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A HENRY COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PUBLICATION
NOVEMBER 2019
YOUR BUSINESS IS OUR BUSINESS
HAMPTON • LOCUST GROVE • MCDONOUGH • STOCKBRIDGE
IN THIS ISSUE Chair’s Message
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Member Profile
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Calendar
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Member Support
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Chamber Briefs
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Henry Happenings
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Chamber Membership
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Chamber Events
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Business Boosters
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Elite Membership
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Annual Golf Classic THANK YOU!
See Page 12 for sponsors and golf classic winners.
For more than a year, community residents, businesses, and leaders have heard input and decided on projects to include in the SPLOST V referendum. The projects are all centered around quality of life priorities, with more than 60 percent identified for transportation improvements throughout Henry County.
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 sponsprship 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.
VOTE YES ON SPLOST ExtendThePenny.com Save the Date!
Mark your calendar to celebrate the holiday season with fellow members and have good cheer. Plan to attend our annual HCCC Holiday Party — Thursday, December 5, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM, Holiday Inn & Suites Stockbridge
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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR Sharon Ponder
JUNE WOOD
Vice President of Finance at the Bennett International Group 2019 Chair of Henry County Chamber of Commerce
Our Chamber… Expanding the Possibilities Can you believe there is only one more month in this decade? This realization has given cause for deep reflection. What goals have you set that are still on your to do list? What business venture that you really wanted to give a try but instead you said, “Maybe next year?” Are you fulfilling the promise to your family to make more time for work/life balance? But more importantly as you reflect over this past decade what are you thankful for? November has traditionally been known as the month that we take time to reflect and give thanks. This Thanksgiving will definitely be different for me as it will be the first Thanksgiving without either of my parents. My father passed away last year on the Sunday after Thanksgiving. So, although this Thanksgiving will be different – I am still truly thankful for all of the wonderful memories that I have with my father. My father was a very quiet man that spent his life from a very young age assuming the responsibilities for taking care of his family. He loved the Fall and Winter time because it gave him an opportunity to chop wood and make large fires in our wood burning
fire place that would heat almost the entire home. Now, as we sit in this last quarter of the decade, I pose the question to you – What memories are you making with your family? It is easy especially as a working mother to find yourself trying to juggle all the balls that life throws you - but are you taking care of you? Are you taking time to create timeless moments? This year I look forward to starting a new Thanksgiving tradition with my family ensuring that my kids will have forever memories. Along with being thankful for my personal family I am also thankful for my Chamber family. I am in constant awe of the thoughtful actions of our Chamber members. Steve Nail, of Nail Heating and Air Conditioning, every year makes cash donations to our Teacher Induction Program (TIP) Luncheon, that is a huge hit with our teachers. And last month he organized a table collection that will be used in conjunction with Atlanta Food Banks to help needy families in the Hampton area. And there is rarely a charitable event in Henry County that doesn’t have Heritage Bank and the Heritage Foundation tied to it. I would truly be remiss if I didn’t mention that I am thankful to work for a company like Bennett International Group that starts off each board meeting by first giving thanks for the many blessing that have been bestowed upon the company. Also, Bennett and the Taylor Foundation are major givers to many nonprofits here in the area. So as we go into this last month of the decade - reflect on what goals you still want to get accomplished to end the year strong – but more importantly reflect on the events that you are thankful for and what new events are you going to add to your “ making memories” list…… Continue to Expand your Possibilities.
Steve Nail (r.) of Nail Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC, donates cash annually to support teachers new to Henry County.
The Heritage Bank Foundation donates thousands of dollars to support local organizations year round.
Bennett International Group leads the US in honoring our fallen heroes through Wreaths Across America program.
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BUSINESS PROFILE
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hen life happens and extra money is needed, getting a fast and easy loan from a reputable company
can be a real possibility for residents in Henry and surrounding counties. 1st Franklin Financial has been there for individuals and
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families in financial need since Ben F. Cheek, Jr. established Franklin Discount Company and made his first auto loan of $35 in 1941 in Toccoa, GA. For five generations since,
1st Franklin Financial Branch Managers in Henry County, Brooke Lowden at Stockbridge and Cindy Jeffries at McDonough.
the Cheek family has built upon its mission to provide families with the funds they need when they need them the most. They have been an integral part of 1st Franklin’s success, growth and expansion, today operating 327 offices across six states with more than 1350 employees.
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her husband was relocated there with his job. Brooke quickly advanced in the company
1st Franklin has two offices located in Henry County – one in McDonough and the other in Stockbridge. Like all 1st Franklin offices, these local lenders provide personal loans and financial solutions in amounts that range from $1,250 to $15,000, helping families who need a loan in a pinch and individuals who have less than perfect credit. The Stockbridge office is one of the fastest growing in the company and the McDonough location is the largest of all 1st Franklin branches. Brooke Lowden, the branch manager at
under the leadership of her mentor Cindy Jeffries, the McDonough branch manager; Brooke was promoted and became the branch manager at the Stockbridge location in 2017. Cindy, a native of Henry County says that 1st Franklin was her first “meaningful” job and is a career employee with over 30 years. Brooke and Cindy are great friends and highly competitive at the same time. Both are members of the 1st Franklin Financial Circle of Diamonds, an elite group of the company’s highest performers. The family friendly
Stockbridge, grew up in Toccoa, GA, and
culture known throughout the 1st Franklin
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organization is a mainstay in both offices and
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extends to how they relate to their customers.
“Many times, when someone comes to us for a loan, they are already in some type of stressful situation,” says Brooke. “It could be that they’ve been turned down by a bank when there is an urgent need. Our process is quick and easy, and we love being able to help customers through adversity. Our customers are grateful and often come by just to say hello. We get a lot of hugs and cookies around here.” Community Involvement 1st Franklin Financial is very active in the communities they service supporting local youth activities, food banks and their employees participating in a multitude of fundraising activities. At the corporate level, 1st Franklin contributes to and supports various fundraising events including the
American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, United Way, March of Dimes, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Susan G. Komen Foundation, the U.S. Armed Forces, and more. Chamber Involvement HCCC’s Business After Hours is the preferred networking event for Cindy and Brooke because they can attend after 1st Franklin office hours. “We work with a lot of local businesses that need financing for their customers. One of our most recent connections was made at a Chamber Business After Hours – a large, local heating and air company needing 1st Financial to provide financing for its HVAC customers.”
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2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Sharon Ponder, Chair, Bennett International Group Christy Chewning, Chair-elect, Central Georgia EMC Shaun Mock, Secretary/Treasurer, Snapping Shoals EMC Laura Turner, CVB Chair, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Wayne Lowrey, Immediate Past Chairman, United Community Bank Josh Duncan, Vice Chair for Government and Education, F5 Financial Morrelle McCrary, Vice Chair for Economic and Cultural Development, RAM-Tech PC Solutions Scott Mahone, Vice Chair for Chamber Development, Mercer University Joseph Henning, President & CEO
CLASS OF 2019: Laura Turner, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Sen. Brian Strickland, Smith, Welch, Webb and White Shaun Mock, Snapping Shoals EMC Lincoln Parks, Web Mobile Fusion Richard Sylvia, Chairman, One Henry Professional Services team David Campbell, Georgia Power
Kevin Demmitt, Clayton State University
CLASS OF 2020: Scott Mahone, Mercer University Genie Moore, Mary Kay Consultant Kedon Williams, Southern States, LLC Kerry Arnold, Heritage Bank Sharon Ponder, Bennett International Group
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS Deborah Armstrong, Henry County Hospital Authority Dr. Mary Elizabeth Davis, Superintendent Henry County Schools Tony Carnell, Henry County Water Authority Cheri Matthews, Leadership Henry, Chair Kay Embrey, Leadership Henry Representative Don Dunlap, Youth Leadership Henry, Chair 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
CLASS OF 2021: Josh Duncan, F5 Financial Morrelle McCrary, RAM-Tech PC Solutions Christy Chewning, Central Georgia EMC Dr. Elna Poulard, Family Support Circle
CHAIR APPOINTEES Brandon Hutchison, Atlanta Motor Speedway Dr. Murray Williams, Southern Crescent Technical College Brent Huckaby, BB&T
CHAMBER CLOSED
June Wood, Chair, Henry County Board of Commissioners
CHAMBER STAFF Joseph Henning, President & CEO Barbara Ingram, Director of Communications Gary Sparrow, Membership Director Phyllis Reeves, Office Manager CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU STAFF Laura Luker, Director of Tourism Aisha White, Digital Content Manager Janna Szeto, Partner Relations Manager
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Managing Change Doug McElhaney, Business Consultant UGA Small Business Development Center at Clayton State University to accept change. However, having the attitude of “this is how we have always done it” will not work in today’s business environment. Continuous improvement and change are necessary for growth and success. Due to the World Wide Web, customer’s needs and demands change rapidly. Being flexible and willing to change with market demand is a competitive advantage. When assisting organizations with change, these simple steps are suggested:
There are many reasons change is not accepted. The top reasons are loss of control, uncertainty, more work, past resentments and the unknown. Change can consume our energy and lives. Today’s busy employee is trying to balance daily routines and simply does not have time
1. Sense of urgency 2. Communicate the reasons and ramifications of change while involving others 3. Lewin’s model (Unfreeze, Change then Refreeze) Be sure to set a refreeze date
4. Communicate weekly updates and celebrate milestones while building momentum There are other ideas and theories, but this process has worked well. Sense of urgency is a critical first step in change. It is important to explain what may happen if change is not accepted. Communication is critical to all parties. Participants want to know why change is necessary and how it will affect the individual. Lewin’s model is simple, but effective. Simple communication is critical in organizational change. Lastly, reaching and celebrating milestones will create lasting momentum. Momentum is a game changer in all organizations. Hopefully, these few simple steps will make the next change initiative easier and more effective. For more information on UGA SBDC at Clayton State University, call 678-466-5100.
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The one constant item in life is change. As a college professor and consultant, one of the most difficult challenges in any organization is implementing change. Disrupting the status-quo seems to upset the balance of the universe. However, when organizations do not adapt to change; the results may be fatal. With technology, today’s speed of business is reaching historic heights. Products may be popular today, but gone tomorrow. Therefore, change must be implemented sooner rather than later. This article will look at a few simple ideas to make change easier.
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CHAMBER BRIEFS
By Heather Estes
SEPTEMBER AMBASSADOR OF THE MONTH
CAROLYN W. FRASER
Carolyn W. Fraser accepts the September Ambassador of the Month certificate from HCCC Board member and Ambassador Committee Chair Genie Moore.
The Ambassadors Committee chaired by Genie Moore has named Carolyn W. Fraser as Ambassador of the Month for September. Owner of Edward Jones – Carolyn Fraser – Financial Advisor, Carolyn is a committed Ambassador who carries a perpetual smile to every Chamber event she attends. She joined the Chamber in 2015 and has been an active volunteer for many years.
KATHERYNE FIELDS
JOINS GORDON STATE’S MARKETING TEAM Gordon State College recently named Katheryne Fields as director of marketing. Fields will be responsible for developing and managing a marketing plan that implements Gordon State College’s newly released five-year strategic plan. In addition, she will help with overall brand development and messaging in the institution’s 14-county service region. The director of marketing position is a new role for the institution as a result of the University System of Georgia’s Comprehensive Administrative Review for GSC. The study gathered
CLASS OF 2020 LEARNS HISTORY ON COUNTY DAY Before becoming a member of the Leadership Henry Class of 2020, I heard a lot of people repeat the same two statements. “You’re going to have a blast and learn so much.” And, “You will build so many lifelong friendships and connections.” After our retreat and only one class day, I am already seeing this to be so true. I’m learning so much about my classmates and how we will all be able to utilize our connections to help our community. Our first day of Leadership was County Day and I learned a lot about this community that I grew up in. We took a tour of the county while the county historian, Gene Morris, educated us on its history. The tour was very informational and we even saw some places that I had never seen in Henry County. The information we learned included things such as the geographical changes of the county, history of the farmlands, crops, residents, current points of interest and so much more.
After touring the county, we went to Jailhouse Brewing Company for a catered lunch while we learned about the history of the building and the brewing process. After that, we visited the Federal Aviation Administration. This was a very interesting stop because we got the chance to learn about air traffic control and even see inside the control room. When we left the FAA, we made one last stop at the Atlanta Motor Speedway, where we toured Club One and walked on the track and experienced the steepness of those turns. County Day was very eventful and
On County Day, Leadership Henry Class of 2020 visited historic Rock Quarry in Stockbridge, site of several television and movie shoots as well as a functioning quarry.
informational. We have an awesome class and I see us doing great things for our wonderful community. I look forward to seeing the great impact we will have on our community.
This update was provided by Heather Estes, Administrative Assistant of Haven House and member of the Leadership Henry Class of 2020.
TEAM BUILDING DAY LEADS WITH STRENGTHS ASSESSMENT By Lyndsay Theado
input from campus stakeholders and there was a demonstrated need for a marketing director as well as other specialists. Fields previously served as the Director for Institutional Advancement at Southern Crescent Technical College in Griffin, GA. During her tenure at SCTC, she was responsible for fundraising for the college by acquiring funds, grants, gifts and scholarships.
The Youth Leadership Henry Class of 2020 kicked off their year with beautiful weather as they worked on teambuilding skills and identified their personal strengths and weaknesses at the Fortson 4-H Center in Hampton. The students had the opportunity to complete the Clifton Strength Finders Assessment to learn more about how they operate as an individual. Creator of this assessment, Don Clifton, said “What would happen if we studied what was right with people versus what’s wrong with people?” Helping the students understand their assessment results, Carrie Barnes with Central Georgia EMC worked with them on identifying the strengths that are within them and how to nurture their strengths and align them with their passions and career goals. With the knowledge of these strengths, the students participated in several teambuilding projects learning how to communicate with others, being mindful of how their message was
being received versus how they were delivering it and having many bouts of laughter along the way. After lunch the class moved outside to cheer each other on for zip lining, rock wall climbing, low ropes, and more. Working together under pressure and supporting those who needed an extra boost was something you could clearly see while watching the student groups work through the course. We cannot wait to see the amazing friendships and bonds that will develop and bind this class together, as it does every year!
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SOUTHERN BELLE FARM OPEN WEEKENDS FOR FALL ACTIVITIES THRU NOVEMBER 3, 1658 TURNER CHURCH ROAD, MCDONOUGH
COLLEGE 101 INFO SESSION
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PUMPKIN PATCH AT YULE FOREST & CHRISTMAS TREE FARM MONDAY – FRIDAY 4 PM – 7 PM & SATURDAY – SUNDAY 10 AM – 6 PM
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VINTAGE MARKET DAYS
NOVEMBER 8 – 10, 10 AM – 4 PM ATLANTA MOTOR SPEEDWAY
NOVEMBER 10, 12 PM – 5 PM DOWNTOWN MCDONOUGH SQUARE
Come out & get your Holiday shopping started on the Square, find one of a kind gifts for everyone on your list.
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HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING FESTIVAL
NOVEMBER 22, 6 PM – 8 PM TANGER OUTLET CENTER, LOCUST GROVE
Join our Tanger family to help welcome this Holiday season with a FREE, fun & magical Tree Lighting Celebration for children of all ages! Be entertained with music, elf comedy & face painting, all while you enjoy hot cocoa & a treat from Santa's Sweet Station. PLUS welcome Santa & Mrs. Claus as they arrive on their sleigh!
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NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 23 TANGER OUTLET CENTER, LOCUST GROVE, GA
Location: Commons area near Old Navy & Forever21. Santa Photo Hours 1 PM - 6 PM: November 23 – 24, 30, December 1, 7 – 23
COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING DINNER NOVEMBER 23, 8 AM – 4 PM TED STRICKLAND & COMMUNITY CENTER, STOCKBRIDGE GA
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NOVEMBER 14 – 16 HENRY COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
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SEPTEMBER BUSINESS AFTER HOURS RECAP HOSTED BY: Fidelity Bank 1375 Highway 20 West, McDonough, GA 30253 (770) 914-4302
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The Henry County Chamber of Commerce (HCCC) is seeking nominations for the Year 2019 HCCC Awards. Winners will be honored at the 53rd Annual Chamber Meeting & Awards Dinner presented by Piedmont Henry! This special event highlights the companies and individuals working to build and strengthen Henry County's vibrant business community.
Award Categories: Business of the Year The Billy Carter Public Service Award The Citizen of the Year Award Volunteer of the Year
Your nomination continues the tradition of honoring Henry County businesses and leaders. All nominations and deliberations are kept confidential. If you would like to submit a nomination for the Year 2019 awards, please visit the banquet website www.hcccannualbanquet.com The winners will be honored during the 53rd Annual Chamber Meeting & Awards Dinner on Saturday, February 1, 2020, with a special awards ceremony.
Nominations close Monday, December 2, 2019 The 53rd Annual Chamber Meeting & Awards Dinner is presented by Piedmont Henry.
Kena Ceasar, VP, served as the host for the September BAH at McDonough’s Fidelity Bank.
Fidelity Bank, a Division of Ameris Bank, hosted the HCCC Business After Hours on September 26, 2019. The event featured a great mix of old and new Chamber members and Fidelity Bank customers–an awesome time to spark networking, learn about new businesses, and share referrals. In addition to delivering quality service through careful and deliberate management, Fidelity Bank is devoted to establishing genuine relationships with their
Sylvia Denson took home a lion of her own!
customers. The bank wants to continue growth, improve earnings, and increase shareholder value to better the financial stability of clients. Thanks to Kena Ceasar, Vice President of McDonough’s Fidelity Bank for the annual fiesta. Everyone enjoyed Frontera’s traditional menu and the "real" margaritas. The Chamber thanks Fidelity Bank for an amazing evening complemented by a refreshing variety of beverages and a scrumptious array of foods.
Thank You to our September BAH Door Prize Donors Fidelity Bank High Priority Plumbing & Services, Inc. Morlaston Home & Business Solutions Nail Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
Randy McClellan State Farm Staffing Connections Travel With Serenity True Rest Float Spa
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NOVEMBER 2019
November 21, 2019 ∙ Hudgins Room 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
TOPIC: WHY HIRING VETERANS IS IMPORTANT FOR BUSINESSES Join us on November 21, 2019 at the November Business Booster Luncheon where we will be honoring our Veterans by recognizing those who have served our great country well. We will also be educating community leaders and employers on the importance of hiring Veterans. Attend to hear a panel of representatives from Toppan International and the Non-Profit Veteran Support Group (VSG) that will speak for our Veteran Community and discuss programs that offer support to Veterans and their families. Learn about the positive impact that hiring Veterans has on company productivity and overall success.
Moderator: Charlie Pugh Local Veterans Employment Representative Georgia Department of Labor
MEET OUR PANELISTS! Kevin Smith was born and raised in NYC. He graduated from St. John’s University; completing his Army ROTC and began a career in the military in 1979 and retired as a Major in 1996. Kevin worked for several companies before joining Toppan Interamerica in 2002 as their Human Resources Manager. When Kevin isn’t working he is spending time with his wife or his two grown sons. He has been active in the Chamber and the local Society of Human Resources Management Chapter.
SEPTEMBER BUSINESS BOOSTER LUNCHEON RECAP By Dodie Cason, Assistant Vice President, Business Banker, Heritage Bank, and HCCC Small Business Council, Chair
What a great time we all had networking at our September Business Booster Luncheon. Alisa Kirk, Area Director for The UGA Small Business Development Center at Clayton State University, shared useful networking tips and engaged us in fun networking activities. This allowed us to gain more insight to the fundamentals of networking and enabled us to build stronger relationships with other Chamber members and attendees. We dug deeper into the differences between introverts and extroverts and found that regardless of our personality types we can all be great at networking. We learned the importance of having a plan when we attend a networking event and that we should be looking for referral partners that fit our business needs. A huge thank you to our event sponsor, Southeastern Primary Care, and to our caterer, The Original Shane’s Rib Shack.
Southeastern Primary Care sponsored the September BBL and introduced attendees to their firm’s services. UGA Small Business Development Center Area Director Alisa Kirk lead the attendees in practical exercises for effective networking.
THANKS TO OUR SEPTEMBER BBL DOOR PRIZE DONORS
The secrets to success through networking were put into play by the entire room.
CWC Business Solutions Genie Moore, Director, Mary Kay Cosmetics High Priority Plumbing & Services, Inc. Nail Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. Southeastern Primary Care Synovus Bank
2019 HCCC Golf Classic Sponsors GOLD SPONSORS
Bob Van Dunk served 8 years in the US Marines before joining the US Army. He served two and a half tours in Vietnam with MAT3-75 and retired after 20 years of military service. Bob worked as a civil servant weapons manager for an additional 21 years. After retiring as a civil servant, Bob volunteered at the Stockbridge Veterans Administration (VA) Outpatient Clinic as a Service Representative, while filing his claim with the VA for service-related injuries, Bob came face to face with the stark realities many veterans face when seeking help and assistance. This realization led him to establish the Veterans Support Group in 2011 which aids all Veterans, widows and their families. James Michael Dunn served the Marine Corps from 1969 to 1973. He served overseas with the 7th Communication Bn. and 3rd Marines Amphibious Force. After his military service, Jim worked in the automotive industry in finance and sales retiring after nearly 30 years. Rather than spend his days playing golf or fishing, Jim returned to work for Henry County as a school bus driver for 4 years. Prior to joining the Veterans Support Group, Jim volunteered at the Stockbridge VA Outpatient Clinic assisting veterans at the check-in desk. While providing aid at the VA, Jim realized the many challenges Veterans have. His desire to do more led him to The Veterans Support Group where he continues to serve the Veterans in the state of Georgia.
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.
SCORECARD SPONSOR SILVER SPONSORS
Bennett International SERVPRO The Southern Credit Union Smith, Welch, Webb & White State Farm – Brian Andrews AT&T D.R. Horton CWC Business Solutions Special Thanks to Jailhouse Brewing Company, Food Depot, Bruce Bartholomew DDS and Crystal Lake Golf Club
TOURNAMENT WINNERS
Sponsored by Chamber Member: Meal Catered by Chamber Member:
CMIT Solutions of Atlanta Southern Crescent 1039 Sullivan Rd. Ste. 100 Newnan, GA 30265 (770) 731-0824
Ivy Hill Catering 234 Racetrack Rd. McDonough, GA 30252 (678) 503-2245
1st Place - Wells Fargo
2nd Place – Herc Rentals
Kelly Yielding, Mark Minter, Joe Brown, Taylor Jernigan
Jared Hardy, Grady Sikes, Ray Huff, Josh Nelson
3rd Place The Southern Credit Union (Not Pictured)
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Welcome!
RIBBON CUTTINGS November 21
Drop-in between 9AM–3PM DAVE & BUSTERS
Contact: Nicole Russell 239 Hwy 81 W. McDonough, GA 30253 (770) 282-3906
STATE FARM INSURANCE- KIM MAYS AGENCY Contact: Kimberly Mays 893 GA Hwy. 138 W Stockbridge, GA 30281 (770) 282-6622
TENDER TOUCH COUNSELING SERVICE Contact: Felicia briddy 1475 Hwy 20 W McDonough, GA 30253 (678) 782-6170
PLANET FITNESS- STOCKBRIDGE Contact: Danielle D’Amelio 3885 GA Hwy. 138 W Stockbridge, GA 30281 (678) 489-7453
FRESENIUS KIDNEY CARE
Contact: Jeffery Lockman 2855 Hampton Locust Grove Rd. Locust Grove, GA 30248 (404) 550-8904
TO INTRODUCE AND CELEBRATE YOUR BUSINESS IN STYLE, PLEASE CONTACT GARY SPARROW, MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR AT 770-957-5786 OR VIA EMAIL GSPARROW@HENRYCOUNTY.COM
Toppan Room Henry County Chamber of Commerce 1709 Hwy. 20 West, McDonough, GA 30253 Call 678-466-5100 – for more information.
SBDC Drop-in Consulting Service No Charge, No Appointment Necessary. 3rd Monday of Every Month On the 3rd Monday of each month, professional consultants from the Small Business Development Center come to the Chamber to provide small business coaching assistance. If you or someone you know is a small business owner, a startup or an entrepreneur with just an idea – all are welcome to stop by for a face-toface consultation with the experts from SBDC.
Central GA EMC Donates $75,000 For Community Enrichment
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(Pictured L to R) Henry County Development Authority Chairman Pierre Clements; Henry County Development Authority Executive Director FJ “Josh” Fenn; Henry County Schools Superintendent Mary Elizabeth Davis; CGEMC Board Member Warren E. Holder; Henry County Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Joseph Henning; CGEMC Member Engagement Coordinator Christy Chewning.
On October 10, the Henry County Chamber of Commerce was one of three organizations to be presented a check for $25,000 by Central Georgia EMC Board Member Warren E. Holder. Others receiving checks were the Henry County Development Authority, and Henry County Schools. The checks totaling $75,000 were awarded to go toward community enrichment. Central Georgia EMC (CGEMC) presented 22 checks this month, totaling $257,770 to area Chambers of Commerce, Industrial Development Authorities, and School Boards throughout the service territory. These funds come from unclaimed capital credits that remain with CGEMC after five years. Capital credits are margins over and above the cost of providing service for customerowners of Central Georgia EMC for a specific year after financial obligations have been met. Unclaimed capital credits that remain after five years stay in the communities served by Central Georgia EMC for the sole purposes of funding education, economic development, and 501(c)(3) charitable organizations in the EMC service area.
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Call or visit any of our fourteen financial advisors in the Henry County area. To find an www.edwardjones.com Lin Watts, AAMS速 Member SIPC Edward FinancialJones Advisoroffice near you, call 1-800-ED-JONES or visit www.edwardjones.com. 305 Olde Towne Way Mcdonough, GA 30252 678-583-1325
John H Dorminy IV 190 Turner Street McDonough, GA 30253 (770) 957-0250
James W. Geier Jr 2710 Highway 155 S Locust Grove, GA 30248 (770) 288-3377
Lin Watts 305 Olde Towne Way McDonough, GA 30252 (678) 583-1325
Gerry Simon 130 Eagle Springs Court Suite B Stockbridge, GA 30281 (770) 389-8912
Paul D Rippa, AAMS速 2141 Highway 155 North McDonough, GA 30252 (678) 583-5090
Eric B. Adams 305 Olde Towne Way McDonough, GA 30252 (678) 583-1325
Carolyn W Fraser The Commerce Building 1200 Keys Ferry Court McDonough, GA 3053 (770) 288-4151
Jeremy W Lange, CFP速, AAMS速 29 E King Road Hampton, GA 30228 (770) 707-2390
Ansley Sturgill 125 Westridge Industrial Blvd, Suite 100 McDonough, GA 30253 (770) 957-9885
Vanessa Conwell 4944 Bill Gardner Parkway, Locust Grove GA 30248 (678) 583-5079
Sean P Dunn 29 King Road Hampton, GA 30228 (770) 707-2390
TK Stewart 5487 North Henry Blvd Stockbridge, GA 30281 (770) 506-1994
Megan N Henry 5487 North Henry Blvd Stockbridge, GA 30281 (770) 506-1994
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David R Dodd Jr. 63 Macon Street McDonough, GA 30253 (770) 898-1735
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The Henry County Chamber of Commerce SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR ELITE MEMBERS CHAIRMAN’S CLUB
introduces— The Elite Membership Step out from the crowd and play a proactive role in the Chamber’s efforts to build a solid foundation for the continued prosperity of the local community. Members of The Elite Partnership make a critical difference in determining the course of the business environment by becoming a major supporter. The financial contribution of $7,500 or $10,000 has a direct benefit on pro-business initiatives that will continue to foster a welcoming climate for industry growth in the county. The businesses that make up the Elite Partnership, partner with the Chamber in a combined effort to strengthen Henry County’s economic climate through their substantial contributions to the Chamber. This helps advance its mission and economic development initiatives that help preserve Henry County’s reputation as a dynamic and vibrant location to do business.
$7,500 CHAMPIONS
CHAMPIONS
• Chamber Dues • Standard Chamber membership benefits • Premium STAR sponsorship • Premium Educator Launch Luncheon sponsorship • Table of 10 at Annual Banquet • Silver Golf Sponsorship (Can be upgraded to gold for $500.00) • Free Enhanced member profile on Chamber website • First two reservations at all BBLs at no cost
• 10% discount on nonexclusive sponsorships • One daytime rental of Hudgins room for total of $90 • Logo as sponsor in all newsletters • Annual spotlight in Chamber Newsletter
$10,000 CHAIRMAN’S CLUB • Includes Champion Benefits (with gold golf sponsorship) • Intergovernmental Retreat sponsorship • Logo displayed in Chamber lobby • Logo displayed on banner at all Chamber events • Choice of BBL or BAH sponsorship • Semi-annual CEO luncheon • Opportunity to participate in Washington Fly-in (at member’s cost) • Banner ads on Chamber Website • 1st opportunity to become presenting sponsor at reduced rate (applicable events) • Chamber CEO as primary contact • Invitations to exclusive events (Legislative, business roundtables, etc.) Join with this group and be a leader committed to the future of Henry County. To join this elite level of membership, contact Gary Sparrow, Director of Member Services, at 770-957-5786.
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Piedmont cares for every body. Piedmont Physicians of Stockbridge, Locust Grove, McDonough, McDonough West and Jackson specialize in primary care to help you achieve – and maintain – better health. Same Day Appointments • Easy Online Scheduling • Well & Sick Visits Annual Exams • Sports Physicals • Vaccinations & Immunizations
Piedmont Physicians of Stockbridge 919 Eagles Landing Parkway Stockbridge, Georgia 30281 678.289.7700
Piedmont Physicians of McDonough 101 Regency Park Drive Suite 150 McDonough, Georgia 30253 770.957.4195
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To make an appointment, visit piedmont.org © 2019 Piedmont Healthcare 07241-0619
Piedmont Physicians of McDonough West 80 Vinings Drive McDonough, Georgia 30253 770.302.6780
Piedmont Physicians of Locust Grove 5040 Bill Gardner Parkway • Suite 310 Locust Grove, Georgia 30248 770.898.4339
Piedmont Physicians of Jackson 261 Brookwood Ave Jackson, Georgia 30233 678.752.0555
