HCCC April 2020 News Magazine

A HENRY COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PUBLICATION | YOUR BUSINESS IS OUR BUSINESS

HENRYCOUNTY.COM HAMPTON • LOCUST GROVE • MCDONOUGH • STOCKBRIDGE APRIL 2020

PIEDMONT HENRY BUSINESS PROFILE

PIEDMONT HENRY PROVIDES FIRST-CLASS HEALTH CARE PAGE 5

MANAGING MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS AGAINST A MOVING TARGET SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER PAGE 7

HENRY COUNTY TAKES AGENDA TO CAPITOL PAGE 8

MISSION STATEMENT To serve as a voice for the business community, provide quality service and programs that meet the needs of members, improve the economic environment of the community, and create a legacy of leadership for the future.

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DID YOU KNOW? There are also business insurance discounts of up to 12% that Chamber members can receive, depending on their insurance carrier. Plus discounts are available on health insurance and other employee benefit plans.

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SAVE THE DATE! Taste of Henry April 24

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IN THIS ISSUE 4

CHAIR MESSAGE

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MEMBER NEWS

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BUSINESS PROFILE

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LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP

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HENRY HAPPINGS

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CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP

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MEMBERSHIP SUPPORT

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QUALITY PROGRAMS

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CHAMBER FEATURE

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Chair Christy Chewning clarifies Chamber’s role as the voice of the business community

Elite Chamber member Piedmont Henry provides first-class healthcare

April 2020 Chamber events - Subject to CDC COVID-19 Guidelines

Managing Marketing Communications Against a Moving Target

Productive Chamber Day at the Capitol provides insight for Henry County

Piedmont Henry has new CEO

LH Rebecca Dervan captivated by beauty and historical sites on State Government Day

Welcome to new and renewing members

2020 Women’s EmPOWERment Summit takes attendees to new heights

Ribbon Cuttings highlight new business opportunities

The Henry County Chamber of Commerce Magazine is published by the Henry County Chamber in partnership with the Henry Herald.

For editorial information contact Barbara Ingram, bingram@henrycounty.com.

For advertising opportunities contact Mary Ann Holland, (770) 957-9161 x223, maryann.holland@henryherald.com.

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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR OUR CHAMBER… BELONG. ENGAGE. LEAD. PROSPER. Your Chamber of Commerce is not a civic organization, but we are an advocacyoriented representative of the businesses in Henry County. At the end of February, the Chamber participated in Henry County Day at the Capitol. Many business leaders in the county joined us as we visited our representatives at the Capitol.

CHRISTY CHEWNING Member Engagement Coordinator with Central Georgia EMC 2020 Chair of Henry County Chamber of Commerce

The Chamber is the political voice of your business in government. Each year the Chamber develops legislative and policy priorities through our Governmental Affairs Committee. This committee is responsible for engaging elected officials in meaningful policy discussions on your behalf. The Governmental Affairs Committee analyzes issues and makes determinations that guide the Chamber’s positioning on matters to promote fiscal responsibility at the state and local government levels, improve our education system, and strengthen the business environment and economy in our community.

If you are interested in helping to shape the agenda and messages to make improvements to your local community, your state, and ultimately, our country the Governmental Affairs Committee could be for you. If you are interested in serving on this committee or any other committee, please contact Joseph Henning or me.

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BUSINESS PROFILE

LILY HENSON, M.D. Chief Executive Officer Piedmont Henry Hospital

PIEDMONT HENRY 1133 Eagle’s Landing Pkwy.

Stockbridge, GA 30281 (678) 604-1000 https://www.piedmont.org/locations/ piedmont-henry/phh-home

With the beginning of a new year, Piedmont Henry Hospital, a member of the Chamber since 1994, welcomed many new changes. Along with the announcement of a new CEO, they also opened a brand Our Elite Membership with the Chamber new Simulation and Training provides us with the Lab. Piedmont Henry is a highly ability to connect with decorated community hospital our key partners in the that holds 236 beds. They offer community and help first-class care in several services continue to build a healthy and prosperous ranging from cardiovascular Henry County. care to orthopedics. With over 1,750 employees, Piedmont Lily Henson, M.D., CEO of Piedmont Henry Hospital Henry offers 24-hour emergency services. “Piedmont Henry is focused on providing highquality, patient-centered care and making a positive difference in every life we touch” stated Lily Henson, M.D., CEO of Piedmont Henry Hospital.

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HENRY HAPPENINGS SUNDAY

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8 AM HCCC EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, BR

5:30 PM-7 PM BUSINESS AFTER HOURS, EAGLE’S LANDING COUNTRY CLUB

12 PM CHAMBER AMBASSADOR COMMITTEE

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GOOD FRIDAY

11 AM-1 PM BUSINESS BOOSTER LUNCHEON, HR

8 AM HCCC BOD, BR

SATURDAY

8 AM YOUTH LEADERSHIP HENRY BOD, BR

3:45 PM COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE, BR

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10 AM MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE, TR

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8:30 AM DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION, TR

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ALL EVENTS, ACTIVITIES AND MEETINGS ARE SUBJECT TO POSTPONEMENT OR CANCELLATION ACCORDING TO THE CDC’S COVID-19 GUIDELINES. CHECK WITH THE CHAMBER FOR MEETING UPDATES AND WITH EVENT ORGANIZERS LISTED BELOW.

EASTER BUNNY PHOTOS

MARCH 28 – APRIL 11, 1 PM – 6 PM, TANGER OUTLET CENTER, LOCUST GROVE Hop on in to visit the Easter Bunny! Kids will experience the magical gardens on the path to see the Easter Bunny, before capturing their very own special photo memories. Join us in Suite 211, next to Gap Outlet.

3RD ANNUAL SPRING FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL APRIL 4, 11 AM – 4 PM, TANGER OUTLETS, LOCUST GROVE Celebrate FOOD, FUN and FASHION at the 3rd Annual Spring Food Truck Festival! Enjoy Atlanta’s finest food trucks! In addition to the amazing cuisine, enjoy live entertainment, five $100 Tanger Gift Card giveaways and prizes throughout the day!

HENRY COUNTY STORMWATER PAINT RECYCLING

APRIL 4, 8 AM – 2 PM, JASON T. HARPER EVENT CENTER AT HERITAGE PARK Rain or Shine. Residential and Commercial.

Cash or Check only (must show ID).

Call for details, 770-288-7244 or email ateachout@co.henry.ga.us

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LOCUST GROVE EASTER EGG HUNT AND PHOTOS WITH THE EASTER BUNNY

APRIL 4, 10 AM – 11 AM, CLAUDE GRAY PARK Bring kids 2 - 12 to hunt for over 10,000 eggs in Claude Gray Park!

The Easter Bunny will also be available for pictures. The egg hunt begins promptly at 10:00 AM, so be sure to arrive a little early!

TASTE OF HENRY

APRIL 24, 6 PM – 9 PM, JASON T. HARPER EVENT CENTER AT HERITAGE PARK Featuring over 30 local restaurants and food vendors, the evening will showcase culinary delights that are sure to please. All proceeds benefit A Friend’s House, a group home in McDonough for foster children. The taste-size portions let you sample a variety of different flavors and restaurants. From delicious main courses to appetizers and desserts - if its great food, you are sure to find it at Taste of Henry!

MCDONOUGH MUSIC IN THE PARK

APRIL 25, 6 PM – 9 PM, RUFUS STEWART PARK, 300 SIMPSON STREET Join us at Rufus Stewart Park for a fun night of music with Henley Varner.

Bring your chairs and/or blankets with family and friends and relax to the sounds and stars.

MEMBER SUPPORT

MANAGING MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS AGAINST A MOVING TARGET

By Art Reid, Business Consultant, UGA Small Business Development Center at Clayton State University

Many years ago, Delta’s ad agency conducted a study among frequent business travelers to understand what services matter the most when traveling. The study was conducted among business travelers by phone, in their place of business. Additionally, a companion survey was conducted among business travelers in person, sitting in their seats after having successfully boarded their flight. The questions were identical on both surveys, but business travelers in their place of business (pre-travel) rated items such as price, ease of reservations and on-time departure as the most important aspects of their travel experience, whereas on-board travelers rated quality of cabin service and food at the top of their list.

The Delta study was a good reminder that customer motivations, thoughts and conclusions will shift as individuals move through a given sales path – as they move from learning about a product or service, to research and shopping, to purchase. The perceived value of what’s being offered is always changing based on such factors as marketplace conditions and competitive offerings. And the motivations of the customer is always changing based on budget, location and shifting priorities.

Naturally, the appeal of an advertising message or promotional offer will change over time as well. This is true whether an individual is a consumer making a retail purchase, or a business leader making a purchase on behalf of a company.

For this reason, it’s critical that your small business understand the triggers that guide a customer’s decision at various points along the sales cycle. This requires an understanding of that customer’s frame of mind at each stage, and an understanding of those factors which

influence that frame of mind. Here are some things you can do, in practice, to make an understanding of your ever-changing customer a part of your culture and routine.

1. Become an expert on your customer and their motivations. Take the time to consider and write down the top 5-10 trends you see moving forward that you believe will have the greatest influence on your customer’s thoughts and opinions about your product or service.

2. Re-examine your market space. Take a step back to consider what business you’re really in and with whom you compete. This will help you understand the choices your customers make in selecting your products or services versus alternatives.

3. Tap into the communities, networks and groups that operate in your industry -- even outside groups that may compete for your customer’s attention. Learn from the experiences of other businesses who focus on your same customers.

Your customers and prospects are a moving target. Having an understanding of where they’re coming from (literally as well as their attitudes) will help you determine where they’re going next. Paying attention will help you to “train” your brain to understand and keep up with your customers as their thoughts and conclusions evolve.

For local, in-person help on this matter and more, contact the UGA Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and take advantage of small business and entrepreneur training classes and no-cost consulting services. Contact the UGA SBDC at Clayton State University at 678466-5100.

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CHAMBER FEATURE

Senator Brian Strickland, a former Henry County Chamber of Commerce board member, explained that the gambling bill is still undergoing review in Senate Committee.

On the steps within the Capitol Rotunda, the Henry County delegation assemble quickly for a photo with Governor Kemp.

Stockbridge Mayor Anthony Ford (l.) listens to Atlanta Motor Speedway president Ed Clark (2nd from l.) detail the revenue enhancements that would benefit Henry County and the state if the casino bill passes. Also present was board member Morrelle McCrary, RAM-Tech PC Solutions.

HENRY COUNTY CHAMBER TAKES AGENDA TO “DAY AT THE CAPITOL” “This was one of the most productive and informative Day at the Capitol events in recent years,” commented Henry County Commission Chair June Wood referring to the Chamber’s annual trip to the Capitol for dialogue with members of the Georgia legislative body representing Henry County. A bus load of Chamber members departed the Henry County government building and met drivers at the Georgia Capitol on February 27, in Room 125, a trip that is organized annually by the Chamber’s Government Affairs Committee. Open to all Chamber members, the Henry County delegation filled the room to near capacity with more than 50 Chamber members present including many of the board.

Chamber board meeting. They heard the board pass two

A fast-paced and abbreviated Chamber board meeting preceded the session with the legislative representatives. This allowed members to sit in who had never attended a monthly

Mathiak (R-73), El-Mahdi Holly (D-111), Dale Rutledge (R-109),

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resolutions, one to support the Census “Complete Count” initiative and the second asking the Georgia legislative body to give the citizens of Georgia a chance to vote on whether casino gambling should be allowed in the state.

The status of the casino gambling bill in the Georgia Senate, home rule on building restrictions were among the discussions held with the Georgia delegation. The legislative members who met to hear the comments and concerns of the Henry County business community included State Senators Brian Strickland (R-17) and Emanuel Jones (D-10), State Representatives Karen Andrew Welch (R-110), and Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger.

Henry County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Proudly Serving Henry County

Publication of HenryCounty.com is made possible in part by the support of the Board Members of the Henry County Chamber of Commerce.

2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Christy Chewning, Chair, Central Georgia EMC Lincoln Parks, Chair-elect, Web Mobile Fusion Sharon Ponder, Immediate Past Chair, Bennett International Group Shaun Mock, Secretary/Treasurer, Snapping Shoals EMC Laura Turner, CVB Chair, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Dr. Elna Poulard, Vice Chair for Government and Education, Family Support Circle Morrelle McCrary, Vice Chair for Economic and Community Development, RAM-Tech PC Solutions Steve Nail, Vice Chair for Chamber Development, Nail Heating & Air Conditioning Joseph Henning, President & CEO

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 Steve Nail, Nail Heating & Air Conditioning CLASS OF 2021 Josh Duncan, F5 Financial Morrelle McCrary, RAM-Tech PC Solutions Christy Chewning, Central Georgia EMC Dr. Elna Poulard, Family Support Circle Kevin Demmitt, Clayton State University Thomas Williams, Kaiser Permanente CLASS OF 2022 Brent Huckaby, BB&T Lincoln Parks, Web Mobile Fusion David Campbell, Georgia Power

Kena Ceasar, Ameris Bank Maggy Martinez, Starbound PR Firm Lydia Pierre, Pierre Branding Group CHAIR APPOINTEES Laura Turner, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Dr. Murray Williams, Southern Crescent Technical College Shaun Mock, Snapping Shoals EMC EX OFFICIO MEMBERS Dr. Mary Elizabeth Davis, Henry County Schools Superintendent 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 Chair June Wood, Henry County Board of Commissioners Josh Fenn, Henry County Development Authority CHAMBER STAFF Joseph Henning, President & CEO Barbara Ingram, Director of Communications Gary Sparrow, Director of Membership 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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MEMBER NEWS LILY HENSON, M.D., NAMED CEO OF PIEDMONT HENRY HOSPITAL

LILY HENSON, M.D. Chief Executive Officer Piedmont Henry Hospital

STOCKBRIDGE, GA (January 29, 2020) – Lily Henson, M.D., returned to Piedmont Henry Hospital to serve as the hospital’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO). She oversees the hospital’s 1,750 employees and 700 physicians. Dr. Henson began her new role on February 3, after the retirement of Deborah Armstrong, FACHE.

Dr. Henson joined Piedmont Healthcare in 2015 as the Chief of Neurology and joined Piedmont Henry in 2016 as the hospital’s Chief Medical Officer. Her focus as CMO was to reinforce the hospital’s culture of safety and to create an infrastructure that provided the best care for patients.

“Dr. Henson will be a fantastic leader for Piedmont Henry,” said Kevin Brown, President and CEO of Piedmont Healthcare. “She has a proven record of success in championing the high-quality, patient-centered care that lies at the heart of our mission and she also will inspire change and lead Piedmont Henry towards our system’s goals regarding Quality, Safety, and Service.”

With 236 beds, Piedmont Henry is the fifth largest of the system’s 11 hospitals. However, with more than 90,000 emergency visits annually, it has the busiest Emergency Department in the system after Piedmont Columbus-Midtown, which is a Level II Trauma Center.

“With such a busy Emergency Department, Piedmont Henry provides some unique challenges from a leadership perspective,” said Dr. Patrick Battey, CEO of Piedmont Atlanta Hospital who also serves as CEO of the system’s Atlanta hub, which includes Piedmont Henry. “With her experience at Piedmont Henry, her leadership abilities and her experience as a clinician, I believe that

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Dr. Henson will deliver on Piedmont’s Promise to make a positive difference in every patient’s life at Piedmont Henry.”

During her time at Piedmont Henry, Dr. Henson made significant contributions to improving Piedmont Henry’s quality metrics – reducing serious safety events by 83 percent and helping to cut hospital acquired infections in half. She is eager to continue that work, while also leading Piedmont Henry’s growth, and sustaining its success.

“The staff at Piedmont Henry is full of amazing, compassionate people. They provide excellent care to our patients and they are here to make a difference,” said Dr. Henson. “I am excited to lead this team and I look forward to all we will accomplish together.”

Dr. Henson received her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She practiced neurology in Seattle with Swedish Health Services and was previously the Vice President of Medical Affairs of one of Swedish’s community hospitals after serving as Chief of Staff of Swedish Medical Center’s Issaquah campus. She has received a number of accolades as well. A few of these awards are being a fellow of the American Academy of Neurology and a former member of the board of directors for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and Henry County’s Hands of Hope Clinic.

LEGACY OF LEADERSHIP

A leadership program offered by the Henry County Chamber of Commerce; Leadership Henry visited the Georgia Capitol in February for an up-close view of the governing process.

TAKING PRIDE IN THE PROCESS

By Rebecca Dervan

Our State Government Day began with a visit to our State Capitol. It was quite impressive to see it in person for the first time. The stonework detail on the outside, only to be complimented with the exquisite marble on the inside, makes a statement that Representative Andrew J. Welch - Georgia House was one of the Georgia legislative builds pride to be a Georgian. delegation who greeted the Leadership Henry Once inside, the beautiful open Class of 2020 on State Government Day in February. rotunda allows you to see all the open floors that contain many displays that reflect our beautiful state and make it unique.

We had the distinct opportunity to meet with Senator Brian Strickland, State Representatives El-Mahdi Holly and Andy Welch.

It was very encouraging to hear from each of them all that they are doing for our great state and the upcoming plans to continue to grow Georgia economically. We also had the amazing honor to meet Governor Brian Kemp. As we continued our visit, we were able to tour the legislative chambers of the House of Representatives and the Senate.

We heard from the State School Superintendent’s office how strong our school system is, not only at the state level, but certainly very excited to hear how well Henry County is doing with our growth and progression.

We finished the day at the Department of Agriculture and Economic Development and were able to hear from State Agriculture Commissioner, Gary Black, about what the Georgia Grown Program is doing for the state of Georgia. Beginning the day with the view of the busts of so many Georgians paving the way for how strong our state is today and finishing it with the presentations of programs and initiatives to continue that growth, leaves one proud to be a part of the Georgia family.

This update was provided by Rebecca Dervan, Director of Marketing and Development of Strong Rock Christian School and one of the Class of 2020 participants in Leadership Henry.

Representative El-Mahdi Holly - Georgia House, was one of the members of the Georgia legislative body to host the Youth Leadership Henry, a leadership program of the Henry County Chamber of Commerce, for eligible sophomores throughout Henry County. Here, Rep. Holly gives student members of Youth Leadership Henry a candid overview of the issues facing state government.

THE FUTURE OF STATE GOVERNMENT REVEALED

By Christian Dent, 10th Grade Student at Strong Rock Christian School

A feeling of importance surrounds you as you walk through the doors of the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta. For over 130 years, this building has stood for one purpose and one purpose only, for the people.

In February, as a part of Youth Leadership Henry, I along with other sophomores from around Henry County who are members of the program visited the State Capitol. We started off our day by gathering into a legislative committee room and discussing the prominence and privilege of being at the capitol. We then got the chance to discuss and understand the important but often misunderstood career of lobbying with lobbyist William Woodall, as well as the importance of voting and civic involvement with a representative from the Secretary of State’s office. State Representatives Andy Welch, and El-Mahdi Holly joined us along with State Senator Brian Strickland. We discussed criminal justice reform, education, and the state budget, which was on the forefront of the state’s agenda for that week.

As our group waited to grab a photo-op with Governor Brian Kemp, I took the time as an opportunity to catch up with my state representative, friend, and mentor El-Mahdi Holly. We discussed how important bipartisanship is in the state of Georgia, and how everything that gets done in Georgia is and must be done by both parties working together, otherwise citizens would not see results. He mentioned that the state of Georgia has budgets to balance, kids to educate, and citizens to look after, and that if Georgia subscribed to the same partisan loyalties that Washington, D.C. does, nothing would get done. What I thought was a one on one conversation soon turned into a discussion between five or six of us and Representative Holly.

I will forever be grateful to Youth Leadership Henry for giving me the unique and educational opportunity to visit the State Capitol. I hope to one day enter the world of politics and government, and I believe because of this opportunity, I am better prepared and have gained more insight to the workings of state government here in Georgia. Last, I have now learned a deeper love and appreciation for Henry County and the State of Georgia. I can’t wait to work with others in the future to make my community and state a better place for everyone.

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CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP RENEWING MEMBERS CPAK TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

CULVER’S OF MCDONOUGH

ADAMS HOMES

E. R. SNELL CONTRACTOR, INC.

ALL AMERICAN QUALITY FOODS AURORA GLOBAL SOLUTIONS

EXECUTIVE INN EXPRESS OIL CHANGE & SERVICE CENTER STOCKBRIDGE

BENTON VILLAGE - A SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MCDONOUGH

CANNON CLEVELAND FUNERAL DIRECTORS

GEORGIA ELITE SPORTS ACADEMY INC

CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE OF ATLANTA

GEORGIA UNITED CREDIT UNION

CLAYTON STATE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH COPART, INC

LIGHT OF THE WORLD CHRISTIAN TABERNACLE INTL. MATRIX LEADERSHIP CONSULTING

NEW MEMBERS PEACHTREE PEDDLERS FLEA MARKET & PEACHTREE ANTIQUE CENTER RISING PHOENIX ENRICHMENT PROGRAM

METRO METAL WORKS, INC.

SCANA ENERGY

MINUTEMAN PRESS MIRACLE METHOD SURFACE REFINISHING OF HENRY COUNTY NAIL HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING, INC.

SECURITY FINANCE SWEETIE’S FLEA MARKET THE ABBEY AT EAGLES LANDING

NAVICENT HEALTH

THE KIDS SPECIALISTS, HENRY PEDIATRICS, LLC

HAMMOND SERVICES, INC.

NESTLE DISTRIBUTION COMPANY

THE SOUTHERN CREDIT UNION

HELPING IN HIS NAME MINISTRIES, INC

NEW AMERICAN FUNDING

TRI-COPY OFFICE EQUIPMENT, INC.

HERITAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

PARAPOINT - COMPUTER TRAINING

VILLAS AT SOUTH POINT

HUDGINS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

WESTBURY HEALTH & REHAB - MCDONOUGH

ELITE MEMBERS SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR ELITE MEMBERS CHAIRMAN’S CLUB

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SENDOUTCARDS APRIL BRUMM PO BOX 846 MCDONOUGH GA 30253 (770) 296-1082 CHUCKAPRILBRUMM@GMAIL.COM WALTER'S COMMERCIAL FLOOR CLEANING SERVICE, LLC WALTER GORDON 521 CATHEDRAL DR MCDONOUGH GA 30253 (404) 219-6647 WEGOR59@GMAIL.COM

QUALITY PROGRAMS APRIL 2020 BUSINESS AFTER HOURS THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2020 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM HOSTED BY: EAGLE’S LANDING COUNTRY CLUB 100 Eagle’s Landing Way, Stockbridge, GA 30281 (770) 389-2000

Strong Rock Christian School President of Missions David Mann greets the crowd at the Business After Hours in February.

April’s Business After Hours will be sponsored and catered by Eagle’s Landing Country Club. Take a tour of this beautiful haven that exemplifies Georgian charm and southern hospitality. Located in Stockbridge, GA, the picturesque Eagle’s Landing Country Club is centered around 27 holes of championship golf in an inviting atmosphere that is warm and relaxed yet upscale and refined. You’ll see why this celebrated golf resort is one of the most sought-after membership and event destinations in Henry County.

The Chamber Jackpot is up to $450! Come out for the drawing as you must be present to win.

About Eagle’s Landing Country Club Eagle’s Landing Country Club is a haven of southern hospitality. It is a place for friendly Members who enjoy both family-oriented activities and a focus on golf in an active, private club environment. Their plantationstyle clubhouse has Georgian charm from its warm brick exterior and welcoming verandas to a crowning cupola that looks down on some of the most beautiful scenery and wildlife in the state. They offer golf, tennis and swimming clinics and have a full calendar of activities and social events. Eagle’s Landing is a retreat not only for great rounds with close friends and family but also for hosting important corporate clients and associates. Downtown Atlanta may only be a 20-minute drive away, but the serenity of Eagle’s Landing feels like a world apart.

FEBRUARY BUSINESS AFTER HOURS RECAP The leadership team of Strong Rock Christian School, extended a hearty greeting to Business After Hours HOSTED BY: attendees on February 27. As STRONG ROCK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL educators who are committed 4200 Strong Rock Parkway to the purpose of Christian Locust Grove, GA 30248 education, Strong Rock strives (678) 833-1200 to help each student know God’s purpose for his or her life. During this event, guests were informed on a variety of topics by Strong Rock’s staff. They wholeheartedly believe in their commitment to unity as well as influencing the lives of every child and family member that comes their way. Their imprint on our community remains profound.

Thank You to our February Business After Hours Door Prize Donors Dave & Buster’s

Nail Heating & Air

Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta

Piedmont Henry

Lindsey Orthodontics

Strong Rock Christian School

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QUALITY PROGRAMS BUSINESS BOOSTER LUNCHEON APRIL 16, 2020 | HUDGINS ROOM | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Speaker: Catherine Cates, Professional EOS® Implementer

Professional EOS® Implementer

Profit Made Simple, LLC TOPIC: GAINING CONTROL OF YOUR BUSINESS: HOW TO SIMPLIFY, CLARIFY AND ACHIEVE YOUR VISION Are you running your business or is it running you? You will not want to miss the April Business Booster Luncheon, where Catherine Cates will help you clarify, simplify, and achieve your vision. Most, if not all, entrepreneurs experience many challenges when running their own business. If you would like to see your business consistently run better and grow faster, then Catherine Cates can deliver tips to help you with that. She brings a dynamic presentation, encompasses the Six Key Components of the top companies, and tools that can be used immediately to make a difference in your company.

About the Speaker Catherine Cates has always been passionate about entrepreneurship.

She grew up in a family where her father and both grandfathers were entrepreneurs. After time in consulting and corporate finance, she jumped into the entrepreneurial world, leading a turnaround at a 120-employee manufacturing business, growing a medical staffing business, and improving profits and operations at an electrical contractor. Catherine found being an entrepreneur was harder than it needed to be. She was often frustrated by the amount of time and effort it took to get her team trained and focused on the right tasks to achieve goals. She saw a lot of great management ideas, but most were hard to implement which made work less fun and more time consuming. This frustration is why she is so passionate about working with entrepreneurs as a Professional EOS Implementer. Catherine brings a dedication to “Keep it Simple” to her EOS work with clients. Real. Simple. Results. Catherine lives in Atlanta and implements EOS across the country. She is also the favorite aunt for her three nieces and three great-nephews. She grew up in Chapel Hill, NC and is a lifelong UNC Tarheels fan. She earned a BA from Dartmouth College and an MBA from Harvard. Catherine is a long-standing member of Vistage and Women’s Presidents Organization peer groups.

Sponsored by Chamber Member:

Catering by Chamber Member:

FEBRUARY BUSINESS BOOSTER LUNCHEON RECAP

By Dodie Cason, Assistant Vice President, Business Banker, Heritage Bank, and HCCC Small Business Council, Chair

Thank you to our February BBL Sponsor

If you have customers, then you know that you will never make 100% of them happy, 100% of the time! We’re human and make mistakes and sometimes you just get a grouchy customer! In February, Lincoln Parks spoke with us on just how to respond if we receive a negative review on one of the various online portals. He says, we should never delete a negative review, but respond to it as quickly as possible to right the situation! He also shared that there are numerous sites that showcase reviews and that we need to “claim” our business on each of these. He also noted that some of the sites are much more reputable then others.

Wow, for the average person, this computer stuff can be overwhelming and time consuming. It is good to know we have honest, knowledgeable professionals in our community to take care of our marketing needs, like the team at Web Mobile Fusion. Our Business Booster Luncheon was well attended with a ton of networking action taking place! Outback Steak House catered our lunch. They provided us with crisp healthy salads that were topped with their awesome chicken and steak! We greatly appreciate our February BBL sponsor Kaiser Permanente!

Thanks to our February BBL Door Prize Donors 15th Street Pizza & Pub

Nail Heating & Air Conditioning

Academy Properties

Piedmont Henry

Atlanta Scales

Pregnancy Resource Center

CWC Business Solutions

Right at Home In Home Care and Assistance

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QUALITY PROGRAMS

Hampton High School Seniors, (l. to r.) Aissatou Diallo and Carmen Bodie, are the winners of the Henry County Chamber of Commerce 2020 Education Foundation Scholarships for Young Women.

HAMPTON HIGH SENIORS THE 2020 WOMEN’S AWARDED CHAMBER EDUCATION EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT SOARS FOUNDATION TO NEW HEIGHTS SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YOUNG The positive impact of the personal insights shared by each of the WOMEN high-quality speakers was the focus of feedback for weeks following Two Hampton High School students were awarded the Henry County Education Foundation Scholarship for Young Women last week at the Women’s EmPOWERment Summit held on March 5, 2020, at the Merle Manders Conference Center in Stockbridge, GA. The two seniors, Aissatou Diallo and Carmen Bodie, were the winners of the scholarships selected from a pool of applicants submitted by qualifying female juniors and seniors from throughout the county including the Henry County School System, private schools and home school students. The scholarship criteria required students to be in good standing with a minimum GPA of 2.5 and to write and submit a 500-word essay by the deadline of January 17.

Diallo is on the honor roll at Hampton High School and has been awarded the Georgia Certificate of Merit and the DAR Good Citizen Award. She has been recognized as a Lady of Distinction for outstanding community service and serves as an ambassador with Ladies Unlimited. She is a member of the International Skills Diploma Seal Club, the National Honor Society and serves as the treasurer with the Hampton High School HOSA Future Health Professionals chapter. After graduation, Diallo plans to attend Howard University in Washington, DC.

the second annual Women’s EmPOWERment Summit held on March 5, 2020, at the Merle Manders Conference Center in Stockbridge, GA. The event was presented by Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and augmented by an array of corporate and supporting sponsors. From local organizations to Fortune 500, the mix of women professionals, speakers as well as attendees, for the day-long event was a powerful and diverse representation of the Henry County business community led by women. Each speaker, independent of each other and from unique and multiple perspectives, touched on a personal experience which reinforced the conference theme: “Educate. Engage. Empower.”

The more than 125 women heard stories of the many turns, ups and downs, from the speakers who all have achieved success in their careers and revealed key moments that guided their paths to get there.

To view the photo gallery, visit www.henrycountywomenssumit.com.

Bodie, also an honor roll student at Hampton High School, placed fourth in the Georgia National History Day Competition. She lettered in Varsity Golf and received the Girl Scout Silver Award. She will be enrolling in the Truett McConnell University in Cleveland, GA, this Fall.

The scholarship is administered by the Chamber’s Education Attainment Committee, Dr. Elna Poulard, Chair.

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, serves all business owners at all stages of the business life cycle.

SCORE Mentoring now offered on-site at HCCC 2nd and 4th Monday of every month.

By Appointment Only Mark your calendars! Registration will be starting soon!

Monday, April 13 & Monday, April 27 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM To schedule an appointment, visit http://tinyurl.com/scoreatlapp.

To be added to a wait list, email bingram@henrycounty.com

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SBDC CONSULTING SERVICE — NO FEE 3RD MONDAY OF EVERY MONTH Monday, April 20 | 9:00 AM – 3:00PM Call 678-466-5100 for Appointment Toppan Room Henry County Chamber of Commerce 1709 Hwy. 20 West, McDonough GA 30253 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 start-up or an entrepreneur with just an idea – all are welcome. Set an appointment for a face-to-face consultation with the experts from SBDC. Call 678-466-5100.

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TO INTRODUCE AND CELEBRATE YOUR BUSINESS IN STYLE

PLEASE CONTACT GARY SPARROW, MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR AT 770-957-5786 OR VIA EMAIL GSPARROW@HENRYCOUNTY.COM

Contact: Susan Hill 580 Macon Street, McDonough, GA 30253 (678) 782-7108

Contact: Shanna Hill-Amoah 1922 Hudson Bridge Road, Stockbridge, GA 30281 (678) 599-8203

Contact: Sharon Dewberry 3904 Hwy. 42, Locust Grove, GA 30248 (678) 272-6001

Contact: Shannon Biggs 235 Walker Drive, McDonough, GA 30253 (770) 914-1933

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