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NoVEMBER 2017 in tHis issue Chair’s Message
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Business Profile
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Leadership Henry/Youth Leadership Henry/Chamber Briefs
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Henry Happenings
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Chamber Membership
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Henry County’s History, Heart
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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.
Need help marketing your business? The Chamber is here for you with many different options. There are advertising opportunities available on our website and in the Chamber newsletter. We also have many members that can assist you with a wide range of advertising options including print, TV, radio, internet, and social media advertising. There are also members that can take care of your signs, banners and any promotional item needs, and most of them offer discounts to other chamber members.
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he Henry County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) is celebrating the people and places that have given Henry County a rich past and promise a bright future in their History Has a Name series. The two new installments in this series introduce the families behind 15th Street Pizza and Pub as well as the Gardner Farm and Peach Orchard. In celebration of the new videos, the CVB hosted a Henry County trivia night and premiere event at 15th Street Pizza. The teams proved themselves to be Henry County history buffs and the scores were close. In addition to trivia, free green screen photos and free peach ice cream was available prior to the video premiere. 15th Street and Gardner Farm’s videos are part of a larger ongoing campaign – two of a currently 10 part (and growing) series. “Henry County is rich in the stories of family businesses and volunteer run organizations that are sustained by love, dedication and grit,” said Laura Luker, Director of Tourism for the CVB. “People can sample craft beer, eat pizza or buy peaches at lots of places, but it is the people behind the businesses that make the experiences truly unique.”
The History Has a Name series is part video interview and part written interview with the owners, founders and long-time managers of the organizations. The two pieces weave together the lives and stories of the people with details about the businesses they operate. The combination gives people a chance to pull back the curtain for a behind-the-scenes look at the lives and decisions that led to each attraction, while also giving the viewer a better sense of what experience each location offers. With the History Has a Name series, the CVB doesn’t just want to introduce visitors to local attractions, but to the heart and soul of who Henry County is through its people. Get to know the Henry County tourism family, including the Gardners and the McHughs, by learning more at VisitHenryCountyGeoriga.com/History.
Save the Date!! To celebrate the holiday season with fellow members and good cheer, weʼre planning a holiday party to end the year! Thursday, December 7 • 5:30 – 7:00 PM – Holiday Inn & Suites Stockbridge
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message From tHe CHair
JJUNE UNE WOOD WOO W OOD
Rod Meadows Partner at Meadows, Macie & sutton, P.C 2017 Chair of Henry County Chamber of Commerce
What’s next? During the last decade, one of my favorite Television shows was “The West Wing” – which portrayed day-to-day activity in the White House as I hoped it really happened. (As opposed to “House of Cards”, which is how I fear it really happens.) As each federal crisis in the show was either resolved or diverted, President Jed Bartlett would always turn to his crack White House staff with the question, “What’s next?”
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Growth is going to come to Henry County whether we want it or not – we are adding the equivalent of a new city to the county every few years.
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Technology, demographics, and citizen expectations are going to provide challenges and serve as change agents in our community.
At the Chamber’s recent annual Henry County Intergovernmental Retreat, a record number of local governmental and business leaders received reports regarding the numerous transportation, infrastructure, and quality of life projects being carried out by each city, and throughout the county. Then, representatives of the Atlanta Regional Council, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce and other regional entities provided thought provoking presentations on transportation trends, T-SPLOST, walking and riding trails and the overall Georgia Economic Outlook.
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The challenges to our infrastructure are going to require collaboration between our governmental units – and collaboration among elected leaders as well as non-governmental community leadership.
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Community organizations like the Chamber, One Henry, Faith-based entities and youth organizations will need to work with our elected leaders to effect positive changes.
In response to the day’s presentations, the multiple governmental and civic leaders agreed:
In a second day of reflection, brainstorming and collaborative goal setting, the leaders added to the al-
ready impressive accomplishments of previous Intergovernmental Retreats (including our Educational and One Henry initiatives) with the following priorities: •
The need for more frequent Intergovernmental conferences and collaborative efforts;
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The development of a One Henry Community Resource Center; and
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The development of a united county communication approach to gather and disseminate information regarding the numerous activities and opportunities for engagement in life-enhancing programs throughout Henry County.
What’s next? – A great deal of thought, discussion, work and fun as Henry County approaches its third century. Join all of us who are part of the Henry County Chamber in helping to continue to make Henry County a better place to live, work, pray and play.
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Safeguard Security Solutions LLC About Michael D. Randall Lieutenant Colonel (Ret) Michael D. Randall is President and CEO of Safeguard Security Solutions, LLC, an SBA 8(a) and Service Disabled Veteran Small Owned Business founded in 2010. LTC Randall was commissioned a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army in 1986 and culminated a 20-year career in his current retired rank. He recently served as the Executive Director of Share the Dream Foundation, Inc. where he was responsible for the overall administration and management of the Foundation. Lieutenant Colonel Randall also served as Instructor/Staff Member for the United States Security Coordinator, Palestinian Senior Leaders Course, Jerusalem, Israel. His experiences includes Executive Officer, 3d Military Police (Criminal Investigation Command), Fort Gillem, Georgia; Inspector General, Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Security Manager, 1996 Summer Olympics, Atlanta, Georgia and Chief of Police, U.S. Army Central Command, Camp Doha, Kuwait.
About Safeguard Security Solutions LLC Safeguard Security Solutions, established in 2010, is a SBA 8(a) and Certified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Stockbridge, Georgia. Their vision is to provide products and services at the best value while helping clients to solve their most difficult business challenges. Safeguard’s philosophy is simple – Integrity will never lead you wrong. Honesty is mandatory. Good training brings confidence. Confidence ensures peace of mind. Having peace of mind instills a sense of integrity that leads to achieving true success. Safeguard Security Solutions’ personnel are the best in the field and bring extensive experience for commercial, government, and military applications. Their staff provides over 100 years of combined experience in Security and Janitorial. They are committed to customizing their services through open and honest communication through the development of trust and
respect for their clients, employees and co-workers. The ideal Safeguard strives for is continuous improvement in relationships, productiveness, responsiveness, integrity and professionalism.
Community Support Safeguard Security Solutions works with different community groups volunteering in classrooms, participating as speakers, as well as donating school supplies. Safeguard Security Solutions partners with Share the Dream Foundation in work with at risk youths and veterans. Safeguard Security Solutions also has given scholarships to graduating seniors in Henry County.
Chamber Involvement “My membership with the Chamber as connected me with other businesses in Henry County. I have had the opportunity to see how local businesses have grown and have learned from their experiences. The Henry County Chamber is a great way to let others know of your business and what your business have to offer the community.”
Awards and Recognitions Safeguard Security Solutions has received the Project Friendship Partnership Award for Community Service and the Citizen of the Year Award from Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. for Community Service. Safeguard Security Solutions LLC 245 Country Club Drive, Suite 200 F, Stockbridge, GA 30281 470-278-1095 www.safeguardsecurityllc.com
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CLASS OF 2017: Sharon Ponder, Bennett International Group Brad Thomas, Snapping Shoals EMC Scott Mahone, Leadership Henry Appointee Rod Meadows, Meadows, Macie & Sutton, PC 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: Toni Holmes Laura Turner – Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Rep. Brian Strickland – Smith, Welch, Webb & White
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2017 BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Rod Meadows, Chairman, Meadows, Macie & Sutton, PC Wayne Lowrey, Chair Elect, United Community Bank Sharon Ponder, Secretary/Treasurer, Bennett International Group Leonard Moreland, Immediate Past Chair, Heritage Bank Brad Thomas, Vice Chair for Economic & Cultural Development, Snapping Shoals EMC Laura Turner, Vice Chair for Chamber Development, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Josh Duncan, Vice Chair for Government & Education, Edward Jones Investments Jeff Mills, CVB Chair David Gill, HCCC President & CEO
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Lincoln Parks – Web Mobile Fusion Shaun Mock – Snapping Shoals EMC Richard Sylvia – Chairman, One Henry Professional Services team
CHAIR APPOINTEES Kate Troelstra – Clayton State University Mike Griffin – Griffin Insurance Agency Bruce Bartholomew – Hamilton State Bank EX OFFICIO MEMBERS Deborah Armstrong, Henry County Hospital Authority Rodney Bowler, Superintendent, Henry County Schools Tony Carnell, HC Water Authority HC Development Authority Brian Andrews, 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 Judy Neal, City of Stockbridge June Wood, Chair, Henry County BOC
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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A Business Consultant’s First Question: Where’s the Money? Alisa kirk
My office does a lot of strategic planning with our small business clients, and we are often asked by new clients for assistance in this area. Before we can offer in-depth planning, we schedule an introductory, get acquainted meeting, where we’ll ask a lot of questions. The first question is, How do you make money? Before we can help a business grow, we need to know if it’s capable of growing. If the business is losing money, or has never made enough money to be sustainable (and pay the owner a decent return), we’re not ready to talk about growth. Before growth comes stability. So we ask: Can the business make enough money to pay all bills, fund the next cycle of sales, and pay the owner? If it doesn’t now, can it ever? The model is: You sell the product (including services) to your chosen target market, which wants it enough to pay your price. If you’re not making money, does your targeted market actually want what you sell? Is it the right target market? Do you really understand the wants, needs, and fears of your target mar-
ket? Are you charging enough, or too much? Do you understand the competition, and what would make people choose you over them? Why would someone buy from you? Next question: Assuming that your business is capable of making enough money but doesn’t have the funds to purchase the needed resources, how will you fund them? What would it take to hire the personnel, purchase inventory and equipment, and correctly market your business, including having a decent website and digital marketing? Before talking about funding, you’ll need a budget, including a cost estimate for all of the needed resources. If your business is losing money, it will be hard to find a bank or other lending institution to loan you money. Before seeking funding, we may advise you to work on some things: your personal credit, reducing business debt, and tweaking the model. Your number one goal will be making the business stable, viable, and capable of growth.
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Leadership Henry Tours County during September Class September’s program day for Leadership Henry focused on the history of Henry County and some of the places and people that make our County unique. The morning opened with several class members leading a discussion of The Energy Bus, the leadership curriculum utilized by the Leadership Henry program. Craig Melton and Glen Clanton did a great job engaging their fellow class members. The class experienced a moving history lesson that took them to all four Henry County cities, learning about the history of the “mother of all counties” from historian Gene Morris. After their morning on the bus, the class returned to the Chamber for a Gezzo’s lunch The next stop during County Day took the class to Atlanta Motor Speedway, one of the most famous
tracks in all of American motorsports. The 900 acre facility has been the site of some of NASCAR’s most memorable moments and hosts numerous sporting and entertainment events throughout the year. The class got a behind the scenes tour of AMS and even spent a few moments on the track! After leaving AMS, the class visited the Army Aviation Heritage Museum, also located in Hampton. The non-profit Foundation and Museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of Army Aviation through aerial demonstrations, displays and educational programs. Veterans led the class on a tour of the museum, located at the Atlanta South Regional Airport, and shared important moments, equipment and people in aviation history. The facility also offers rides in some of the historic heli-
copters, but unfortunately, there just wasn’t enough time left in our class day for that! The class returned to the Chamber of Commerce where they heard a presentation by the Atlanta Regional Commission about the current state of the metro Atlanta region, with a focus on Henry County. Class members also learned about some of the opportunities and challenges facing our community. County Day is always an action-packed day, but an important one in learning about some of the people and places that make up our County. October’s program focuses on the community, including learning about some of the nonprofit and arts organizations serving Henry County with a “sweet” finish for the day.
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Teambuilding Day for the Youth Leadership Henry Class of 2018 The Youth Leadership Henry Class of 2018 assembled for their Teambuilding Day early on the morning of Saturday October 7, at the Henry County Chamber of Commerce. The class boarded the bus and headed to Camp Fortson where they disembarked, assembled, and had their first session on 21st Century Skills/Work Ethics - this one a studentled discussion of the importance of attendance and best practices for work-
place attendance. They broke up into groups and did some “on the ground” teambuilding activities, moved to some “low-ropes” activities, then broke for a delicious lunch. Nourished and re-energized, the class proceeded to the “high ropes” activities of Ziplining and Rock Wall climbing. Through the debriefings at each session, the students learned how the activities they did applied to real-world team and
leadership applications. You can “like” their “Youth Leadership Henry” Facebook Page to see tons of pictures and videos, and also follow them on Twitter at @YLHenry to see
Learn about the great things that are happening in our community…
posts there as well. These Henry County Sophomores are already learning valuable skills to help them make our community a better place to live, work, and play!
Construction of a new cancer wellness center on the campus of Piedmont Henry Hospital began Thursday with a ceremonial demolition day. The new facility is scheduled for completion in February 2018. The 3,000-square- foot facility located on the ground level of the Foundation Education Building will be home to the hospital’s Thomas F. Chapman Cancer Wellness Program. if you are a Chamber member with good news to share, send your logo and/or photo and information to lpierre@ henrycounty.com and let us spread the word!
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Kiwanis Henry County Fair Thru November 4, Heritage Park, McDonough www.henrycounty.kiwanisone.org
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Christmas Tree Lighting - Holiday Experience November 17, 6pm – 8pm, Tanger Outlet Center
Lighting of the Tree and a Visit from Santa November 23rd (Thanksgiving Night) 6:00 PM Locust Grove Municipal Complex front lawn (3644 Hwy 42 Locust Grove, GA 30248) Kick off the Holiday Season with live music, free hot chocolate, the lighting of the City Hall grounds, and the arrival of Saint Nick before the shopping frenzy begins!
Richard Petty Driving Experience November 17 - 18, Atlanta Motor Speedway www.atlantamotorspeedway.com
Tree Lighting in Hampton November 23, 7pm, Depot Park There will be Christmas carols, complimentary cocoa and cookies and a spectacular lighting of the 26 foot tree.
Exotic Driving Experience November 18, Atlanta Motor Speedway www.altantamotorspeedway.com
Yule Forest Christmas Tree Farm Opens November 24, 9am – 6pm daily www.aboutyule.com
Veterans Day Service, Hampton November 11, 11am, Hampton Depot
B.R.A.K.E.S November 18 - 19, Atlanta Motor Speedway www.atlantamotorspeedway.com
Xtreme Xperience Supercar Driving Experience November 10 - 12, Atlanta Motor Speedway www.atlantamotorspeedway.com
BMW Club Autocross November 19, Atlanta Motor Speedway Event is in Champions Parking lot. Interested participants should arrive at approximately 7:30 a.m. www.atlantamotorspeedway.com
A farmstead Christmas November 24 – December 17, Southern Belle Farm Santa will visit every Friday thru Sunday during that time. www.southernbellefarm.com
Legends and Bandolero Fall Points Race No. 3 November 4, Atlanta Motor Speedway Porsche Club Autocross November 5, Atlanta Motor Speedway Event is in Champions Parking lot. Interested participants should arrive at approximately 7:30 a.m. www.atlantamotorspeedway.com Veterans Day Parade in Stockbridge November 10, 10am, North Henry Blvd. Veterans Day Service, McDonough November 11, 11am, Veterans Wall OF HONOR at Heritage Park
Merchants Holiday Open House November 12, Noon – 5pm, Downtown McDonough Come out and get your holiday shopping started on the McDonough Square. Find one of a kind gifts for everyone on your list.
Miss Georgia USA & Miss Georgia Teen USA Pageants November 16 – 18, Henry County Performing Arts Center www.missgeorgiausa.com
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Small Business Saturday November 25, 10am – 4pm, Downtown McDonough Square Photos with Santa November 25 – December 23, Tanger Outlet Center Check website for exact dates and times. www.tangeroutlet.com/locustgrove/events
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PUBLICATION OF HENRYCOUNTY.COM IS MADE POSSIBLE IN PART BY THE SUPPORT OF THE BOARD MEMBERS OF THE HENRY COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. THANK YOU!
City of Stockbridge
City of McDonough
City of Locust Grove
Robert Price, Mayor
Judy B. Neal Mayor
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MCDONOUGH
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Billy Copeland, Mayor
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850 Eagles Lndg. Pkwy. Stockbridge, GA 30281
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rodney.bowler@henry.k12.ga.us 22 N. Zack Hinton Parkway McDonough, Georgia 30253
Powering Our Communities Henry County is our home too. That’s why, for 90 years, we’ve partnered with local chambers, development authorities and elected officials across Georgia to help bring jobs and investment to the state – more than 134,000 jobs and $25.5 billion capital investment over the past decade alone.
Henry County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Proudly Serving Henry County
Board Members reserve your space on this page- Contact Rita at the Henry Herald 770-957-9161 x 227 or email: rcamp@henryherald.com
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To our RENEWING Chamber Members Advanced Family Eyecare of Hampton
Georgia Food & Resource Center, Inc
Affordable Events by MJ, LLC
Georgia Military College
Atlanta South Safe & Lock
Gordon State College
Autumn Leaves of Stockbridge
Henry County School System
Cruz Global Logistics
HydrauliCircuit Technology, Inc.
Delta Plumbing, Inc.
Joe S. Chafin, DMD, PC
Enterprise Rent-ACar
Locust Grove Pediatrics, LLC
Express Employment Professionals
Luxottica
Express Oil Change & Service Center Fairfield Inn & Suites Atlanta Stockbridge Fancy That Fine Jewelry Fickling and Company Real Estate Services Georgia Crown Distributing Co.
McDonough Methodist Academy Ohio Christian University THE Paw Pad, Inc. Primary Pediatrics / Pediatrics After Hours ProLogistix Pullin Cloud Technologies
Randstad Richard Sylvia RoLanka International, Inc. S-2international LLC Safeguard Security Solutions LLC
Black Stallions, LLC. Danielle Washington 6525 Terraglen Way Locust Grove GA 30248 (678) 793-4898
Miyako Japanese Sushi & Steakhouse Jodie Lin 108 South Point Blvd McDonough GA 30253 (770) 914-0207
North Henry Academy Cynthia Temple 1093 Flat Rock Road Stockbridge GA 30281 (770) 389-1591
Sheridan and Associates Inc. Southern Crescent Care Stockbridge Presbyterian Church Studio 613, Inc. T. K. White Real Estate Company Victory Trophies
770-946-8088 Nail-Air.com
Web Mobile Fusion Western Inn Womens Health Institute at Stockbridge
910 Dailey Mill Road McDonough, GA 30253
770-692-3819 Greg Cannon owner
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RAM-Tech PC Solutions
To our NEW Chamber Members
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NoVEMBER
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Due to tHe tHanKsgiving HoLiDay, tHere wiLL be no business aFter Hours in november.
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sEPtEMBER business aFter Hours RECAP
It was a great time at United Community Bank for the September Chamber Business After Hours. The theme was right in line with football season and the definitely scored a touchdown with this one! The food was unlike any super bowl party you could have been to and was catered by the team at United Community Bank and it was an amazing spread! There were also some great games like a football themed cookie roll game with OREO cookies, and football toss and a Football uniform dressing competition where the one who could get the uniform on the quickest was the winner! It was great fun, with awesome games and amazing prizes!! The Jackpot was set at $150 and unfortunately the names that were called were not present to win! Better luck next time! Thank you to our Elite Sponsor United Community Bank for hosting such a wonderful event!
Business After Hours is a monthly networking event designed to bring 40-50 business professionals together to meet and build relationships in an informal setting. Each event is hosted by a different Chamber member and is a great way to meet new people and see the diverse business community in Henry County. to Host A business AFter Hours, pleAse contAct tHe cHAmber At:
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NoVEMBER 2017
“show and tell bbl”
Looking for new ways of sharing your company’s story and products? “Show and Tell” was one of the earliest games you may have played in kindergarten. You loved it so much you still remember it half a lifetime later. Your teacher had you play it so you could learn how to share with others, and how to speak in public, essential skills that still serve you today. If you’re a self-employed entrepreneur, it’s your task to work with others. The act of telling them about your craft is what we call sales. When you played “Show and Tell” in kindergarten, you inspired many people to want what you had; Come out to our “Show and Tell BBL” and bring out your inner child in your business and enthusiastically sell what you love to do in a fun and creative way.
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business boosters LunCHeon RECAP Those in attendance at September’s Business Booster Luncheon, learned about the celebration of the sesquicentennial done in 1971 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Henry County from county historian, Gene Morris. Those present also had the opportunity see saved memorabilia from that time period. Gene also spoke on his ideas and hopes for the bicentennial of Henry County that comes up in 2021 and the efforts to form a committee to head this effort. Anyone who is interested in learning more about getting involved was encouraged to contact the Henry County Chamber of Commerce. Lunch was catered by: San Diego Mexican Restaurant 4959 Bill Gardner Pkwy #101, Locust Grove, GA 30248 sandiegomxrestaurant.com Phone: (678) 583-4003
This luncheon will be catered by: The Italian Oven 938 Eagles Landing Parkway, Stockbridge, Georgia 30281, theitalianoven.com/
The discounted cost for this catered lunch for those who register and pay online is $12 for Chamber members and $20 for non-members. An additional charge of $3.00 will be applied for those who pay at the door. Reservations are required by November 14 for planning purposes and can be made online at www.henrycounty.com under “Events” - select the BBL event on November 16. To cover catering costs, no-shows will be expected to make payment.
BELLAMY-STRICKLAND Chevrolet • Buick • Pontiac • GMC Trucks
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Every LIFE has a story. Celebrate it!
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The Chamber’s 7th Annual Holiday Party
2017 Henry County Chamber
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Thursday • December 7 • 5:30 – 7:00 PM Sponsored By:
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites – Stockbridge 638 Highway 138 West Stockbridge, GA
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It was another successful Chamber Golf Classic and we would like to thank all the Sponsors, Players, those that donated raffle prizes, and especially our Chamber volunteers. Without everyone’s hard work and participation we would not be able to put on events like this.
2017 HCCC Golf Classic Sponsors
GOLD SPONSORS
Dear Chamber Member, Let’s begin this holiday season with cheer and good fun. Please join us as we celebrate the season with a festive Holiday Party filled with great food, entertainment and door prizes sure to get you in the holiday spirit. Let’s jingle and mingle at the 7th annual Chamber Holiday party. Dress to impress and look your best for photos and the festive celebration made possible by our friends at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites – Stockbridge. This beautiful and festive hotel is a wonderful backdrop for holiday parties and special events. Whether you come from work or wear holiday attire – we look forward to seeing you. Be sure to think of the Holiday Inn & Suites – Stockbridge as you plan your company’s holiday party! For planning purposes, an RSVP is required before November 23th– so please add the date to your calendar and RSVP today by registering online at www. henrycounty.com. “Happy Holidays” from the Chamber! Door Prizes are Needed! Promote your business – Donate a Door Prize! To donate a gift valued at $20 or more, contact Lydia Pierre at lpierre@henrycounty.com or call (770)957-5786. Event Sponsor: Holiday Inn & Suites – Stockbridge RSVP Today! ABOUT THE SPONSOR Located off Interstate 75, exit 228, 15 minutes south of Atlanta Hartsfield - Jackson International Airport, the Stockbridge Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites is one of the premier hotels on the south side of Atlanta. The new Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Stockbridge - Atlanta has a 5-story, spectacular atrium lobby offering many areas for casual gatherings. The Burger Theory restaurant provides casual dining, with a focus on fun food, if you don’t feel like going out for dinner room service is available until 10 pm. Or you can simply relax in one of our well-appointed 2-room suites, complete with two flat screen TVs.
Scorecard Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
United Community Bank • SERVPRO • Brian Andrews – State Farm United States Cold Storage • Smith, Welch, Webb & White • Gas South Hammond Services • AT&T • CWC Business Solutions Honey Baked Ham • Encompass Special Thanks to Jailhouse Brewing Company & Tara Vending
Golf Winners 1st Place team – wells Fargo
Kelly yielding, mark minter, Joe brown, taylor Jernigan
Long Drive – taylor Jernigan
3rd Place team – brian andrews – state Farm
2nd Place team – at&t
isaac turner, morris Finley, rick gordon, antoine Dearborn
Closest to the Pin – ed Cooper
brian andrews, mark buchholz, Joe brondo, roy Hill
raffle grand Prize – Didn’t get his name
Putting green Contest winner – greg Hammonds
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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 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
Member SIPC
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www.edwardjones.com 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
Dee Anglyn III 125 Westridge Industrial Blvd #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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Friday, October 6, 2017 miyaKo JaPanese susHi & steaKHouse Contact: Jodie Lin 108 south Point Blvd McDonough, GA 30253
Wednesday, September 27, 2017 PinK s.t.e.m. Contact: tamika Ray-Head 45 Pine Grove Rd. Locust Grove, GA 30248
Friday, September 22, 2017 Csg & assoCiates CounseLing Contact: Candice Gould 207 Olde towne Way McDonough, GA 30252 (770) 282-4990
TO INTRODUCE AND CELEBRATE YOUR BUSINESS IN STYLE, PLEASE CONTACT GARY SPARROW, MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR AT 770-957-5786 OR VIA EMAIL GSPARROW@HENRYCOUNTY.COM
Pre-Sale Tickets to the 51st Annual Awards Dinner starts November 15, 2017. Pre-Sale Tickets to the 51st Annual Awards Dinner start November 15, 2017. To purchase these tickets you will have to purchase a full table of 10 ($1,250.00) or 12 ($1,500.00) with payment made in full at time of order. Best available seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis upon payment in full.
Individual tickets go on sale on December 1, 2017. Online orders give us an early start on the seating layout, and help us keep track of the food counts. YOUR ORDER IS NOT VALID OR ADDED TO THE TICKET LIST UNTIL WE RECEIVE PAYMENT. WE CANNOT ACCEPT PAYMENTS OR SELL TICKETS AT THE DOOR.
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Looked cancer in the eye. Didn’t flinch.
Sonia
Survivor Piedmont Henry
No family history of breast cancer
“To me, being a survivor means finding purpose in what tried to kill me.”
Founding member of support group Harbor of Hope
“It turned from something scary to a journey of faith and family.”
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Fighting cancer is hard. Just ask Sonia. But together with her team at Piedmont Henry, she fought and won. A key to her survival was early detection through regularly scheduled mammograms.
Schedule your mammogram today. 678.293.9285