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A HENRY COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PUBLICATION
MAY 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 Business After Hours ................. 11 Business Boosters Luncheon........12 Chamber Connections/TIP Sponsorships ...........................13 Financial Focus........................ .14 Ribbon Cuttings/Golf Classic ... 15
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Y R N E H P I H S R E D LEA S N O I T A C I L P P A G N I ACCEPT S S A L C 7 1 0 2 6 1 0 2 FOR Leadership Henry, a program of the Henry County Chamber of Commerce, is now accepting applications for the upcoming class year. The program is one of more than 1,000 leadership development programs throughout the United States that works to prepare, involve and sustain leaders to address community challenges and improve the quality of life. The 10-month program is dedicated to providing participants with an understanding of our county’s history, diversity, justice system, politics, government, economy, education, human services, and healthcare. Leadership Henry class members attend an overnight retreat followed by monthly programs focusing on various aspects of the community. Participants are also involved in addressing the needs of our community through a legacy project of their choosing and a commitment to continuing to serve the community following graduation.
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.
More information about the program and how to apply is available at www.leadershiphenry.com. Deadline for applications is May 15, 2016 at 5:00pm.
#DidYouKnow The Chamber gets visitors and phone calls every day looking for specific type of businesses. Our staff only refers Chamber members when we are asked, so make sure you have cards, brochures or any other information about your business displayed in our lobby.
SAVE THE DATE!
The 16th annual Henry County Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic will be held on Monday, September 26th at Eagle’s Brooke Golf & Country Club.
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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR Leonard Moreland President and CEO at Heritage Bank 2016 Chair of Henry County Chamber of Commerce
JUNE WOOD
April Showers Bring May...
W
e all know the rest of this rhyme,
As we look to the official start of
periences. I guarantee you there is some-
but that is not all that comes
summer, the Memorial Day weekend, the
thing you will not expect to find so close
with May. Whether you are enjoying the
kids are excited about school letting out
to home. I would like to give kudos to the
beautiful spring flowers or just excited to
and we parents are trying to plan ways
CVB for making it easy for us to find all
pack away the sweatshirts and sweaters
to entertain them through the summer.
types of entertainment and activities with
for another year, springtime brings with
There are so many places to explore with-
just a few clicks of a mouse.
it so many wonderful activities. With
out ever leaving Henry County. I hope
As people from all across our coun-
daylight later into the evenings we have
that you will spend a little time this sum-
try visit Henry County, their first stop
time after work to do things around the
mer enjoying all that Henry has to offer.
even before leaving home is to visit the
house or enjoy evenings with friends and
It is easy to check out all of the attractions.
(CVB) website. They do this to plan their
family. Many of you are spending a lot
Simply go to www.visithenrycountygeor-
activities and to get the most out of their
of evenings at the ball fields watching
gia.com and see all of the opportunities.
visit.
your kids and grandkids play a variety
The Henry County Convention and Visi-
So now that spring has sprung don’t
of sports. Isn’t it great to live in a county
tors Bureau (CVB) has made it easy for
waste another beautiful afternoon at
that has so many great parks and recre-
you to find fun and exciting family activi-
home, get out and explore Henry County.
ation areas?
ties. There is even a tab for Unique Ex-
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BUSINESS PROFILE
City of Stockbridge
4640 North Henry Boulevard Stockbridge, GA 30281 Phone: (770) 389-7900 http://www. cityofstockbridge.com
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ocation, Location,
County. The city’s close
Location. Located
and expansion within the
takes immense pride in
to the city’s balance between
proximity to I-75 and I-675 community.
advocating or supporting
modern and old-fashioned.
in the northern part of
makes it easy for residents
Another element of
quality businesses within
With an ongoing
Henry County, just 20
and visitors alike to stop in
the city’s prolific growth
their community to ensure
membership, the Chamber
miles south of Atlanta
for an exceptional, small
over the years is its
the efficiency and pleasure
reveres the City of
and 12 miles east of the
town experience that
steadfast commitment to
of the city as a whole.
Stockbridge’s dedication to
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
never compromises on
economic development,
The rich history
improving Henry County
International Airport, the
innovation and excitement.
excellent public services
enveloping the area is the
making it an even better
city of Stockbridge is most
The accessibility of the
and hospitality all in a
acme of success for the city
place to live, work, and play
appropriately recognized
city has also made way
small town environment.
of Stockbridge. Members of one development at a time.
as the gateway to Henry
for tremendous growth
The city of Stockbridge
the community are drawn
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MEMORIAL DAY CHAMBER CLOSED
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 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
CLASS OF 2016: 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 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
CLASS OF 2018: Christy Chewning, Central Georgia EMC Patti Brown, SERVPRO of Henry & Spalding David Curry, Henry County Tax Commissioner Josh Duncan, Edward Jones Eugene Edwards, President Henry County NAACP Morrelle McCrary, RAM-Tech PC Solutions Greg Hammonds, Whaley Hammonds Tomasello, PC 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 Mayor Pro Tem Anthony Ford, City of Stockbridge Tommy Smith, Chairman, Henry County BOC
CHAIR APPOINTEES Laura Turner, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Lincoln Parks, Web Mobile Fusion CHAMBER STAFF David Gill, President & CEO Laura Luker, Director of Tourism Lydia Pierre, Director of Communications Gary Sparrow, Membership Director Phyllis Reeves, Office Manager
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So you have a small business, and you’re doing okay. You could do better, though, if you didn’t give a lot of discounts or freebies to family and friends. You don’t mind helping your mom, but when your mom’s friend from the neighborhood asks you to help her out, you know she doesn’t really want to pay what you normally charge. So you give her a discount, or allow her to just cover costs. The problem is, these “friends and family” discounts add up. Many small business owners don’t keep an adequate count of how much they give away when they give products/ services for door prizes, give discounts to acquaintances, or donate their services for events. Not only are they potentially losing tax deductions, they are also skewing the true cost of doing business. Every business owner should use the data from his/her financial statements to plan and make adjustments to strategy, but when the data isn’t accurate, it’s hard to
measure the impact. We advise that business owners do two things when asked for discounts, donations, and giveaways: 1) Keep accurate records of everything you discount or give away, whether it’s to a legitimate charity or to friends/family. These smaller amounts can add up, so make sure you count everything. 2) Create written policies for yourself and your employees to use when asked for discounts and giveaways. It’s easier to answer a request for a discount when you have a policy (even if it’s just for yourself) to follow. You won’t be tempted to give away too much, and you will start viewing these discounts and giveaways as business transactions rather than personal gifts. When explaining your policy to the person, remember that you are operating a business, and never apologize for doing so. Once your business is in a good financial place, you can afford to be generous.
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Piedmont Henry Hospital hosts Leadership Henry for Healthcare Day Members of the Leadership Henry class were treated to a full day of presentations, demonstrations and tours as part of Healthcare Day at Piedmont Henry Hospital in March. The class started the morning with an overview of Piedmont’s Cardiovascular Training Program and a tour of their Education Ambulance by Grant Reynolds. Class members were then treated to a cooking demonstration by Chef Beki while learning about the Thomas Chapman Cancer Wellness Center at Piedmont Henry. Dr. Sam Lorenzo, Medical Director of
Emergency Services, led a discussion on leadership and discussed the changes and renovations currently happening in the Emergency Department which is currently under renovation. The new facility will allow hospital staff to more effectively treat patients and expand current capacity. Following a terrific lunch prepared by the Piedmont food service staff, Mollie Cole visited the class to talk about Hands of Hope Clinic, Henry County’s only charitable care clinic. Since its inception in 2004, Hands of Hope has served almost 4,000 patients through over
18,500 patient visits. Kimberly Stabler led the class on a tour of the Henry Radiation Oncology Center, a community based cancer treatment center on the campus of Piedmont Henry, where they learned about some of the cutting edge treatment programs
and technology being utilized. Jennifer Wolfe also presented on the Wound Healing Center at Piedmont and how they help patients with hard to heal wounds. One of the highlights of the day was a tour of the Neonatal Intensive Care unit, led by Roxie
Plemons, where they saw firsthand where they care for their smallest patients. The class also learned about Cardiovascular Services from Wendy McCullough. Piedmont Henry CEO Charlie Scott closed the day by sharing the Piedmont story and talking about
the future of the hospital system. The Piedmont staff always does a great job hosting Leadership Henry, and this year was no exception! Thanks to all who helped arrange this very busy day of touring and learning.
CHAMBER BRIEFS Youth Leadership Henry hosts their Second Annual Youth Job Fair CONGRATULATIONS TO... Learn about the great things that are happening in our community…
The City of Stockbridge supported the Child Abuse Prevention Month (April) with the Paint Henry Blue campaign. Along with the blue pinwheels being placed in front of City Hall, the City’s water fountain was blue for the entire month of April. Luella High School senior, Shanice Pride, has been recognized as the Student of the Month(February) for Henry County Schools’ WorkBased Learning initiative. Pride has a 3.9 grade point average, is an intern at the Henry County Chamber of Commerce.
Members of the Youth Leadership Henry class, as a service project to give back to our community and demonstrate their leadership skills, put on a Job Fair open to young people in Henry County ages 16 to 24. The fair was held from 10AM to 2PM in the Commons area of Henry County High School on Monday March 14. This was a Professional Development day for Henry Schools, so students were out of school that day and could attend this weekday event. When doing the inaugural Youth Job Fair last year, Youth Leadership Henry learned that employers prefer to have these events on a weekday, and this year’s employer participation certainly showed that!
There were 50 employers present, and many “elevator speeches” and résumés delivered during the fair. Several job offers were extended, and many second interviews were scheduled. Students that are graduating were able to explore full-time jobs, many students learned about seasonal jobs, while some explored opportunities for workbased learning placements for the upcoming school year. Everyone that participated learned a lot, about opportunities in the community and about marketing themselves effectively. Keep an eye out for this event again next year, as the class members help put career aspirants together with potential employers.
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REGISTRATION CONTINUES FOR HENRY ARTS ALLIANCE ART CAMP FOR KIDS For info: www.henryartsalliance.org IT’S STRAWBERRY SEASON AT SOUTHERN BELLE FARM In addition to pre-picked and “Upick” strawberries, various weekday and weekend activities are available. On weekends Mimi’s Kitchen, Belle’s Barn, the jumping pillow, cow train, pedal cars and hayrides. On weekdays, Mimi’s Kitchen, the jumping pillow and Belle’s Barn are open. Make sure you check out the new Country Market and try the strawberry ice cream! For hours and availability call, 770-288-2582 or visit www.southernbellefarm.com. TEACHER APPRECIATION MONTH AT TANGER OUTLET CENTER MAY 1 - 31 Calling all Teachers! In appreciation of our educators, Tanger Outlets will honor our Teachers all month long! Show your school ID at Tanger Shopper Services to collect your FREE coupon book. STOCKBRIDGE FOOD TRUCK TASTY TUESDAYS EVERY TUESDAY THRU OCTOBER 25TH, 5:30PM – 9PM, CITY HALL LAWN, STOCKBRIDGE tastytuesdays@cityofstockbridge-ga. gov or www.cityofstockbridge.com ACADEMY THEATER STOCKBRIDGE PRESENTS: “NOBODY” BY ROBERT C. JONES MAY 1 - 8 www.academytheatre.org NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER MAY 5, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ HAMPTON TRAIN DEPOT PARK The National Day of Prayer is an annual observance held on the first Thursday of May, inviting people of
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all faiths to pray for the nation. It was created in 1952 by a joint resolution of the United States Congress, and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman. For details call, 770-9464306. O’REILLY AUTO PARTS FRIDAY NIGHT DRAGS & SHOW-N-SHINE MAY 6, 13, & 20, ATLANTA MOTOR SPEEDWAY www.atlantamotorspeedway.com 8TH ANNUAL RUN FOR THE BUN 5K BENEFITTING PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER OF HENRY COUNTY MAY 7, NASH FARM BATTLEFIELD www.prchc.org ART IN UNUSUAL PLACES MAY 7, 10AM – 2PM HAMPTON DEPOT www.henryartsalliance.org FOAM GLOW 5K MAY 7, ATLANTA MOTOR SPEEDWAY Foam Glow 5K™ is a fun-filled experience exposing runners to glowing foam and a ton of black lights all over the course. Glowing runners come from all different ages, shapes, sizes and speeds. Whether you are a longterm runner or a walk-around-thepark stroller, the three miles of the Foam Glow 5K™ course will have you shining bright and waiting for the next run. For more information, visit http://www.foamglow.com/locationatlanta-ga/. INEX OFFSEASON RACE MAY 14, ATLANTA MOTOR SPEEDWAY Visit www.atlantamotorspeedway. com or call 770-946-4211. JAILHOUSE 5K & BLOCK PARTY MAY 14, 6PM, DOWNTOWN HAMPTON All proceeds go to benefit Breast
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STREETFEST 2K16 MAY 22, ATLANTA MOTOR SPEEDWAY Gates open at 10am, Show & Shine noon – 4pm, racing at 4pm. Admission is $25, 10 & under free. www.atlantmotorspeedway.com 10TH ANNUAL PEACH STAND ROAD RACE 5K & 1 MILE FUN RUN MAY 28, 3192 HWY. 42 S, LOCUST GROVE Come run with 100 - 200+ runners for the 10th Annual 5K and 1 mile fun run beginning and ending at the Gardner Farms Peach/Produce Stand on Highway 42 at the north side of Jackson Street. For more info, call 770-692-2320.
There are lots of options for banking. But did you know that investing in a community bank means investing in the community where you live and work? When you choose Heritage Bank, the only community bank covering the tri-county area, you’re keeping your money local. So it can help your neighbors down the block or that new business opening around the corner. And when you visit Heritage Bank, you’ll always get great rates, friendly service, and the customized solutions for your business or personal needs from people who also live right here in the community. To see more about how we serve our neighbors, watch our video at heritagebank.com.
LADIES BRUNCH & FASHION SHOW MAY 28, 11AM, HAMPTON TRAIN DEPOT www.hamptonga.gov MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE MAY 30, 7PM, HAMPTON TRAIN DEPOT www.hamptonga.gov MEMORIAL MARCH STOCKBRIDGE MAY 30, 9AM (REGISTRATION/CHECK-IN BEGINS AT 7:30AM), 111 DAVIS ROAD, STOCKBRIDGE To register, go to: www.cityofstockbridge.com or email memorialmarch@cityofstockbridge-ga.gov. Registration deadline is May 6.
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MARCH BUSINESS AFTER HOURS RECAP
THURSDAY, MAY 26, 2016 • 5:30 – 7:00 P.M.
HOME REC GAMEROOM & LEISURE 429 MCDONOUGH PARKWAY MCDONOUGH, GA 30253 404-800-7975 Home Rec Gameroom & Leisure offers quality products for homeowners and businesses in Metro Atlanta including Covington GA, Locust Grove GA, McDonough GA, Stockbridge GA and surrounding areas. Whether you are looking for pool tables, arcade machines or hot tubs, they have a large selection of merchandise from the best brands in the industry.
Choose from a wide variety of classic arcades, sports arcades, skeeball, driving games, shooting games and jukeboxes. In addition, they have a great selection of pinball machines, including new and used pinball machines to fit your needs and your budget. They also carry a large inventory of furniture and products for the home and backyard, including game
tables, home bars, and pub tables, bar stools, theater seats, chairs, and lighting. Take this opportunity to come to Business After Hours and learn more about Home Rec’s products and services while you mingle with colleagues and enjoy hors d’hoeuvres, beer, and wine. Business After Hours are free networking events for members and their invited (adult) guests.
Business After Hours is a monthly networking event designed to bring 40-50 business professionals together to meet and build relationships in an informal setting. Each event is hosted by a different Chamber member and is a great way to meet new people and see the diverse business community in Henry County.
TO HOST A BUSINESS AFTER HOURS, PLEASE CONTACT THE CHAMBER AT:
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The March Chamber Business After Hours hosted a good crowd — despite the dreary weather and other events that evening!! Members and non-members alike traded business cards and mingled throughout the evening at the March Chamber After Hours event on March 24, 2016. Professionals from around the community attended the event that was hosted by Signarama McDonough on
Dailey Mill Road and enjoyed the delicious light catering samples from Planet Frojo’s newly launched Catering Menu. Guests also enjoyed a door prize drawing. Unfortunately, no one who was called was present to win the Jackpot drawing. You can see a brief video from this event by visiting the Chamber’s YouTube page. Thank you to everyone who attended – your engagement in our effort makes a difference in so many ways!
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TOPIC: BENEFITS OF NETWORKING MAY 21, 2016 • 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Networking is the art of forming and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with others who are linked to your career, sector, market, region or specific interest. Successful networking can help you to raise your profile, meet new customers, develop your knowledge or skills, explore new ideas, find investment, establish
partnerships, build a presence in other markets and source new suppliers. Given sufficient time and energy, your networks could become one of your business’ most valuable assets. Often confused with selling, networking is actually about building long-term relationships and a good reputation over time. It involves meeting and getting to know people who you can assist, and who can potentially help you in return. If you think your networking efforts could use improvement, then you do not want to miss the May 19 Business Boosters Luncheon. In this luncheon learn why it is important to be able to network and create contacts that may become potential customers (or employers) in the future. Then we’ll practice these techniques on each other. You’re sure to leave this program more informed about networking effectively.
The discounted cost for this catered lunch for those who register and pay online is $12 for Chamber members and $20 for non-members. An additional charge of $3.00 will be applied for those who pay at the door. Reservations are required by May 17 for planning purposes and can be made online at www.henrycounty. com under “Events” - select the BBL event on May 19. To cover catering costs, no-shows will be expected to make payment. Lunch will be catered by
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BOOSTERS LUNCHEON RECAP The Henry County Chamber of Commerce hosted its monthly Business Boosters Luncheon at the Chambers Hudgins Room on Thursday March 17, 2016. This event was a great opportunity to showcase what One Henry is looking to accomplish within the community as well as to stress the importance of working cohesively as a community. Henry County sits in close proximity to some of the key infrastructure components necessary for a thriving economy. With this in mind, Henry County is poised to become a leader in Metro Atlanta in the coming years as it pertains to being a hub for economic growth. Recognizing this, a diversified group of residents and business community members in the county have banded together to assist Henry County in promoting a unified effort from within with a coordinated effort to position the county as a key piece to the economic viability of the region. The group’s efforts are now known as One Henry: People, Partnerships, and Economic Prosperity. Community and business leaders packed the room at today’s Henry County Chamber of Commerce BBL all to hear about One Henry and how they
can get plugged in. Those in attendance learned more about the history and structure of One Henry and how they could join forces to ultimately make a difference for the future of Henry County’s economy. The event resulted in many positive conversations and great dialogue about the great things happening in Henry County. “We were pleased to be able to present our vision for One Henry and the positive impact it is set to have on the county for years to come. It is our hope that those in attendance at the Business Boosters Luncheon and anyone else in Henry County who has a passion for helping our county grow to great heights together will join our efforts and find one of our five subcommittees to their interest” --- J.D. Hardin, Communications & Community Relations Coordinator for Henry County Schools and Co-Chair of the One Henry Image &
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Communications Subcommittee More information on One Henry and how you can get plugged in can be found at www. onehenry.info. Missed it? The video is available on the Henry County Chamber of Commerce YouTube Channel. Also, special thank you to those who donated door prizes for this event: -Law Office of Debbie Britt -Nail Heating & Air -Heritage Bank -United Community Bank -Minute Man Press -PCG Screening Services -Classic Landscapes -Active Pest Control -Gordon College -Zoom 105.9 Catering was provided by 15th Street Pizza and Pub 2130 Jodeco Road McDonough, GA 30253 (770) 507-1478 Fax: (770) 507-1275 www.15thstreetpizza.com
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CHAMBER CONNECTIONS March 30, 2016
Chamber Connections is a fun and informal group of the chamber’s ambassadors and volunteers. The group meets once a month from 9:30 - 11:30am at various business locations. Ambassadors serve as a liaison between the Chamber and its members, and continually strive to improve the level of personal customer service Chamber members receive. Ambassadors assist members in fully recognizing the benefits of membership. Ambassadors further assist the Chamber in gaining a better understanding of members’ business needs and in developing services to meet those needs.
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Help the Chamber Welcome New Teachers to Henry County The Henry County Chamber of Commerce is proud to support Henry County Schools in its pursuit of educational excellence by sponsoring the 2016 Teacher Induction Program (TIP) luncheon on July 21, 2016. The luncheon is part of a week-long orientation of new teachers to the Henry County School System. The Chamber sponsors this event to welcome the teachers to Henry County, but we need your help to make it a success. You can help by sponsoring the luncheon or donating promotional items. Approximately 400 new teachers will soon be arriving to join the largest employer in Henry County. They not only will provide educational opportunities for our children, but will also have a significant impact on our local economy. We are asking Chamber members to help fund the TIP luncheon and provide items representing their businesses for teacher gift bags. A donation of 400 items will be needed for the gift bags. Below is TIP sponsorship information. All items for the gift bags must be received by 4:00 pm on Thursday, July 14, 2016. Read more for a list of preferred items and instructions for registration. Printed advertisements such as promotional flyers, brochures, etc. will not be accepted unless it contains a coupon for FREE items not requiring additional purchases.
Preferred Items for Teacher Gift Bags Below is a list of preferred items, developed by teachers, for the TIP gift bags. *These are items often needed in the classroom each year. When you donate 400 items for new teachers, not only do you advertise your business, but you reduce the out-of-pocket costs for teachers to stock their classrooms. We hope you find value in helping Henry County’s newest teachers start off on the right foot! • Flash Drives • Tri-colored highlighters • Tape Measure • Mirror • Small calculator • Staple Remover • Paper clips & holder • Note pads • Wooden rulers • Small first aid kit • Set of assorted color gel pens • Paperweight • Ball point pens • Pencils • Dry erase markers with eraser • Water bottles • Key chain flash lights • Mini stapler • Magnetic memo holder clip • Magnifier ruler • Memo holder Items must be received by 4:00 pm on Thursday, July 14, 2016! *Printed advertisements such as promotional flyers, brochures, etc. will not be accepted unless it contains a coupon for FREE items not requiring additional purchases.
2016 TIP Luncheon Sponsorship Opportunities Platinum - $500 • Includes business name / logo on the TIP gift bags (limited number of sponsors – bag sponsor deadline is Wednesday, June 1, 2016. Please contact us for availability. • Monetary contribution towards the event • Four of your representatives may attend the luncheon to help serve, hand out gift bags, and meet the teachers • Media coverage – Chamber newsletter and communications
Gold - $250 • Monetary contribution towards the event • Three of your representatives may attend the luncheon to help serve, hand out gift bags, and meet the teachers • Media coverage – Chamber newsletter and communications
Silver - $150 • Monetary contribution towards the event • Two of your representatives may attend the luncheon to help serve, hand out gift bags, and meet the teachers • Media coverage – Chamber newsletter and communications
Bronze - $100 • Monetary contribution towards the event • One representative may attend the luncheon to help serve, hand out gift bags, and meet the teachers • Media coverage – Chamber newsletter and communications
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FINANCIAL FOCUS What Can Golf Teach You About Retirement Planning? If you’re a golfer, you know the joys (and occasional frustrations) of the game. But you might not realize that some of the lessons you learn on the links can carry over to other areas of your life – such as retirement planning. So whether you’re already retired or are planning to retire in the next few years, consider the following suggestions: • Try to overcome the “yips.” When you miss those short puts – the ones you know you should be making – you might be in the grip of your old friend, the “yips.” As you know, it’s not always easy to shake this problem, but many golfers have benefited by working to improve their
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RIBBON CUTTINGS April 13, 2016 METAMORPHASIS POWERHOUSE CO. Contact: Josette Hutton Evans 1991 Oakwood Drive Stockbridge, GA 30281 (770) 389-7900 www.evolve-strive-reach.org
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The 16th annual Henry County Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic will be held on Monday, September 26th at Eagle’s Brooke Golf & Country Club. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to promote your business at the Chamber’s annual golfing event. The Golf Classic will kick off with a shotgun start at 10:00 AM. There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place teams and the Putting Green Contest, as well as Hole-in-One and Long Drive contests. There will also be some nice gifts for all the golfers that participate. Lunch will be provided during the event, and there will be food and drinks available during the awards presentation in the restaurant following the event, along with some great raffle prizes. There are many sponsorship opportunities available. Sponsorship gives your company recognition at this prestigious event and the opportunity to be an exhibitor on the course and send selected staff members, key clients or customers to participate in The Golf Classic. No matter what your budget is we have a sponsorship package for your business. AVAILABLE SPONSORSHIPS ARE AT THE FOLLOWING LEVELS: • Presenting Sponsor $7500 (Exclusive) • Flag Sponsor $4,000 (Exclusive) • Tee Box $4,000 (Exclusive) • Gold $2,500
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• Silver $1,500 • Team Only $800 (Limited availability after sponsorships) • Tent Exhibitor $500 (Limited availability after sponsorships) • Hole Sign Sponsor $150
It will be a great day of golf, networking and all around fun. If you are interested in participating at any level in this year’s event contact Gary Sparrow at gsparrow@henrycounty.com or (770) 957-5786.
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