-service Customized Uniform Programs for all facets of the medical industry by supplying scrubs, lab-coats, etc.
Produce the Official Locker Room Hat for both the NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl since 1997.
What we can do for you:
Now more than ever having a strong corporate identity is imperative to a companys success and CMG can provide the promotional products you need to best market your companys identity. CMGs motto is Exceeding the Customers Expectations in Quality and Service and we are proud to serve you while achieving this goal!
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Chattahoochee Marketing GroupPHONE: 770-534-4535www.chattahoocheemarketing.com
wishes to thank its many customers for their continued patronage!
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Who we are:
CMG is the largest Promotional Products Distributor in Hall County and one of the largest Embroidery Operators in the Southeast. CMG is locally owned and operated by Rick, Susan and Mack Boyd and has proudly supported the Gainesville Hall County community for eighteen years. CMG moved to Gainesville in 1993 as a direct result of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce Red Carpet Tour hosted by Gainesville Hall County that year.
What we do:
Provide full-service Corporate Identity Programs specializing in embroidered apparel, screen-printing, ad specialty and promotional products. CMG has eight embroidery machines on-site and more than a 1,500 garment per day capacity.
Develop Customized Internet-based Stores utilizing proprietary software developed in conjunction with Red Clay Interactive. These client-specific stores manage multiple customers and allow client employees to purchase uniforms, company apparel and promotional products online while providing the clients management the ability to control what items are offered in type, styles, color, variety, etc.
Provide full-service Customized Uniform Programs for all facets of the medical industry by supplying scrubs, lab-coats, etc.
Produce the Official Locker Room Hat for both the NFL Playoffs and Super Bowl since 1997.
What we can do for you:
Now more than ever having a strong corporate identity is imperative to a companys success and CMG can provide the promotional products you need to best market your companys identity. CMGs motto is Exceeding the Customers Expectations in Quality and Service and we are proud to serve you while achieving this goal!
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Chattahoochee Marketing GroupPHONE: 770-534-4535www.chattahoocheemarketing.com
wishes to thank its many customers for their continued patronage!
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Dr. Michallene G. McDaniel, Associate Professor of Sociology at Gainesville State College, was ranked 23rd on the largest online site for professor ratings ratemypro-fessors.com, based on rating and comments from students. McDaniel was also selected 2010 Ann Matthews Purdy Outstanding Faculty Member at GSC. gsc.edu Natalie Walker was named Brenau University's director of alumni relations. With 13 years experience, she will oversee programs for 18,000 graduates of Brenau campuses and online. Brenau is among the 53 remaining women's colleges in the U.S., four of them in Georgia. brenau.edu The Greater Hall Chamber has free copies of Georgia Trend's 2011-2012 Small Busi-ness Guide. The annual guide provides solutions on starting and growing a small business and seeks to serve the informa-tion needs of the state's growing number of small businesses. 770-532-6206. Email: [email protected] greaterhallchamber.com The Longstreet Clinic (TLC) neurolo-gist Frank McDonald, MD, MBA, was named to the 2011-12 class of the Georgia Physician Leadership Academy, a program to help physician improve health care de-livery. McDonald is a past president of the Hall County Medical Society, on the board of Health Access Initiative, the Medical Association of Georgia and the Georgia Neurological Society. TLC Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine welcomes Amy E. Borrow, MD, and Stephen R. Fisher, MD. longstreetclinic.com
The Hospital Authority of Hall County and the City of Gainesville elected Steve Blair, an instructor at Gainesville State College, as a new Authority member. John Nix, former managing partner of Bates-Carter, was elected to the Northeast Geor-gia Health System Board, and Tim Scully, MD, a cardiologist with Northeast Georgia Heart Center, was elected to the Northeast Georgia Medical Center Board. nghs.com Ron Simmons, area director, Gainesville Small Business Development Center was named 2010 Consultant of the Year. The SBDC is offering "Alternative Financing in Today's Market Place What's Available When the Bank Says No" on June 16, 10 am - 12 pm. Free. Call 770-531-5681. Register online at georgiasbdc.org WomenSource, The Longstreet Clinicand the Junior League of Gainesville-Hall County's 3-part Summer Health Series: Tuesday, June 14 - Exercise Habits for the Future, Injury Prevention, Safety, Maintaining Bone Density; Tuesday, July 12 - Looking Fit and Feeling Fit, Healthy Weight and Legs Obesity Solutions and Vein Solutions; Tuesday, August 9 - Battle of the Bulge, Middle Age Weight Gain. Call 770-503-9060 or email: [email protected]. Hall County's Russell McMurry was promoted to State Division Director of Engineering for the Georgia Department of Transportation. He will oversee precon-struction work statewide for bridges and roadway projects and assist in the develop-ment of environmental studies, rights of
way plans, purchases needed rights of way, construction plans, bidding, and engineer-ing technical support. dot.ga.gov Gregg Hake, CEO of The Spa on Green Street, announced that Les Nouvelles Esthe-tiques and Spa Magazine awarded The Spa on Green Street with the Southeast's Grand Winner of Outstanding Spas for Excellence in the Green/Wellness category in the May 2011 issue. Founded in 2004, the spa is dedicated to wellness education, the finest in spa services and transformative fitness instruction. spaongreenstreet.com Dr. Bonita Jacobs, with the University of North Texas since 2009, was named as president of North Georgia College & State University. The university also an-nounced a partnership with the Peace Corps that makes the university one of only five in the country to offer the new Peace Corps Prep Program. northgeorgia.edu Allen Read, COO/President of M3 Hotel Accounting, announced the relocation of its corporate offices to 340 Jesse Jewell Park-way, Suite 600 in Gainesville. The move doubles operations space for the growing hotel accounting and payroll services com-pany, where more than 15 jobs have been added in the last few years. M3 Hotel Ac-counting is the industry leader in hotel-spe-cific accounting software, processing over $8 billion in financial transactions annually. hotelaccounting.com Good Shepherd Lutheran Churchlaunched a capital stewardship campaign to fund a major expansion project at the church, 600 S. Enota Drive in Gainesville. The 3-year campaign will fund a new fel-lowship hall, renovated education wing, new kitchen, offices and increase parking capacity. goodshepherdgainesville.org
GTO 2000, a national provider of trans-portation logistics, was certified as a Smart-Way Transport partner with the U.S. Envi-ronmental Protection Agency. SmartWay is an innovative collaboration between the freight industry and EPA to address issues such as greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption. GTO2000.com Sterling on the Lake's 3rd annual Songs 4 Summer Concert Series is June 4th, 11th and 18th, 7-10 p.m., with live music, family fun, picnicking, giveaways and more. 770- 967-9777. sterlingonthelake.com/concerts Gainesville High School principal Chris Mance conferred honorary diplomas to Margie Braff, Don Brewer and Kit Dunlapat the school's commencement program. Recipients are chosen for service to the school and community, support for the school's mission or sustaining the traditions of the school. gcssk12.net Mansfield Oil Company announced a five-year agreement with Greyhound Lines, Inc., the largest provider of intercity bus transportation in North America. Mansfield and Greyhound will work together to relocate Greyhound Agencies to retail convenience store locations found on major thoroughfares and interstates throughout the U.S. Mansfield, the nation's leading provider of end-to-end fuels and fuels services, has served customers in the retail convenience store business since the company opened in 1957. mansfieldoil.com Coyote Management, L.P. recently named Michael Carey the new General Manager at Lakeshore Mall. shoplakeshoremall.com
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FAE Celebrates 5 Year AnniversaryFAE is globally recognized in the design and manufacturing of leading-edge vegetation control, rock crush-ing, mulching and soil stabilization attachments. FAE subsidiary, FAE USA, provides all domestic sales and product support for FAE products in the United States. FAE USA has been located in the Atlanta area for 15 years and at its present location in Oakwood since 2006. The industry has an impressive inventory of parts, from the small single bolt, to hydraulic motors, gear boxes, hydraulic hoses, replacement teeth and any imaginable part for every single machine that FAE
produces. The Hall County location will soon begin assembling equipment and encom-passes an additional six acres for future expansion.
When we located in Oakwood, Hall County, we had many visions of how our company would expand," said Giorgio Carera, CEO of FAE USA Inc. "Now, five years later, we have 25 employees including our independent representatives, and we are planning to begin an assembly operation that will result in more jobs for this community. We have also expanded our dealer network in the U.S. as well as in Canada and South America. We have exceeded our expectations and look forward to what the future holds for us in North America.
FAE USA Inc., Oakwood South Industrial Park, 5321 Rafe Banks Drive, Flowery Branch, GA 30542. faeusa.com
Oakwood Mayor Lamar Scroggs (left) and Shelley Davis, VP, Existing Industry, Greater Hall Chamber, with Giorgio Carera, CEO, FAE USA Inc. at FAE USA's customer appreciation and five year anniversary celebration.
A fixture in the Oakwood, located on Atlanta Highway across from the former South Hall Middle School, Oakwood Tire Company has provided quality tire and automotive service to customers since 1988. Oakwood Tire was purchased by Mike Robertson in 2008. Mike grew up in the family business, Dixie Tire Store, which was located in Downtown Gaines-ville for over 35 years. The current service staff has over 100 years of experience in the tire and automo-tive industry with 10 large bays and the latest equipment available
for most passenger vehicles. Added services include A/C service, fuel injection services, 24 hour roadside assistance, new tire sales, tire services for commercial trucks and U-Haul rentals. "Our goal is to provide fast and friendly, reliable service to our customers. Call, come by or visit us on the web for a quote for any service," said Mike Robertson. Oakwood Tire Co., 3120 Atlanta Highway, Gainesville GA 30507. 770-535-0943. oakwoodtire.com
Small Business of the MonthOakwood Tire Company
Small Business of the Month Recipients Mike and Kim Robertson of Oakwood Tire Company and Chamber Vice Chair of Membership Allen Nivens.
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Ron D. Wilson, DMD, and the Wilson Orthodontics team held a ground breaking for an office in Flowery Branch at the Publix development on Spout Springs and Friendship Roads, close to their office in Hoschton/Braselton. "The W Building" will bring patients the latest technology including Damon Clear, Invisalign, Invisalign Teen, an internet cafe, charity spa, theater, game room, coffee and snack bar! The goal to give patients the ultimate experience while providing the best possible, quality orthodontics in a timely manner. Wilson Orthodontics Gainesville, 770-536-0882; Hoschton/Braselton, 770-967-8462. WilsonBraces.com
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1/4 Page Ad2 columns 4.4167 x5Jimmy Kiser cuts ribbon
to celebrate his newest location of The Shipping Depot in Downtown Gainesville. The store is your one-stop-shop for all your business and mailing needs, providing mailing, shipping, check cashing, stamps, mail box rental, copying, faxing and more. The Shipping Depot, 229 E. E. Butler Parkway, Suite 300, Gainesville, GA 30501. 678-450-8042. shippingdepotusa.com
The Shipping Depot
Northeast Georgia Physicians Group (NGPG) family medicine physicians Monica Q. Newton, DO, and Wylie E. Newton, MD, a husband-wife team, cut ribbon for the new practice at NGPG Gainesville. The clinic is now accepting patients ages two and older for routine and preventative health evaluations, immunizations, same-day appointments, EKG, physicals, and laboratory services. Call 678-450-8969 to schedule appointments. 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The office is located at 950A South Enota Drive in Gainesville.
Northeast Georgia Physicians Group
Wilson Orthodontics South Hall Welcome New MembersArrow ExterminatorsJeff Blackwell957 Enota Avenue, NEGainesville, GA 30501(770) 535-7670-Pest Control arrowexterminators.com
Byrd's Mini Storage-AltoCalvin Byrd7341 Tripple Gap RoadAlto, GA 30510(770) 869-2332-Moving & Storage byrdsministorage.com
Echols Glass & MirrorDonna Echols5115 Bristol Industrial WayBuford, GA 30518(770) 409-1770-Glass Company echolsglass.com
Flowery Branch Driving School - Theres Graham4875 Hog Mountain RoadFlowery Branch, GA 30542(770) 965-1007-DUI & Driving Schoolfbdriving.com
GuildCraftDominic TulkPO Box 936Buford, GA 30515(678) 855-1075-Manufacturer/Processor
Masterpiece Mixers Paint and Party StudioKrista Dowling7435 Spout Springs RoadBraselton, GA 30517(678) 928-1100-Recreation masterpiecemixers.comSponsor: Paul Jones, Independence Bank
Russell LandscapeBill Russell2463 Hamilton MillSuite 280Dacula, GA 30019(770) 446-3552-Landscape Servicesrusselllandscapegroup.comSponsor: Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce
The Sign ShackKeith Abbott2335-B Thompson Bridge RdGainesville, GA 30501(678) 971-4255-Signssignshack-ga.com
Simplified LogisticsJeff Allison3518 River Road CircleGainesville, GA 30506(770) 861-8773-Transportation & Truckingsimplifiedlogistics.com
Wash Yer Duds LaundromatCarol Durden1125 McEver RoadGainesville, GA 30501(770) 533-9929-Laundromat
Get all the details about membership benefits and join the Greater Hall Chamber online at greaterhallchamber.com
Steve and Lilliana Conner cut ribbon to celebrate the opening of AccuQuest Hearing Center in Gainesville. With over 100 offices across the U.S., AccuQuest offers a unique package of services with every hearing aid they fit: three year full service warranty with loss and damage coverage; 30 or 45 day trial period; Free in-office repairs, cleanings, and adjustments for life; Free diagnostic and annual diagnostic testing; and accepts most insurances. AccuQuest Hearing Center, 601 Broad Street, Suite A, Gainesville, GA 30501. 770-532-4313. accuquest.net
AccuQuest Hearing Centers
From competitive run-
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over 900 participants
have registered for the
Consumers Life 5K
Run-Walk Corpo-
rate Challenge on
Thursday, April 22 at
Riverside Military Acad
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health, wellness and fitn
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families and individuals
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schoolers to 50+, are ge
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Runners begin at 6 p.m.,
and walkers at 6:30 p.m
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with "Hall County's Larg
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awards for the Fastest C
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and much more. To regi
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contact Robyn Lynch,
770-532-6206, Email: rly
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getfitstayfit5k.com (See
sponsors on page 12.)
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Chairman's Column
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New Board
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Innovative Company
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Upcoming Events
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Member
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Committee
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Small Business
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Openings &
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New Members
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Friday, April 16
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Thursday, April 22
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WIN $1000 CASH!
A Golf Ball Drop Raffle will tak
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or 3 tick-
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registration
and raffle tickets: Robyn Lync
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Join scratch golfers and hacke
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31st Annual Hackers Holiday on
Friday,
April 16 at the new Legacy on Lan
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Golf Club at Lake Lanier Islands.
Cost
is $150 per player; $600 team
(4-some).
Fee includes green fee, cart fe
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and reception. Register yours
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team. Awards include a Hole-
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sponsored by Milton Martin Hond
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drive and
more. 19th Hole Reception, sp
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Tournament sponsors: Charter B
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Gainesville Coca-Cola, Jackson
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LaFarge Aggregates and Turnsti
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31st Annual Hackers Holiday
Golf Tournament
Friday, April 16
Over 900 Registered for
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Runners at Get
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This year's event
will feature a new
race course at
Riverside Military
Academy. Over
900 runners
and walkers
are expected
to participate.
Registration is still
available for the
April 22 event.
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Commerce Club MembersSkip Barber Racing School, the worlds foremost school for racing instruction, is moving its offices to Hall County from Connecticut. The office relocation joins the schools existing base location that has operated at Road Atlanta since 2008.
Skip Barber Racing Schools decision to raise its profile in Georgia will help boost tourism in the state and draw other automotive companies associated with racing, said Governor Nathan Deal. The Racing School has been a great partner in helping us promote Georgia, and we appreciate its interest in growing along with the state.
The companys Road Atlanta facilities are centrally located for our operations and the logistical demands placed on our company. Hall County provides excellent proximity to major airports and provides access to skilled professionals for employment, stated Kevin Seidl, Chief Operating Officer, Skip Barber Racing School. The Greater Hall Chamber's economic development team began working with this head office relocation in June 2009 and invited the Georgia Department of Economic Development to be a partner in the initial discussions with Skip Barber Racing executives.
Skip Barber Racing School at Road Atlanta is one of Georgias crown jewels in adventure tourism. This move brings us closer to the resources and talent of the worlds most renowned racing school. Its a boost to Hall County and Georgia to be the home of Skip Barber Racing School, said Kit Dunlap, President & CEO of the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce.
Since 1975, Skip Barber has operated a fully integrated system of racing schools, driving schools, racing championships and corporate events across North America. skipbarber.com
Skip Barber Head Office LocationOrganizations that have been long-standing members of the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce were recognized at the 103rd Annual Meeting & Gala:
100 Years 1902-1911
AT&TCoca-Cola Bottling Company of GainesvilleGeorgia PowerMilliken New HollandTurner, Wood & Smith InsuranceRegions BankRiverside Military AcademyWells Fargo
75-99 Years 1912-1936
Brenau UniversityClipper PetroleumHarrison Oil & Tire CompanyHulsey, Oliver & MaharJackson Electric Membership CorporationNEGA Council Boy Scouts of AmericaThe Salvation ArmySlack Auto Parts CompanySmith, Gilliam, Williams & Miles, P.A.
50-74 Years 1937-1961
Adams Transfer & Storage Co., IncCain Electric CompanyCarroll Daniel Construction CompanyChattahoochee Country ClubCitiscoCity Plumbing & Electric Supply CompanyElmer Truelove DairyGainesville MarinaGainesville State College H. Lloyd Hill Architects & Associates, Inc.Jacobs Media (WDUN / WGGA)James Electric CompanyJunior League of Gainesville-Hall CountyKesler Tire Service, Inc.Lawson Air Conditioning & Plumbing, Inc.Mar-Jac Poultry, Inc.Matthews Printing CompanyMilton Martin ToyotaNortheast Georgia Health System, Inc.Quinlan Visual Arts CenterRiverside PharmacyStewart, Melvin & Frost, LLPSunTrustThe TimesUS Army Corps of Engineers Lake LanierWhelchel, Dunlap, Jarrard & Walker
25-49 Years 1962-1986
Allergy & Asthma Clinic of NEGAAmerican Business Womens AssociationAnimal Medical CareThe Arts CouncilAtlanta Gas Light CompanyAtmos EnergyBB&TBarbe America, Inc.
BatesCarterBenton & Parker Co., Inc.Burger KingPhillip Bush, DDSCargill, Inc.CMA Agency, Inc.Conditioned Air Systems, Inc.Crystal FarmsDon Carter RealtyDuplicating Products, Inc.ETCON Employment SolutionsF & M ImportsFieldale Farms CorporationFirst United Methodist ChurchGainesville Financial Services, Inc.Gainesville Radiology Group, PCGeorgia Mountains CenterGeorgia Mountains Regional CommissionGibson Dental Designs, Inc.Henry Goble, DDSHarris Products GroupHayes Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep of GainesvilleHenry & Company, LLPHighland Mountain Beverage Service, Inc.Home Builders Assoc. of Gainesville-Hall Co.Hudson, Carter & Company, PCIndustrial Pipe & Supply CompanyKoch Foods, Inc.Philip Koch, DMD, PCLakeshore MallLakeview AcademyLandscape Management CompanyLanier Technical CollegeLiberty MutualMcDonald's, NEGA Inc.M-D Building ProductsMorton, Vardeman & CarlsonNEGA Community Foundation, Inc.The Norton AgencyOlympic Oil CompanyGrady Parrish DDS/Chris Childs DMDPoor Richards RestaurantPrimex Plastics CorporationRegions BankRoad AtlantaRochester & Associates, Inc.Rushton & CompanySaul'sSkanska USASKF USA Inc.Smith, Gilliam, Williams & Miles, P.A.Southern Craft Dental LabSpecialty Clinics of Georgia, PCStewart, Melvin & Frost, LLPTipton Construction Company, LLCTunco Manufacturing Co., Inc.Turbo LogisticsUGA Small Business Development CenterVillage Nursing Care, Inc.Wal-MartWilheit Packaging, LLCWrigley Manufacturing Company, LLC
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2011-2012 Leadership Hall ClassFounded in 1983, Leadership Hall County (LHC) now has over 850 graduates. The program is coordinated by a Program Advisory Committee with newly elected repre-sentatives Brian Cantel, Cantel Wealth; Joey Bostwick, ComTram Group, and Deanna Brown, United Way of Hall County. The 2010-2011 Class of Leadership Hall County:
For more on Leadership Hall County or other Greater Hall Chamber Education and Workforce Development programs, contact Dana Miller, Chamber Vice President of Education, 770-532-6206. Email: [email protected]. Online: greaterhallchamber.com
Jay Bates - Wilheit Packaging Phil Bonelli - Wells Fargo John Breakfield - Breakfield & Dean, LLCGreg Brooks - 3 Dimensional LifeAshley Carter - Foothills Area Health Education CenterMarylynn Casula - The Longstreet Clinic, P.C.Alicia Caudill - Gainesville State CollegeJulia Clay - Brenau UniversityKarina Costantini - Gainesville-Hall County Community Service CenterAllana Cummings - Northeast Georgia Health System, Inc.Katie Dubnik - Northeast Georgia Health System, Inc.Callie Flack - North Georgia Community FoundationBrett Fowler - Turner, Wood and Smith InsuranceShane Gaddy - Wells Fargo AdvisorsSandra Gentry - Georgia PowerJoy Griffin - United Way of Hall CountyRev. Ben Haupt - Good Shepherd Lutheran ChurchKatie Highsmith - Jacobs Media CorporationBrian Hughs - The Simpson CompanyNick Kastner - Red Clay InteractiveMegan Martin - American Security ShreddingChris Matthews - Hall County Sheriff's OfficeCarol Moore - Georgia Mountains CenterGuerry Norwood - Regions BankTony Paramore - Gainesville Paint & Design CenterKingsley Peeples - BatesCarterLuis Santos-Rivas - Gainesville State CollegeCarol Shirley - Community Bank & TrustRustin Smith - Stewart, Melvin & Frost, LLPKeith Whitaker - Smith, Gilliam, Williams & Miles, P.A.Emily Whitehead - Milton Martin ToyotaShae Whitmire - Whitmire GroupTiffany Whitmire - Rushton & Company, LLCJennifer Wilson - The Fudgery, Inc.Bill Youngblood - Right At Home
Youth Leadership HallYouth Leadership Hall attended a day-long retreat at Montara Farm where the class participated competitive activities using a full range of skills, physical and mental abilities. The class took part in graduation ceremonies, and Darrell Synder, Chamber Chairman, presented 55 plaques to students. Many thanks to Montara Farm for their generosity and to Georgia Power for sponsoring lunch.
Permits Issued - Hall County
Housing Area Permits Apr Apr Mar Total 2011County 2011 2010 2011 2010 YTDBarrow 2 11 2 45 9Dawson 4 4 4 33 13
Gwinnett 48 81 40 647 202Forsyth 102 108 87 1,012 229
Jackson 2 7 2 39 7
Homes Sold and Closed and Average Price of Home Apr Avg Apr Avg Mar Avg Total Avg Total AvgArea 2011 Price 2010 Price 2011 Price 2010 Price 2011 Price
City 9 181,925 17 179,908 14 111,182 119 130,529 47 144,160
North 31 183,092 46 171,258 34 215,402 279 203,389 118 187,266
East 22 56,885 21 56,454 16 75,000 144 89,653 65 61,509
South 23 149,765 20 166,015 16 158,503 172 133,791 70 151,714
West 50 147,606 42 177,450 35 135,825 374 170,098 153 151,450
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The Power To Perform
DatacompiledbytheNortonAgency.Foradditionalinformationorotherdataproducts,pleasecall:
Tommy Howard The Norton Agency 770-718-5204 [email protected]
Key EconomicIndicators
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GainesvilleCity 9.6
Cherokee 8.7Dawson 9.5
Forsyth 7.8
Gwinnett 8.9
Jackson 10
GaMountains 9StateofGeorgia 10
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$209,926,629
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Senator's Healthcare Committee UpdateThe Greater Hall Chamber's Healthcare Committee heard a presentation from Senator Renee Unterman,Chair of the Senate Healthcare Committee, at the May 4th meeting. Unterman (right) with Healthcare Committee Chair Dr. Jack Chapman, Gainesville Eye Associates. David Westfall, MD, District Health Director, District 2, presented a plaque to Dr. Chapman on behalf of the Georgia Public Health Association (GPHA) in appreciation for his service on the Public Health Study Committee and presented a certificate on behalf of the Hall County Board of Health to Senator Unterman in appreciation for her work on HB 214 that established Public Health as an independent department. This presentation represented the first time in the 85-year-history of GPHA that an elected official has been honored by the association.
Chamber's Residential Beautification AwardsDave and Judi Scobey,5102 Town Creek Court in Gainesville, were awarded the Greater Hall Chamber's Spring 2011 Residential Beatification Award. Photos of extensive landscaping improvements made by the Scobey's.
Sandy Headley, Access to Capital (ACE), presented the May Small Business Seminar. (L-R): Ron Simmons,Gainesville SBDC; John Lawson, ACE Loan Officer; Sandy Headley, ACE VP of Lending; Marilyn and Jim Grier,Prepaid Legal. Elizabeth Carswell and Jamie Reynolds, Wyngate Drive Creative Communications, will present the June 14 seminar. Sponsored by United Community Bank. Details: Jean McCullough, 770-532-6206. Email: [email protected]. Online: greaterhallchamber.com
Small Business Seminar
Thank You Event SponsorsAT&T ComTran Group, Inc.
Georgia Power Lake Lanier Islands ResortMilton Martin Honda Montara Farms
Red Clay Interactive United Community Bank
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Business After HoursThursday, June 9Port Royal Marina4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Yamaha, Port Royale and Park Marine Boating Centers
Small Business Success SeminarTuesday, June 14"A Brand Apart"
Presented by Wyngate Drive Creative Communications
7:45 - 9:00 a.m. ChamberSponsored by United Community Bank
South Hall Business CoalitionThursday, June 16
"Update & Tour of Flowery Branch High School"Presented by
Dr. Mark Coleman, Principal8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
6603 Spout Springs Roadin Flowery Branch
Sponsored by Milton Martin Honda
Get information and register for these events and others online atgreaterhallchamber.com
Job Fair & Career ExpoWednesday, June 22
Georgia Mountains Center10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sponsored by Greater Hall Chamber, King's Hawaiian, The Times,Lanier Technical College and
Gainesville Area Employers Committee
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