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FEBRUARY 2016 IN THIS ISSUE Chair’s Message....................... 2 Business Profile......................... 3 Calendar.................................. 4 SBDC....................................... 5 Chamber Briefs/Leadership Henry/ Youth Leadership Henry ............ 6 Henry Happenings.................... 7 Chamber Membership.............. 10 Henry County Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet....... 11 Business Boosters Luncheon....... 12 Star Breakfast.......................... 13 Financial Focus........................ 14 Ribbon Cuttings........................ 15
CLASSIC. SOUTHERN. RACING.
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.
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As a new member of the chamber of commerce, you will be listed in the chamber newsletter, e-newsletter, on Facebook and have the opportunity to be highlighted in other chamber publications.
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Henry County Day
Since its early days following the repeal of prohibition, auto racing has been a staple in Georgia. NASCAR itself can trace many of its roots to small dirt tracks that dotted the countryside in rural Georgia in the ‘40s and ‘50s. Today, NASCAR serves as the preeminent stock-car racing organization with a nationwide presence and a fiercely loyal fan base. This month, NASCAR’s topthree largest racing series will make their annual stop at Henry County’s own Atlanta Motor Speedway for the Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500 weekend Feb. 26-28, Georgia’s largest racing event of the year. Drawing fans from more than 40 states across the country, all eyes of the racing world will rest squarely on Hampton, as the historic railroad town welcomes the influx and excitement that NASCAR brings. In a nod to its early history, Atlanta Motor Speedway this year will celebrate its classic southern roots in true Georgia fashion. From unique concession foods and celebrities who call the Peach State home, to warm southern hospitality and charming drawls, AMS will embrace the identity that sets our state apart and makes us proud to call Georgia home. With the second stop on the 2016 NASCAR schedule, the Folds
of Honor QuikTrip 500 bears an even greater significance, as an allnew low-downforce aerodynamic setup on Sprint Cup Series cars makes its 2016 debut. The new package is expected to make for more competitive racing, more passing and a more entertaining experience for fans in the grandstands. All the action kicks off with the Active Pest Control Qualifying day on Friday, February 26. A full day of on-track action complete with practice sessions for all three series will be capped off with Sprint Cup Series qualifying, which will determine the starting lineup and pole position for Sunday’s Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500. On Saturday, a racing doubleheader unique to Atlanta will take to the track as the Heads Up Georgia 250 XFINITY Series and the Georgia 200 Camping World Truck Series race run back-to-back with first green flag dropping at 1:30 p.m. Sunday’s main event kicks off at 1 p.m. to finish off the 2016 NASCAR weekend in Georgia. Tickets and specials are available now, starting at just $39 and can be found by visiting www. atlantamotorspeedway.com or calling the AMS ticket office at (770) 946-4211 or (877) 9-AMS-TIX.
Monday, February 15, is Henry County Day at the Capitol. This annual event, co-hosted by the Henry County Chamber of Commerce and the Henry County Development Authority, affords our business and civic leaders an opportunity to visit the state capitol and to meet with legislators involved in decision making processes that impact Henry County. It also provides an opportunity to showcase Henry County attractions and products to this audience of state officials. To attend or to donate local gift items, contact the Chamber at 770-957-5786.
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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR
JUNE WOOD
Leonard Moreland President and CEO at Heritage Bank 2016 Chair of Henry County Chamber of Commerce
Finding the right path in 2016
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s I am writing this, I have been reflecting
at a rate that will sustain growth. I have often
ence. The Henry County Chamber has the re-
on 2015 and thinking about 2016 with
heard that it took a generation for our country
sources to assist with all of the challenges you
great anticipation. It seems for the past cou-
to regain economic confidence after the “Great
face in your business. In February alone we
ple of years we have seen economic progress
Depression” and perhaps we just need to be
will celebrate the 49th annual banquet of the
in our county, but I suspect we will all agree
patient after this “Great Recession”. Though I
Chamber, we will be down at the Georgia State
it has been a very slow pace. Perhaps we were
have to admit, patience is not one of my strong
Capitol on Henry County Day meeting with
spoiled coming out of past shallow recessions
points. In the end as long as we keep putting
our legislatures and senators concerning the
when the economy recovered quickly and
one foot in front of the other we will continue
needs of Henry County, we will have a week of
across all areas. This recovery, while positive,
to make progress!
fun at Atlanta Motor Speedway for race week
just hasn’t seemed to have the pace of those
The Henry County Chamber of Com-
at the end of the month and so much more. If
past recoveries. We can look at a lot of data
merce tries every day to help clear the path
you don’t take advantage of what this Cham-
and derive different opinions, but in the end
for your business. It is a tough road running a
ber has available for you, then you are truly
we still have a way to go to insure that all of our
business in today’s world and we at the Cham-
missing out on fun, fellowship, and growth
fellow citizens are working gainfully and that
ber know it and experience it along with you
opportunities.
we have the confidence to spend and invest
every month. We have the macro issues of the
So if 2015 was successful for you and
economy and governmental regulations that
your business, come and share your experi-
take an army of likeminded people to change
ences with us and let us rejoice in your success.
and affect; and we have the micro issues of
If you have questions or concerns about 2016,
hiring a talented workforce or developing a
come and share with us and together we will
workable business strategy that it just takes
find the right path.
It is a tough road running a business in today’s world and we at the Chamber know it and experience it along with you every month.
one or two right connections to make a differ-
Let’s make an EPIC Henry!
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BUSINESS PROFILE
Torrie Sunstrom, McDonough Branch Executive Vice President, Market Leader
Bank of the Ozarks (770) 898-0852 Email: info@bankozarks.com Website: bankozarks.com
About
Torrie Sunstrom is Bank of the Ozarks Executive Vice President and Market Leader for the McDonough area; she sees the bank’s combination of strength, stability and personalized services as ideally suited to the needs of Henry County customers. With this vision and the commitment to always “be accessible to customers,” Sunstrom and her staff are dedicated to providing a financial institution where you can enjoy the strength, security, and services usually associated with big banks, delivered by local bankers you know and trust and who understand your financial needs. “We are one of the nation’s strongest and most stable financial institutions with an extremely talented staff,” said Sunstrom. “We measure our success by helping customers achieve their individual financial goals, no matter how
large or small.” Despite receiving numerous accolades such as being recognized as the nation’s best performing bank based on financial performance for five consecutive years, Sunstrom correlates the success of the branch to an extremely talented staff and the value of customer service. Bank of the Ozarks offers convenient, value-loaded Business Banking products to fit the needs of businesses of all kinds. Not only does Bank of the Ozarks provide financial solutions for businesses, they also strive to provide new products to fit each customers need on a personal level as well. Personal accountholders can download the mobile banking app to their smartphone or tablet to access account information, deposit checks, transfer funds immediately between their Bank of the Ozarks accounts and pay bills anywhere and anytime.
Community Involvement
Bank of the Ozarks takes pride in their community and service by not only providing advice and exceptional financial performance, but by getting involved. The McDonough branch participates with the Haven House for women and children whom have become victims of domestic abuse, Hands of Hope, and Partners in Education.
Chamber Involvement
“The Chamber offers great business networking opportunities and educational events that could be beneficial to all existing and new businesses,” says Branch Manager and Assistant Vice President Bonnie Bray.
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PRESIDENT’S DAY HENRY COUNTY DAY AT THE CAPITOL
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2016 BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Leonard Moreland, Chairman, Heritage Bank Rod Meadows, Chair Elect, Meadows & Macie, PC Wayne Lowrey, Secretary/Treasurer, United Community Bank June Wood, Immediate Past Chair Brad Thomas, Vice Chair for Economic & Cultural Development, Snapping Shoals EMC Steve Nail, Vice Chair for Chamber Development, Nail Heating & Air Shane Persaud, Vice Chair for Government & Education, Communities in Schools of Henry County Jeff Mills, CVB Chair, David Gill, HCCC President & CEO
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8 AM LEADERSHIP HENRY, BOD, BR
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CLASS OF 2016:
CLASS OF 2018:
CHAIR APPOINTEES
Toni Holmes, LifeSouth Community Blood Centers Steve Nail, Nail Heating & Air Mike Briscoe, Leadership Henry Appointee, OrthoAtlanta Wayne Lowrey, United Community Bank Shane Persaud, Communities in Schools of Henry County Melissa Malcom, Melissa P. Malcom, LLC Denise Sowell, Capitol Street Financial Services
Christy Chewning, Central Georgia EMC Patti Brown, SERVPRO of Henry & Spalding David Curry, Henry County Tax Commissioner Josh Duncan, Edward Jones Morrelle McCrary, RAM-Tech PC Solutions Greg Hammonds, Whaley Hammonds Tomasello, PC
Laura Turner, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Lincoln Parks, Web Mobile Fusion Emily Poole, Clayton State University.
CLASS OF 2017: Nadia Faucette, Georgia Power Sharon Ponder, Bennett International Group Gregory Guy, Goodyear Aviation Products Brad Thomas, Snapping Shoals EMC Rod Meadows, Meadows & Macie, PC Dr. Gopal Rao, Atlanta Heart Associates
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS Charlie Scott, Henry County Hospital Authority Rodney Bowler, Henry County Schools Tony Carnell, HC Water & Sewerage Authority Charlie Moseley, HC Development Authority Pam Milling, 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 Tommy Smith, Chairman, Henry County BOC
CHAMBER STAFF David Gill, President & CEO Laura Luker, Director of Tourism Lydia Pierre, Director of Communications Gary Sparrow, Membership Director Phyllis Reeves, Office Manager
Strawn & Co.
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PERSONAL
BUSINESS
Strawn & Co., Insurance is among south Atlanta’s oldest and largest independent insurance agencies. Our agency was founded by W. Norman Strawn Sr. in 1972 with the purpose of providing property, casualty, life and health insurance needs for local families and businesses. From a small staff of two, Strawn & Co., Insurance has grown to a highly automated center that helps us stay abreast of the continual changes in our industry. Our team of knowledgeable
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It’s Performance Review Time! By Alisa Kirk
January is the time of year when a lot of companies do performance reviews of their personnel. Sometimes it starts with the employee completing his/her own self-evaluation and then giving it to the manager, who updates it with his/her own notes. They then have a face-toface meeting to discuss; the employee is then told whether he/she has met the company’s expectations that year. Here’s what often goes wrong: 1) the manager will only tell the employee glowing things in the review, no matter what the situation actually is, because merit pay is often tied to the review (or the manager doesn’t want to rock any boats); or 2) the manager will list both the good and the bad, which will often be a surprise
to the employee, and confrontations ensue. I advise my small business clients that performance reviews should be an on-going process. If there is a problem, it should be addressed and fixed. If anything praise-worthy happens, it should be noted at that time. If job duties need to be reexamined, set aside time to do it. Employees are more engaged when they get regular constructive feedback about their work. Most important is that they also know why work should be performed a certain way, and they are encouraged to give suggestions on ways to improve processes. A performance review is a mechanism for face-toface and written feedback to employees about their
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Employees are more engaged when they get regular constructive feedback about their work.
performance, along with plans for changes in their job duties and processes. If your small business only does this once a year, consider changing this process to encourage regular, on-going twoway feedback. The result should be an increase in productivity and employee engagement. For help with this and any other small business matters, please contact the UGA Small Business Development Center at Clayton State University.
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CHAMBER BRIEFS Youth Leadership Henry Class prepares CONGRATULATIONS TO...
SERVPRO of Henry & Spalding Counties, based in McDonough, Georgia, who was named in the UGA Alumni Association’s ranking of the 2016 Bulldog 100: Fastest Growing Bulldog Business for the fourth year in a row.
Piedmont Henry Hospital Earns 2015 Leapfrog Top Hospital Award
for their 2nd annual Youth Job Fair
This class of young community leaders will be putting on a job fair to help young people in Henry County connect with employers looking for workers in a variety of fields. The Leadership class does this as a service project to apply the skills they have learned in the program, and to benefit other young people in their community. If you are a business owner or manager looking for young people for after school, summer, or full-time employment, this is an event you won’t want to miss. You can have access to a large
number of 16-24 year olds – current high-schoolers, graduating seniors looking for full-time employment, and college students. Another possibility is
recruiting high school students who are looking for Work-Based Learning employers for the coming school year. There is no cost to participate, and you
will have members of this class working with you to ensure you get any needs attended to promptly. The event is from 10AM to 2PM in the Commons Area of Henry County High School on Monday, March 14. Henry Schools are out that day for a Professional Development day, so it will fit into the typical workweek, and you will have many young people available to talk to. For a registration form or more information, email us youthleadership@ leadershiphenry.com.
Leadership Henry class learns about Economic Development and Tourism in Henry County The December session of Leadership Henry was packed with great information and interesting discussion about economic development opportunities and the impact of tourism on our community. The first guest speakers of the day were Charles Stallworth and David Pitts from Georgia Power’s Community and Economic Development division. They provided some great information about growth and trends statewide as well as the processes and factors that affect an organization’s decision on where to locate. Next, the class heard from several representatives from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. Holly
Hunt shared about the Georgia State Small Business Credit Initiative, and Kim Carter explained the Downtown Development Revolving Loan Fund and shared some of the Fund’s successes. Community Services Regional Representative John VanBrunt also explained some of the other programs and funding available through the GDCA. The last speaker of the morning was Mill Graves, Retail and Commercial Development Associate with Electric Cities of Georgia. He provided additional insight into how our state and cities work to attract businesses and jobs to our community. One of the highlights of
Leadership Henry’s Economic Development Day is always the facility tour, and this year was no exception. The ALPLA team provided an insightful and interesting behind-the-scenes look at their manufacturing operation in McDonough, complete with hairnets for all of the class members. The class travelled back to the Chamber of Commerce for the remainder of the class day which included a presentation about the One Henry initiative and a very informative presentation by Laura Luker of the Henry County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Laura shared about how Henry County works to attract the film
industry to Henry County and the economic impact it has. Rounding out the day was the final session of the Energy Bus curriculum. The class will now shift its focus to developing a legacy project for this spring. Thank you to Charlie Moseley and the Henry County Development Authority for helping to coordinate this information-rich day. The class and speakers also enjoyed a great lunch from Patrick McHugh of 15th Street Pizza (and a Leadership Henry alumnus). The focus of the January class was county government and issues affecting our local communities.
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IT’S
HAPPENING
HENRY ARTS ALLIANCE ART CAMP REGISTRATION OPEN
ART IN UNUSUAL PLACES
For info: www.henryartsalliance.org
www.henryartsalliance.org
HIGH SCHOOL ARTS CONTEST
HAULER PARADE
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FEBRUARY 18, Piedmont Henry Hospital
FEBRUARY 4 – 23 at HC Performing Arts Center
FEBRUARY 25, 6pm, Depot Park, Hampton
For info: www.henryartsalliance.org
Parade starts at 6:30pm.
ACADEMY THEATRE PRESENTS: “LAST OF THE RED HOT LOVERS”
ACTIVE PEST CONTROL QUALIFYING DAY
146 Burke Street, Stockbridge www.academytheatre.org
Atlanta Motor Speedway’s 2016 NASCAR weekend kicks off with Sprint Cup Series, XFINITY Series and Camping World Truck Series practice sessions, followed by Sprint Cup Series qualifying, which will set the field for Sunday’s Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race. Admission is just $15 and kids 17 and under are free with an adult ticket. Call (877) 9-AMS-TIX, (770) 9464211, or visit www.atlantamotorspeedway.com.
FEBRUARY 5-14, 8pm – 10pm, Academy Theatre,
HOT CHOCOLATE RUN 5K/10K
FEBRUARY 6, 10am – 1pm, Nash Farm, 100 Babbs Mill Rd., Hampton www.getsetgrow.com
LEGENDS RACING WINTER FLURRY WEEK 3 FEBRUARY 13, Atlanta Motor Speedway
Visit www.atlantamotorspeedway.com or call 770-9464211
FEBRUARY 26, Atlanta Motor Speedway
HENRY
NASCAR XFINITY SERIES ATLANTA 250 & CAMPING WORLD TRUCK SERIES GEORGIA 200 DOUBLEHEADER FEBRUARY 27, Atlanta Motor Speedway
Saturday’s NASCAR action will include Sprint Cup Series final practice, followed by the Atlanta 250 NASCAR XFINITY Series race the Georgia 200 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race, all for one price. Adult tickets start at $40. Children 17 and under are admitted free with a paid adult ticket in General Admission seating. Call (877) 9-AMS-TIX, (770) 946-4211, or visit www. atlantamotorspeedway.com.
FOLDS OF HONOR QUIKTRIP 500 NASCAR SPRINT CUP SERIES RACE FEBRUARY 28, Atlanta Motor Speedway
The superstars of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series headline Atlanta’s race weekend for the Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race. Watch the sparks fly as the world’s best drivers battle to the checkered flag as the Sprint Cup Series gets underway in 2015. Adult tickets start at $39 and student tickets start at $19.50. The green flag waves at 1 p.m. Call (877) 9-AMS-TIX, (770) 9464211, or visit www.atlantamotorspeedway.com.
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PUBLICATION OF HENRYCOUNTY.COM IS MADE POSSIBLE IN PART BY THE SUPPORT OF THE BOARD MEMBERS OF THE HENRY COUNTY CHAMER OF COMMERCE. THANK YOU!
City of McDonough
City of Locust Grove
Robert Price, Mayor
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Superintendent 770-957-6601 770-914-6178 FAX
Convention & Visitors Bureau
Anthony Ford Mayor Pro Tem
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To our RENEWING Chamber Members 1ST FRANKLIN FINANCIAL CORP.
HENRY COUNTY FULLER CENTER FOR HOUSING, INC.
A & H TRANSPORT, INC.
HENRY COUNTY TAX COMMISSIONER
ALL ADVANCED FENCE CO. LLC AMERICAN CARESOURCE BENCHMARK NORTH PARK ASSOCIATION, LP BHAT DENTAL ASSOCIATES CARVER TIRE COMPANY, INC. CITY OF HAMPTON CITY OF LOCUST GROVE COMMUNITY GARDENS OF HENRY COUNTY, INC. CRICHTON MULLINGS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. DALRC, INC EAGLE’S LANDING OB/GYN, ASSOC., P.C.
To our NEW Chamber Members MCDONOUGH JUNIOR
PARAPOINT - COMPUTER
WOMEN’S CLUB
TRAINING
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MCDONOUGH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
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PARTS AND REPAIR TECHNICAL SERVICES, INC.
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SANITATION LLC
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HENRY VISION CENTER LAW OFFICE OF DEBORAH L. BRITT, LLC
ROWE’S TREE SERVICE SNAPPING SHOALS EMC SPALDING GAS COMPANY THE JOY FM, 93.3
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THE KIDS SPECIALISTS, HENRY PEDIATRICS, LLC
FIVE STAR PAINTING
TIMBERRIDGE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
910 Dailey Mill Road McDonough, GA 30253
TOPPAN INTERAMERICA, INC.
770-692-3819
FUN BOWL OF HENRY COUNTY GEORGIA POWER COMPANY
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ZION BAPTIST CHURCH
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THE 49TH ANNUAL BANQUET
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Saturday, February 6, 2015 At EAGLE’S LANDING COUNTRY CLUB
PRESENTING SPONSOR
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:
770-957-5786
“Economic Prosperity for Industry and Citizens” of
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CASH BAR AT 6:00 PM | DINNER AT 7:00 PM - COCKTAIL ATTIRE JOIN US AT THE CHAMBER ANNUAL BANQUET FEBRUARY 6 The Chamber’s 49th Annual Meeting/Dinner will be held at the Eagle’s Landing Country Club on Saturday, February 6, 2016 at 6:00 pm. Presenting Sponsor for the banquet is Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Tickets are sold out! Chamber Board of Directors Chair, June Wood will officially pass the gavel to the 2016 Chair, Leonard Moreland. We will recognize the recipients of the 2015 Business of the Year; the Billy Carter Public Service Award; the Volunteer of the Year and the Citizen of the Year.
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TOPIC: IMPACT OF HIGH TECH AND PROFESSIONAL JOBS FEBRUARY 18, 2016 • HCCC HUDGINS ROOM • 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
at undergraduate and graduate levels. He is a passionate economist who enjoys research. His articles on mixed oligopoly theories and applications have appeared in Eastern Economic Journal, Applied Economics Quarterly and Australian Economic Papers.
LUNCH WILL BE CATERED BY:
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Host Business After Hours and get visibility for your business
Chamber Business After Hours (BAH) have Director of CREST and traditionally been a very He holds a Bachelor Director of Global Initiatives popular and well-attended Associate Professor of The discounted cost for degree in Electrical function over the years. Economics this catered lunch for those Engineering from Sharif Business After Hours provides who register and pay online University of Technology an outstanding evening of fun, Ali Dadpay, Ph.D., is and a Master of Arts degree is $12 for Chamber members food, and fellowship between the Director of CREST, and $20 for non-members. in Economics from Virginia Director of Global An additional charge of $3.00 Chamber members and their guests. With a chance to Initiatives, and an Associate Tech. He received his will be applied for those who doctoral degree from the pay at the door. Reservations network, make new friends, Professor of Economics in University of Wisconsinare required by February 16 and meet potential customers, Clayton State University’s Milwaukee. for planning purposes and hosting a Business After College of Business, can be made online at www. Hours is a unique opportunity where he has previously At the February henrycounty.com under to showcase your business. served as Assistant Dean Business Boosters “Events” - select the BBL This is a perfect opportunity and MBA Director. Luncheon, find out more event on February 18. To Ali enjoys teaching a about the impact of high cover catering costs, no-shows to introduce your particular products and/or services to variety of economics and tech and professional jobs will be expected to make fellow chamber members. business statistics courses payment. on our economy.
Dr. Ali Dadpay
Don’t have a location for an Business After Hours? If you do not have a suitable business location or a Business After Hours is difficult to plan, why not consider a Business Boosters Luncheon? You don’t have to worry about a thing! The Chamber will plan and execute the entire event and its program. This includes selecting and booking the caterer. The event will be held in our Hudgins Room located at the Chamber of Commerce.
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Sponsorship Opportunities Please visit Henrycounty.com to view our Sponsorship Package for additional information regarding this and other sponsorship opportunities. Contact the Henry County Chamber of Commerce at (770) 957-5786 or email at lpierre@henrycounty.com if you would like to be a sponsoring host.
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SPONSOR THE
2016 STAR BREAKFAST STUDENT/TEACHER
APPRECIATION RECOGNITION The Henry County Chamber of Commerce Education Committee is proud to once again host Henry County’s STAR Breakfast at 8 a.m. on February 23, 2016 at Eagle’s Landing Country Club. During the annual event, Chamber officials will honor our county’s 2016 STAR Students and Teachers. Chamber members are invited to show support for the STAR Breakfast by sponsoring at one of the levels below.
DEADLINE FOR SPONSORSHIPS IS FEBRUARY 12.
SUPERNOVA - $500 • Recognized at the STAR Breakfast, newspaper articles and on the STAR printed program • Three of your representatives may attend the breakfast and have your picture taken with the STAR student and STAR teacher for the press release
SHINING STAR
RISING STAR
- $300 -
- $150 -
• Recognized at the STAR Breakfast and on the STAR printed program • Two of your representatives may attend the breakfast
• Recognized at the STAR Breakfast and on the STAR printed program • One representative may attend the breakfast
CONTACT THE CHAMBER AT (770) 957-5786 FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
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FINANCIAL FOCUS Retirees Need “Longevity Strategy”
include them in your from your 401(k), IRA and Volunteer? Open a small The late, great Yogi Berra plans. other investment accounts business or do some supposedly said it: “The future in such a manner that you consulting? Your choice ain’t what it used to be.” And don’t run out. You’ll also • Health care – As far of lifestyle will probably the same could be said of as health care, consider need to answer other key affect every aspect of your retirement. Due to several these questions: What will questions, such as when longevity strategy. factors, such as advances in the treatment of existing to take Social Security – as health care, today’s retirees medical conditions cost you may know, the longer are living longer, more active • Income – Your biggest over the long term? Do you threat to an enjoyable you wait, the bigger your lives than their predecessors. know what costs Medicare retirement is the possibility monthly checks, until they In fact, you could spend two, will cover? Have you of running out of money. “max out” at age 70. or even three, decades in thought of how you might This fear is apparently retirement – which means you pay for a nursing home • Housing – Once you widespread; in a survey need a “longevity strategy.” or other long-term care? retire, you may want commissioned by Allianz, This last item is especially to review your housing a life insurance company, Such a strategy needs to be important, because the situation. If you’ve already more than 60% of part of your overall retirement annual average cost for a paid off your mortgage, respondents said they were income strategy, but here are private room in a nursing and you like your house, more scared of outliving five key areas you’ll need to home is more than $90,000, you may want to stay there. their assets than they were address: according to the 2015 Cost But if you’re thinking of dying. You need to • Lifestyle – What do you of Care Survey, produced downsizing, or moving to create a retirement income plan to do during your by Genworth, a financial a more favorable climate, strategy that incorporates, retirement years? Travel the services company. A or even purchasing a among other elements, world? Stay close to home financial professional can vacation home, you need a withdrawal rate that and pursue your hobbies? suggest ways of meeting to calculate the costs and allows you to take money
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these long-term care costs. • Caregiving – It’s possible, at least early in your retirement years, that you could still be a caregiver to aging parents. If so, you might need to factor in these costs to your financial strategy. Later on, you may need some caregiving yourself, such as that provided by a home health aide. So you’ll need to consider these potential expenses. Your retirement years can be filled with activities and accomplishments. And you can get even more enjoyment from this time of life if you stick to an appropriate longevity strategy.
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