HCCC 2018 June Newsletter

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A HENRY COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PUBLICATION

JUNE 2018

HAMPTON • LOCUST GROVE • MCDONOUGH • STOCKBRIDGE

IN THIS ISSUE Chair’s Message

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Business Profile

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Calendar

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SBDC

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Leadership Henry

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Henry Happenings

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Chamber Membership

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Business After Hours

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Business Boosters Luncheon

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MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE CHAMBER

Ribbon Cuttings/Golf Classic 13 TIP Sponsorship

YOUR BUSINESS IS OUR BUSINESS

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• E-NEWS SPONSORSHIP • Sponsor our weekly e-news and get your information to over 1400 contacts

Comfortably South of Atlanta The Henry County Chamber of Commerce serves as the voice for the business community, provides quality services and programs that meet the needs of its members, improves the economic environment of the community and creates a legacy of leadership for the future.

One of the best ways to increase the impact of membership on your business is through networking. The Chamber offers two networking events monthly, our Business Boosters Lunch and our Business After Hours. Joining a committee also offers more networking opportunities.

• BUSINESS CARD/BROCHURE DISPLAY • All members of the Chamber have the opportunity to display business cards and/or brochures in the lobby for guests to pick up.

Free for members.

• ENHANCED MEMBER PROFILE • For just $50 you can upgrade to an Enhanced Listing and receive additional perks such as mapping, additional search keywords, and photos. More free privileges include offering Hot Deals, Discounts and Job Opportunities.

• NEWSLETTER PROMOTION • Your contact information and a brief description will be included in the newsletter to announce

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your membership.

Additional newsletter exposure will include ribbon cutting photos and sponsorship mentions.

• MEMBER-2-MEMBER LOYALTY PROGRAM • The program provides value to members by: • Offering a point of sale bonus or discount to members making purchases at participating businesses.

• Building consumer loyalty.

• Fostering connections between members sharing business with each other.

• WEBSITE AD SPACE • The Chamber offers various levels of banner ads to be displayed for 6 months or annually on the Home page, Member Directory pages and more. Advertise on the website at a reasonable cost. Contact the Chamber for details!

• SUBMIT AN EVENT • Create your own event and add it to the Calendar of Events for members and the public to access!

• RIBBON CUTTING /GROUND BREAKING • The Chamber Ambassadors love to come to your business and assist in making your ribbon cutting, grand opening or ground breaking a special event! A photo of the occasion will be included in the Chamber’s monthly newsletter, website and social media and a video will be created for additional publicity.

• BUSINESS AFTER HOURS & BUSINESS BOOSTERS LUNCHEON • Promote your business & sponsor a Business After Hours or Business Booster Luncheon today! Attend these events to network with other local business

professionals in a casual, social and inexpensive way!

• EXCLUSIVE CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESS MINUTE VIDEO • The Henry County Chamber has teamed up with SCB-TV to help you promote your business online and promote your Chamber at the same time. Now that’s Synergy!

• DOOR PRIZE DONOR • Members may promote their business by donating an item or gift certificate to be given away at each chamber event. Members are recognized at the event during the pulling of the door prizes.

• CONNECTION VISIT GOODIE BAGS • Get your business seen by adding promotional items to the goodie bag, such as pens and coupons provided by members.

Free for members.

The 2018 Teacher Induction Program (TIP) luncheon is July 18, 2018. All items for the gift bags must be received by noon on Thursday, July 12, 2018. For more information on how to donate items, contact Phyllis Reeves at preeves@henrycounty.com (Details inside)

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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR

JUNE WOOD

Wayne Lowrey Executive Vice President at United Community Bank 2018 Chair of Henry County Chamber of Commerce

Your Chamber at Work…

During May, the Henry County Chamber of Commerce completed its annual membership campaign. Whether you are a new member to our Chamber of Commerce or one of our many long time, faithful members, I want to thank you for being a part of this organization. We greatly appreciate your investment in our Chamber.

Thinking of membership reminded me of a conversation I had recently with one of our members. He was asking how he could get more involved. It’s a great question and probably one that others of you may be asking, particularly our new members. First, the old adage is true…. The more you put into something, the more you get out of it. This is certainly true with the chamber of

Partners for Progress.

you attend the Business Boosters Lun- state and local government agencies to cheon. The monthly speakers are always stay abreast of key policies and actions a wealth of information that can benefit affecting the business community. you and your business.

The Small Business Council works There are several committees from to understand the current needs of which to choose. Take a look at these the small business community and to and find your place to become involved! ensure the Chamber is focused on adThe Education Committee develops dressing those needs.

partnerships with our education instiThe Membership Committee overtutions in Henry County and the State sees membership recruitment and recommerce. The great thing about the to enhance education opportunities and tention.

Henry County Chamber of Commerce workforce development.

The Golf Committee plans the Henis there are so many different avenues of The Business Ambassadors pro- ry County Chamber of Commerce Aninvolvement. motes and represents the Chamber at nual Golf Classic.

Attending Business After Hours is key events throughout the year such as Whatever your interest, I encourage a great way to network and get to know ribbon cuttings. you to get involved in the Henry County other members of the Chamber of ComThe Government Affairs Commit- Chamber of Commerce. Your talents are merce. I also highly recommend that tee develops partnerships with federal, needed and welcome!

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BUSINESS PROFILE Susan Crumbley, Executive Director Connecting Henry, Inc.

About Connecting Henry, Inc.

Connecting Henry, Inc. was formed in 1998 in response to the challenges facing our community and our families.

They are proud to be entering their 20th year of operations. Connecting Henry is the gateway organization that brings community partners and citizens together to collaborate and share resources with the community to advocate for, educate, and assist one another. They build strong relationships with community leaders, agencies, schools, and faith based organizations to strengthen families and unite the community.

They envision a community where collaborative partners work together to remove barriers to empower families to become stable and self-sufficient.

Their organization sponsors the Henry County Collaborative Group, which hosts bi-monthly community collaborative meetings bringing together representatives from the business and faith communities, local government and public agencies, nonprofit organizations, and individuals to discuss critical issues of the community and find ways to work together to form solutions.

Beginning in 2007 to the present day, Connecting Henry has coordinated and managed countywide programs such as collaborating with Henry Horizons, a General Equivalent Diploma (GED) program designed to give at-risk teens/young adults the tools they needed to become successful. They successfully incubated the fledgling ‘Communities In Schools of Henry County’ (CIS) program, a drop-out prevention initiative in all of their county’s middle schools, now also in high schools. Furthermore, Connecting Henry developed an excellent curriculum and established a vibrant year-round Youth Services General Education Development (GED)/Workforce Development program under the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) Youth Workforce Initiative Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA), which is now known as the S.W.A.G. “Students Working to Achieve Greatness” Program. The S.W.A.G. Program’s mission is to help youth and young adults find and successfully pursue a career path that leads to life-sustaining employment. Connecting Henry provides tailored, integrated and mutually supportive services, activities, and programs to meet the needs of their target population within the community to achieve desired benchmarks.

They field 250-400 calls per month for community resources and make referrals to appropriate agencies as needed. Additionally, they collaborate with other nonprofits and assist Henry County families-in-need with housing, utilities, clothing, food, and other types of financial assistance. In December, partnering with Henry County Government, Henry County Schools, and the community, Connecting Henry hosts the Community Cares Christmas Toy Shop granting hundreds of families-in-need the opportunity to provide Christmas gifts for their children.

Community Support

A department of Henry County Government and a non-profit

organization, is the local branch of the Georgia Family Connection. Their mission is to identify and connect existing resources in the community by facilitating collaboration to strengthen families and children in Henry County.

Chamber Involvement

Susan Crumbley states, “Being a member of the Chamber gives our organization visibility and credibility to other businesses and nonprofits.

Through the Chamber we make connections and refer partners and colleagues in the community.”

“We highly recommend other businesses and nonprofits to join the Chamber for the networking and marketing opportunities afforded through Chamber events. Furthermore, we advise others to take advantage of the recognized and successful programs and initiatives offered by the Chamber such as the Business Boosters Luncheons, Business After Hours, Ribbon Cuttings, Leadership Henry, Youth Leadership Henry, One Henry, and more.”

Awards and Recognitions

During the past two fiscal years, the organization and its Executive Director have received numerous honors and recognitions, which have generated, in turn, great interest in their youth program, S.W.A.G. “Students Working to Achieve Greatness.” Recognition and awards include feature articles, “Women of Substance” (2015), in the Southern Journal magazine, “Connecting Henry’s Got S.W.A.G.” (2017), in the Game Changers magazine, and “Students working to achieve greatness. Connecting Henry, Inc has S.W.A.G.” (2018) in the We Are Henry Magazine, the Edward S. Bridges Community Spirit Award (2016), the Commissioner Bruce Holmes Foundation Community Service Award (2016), and Let’s Talk America Community Award (2016 and 2017).

Connecting Henry, Inc. 66 Veterans Drive McDonough, GA 30253 (770) 288-6230 www.connectinghenry.org

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2018 BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Wayne Lowrey, Chairman, United Community Bank Sharon Ponder, Chair-elect Bennett International Group Christy Chewning, Secretary / Treasurer, Central Georgia EMC Rod Meadows, Immediate Past Chair, Meadows, Macie & Sutton, PC Josh Duncan, Vice Chair for Government & Education, Edward Jones Morrelle McCrary, Vice Chair for Economic & Cultural Devp, RAM-Tech PC Solutions Laura Turner, Laura Turner, CVB Chair and Vice Chair for Chamber Development David Gill, HCCC President & CEO

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CLASS OF 2018: Christy Chewning, Central Georgia EMC Patti Brown, SERVPRO of Henry & Spalding David Curry, Henry County Tax Commissioner Josh Duncan, Edward Jones Investments Eugene Edwards, President, Henry County NAACP Morrelle McCrary, RAM-Tech PC Solutions Greg Hammonds, Whaley Hammonds Tomasello, PC CLASS OF 2019: Laura Turner – Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Sen. Brian Strickland – Smith, Welch, Webb & White Lincoln Parks – Web Mobile Fusion Shaun Mock – Snapping Shoals EMC Richard Sylvia – Chairman, One Henry Professional Services team David Campbell – Georgia Power

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CLASS OF 2020: Scott Mahone, Mercer University Genie Moore Kedon Williams, Southern States, LLC Kerry Arnold, Heritage Bank Sharon Ponder, Chair-elect, Bennett International Group Linda Clark, C & C Fence CHAIR APPOINTEES Kate Troelstra – Clayton State University Mike Griffin – Griffin Insurance Agency Peto Fallas – Fallas Family Vision EX OFFICIO MEMBERS Deborah Armstrong, Henry County Hospital Authority Dr. Mary Elizabeth Davis, Superintendent, Henry County Schools Tony Carnell, HC Water Authority HC Development Authority Angie Sorrow, Leadership Henry

Don Dunlap, Youth Leadership Henry Mayor Robert Price, City of Locust Grove Mayor Steve Hutchison, City of Hampton Mayor Billy Copeland, City of McDonough Mayor Anthony Ford, City of Stockbridge June Wood, Chair, Henry County BOC Leonard Sledge, HC Development Authority

CHAMBER STAFF David Gill, President & CEO Lydia Pierre, Director of Communications Gary Sparrow, Membership Director Phyllis Reeves, Office Manager CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU STAFF Laura Luker, Director of Tourism Aisha White, Digital Marketing Assistant

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Five Questions to Answer before Marketing Anything it! The same goes for any type of marketing – figure out what the viewer/listener/customer will want to know.

By Alisa Kirk

4. What is your objective for the marketing? Do you want to educate people about your product or service, or provide an easy way for them to purchase, or maybe just answer questions a potential customer might have? If it’s an event, perhaps you want to meet one or two people who might become referral sources.

Before you hire someone to design a website, or pay someone to put up a billboard ad, or sign up to attend a networking event (yes, that is marketing, too), there is something you can do that will greatly increase your odds of achieving your goal: you can consider five questions. Unfortunately, many business owners don’t think about these questions until after the website has been created, or after the event while they’re wondering whether it was worth the money they paid. What are these questions?

1. Who am I trying to reach with this website/ billboard/event attendance? Would you go to the supermarket with absolutely no idea of what you want to buy? No – you may buy im- 2. How will they find the website/billboard/me 3. What will they be looking for when they arrive pulse items, but you usually had a purpose for at the website, or see the billboard, or meet at the event? If it’s a digital creation, like a going. Many people, however, create a webme at the event? One of the biggest mistakes website or social media, how will the people site with no real analysis of who they’re trying when having a website created is not knowing find you? If it’s a billboard, how will they noto attract and what those people would want. what information the viewers will be seeking. tice it? If it’s an event, how will you find the Think about who you are trying to reach beIf someone would go to your site to find information on your location, make sure they find people you’re looking for? fore you design anything.

5. What specifically do you want to happen as a result of the encounter? Do you want them to call you, refer someone to you, talk about you?

If you don’t know what you want to happen, how will you make sure you’re successful? It’s amazing how many business owners want the customers to call them, but they don’t make it easy for people to find their number!

I know it sounds obsessive, but this is business – don’t go to another event, or pay for any type of marketing without planning why you’re going/ doing it, who you’re looking for, and what you want to happen. Then keep track of the results so you can learn and tweak the next time!

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Youth Leadership Henry graduates its Class of 2018 The Youth Leadership Henry Class of 2018 met for the last time at their Graduation Ceremony from the program on the evening of Monday, May 7, 2018 at the Locust Grove Event Center.

As folks arrived and checked in, they were able to catch up with their classmates that they hadn’t seen since their windshield tour of the county with County Historian Gene Morris, and their aerial view from the Hueys of the Army Aviation Heritage Flying Museum in Hampton last month.

After the welcome and invocation/blessing, attendees enjoyed a great dinner catered by Shane’s Rib Shack, great community partners with our program.

Each year two participants are chosen who exemplify the traits Youth Leadership Henry seeks to develop in our program, and they are recognized for their Participatory Excellence. The 2017 recipients, Miss Hunter Gause and Mr. Sebastian tenets of Youth Leadership Henry both in the proCowart, returned to present this award to the winners from this year’s class, Miss Maria Adams and gram and in outside volunteer activities.

Miss Adams and Miss Caughlin shared with Miss Maggie Caughlin; recognized by their classmates and their board for the way they model the us how they had grown through participation

Parker, shared a very personal message with the class. In remarks that were often humorous (and frequently hilarious) he illustrated through personal example the importance of setting strategic goals and working toward them, while always remembering to tell the folks you love and care about that you love and care about them while you can. It was a powerful message for the class and everyone in the room.

The class members were recognized with certificates of program completion and a copy of the group picture on the Oglethorpe Staircase at the Capitol from their State Government Day. After a group photo the class left this last time as a group, challenged to make our community a better place to live, work, and play. in our program through insightful remarks that Do you know a rising sophomore that would resonated with the audience of parents and class be a great fit for our program? Our online applimembers. cation is open for the Class of 2019 at youthleadThe keynote speaker for the evening, Mr. Earl ershiphenry.com

Leadership Henry Graduates Class of 2018 The Leadership Henry Class of 2017-18 graduated during a ceremony in May. The 29 class members completed a ten month leadership training program that provided participants with an understanding of our county’s history, diversity, government, economy, education, human services and healthcare.

Each month, they visited sites throughout the community, met with local and state leaders, and developed their own leadership skills.

Participants were also involved in addressing the needs of the community through a legacy project chosen by the class. This year’s legacy project was the construction of a multi-use pavilion at the Bear Creek Senior Center in Hampton.

During the graduation ceremony, members of the Leadership Henry board of directors presented the class with plaques and engraved portfolios. Attendees enjoyed a video with memories of their class year. Henry County Chamber of Commerce President David Gill challenged the class

to take the leadership skills gained during the program year and to utilize them in service to the community.

Several awards were also given out during the evening.

The Edward S. Bridges Community Spirit Award is bestowed on a Leadership Henry

alumnus who exhibits a spirit of service to Henry County.

Leadership Henry Board Chair Brian Andrews presented the 2018 award to board member Laura Turner.

Emeritus board member Joyce Rodgers presented the Joyce Rodgers Heart of Henry

Award. This honor is selected by the current class and bestowed upon a class member that they feel displays the highest leadership skills.

The Class of 2006 created the award as a way to honor Board Emerita Joyce Rodgers for her consistent support, dedication, and leadership skills. In addition to the honoree being named in front of the class at graduation, the person chosen for this honor will serve a one-year term on the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Mrs. Rodgers presented the 2018 award to class member Trisha Colpetzer.

Congratulations to all of the Leadership Henry award winners and graduates.

Leadership Henry learns about Public Safety April’s Leadership Henry class program focused on public safety and was actionpacked with plenty of demonstrations, tours and hands-on experiences.

The first part of the morning was spent learning about the Henry County Police Department, their staff and programs, and their equipment. Class members had the opportunity to see demonstrations of some of the tools and resources the department uses to keep the community safe.

Next, the class visited the Fire Training Facility where members of the Henry County Fire Department shared about the types of fires and emergencies they are trained to respond to. Firefighters conducted a building rappel operation, jaws of life rescue and a live fire response.

The class then traveled to the Henry County 911 Center where they enjoyed lunch by Farmhouse Catering, while listening to a presentation

by Don Ash and the Henry

County Emergency Management staff. They were also visited by Animal Control staff.

Afterward, class members toured the center and learned how emergency calls are received and dispatched. They also learned how the center functions as a command center in the event of a local or regional emergency.

The last stop of the day was the Henry County Sherriff ’s Department and Jail.

Sheriff Keith McBrayer talked with the class about the current role of the department, their current inmate population and how they care for the inmates under their supervision. Then, the class toured the jail facility, from the laundry and kitchen facilities to the pods where inmates live and are monitored. Class members had the opportunity to interact with staff and learn more about how the jail operates and the role of various staff members.

Thank you to all of those who serve in public safety in Henry County!

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JUNE 1, 6 PM – 8 PM, TANGER OUTLET LOCUST GROVE The first of our Summer Friday event series kicks off with great food with delivery service, FREE sweet tea, LIVE music and prizes! Relax in our NEWLY enhanced seating area located outside American Eagle and Tommy Hilfiger.

Sweet Southern Fried Fridays will be hosted the first Friday of each month, June through September, from 6 - 8 PM. Save the date and don’t miss out on all the fun!

MOVIE ON THE SQUARE

JUNE 2, DOWNTOWN MCDONOUGH SQUARE, 8 PM – 10 PM Bring your chairs and blankets for a fun time on the square.

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JUNE 7, 14, 21, 28, 5 PM, ATLANTA MOTOR SPEEDWAY

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

JUNE 9, 7 PM, DOWNTOWN HAMPTON Free summer concert! Bring your own food and beverage or purchase from one of our local downtown restaurants.

LADIES NIGHT OUT

JUNE 15, 6 PM – 9 PM, DOWNTOWN HAMPTON Come shop, dine and play. Hampton businesses will be open late with fun goodies!

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JUNE 16, 7 PM – 10 PM, DOWNTOWN MCDONOUGH SQUARE Join us for a fun night of music on the square. Bring your chairs and/or blankets.

FOURTH FRIDAY

JUNE 22, 6 PM – 9 PM, DOWNTOWN MCDONOUGH SQUARE A family friendly, free event around the square. Come enjoy the activities planned.

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by Elite Member Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta in Partnership with Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary!

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BUSINESS BOOSTER LUNCHEON RECAP The Abbey at Eagle’s Landing

June 21, 2018 • 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM • Chamber Hudgins Room

Sponsored by Clayton State University group with up to date information on the current unemployment rate, how our county is performing and who is living and working in Henry county.

He will also advise on available programs that assist Georgia business owners.

Catering provided by: The Original Shane’s Rib Shack 2136 Highway 155 North McDonough, GA (770) 898-7878

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Speaker: Mark Butler, Georgia Commissioner of Labor Please join the Henry County Chamber for the June Business Booster Luncheon. We are excited to welcome Mark Butler, Georgia Commissioner of Labor. Mark Butler became Georgia’s ninth Commissioner of Labor on January 10, 2011.

Commissioner Butler’s goal is to create valuable workforce solutions through strategic alliances and community relationships. The programs at the Georgia Department of Labor reflect his dedication to improving the agency’s relationships with employers, job seekers and Georgia’s future workforce. Commissioner Butler will provide our

Clayton State University is a public university in Morrow, Georgia, serving Metro Atlanta, and is a selective Senior Unit of the University System of Georgia. The institution was founded in 1969 and was originally known as Clayton Junior College.

When the school became a four-year institution in 1986, the institute took on the name Clayton State College. In 1996, the Georgia Board of Regents renamed many higher-education institutions, with Clayton State becoming Clayton College and State University.

The Henry County Chamber’s April Business Boosters Luncheon was at full capacity, with everyone’s attention focused on Henry County Sheriff Keith McBrayer. After a great lunch, served up

by Gezzo’s Grill, everyone was enthralled in the information shared about the crime happening in our community. Sheriff McBrayer and a couple of his deputies shared information on current scams that many citizens are falling victim too. They discussed gang activity in and around Henry county and shared some of their success

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stories. They also spent time telling how one should prepare and react in the case of an active shooter. When asked what we as citizens can to do help prevent crime; They said to report any suspicious activity to the authorities, so they can check it out.

We ended our luncheon with our sponsor, The Abbey at Eagle’s Landing, sharing all the awesome ammenties their facility has to offer. And we can’t forget all of the great door prizes that were given away. Thank you to all who brought donations!

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RIBBON CUTTINGS

Tuesday, April 17, 2018 STORESMART SELF STORAGE Contact: Jasmyn Pressley 1205 Meredith Park Dr. McDonough, GA 30253 (770) 914-9570

Wednesday, April 11, 2018 THE CHANCE SELLS TEAM Contact: Chance Adamson 255 Racetrack Rd. Ste. 32 McDonough, GA 30252 (678) 752-1969

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2018 Henry County Chamber Golf Classic The 18th annual Henry County Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic will be held on Monday, September 24th at Georgia National Golf Club. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to promote your business at the Chamber’s annual golfing event. The Classic will kick off with a shotgun start at 10:00 AM. There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place teams and the Putting Green Contest, as well as Closest to the Pin and Long Drive contests. There will also be some nice gifts for all the golfers that participate. Lunch will be provided during the event, and there will be food and drinks available with beer provided by JailHouse Brewing Company. There will be an awards presentation and dinner following the event with some great raffle prizes as well.

There are many sponsorship opportunities available.

Sponsorship gives your company recognition at this prestigious event and the opportunity to be an exhibitor on the course and send selected staff members, key clients or customers to participate in the Golf Classic. No matter what your budget is we have a sponsorship package for your business.

Available sponsorships are at the following levels Presenting Sponsor

$5,000 (Exclusive)

Putting Green

$4,000 (Exclusive)

Gold $2,500 Silver $1,500

Thursday, May 10, 2018 LA QUINTA INN & SUITES MCDONOUGH Contact: Thalia Kurdt 100 Mill Rd. McDonough, GA 30253 (678) 782-6559 TO INTRODUCE AND CELEBRATE YOUR BUSINESS IN STYLE, PLEASE CONTACT GARY SPARROW, MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR AT 770-957-5786 OR VIA EMAIL GSPARROW@HENRYCOUNTY.COM

Team Only

$800

(Limited availability after sponsorships)

Tent Exhibitor

$500

(Limited availability after sponsorships)

Hole Sign Sponsor

$150

It will be a great day of golf, networking and all around fun. If you are interested in participating at any level in this year’s event, contact Gary Sparrow at gsparrow@henrycounty.com or (770) 957-5786.

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Call or visit any of our eleven financial advisors in the Henry County area. To find an Edward Jones office near you, call 1-800-ED-JONES or visit www.edwardjones.com.

David R Dodd Jr. 220 Jonesboro Rd McDonough, GA 30253 (770) 898-1735

John H Dorminy IV, AAMS® 190 Turner Street McDonough, GA 30253 (770) 957-0250

Josh Duncan, CFP® The Commerce Building 2100 Keys Ferry Ct McDonough, GA 30253 (770) 288-4151

Lin Watts, AAMS® 305 Olde Towne Way McDonough, GA 30252 (678) 583-1325

Gerry Simon, AAMS® 130 Eagle Springs Court Suite B Stockbridge, GA 30281 (770) 389-8912

Paul D Rippa, AAMS® 2141 Highway 155 North McDonough, GA 30252 (678) 583-5090

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Member SIPC Carolyn W Fraser 2863 Highway 155 Locust Grove, GA 30248 (770) 288-3377

Jeremy W Lange, CFP®, AAMS® 29 E King Road Hampton, GA 30228 (770) 707-2390

Ansley Sturgill 125 Westridge Industrial Blvd Suite 100 McDonough, GA 30253 (770) 957-9885

David E Shofman 5487 North Henry Blvd Stockbridge, GA 30281 (770) 506-1994

Vanessa Conwell 4998 Bill Gardner Parkway Ingles Shopping Center Locust Grove, GA 30248 (678) 583-5079

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NEW TEACHERS TO HENRY COUNTY

The Henry County Chamber of Commerce is proud to support Henry County Schools in its pursuit of educational excellence by sponsoring the 2018 Teacher Induction Program (TIP) luncheon on July 18, 2018. The luncheon is part of a week-long orientation of new teachers to the Henry County School System.

The Chamber sponsors this event to welcome the teachers to Henry County, but we need your help to make it a success.

You can help by sponsoring the luncheon or donating promotional items.

Approximately 375 new teachers will soon be arriving to join the largest employer in Henry County.

They not only will provide educational opportunities for our children, but will also have a significant impact on our local economy.

We are asking Chamber members to help fund the TIP luncheon and provide items representing their businesses for teacher gift bags. A donation of 375 items will be needed for the gift bags. All items for the

gift bags must be delivered to the Chamber by 4:00 pm on Thursday, July 12, 2018.

Read more for a list of preferred items and instructions for registration.

Printed advertisements such as promotional flyers, brochures, etc. will not be accepted unless it contains a coupon for FREE items not requiring additional purchases.

Preferred Items for Teacher Gift Bags Below is a list of preferred items, developed by teachers, for the TIP gift bags. *These are items often needed in the classroom each year. When you donate 375 items for new teachers, not only do you advertise your business, but you reduce the out-ofpocket costs for teachers to stock their classrooms. We hope you find value in helping Henry County’s newest teachers start off on the right foot!

• Flash Drives • Tri-colored highlighters • Tape Measure • Small calculator

• Staple Remover • Paper clips & holder • Note pads • Wooden rulers • Small first aid kit • Set of assorted color gel pens • Paperweight • Ball point pens • Pencils • Dry erase markers with eraser • Water bottles • Calendar • Mini stapler • Magnetic memo holder clip • Magnifier ruler • Memo holder *Please, no glass or re-usable bags can be accepted! *Printed advertisements such as promotional flyers, brochures, etc. will not be accepted unless it contains a coupon for FREE items not requiring additional purchases. **When making your purchase decisions, please remember to first check our MEMBER DIRECTORY for a list of members who provide printed and promotional items.

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• Includes business name / logo on the TIP gift bags (limited number of sponsors) –Please contact us for availability.

• Monetary contribution towards the event • Four of your representatives may attend the luncheon to help serve, hand out gift bags, and meet the teachers • Media coverage – Chamber newsletter and communications

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2018 TIP Luncheon Sponsorship Opportunities

Gold - $250 • Monetary contribution towards the event • Three of your representatives may attend the luncheon to help serve, hand out gift bags, and meet the teachers • Media coverage – Chamber newsletter and communications

Silver - $150 • Monetary contribution towards the event • Two of your representatives may attend the luncheon to help serve, hand out gift bags, and meet the teachers • Media coverage – Chamber newsletter and communications

Bronze - $100 • Monetary contribution towards the event • One representative may attend the luncheon to help serve, hand out gift bags, and meet the teachers • Media coverage – Chamber newsletter and communications

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