CHAMBER NEWS

CHAMBER NEWS $2.5 MILLION CARES ACT GRANT ROLLOUT FEATURED

The opening of the Henry County CARES Act Grant Restart Program was the subject of the Virtual Business Booster Luncheon held on Thursday, August 20, 2020. Hundreds of Chamber members and Henry County businesses tuned in at the noon lunch hour for the live webinar which broadcast also on Facebook Live.

Henry County staff members, Shannon B. Sagnot, Director of Administrative & Constituent Services and Community Development, and David Smith, Henry County Director of Finance, presented information about the Henry County federal CARES Act (Coronavirus, Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act) supplemental grant funding allocated to support small businesses.

Familiar with the topic, Chamber president Joseph Henning moderated the discussion about how the County intends to award $2.5 million in grants for job retention and creation. “While the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the global, national, and local economy, Henry County is committed to offering assistance where possible for the small businesses that are the fabric of our communities,” explained Joseph B. Henning, Chamber CEO. An additional $2.5 million will soon be available for non-profits.

The live Q & A provided details about the grant, who qualifies, and how to apply. To view the Business Booster Luncheon, visit www.Together4Henry.com.

IT’S HAPPENING IN HENRY September 2020

McDonough Scarecrow Contest Registration Register now thru September 23 The Scarecrows begin setup September 25 and goes through September 30. All scarecrows should be set up by October 5 to qualify for Judging. Come by and vote for your favorite scarecrow October 1 – 29. Social distancing required; masks recommended. Winners will be announced via Live Facebook October 30. For more info, call 770-957-3915.

“Doing Business in Stockbridge” Initiative, presented by Councilman Elton Alexander and Southern Crescent Women in Business, Inc., Sept. 1, 10 AM – 12 PM on Zoom This free online webinar is open to all community members. Preregistration is required. Email zpearson@cityofstockbridge-ga.gov or call 404-565-5109 for more info and how to register.

Labor Day Weekend Sale at Tanger Outlets, Locust Grove September 4 – 7

Southern Crescent Tech Six Sigma Yellow Belt Training September 9 & 10, 8AM – 12PM, $199/person The Yellow Belt Program is an introduction to Six Sigma plus Learn. It includes the fundamentals of Six Sigma and is a foundation for advancing to the Green Belt Level of this quality management system. For more info, contact: economicdevelopment@sctech.edu or 770-228-7364.

VIRTUAL BUSINESS BOOSTER LUNCHEON SEPTEMBER 17, 2020 • 12:00 NOON ONLINE

PANEL DISCUSSION — WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT IN HENRY COUNTY:

NEEDS, TRENDS, BENEFITS & OPPORTUNITIES

The Business Booster Luncheon will feature a panel discussion on September 17, via Zoom and Facebook Live. The event assembles a panel of workforce development experts who have Henry County as a primary focus area. The recent surge in supply chain logistics and advance manufacturing and technologies will bring nearly 2000 jobs to the area in the next year and positions Henry County as a leading hub for additional growth. But are we ready? Are we adequately prepared with a pipeline of skilled workers and technicians to fill the hiring needs of the recent business expansions? Will businesses in the area be able to become a part of the supplier ecosystem?

Join us during lunch for this discussion so relevant for business leaders and employers of Henry County. To register, visit the Chamber website Events page at henrycounty.com.

Camp Horizon Free Digital Kids’ Grief Camp September 12 (In-home) Open to any child, ages 6 – 16, living in over 40 counties surrounding Atlanta who has lost a loved one. Kids will have fun while enjoying activities designed to promote healing, growth, and learn coping skills and how to manage emotions.For more info, visit sacredjourneyhospice.org. To register, email camphorizon@sjh1.com.

Day of Joy Henry County September 12, 9 AM, Big Springs Park, 64 Veterans Dr. McDonough Join us as we gather for a time of worship & prayer at 9 AM and from there we will go to various points of the City/County. Joyful believers will participate in acts of service throughout our county. Register online through Eventbrite or Facebook.

Southern Crescent Women in Business 2nd Annual Funding Pitch September 17, 6 PM – 8:30 PM, Virtual Eventbrite: Fundingpitch2.eventbrite.com

Import Alliance Atlanta Meet Rescheduled for September 19 – 20, Atlanta Motor Speedway Visit www.importalliance.org for details.

2020 Charity Day September 18, Tidal Wave Auto Spa 100% of all proceeds benefit charities 42 Hwy 81 W, McDonough, 470-388-5059

Bear Creek Festival September 26, 9 AM – 5 PM, Downtown Hampton The Bear Creek Festival will host antique dealers, food vendors, many arts & craft vendors and a kid’s area. For more info, visit www.hamptonga.gov.