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Holly Willis and Lori Haigwood with USA Payroll and Michelle Hanchey and Netania Walker with Toastmasters International

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Mike Sammond, Holly Willis, Lori Haigwood, Michelle Hanchey, Netania Walker, Steven Julian

Mike Sammond, Holly Willis, Lori Haigwood, Michelle Hanchey, Netania Walker, Steven Julian

Holly Willis & Lori Haigwood/USA Payroll

USA PayrollHolly Willis and Lori Haigwood, USA Payroll is dedicated to providing quality products and services beyond what you would expect from a payroll service company. They design every program to meet their clients’ demands. Their powerful and flexible payroll system gives you complete control of all your company information, while eliminating the burden of payroll preparation in house.

 

Michelle Hanchey & Netania Walker/Toastmasters International

Michelle Hanchey and Netania Walker, Toastmasters InternationalSurvey after survey shows that presentation skills are crucial to success in the workplace. Many people pay high fees for seminars to gain the skill and confidence necessary to face an audience. Toastmasters International provides an option that is less expensive and held in high regard in business circles. This organization has been around for more than 85 years and offers a proven and enjoyable way to practice and hone communication and leadership skills.

Toastmasters International is the leading movement devoted to making effective oral communication a worldwide reality. Through its member Clubs, Toastmasters International helps men and women learn the arts of speaking, listening and thinking – vital skills that promote self-actualization, enhance leadership potential, foster human understanding, and contribute to the betterment of mankind.

Eric Hansotia with AGCO and Todd Gerry with Tradebank of Atlanta

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Eric Hansotia/AGCO

Eric Hansotia, AGCOAGCO (NYSE: AGCO) is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural equipment. AGCO supports more productive farming through a full line of tractors, combines, hay tools, sprayers, forage equipment, grain storage and protein production systems, seeding and tillage implements and replacement parts. AGCO products are sold through five core equipment brands, Challenger®, Fendt®, GSI®, Massey Ferguson® and Valtra® and are distributed globally through a combination of approximately 3,100 independent dealers and distributors in more than 140 countries.

Founded in 1990, AGCO is headquartered in Duluth, GA. In 2014, AGCO had net sales of $9.7 billion. For more information, visit http://www.AGCOcorp.com. For company news, information and events, please follow us on Twitter: @AGCOCorp. For financial news on Twitter, please follow the hashtag #AGCOIR.

Todd Gerry/Tradebank of Atlanta

Todd Gerry, Tradebank of AtlantaTradebank of Atlanta is a trade/barter organization representing thousands of business owners who trade/barter their products and services to acquire the things they need without having to spend cash. Tradebank has offices throughout North America providing its clients with new avenues to market their business as well as a wealth of spending opportunities that can either reduce their cash expenses or enhance their personal lifestyles.

Daron Tarlton of DHG Healthcare, Chuck Douglas of Business Success Training and Tiffany Kirkland of American Diabetes Association

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Mike Sammond, Tiffany Kirkland, Chuck Douglas, Daron Tarlton, Steven Julian

Mike Sammond, Tiffany Kirkland, Chuck Douglas, Daron Tarlton, Steven Julian

Daron Tarlton/DHG Healthcare

Daron Tarlton, DHG HealthcareDHG Healthcare is the national healthcare industry practice of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP. The practice provides a full range of assurance and tax services, and also includes a boutique healthcare consulting business built on four distinctive market-facing service platforms (Strategy, Reimbursement, CFO Advisory and Enterprise Intelligence). DHG Healthcare is sharply focused on the critical business issues facing healthcare organizations in today’s transformative industry environment. For additional information, visit www.dhgllp.com/healthcare.

With more than 1,800 people in 12 states, Dixon Hughes Goodman is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is among the Top 20 largest accounting and advisory firms in the nation. In addition to comprehensive assurance, tax and advisory services, the firm goes to market by major industry focus and serves clients internationally and in all 50 states. Visit www.dhgllp.com for additional information.

Chuck Douglas/Business Success Training

Chuck Douglas, Business Success TrainingBusiness Success Training is a company that empowers corporations and businesses with entrepreneurs and soloprreneurs to accelerate bottom line revenue by resourcing them with cutting edge Sales, Leadership, Social Media, Goal Achievement, Time Mastery, Memory , Referral Generation, Lead Generation and Habit Formation Skill Sets which produce immediate and lasting results.

The primary vehicle through which this is accomplished is their Life and Business Changing SUCCESS SUMMIT 2015 that combines all of the previously listed skill sets with an additional bonus of networking with your local areas Top Business Professionals. This SUCCESS SUMMIT 2015 is being held at the Cobb Galleria on October 21st.

Tiffany Kirkland/American Diabetes Association, Atlanta/North Georgia Region

Tiffany Kirkland, American Diabetes AssociationAdults and children in Georgia are increasingly feeling the effects of diabetes as more than 1,000,000 suffer from this deadly disease, 350,000 of whom don’t even know they have it! If present trends continue, it is estimated that one out of every three children, and one in two minority children, face a future with diabetes.

That is why the American Diabetes Association, Atlanta/North Georgia Region office is so committed to educating the public about how to stop diabetes and support those living with this disease.

They are here to help and they invite you to join them. You will be helping to confront, fight and stop diabetes.

Rebecca Hurd with Harmonyx, John Andrews with LifeSouth Community Blood Centers and Antonio Little-El with LegalShield

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Rebecca Hurd/Harmonyx Diagnostics

Rebecca Hurd, Harmonyx DiagnosticsOn a mission to personalize medicine. Harmonyx Diagnostics is an innovative company that is changing the way medication is prescribed in America.

Founded in 2009, Harmonyx believes patients should be empowered to know if their medication will be safe and effective. Patients should also have the power to pay for affordable genetic testing without the hurdles health insurance can cause, and that pharmacists play a key role in giving patients this information by providing Harmonyx tests at their locations.

With the Harmonyx pharmacy partnership, participating pharmacies can provide genetic testing to ensure their patients’ medications are safe and effective.

Harmonyx is a fully automated genotyping system to deliver fast, easy and accurate results to qualified healthcare professionals, helping them determine the appropriate medication and dosing for each patient.

John Andrews/LifeSouth Community Blood Centers

John Andrews - LifeSouth Community Blood CentersLifeSouth Community Blood Centers is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community blood supplier for more than 100 hospitals in Alabama, Florida and Georgia. They are committed to meeting the blood supply needs of these hospitals by providing the highest quality blood components and services. LifeSouth is a community blood center, meaning the blood supply collected from their donors directly serves the needs of patients in their community. The blood donated there will stay there for local patient transfusions.

Each year, nearly five million Americans need a blood transfusion. To meet that responsibility, they need to collect 266,000 blood donations a year. That’s 728 donors a day. With over 30 donor centers, 44 blood mobiles, and over 2,000 blood drives a month, the LifeSouth team is committed to making sure the blood is there when you or your family member is in need. They are your community blood center.

The blood supply collected from donors directly serves the needs of patients at over 100 medical facilities throughout their footprint. The blood donated will stay in their community for local patient transfusion. Only if the local supply is met will LifeSouth share their blood resources with other communities.

Antonio Little-El/LegalShield

Antonio Little-El - LegalShieldLegalShield helps individuals and business owners obtain affordable access to actual law firms to handle everything from trivial to traumatic legal issues without having to worry about the cost.

 

 

Teresa Holloway with Sugarloaf Mills, Marques Burnett with The Sports Utility Vehicle, Steve Kendrick and Jennifer Kessler with Subaru of Gwinnett, and Julie Mills-Watson with Body of Health and Life

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Teresa Holloway/Sugarloaf Mills

Teresa Holloway, Sugarloaf MillsSugarloaf Mills is Atlanta’s largest outlet and value retail shopping destination with more than 180 stores, plus family friendly dining and entertainment all under one roof. Sugarloaf Mills is located at I-85 and Sugarloaf Parkway, just 30 minutes north of downtown Atlanta.

Retailers:  Sugarloaf Mills has over 180 incredible outlet and value retail stores including Nike Factory Store, Guess Factory Store, Kenneth Cole Company Store, Adidas Outlet, Skechers USA Outlet, Tommy Hilfiger Company Store, Old Navy Outlet, Gymboree Outlet, LEGO Brand Retail Store, Carter’s Outlet, Crocs, The Children’s Place Outlet, Levi’s Outlet, Journey’s and Eddie Bauer Outlet.

Entertainment:  Sugarloaf Mills provides entertainment for the whole family to enjoy throughout the day, including AMC Sugarloaf Mills 18, Goldeagle Airsoft Battlefield, Jumpstreet Indoor Trampoline Park, Lunar Mini Golf and Slingshot Speedway. 

Dining:  Sugarloaf Mills has a variety of on-site dining options with 12 eateries in the food court and several full-service restaurants including Atlanta’s largest Dave & Buster’s, Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, Thai Diner & Sushi and a brand new location from Shoney’s.

Marques Burnett/The Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV)

Marques Burnett, The SUVThe Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) specializes in live webcast production, sports marketing, and special projects. It provides players, teams, and events with live coverage while offering measurable opportunities for businesses to connect with their audiences via the world of sports.

 


Steve Kendrick & Jennifer Kessler/Subaru of Gwinnett

Steve Kendrick and Jennifer Kessler, Subaru of GwinnettLocated in Duluth, Subaru of Gwinnett offers a great selection of new and used Subaru cars. If you’re searching for a new car, browse their inventory of new Subaru Imprezas, BRZ’s, Outbacks, Tribecas, Foresters and Legacys. If you would like to test drive any of these models, come down to 2920 Satellite Blvd. If you’re looking for a pre-owned car, they can help you there as well. Browse their large selection of used Subaru cars as well as vehicles from other top manufacturers to find the right car for you.

At Subaru of Gwinnett, they don’t just sell cars, they provide a complete car buying experience. They provide customers with everything from Subaru repair services, Subaru auto parts sales, to car loan and lease financing. Visit them at 2920 Satellite Blvd and let show you how easy the car buying experience can be at Subaru of Gwinnett.

Julie Mills-Watson/Body of Health and Life

Julie Mills-Watson, Body of Health and LifeIn addition to being the author of Here’s the Deal about Cancer, Julie is the founder of Body of Health and Life clinic in Snellville, GA. After personally witnessing the power of whole body, integrated healthcare when her husband, Tommy, was diagnosed with brain cancer, a passion was sparked in her to share that knowledge and information with others.

Julie’s approach to sharing her knowledge is practical and hand’s on. She has managed to blend her story and expertise by writing a book and providing therapies in her own clinic. The inspiration of her husband’s energetic quality of life amazed everyone. She realized that by giving the body what it needs such as nutrition, detox, massage, etc. to boost the immune function, you could also improve quality of life. Empowering people with effective ways to help themselves during this fearful and confusing time in their lives is Julie’s mission.

At Julie’s clinic, Body of Health and Life, she and her staff approach the body very different than spa massage. They are licensed and certified in a variety of disciplines in order to assist individuals suffering from cancer, cancer treatments, lymphedema, chronic pain, post-surgery, fatigue, swelling. They assist the body to heal and never force an outcome. The goal is to help you hurt less, heal quicker and have a better quality of life. Body of Health is located at 1780 Oak Road (Suite A2) in Snellville.

Brian Pierce of Catalyst Wealth Management, Jonathan Holmes of Mighty 8th Media and John Miles of Law Offices of John M. Miles

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Brian Pierce/Catalyst Wealth Management

Brian Pierce, Catalyst Wealth ManagementCatalyst Wealth Management is focused on serving clients in the areas of investment management, alternative tax planning, wealth distribution planning and legacy planning. They enjoy working with accredited investors who love their families and have a true desire to be successful in all facets of life. By helping clients accumulate, sustain and ultimately distribute their wealth effectively, it is their hope that they will have a giant impact in this world.

Jonathan Holmes/Mighty 8th Media

Jonathan Holmes, Mighty 8th MediaMighty 8th Media is beginning its 10th year as a full-service marketing, communications and interactive agency with the credentials, creativity and a desire to help organizations build a strong brand and grow their company through effective communications strategies. They view each client uniquely and offer marketing solutions that emphasize both traditional and interactive marketing techniques that are targeted to their unique needs. Their team of professionals sets ambitious goals, plans strategies that defy limits and creates results-oriented campaigns that leave lasting impressions.

The firm’s name was inspired by the 8th Air Force, the largest force of its kind during WWII. Like Mighty 8th, they were formed here in our home state of Georgia, delivered great results and even extended their wings into Europe.

Located north of Atlanta, Mighty 8th Media was founded in 2005 by partners Jonathan Holmes and Bradley Sherwood. At the core of Mighty 8th Media is their dedication to an old-fashioned approach to customer service. They believe in the days when business relationships were often friendships in which the vendor could guide the customer through the decision-making process by fully understanding their needs, desires and financial parameters. By infusing creativity and a diverse mix of media and technology, Mighty 8th is skilled at breathing new life into old concepts.

John Miles/Law Offices of John M. Miles

John Martin Miles, Law Offices of John M. MilesJohn Martin Miles is an attorney on private practice in Suwanee. He is a solo practitioner which means that when you retain him, he is who you get, not an associate whom you have never met. John has been practicing in Gwinnett County for 39 years and over that time his practice has morphed to reflect the economy and the demands of his clients. At the current time his practice is focused on what he calls preventive law.

 

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Redcloud Auctions, Bullseye Auctions, Braincore of Georgia and Dave & Buster’s

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George Franco, Mike Sammond, Rick Sammons, Melissa Hergert, Phillip Thiel, Stacy Pruitt, Steven Julian

George Franco, Mike Sammond, Rick Sammons, Melissa Hergert, Phillip Thiel, Stacy Pruitt, Steven Julian

George Franco & Rick Sammons/Redcloud Auctions & Bullseye Auctions

George Franco and Rick SammonsGeorge Franco is a benefit fundraising auctioneer with Redcloud Auctions that specializes in raising thousands of dollars for non-profit organizations, schools, children shelters and corporations. Redcloud Auctions partners with Bullseye Auctions in real estate and other assets.

 


Melissa Hergert & Phillip Thiel/Braincore of Georgia

Phillip and Melissa, Braincore of GeorgiaBrainCore of Georgia provides an innovative, fun approach to traditional Neurofeedback therapy. Using patented BrainCore technology, their research-based, easy-to-use system aids clients in resolving symptoms of neurological issues including ADHD, anxiety, insomnia, PTSD and more. With offices in Marietta and Buford, and expansion planned for Vinings, BrainCore of Georgia is a leader in providing solutions to reduce symptoms, relieve stress, and increase overall quality of life for people living with neurological issues in the North Atlanta area.

Melissa Hergert is the owner and operator of BrainCore of Georgia. She graduated form Life University in Marietta, where she opened her first BrainCore office in 2013. Six months later she opened a second location in Buford. She is currently enrolled in a Master’s of Science in Licensed Counseling program and is trained and certified in Advanced QEEG and Neurofeedback through BrainCore Therapy, LLC. She is completing her mentorship to fulfill the qualifications to sit for the Board Certification exam for Neurofeedback Therapy.


Stacy Pruitt/Dave & Buster’s

Stacy Pruitt, Dave & Buster'sDave and Buster’s is your one-stop destination for food and family fun. With a fantastic menu, 40+ HD TVs and projectors, billiards, over 200 games and 16 lanes of bowling at their Sugarloaf location, it’s a night of fun for the entire family. Eat N Play Combos are available every day. For the adults, their three bars with the best bartenders is the perfect gathering place for your night out. D&B also offers private banquet rooms with full audio and video capabilities to accommodate all of your corporate and social events.

 

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Bruce Sharp with BB&T and Ray Ramu with Saia, Inc.

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Bruce Sharp/BB&T

Bruce Sharo, BB&TBB&T is a fast growing, full services financial institution that has been existence for over 140 years. The Bank reports assets of over $180 billion and is highly rated by the credit agencies. Although the organization is a significant regional company, the approach of its professionals is to lead with advice by meeting regularly with clients, face to face, in order to better understand their needs so solutions might be customized at the local level.

The Mission of the Bank is to make the world a better place by helping Clients achieve economic success and financial security, by providing an environment where their Associates can learn, grow and be fulfilled in their work, by helping their Communities be better places to live, and by generating a safe and sound investment for their Shareholders over the long-term. The Associates of the Bank cannot execute successfully on this mission without a strict adherence to the Bank’s core values, with the foundational values of Honesty and Integrity being integral to the success of the Bank since 1872.

The Commercial Team in Duluth serves business clients by assisting with capital formation, cash management, employee benefits, risk management, and personal banking/wealth management needs. Please contact one of the following team members—all of whom are located in Duluth, GA—for a consultation:

Bruce Sharp, Market President, 678-957-3814
Addam Taussig, Senior Vice President, 678-957-3798
Houston Bass, Senior Vice President, 678-957-3794
Blake Gober, Vice President, 678-957-3812
Preston Etheridge, Assistant Vice President, 770-813-2130

Ray Ramu/Saia, Inc.

Ray Ramu, SaiaSaia, Inc. (NASDAQ: SAIA), with 2014 revenues of $1.3 billion, offers customers a wide range of less-than-truckload, non-asset truckload, and logistic services through their three operating service groups – Saia LTL, Saia Logistics Services and LinkEx. The company operates 147 terminals in 34 states and is home to the industry-exclusive Customer Service Indicators and Xtreme Guarantee. With headquarters in Johns Creek, GA, Saia employs 9,000 people nationwide. In addition to its headquarters, Saia’s operations in Georgia include terminals in Athens, Augusta, Ellenwood and Savannah. The company has close to 1000 employees working at the five facilities.

Candace Williams with Hire Dynamics and Antony Kountouris with BMarko Structures

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Candace Williams/Hire Dynamics

Candace Williams, Hire DynamicsHire Dynamics is the #1 Staffing Agency in Gwinnet and #2 in Atlanta. They believe that staffing is more than filling a position – it can make a difference for their clients’ business strategies and change the lives of the talent they place. Their commitment to putting their people first has helped them become an award-winning loyalty leader both locally and nationally.

Antony Kountouris/BMarko Structures

Antony Kountouris, BMarko StructuresBMarko Structures is a shipping container modification company here in Atlanta. They convert containers into office buildings, rooftop bars, and even modular classrooms. If you are interested, you can find more about them here. They are also renting out container office space overlooking the Silverbacks stadium near spaghetti junction.

 

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Ricky Downs, Terrell Alexander and Louis Rosas with YourVideoViewer

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Ricky Downs, Terrell Alexander & Louis Rosas/YourVideoViewer

Ricky Downs

Ricky Downs, CEO

YourVideoViewer is the pioneer in marketing through video sharing. You can send email campaigns, capture data from social media sites as well as share videos to them, and view the statistics of all of these actions in your back office.

YourVideoViewer will alert you via text or email in real time when someone is viewing your video. This means your ability to talk to interested prospects greatly increases.

 

Terrell Alexander, CFO

Terrell Alexander, CFO

Louis Rosas, Senior VP

Louis Rosas, Senior VP