Business Link September 2021

S E P T E M B E R 2021

contents Chairman’s Column page 2 Job Fair & Career Expo page 3 Meetings & Events page 7 Member News page 10 Small Business of the Month page 11 Downtown Gainesville page 12 Ribbon Cuttings pages 14 New Members page 15

Thursday, September 9 Job Fair & Career Expo Gainesville Civic Center

Tuesday, September 14 Business After Hours

Sponsored by Hasty Pope Davies Chattahoochee Country Club

Tuesday, September 21 Chamber Chase 5K Lanier Islands

Economic & Political

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Tuesday, September 14

IN PERSON (limited) AND via Zoom 8:00-9:30 a.m. | Lanier Technical College Be sure to register for this event featuring panel discussion with local business and political leaders on the current economic and political climate and the effects on business and our community.

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The Greater Hall Chamber's 14th Annual Chamber Chase 5K & 2 Mile Wellness Walk returns this fall to the stunning shores of Lake Lanier. Join us on September 21 (6-8pm) at Lanier Islands for fun and fitness as 5K runners and spirit-filled walkers enjoy this lakeside race. Sign up online as a team or an individual at RunSignUp.com/ChamberChase.

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VOLUME 27 ISSUE 3

Small business is crucial to our local economy

Phil Sutton Kubota Manufacturing of America, Chairman, Greater Hall Chamber

Small business is the backbone of our community.

As the foundation for our economic wellbeing, local businesses employ locally and provide critical goods, services and tax dollars that directly contribute to the health of our community. In addition, our small businesses contribute to our economy by bringing growth, innovation and character.

Small businesses are the lifeblood that keeps the American economy functioning. According to a report issued by the Small Business Administration (SBA) in 2019, small businesses account for 44% of economic activity in the United States. Small businesses create two-thirds of new jobs and deliver 43.5% of the United States' gross domestic product (GDP).

6 Ways Small Businesses Benefit the Community • Create job opportunities • Get more money circulating in the local economy • Keep taxes close to home • Build community identity • Encourage entrepreneurial spirit • Promote community involvement I can’t emphasize enough how crucial our small businesses are to economic health of our community – and now

more than ever before. When citizens buy from a small business, their money goes to pay for a local employee, who goes on to spend money locally. Studies show that if you spend $100 at a local business, roughly $68 stays within your local economy. It’s a chain reaction that serves the entire community.

When progressive communities – like Downtown Flowery Branch and the Historic Gainesville Square – are filled with unique coffee shops, lofts and apartments, locally owned restaurants, art galleries, microbreweries, concert venues, design shops and quirky boutiques – together with a large number of strong, non-retail players like architects, real estate agencies, nonprofits and attorneys – that downtown is often the heart and soul of a vibrant community.

A strong small business presence is what gives a community its character. It creates that sense of “place” that attracts tourists, young people and empty nesters, a talented workforce, and more businesses and investors who drive further growth. This is what we are currently seeing throughout Hall County, specifically in the historic communities of Downtown Flowery Branch and Downtown Gainesville.

Progress and growth can bring growing pains. The Chamber staff recently visited with a dozen or so small businesses around the Gainesville Square who are being affected by construction and a loss of foot traffic. See what these folks had to say on page 12. Our small businesses are BIG contributors in so many ways. Let's continue to support them, and buy local.

McKemie West, Editor • Email: kwest@ghcc.com 230 E.E. Butler Pkwy • Gainesville GA 30501 • 770-532-6206 • GreaterHallChamber.com Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

2021-2022 Executive Committee Chairman Vice Chair, Government Phil Sutton, Kubota Affairs Manufacturing of America Drew Echols Jaemor Farms Chairman-Elect William Bagwell Vice Chairs, Education Homestead Investments Andi Farmer Milton Martin Honda Treasurer Lauren Armour Talley Perry Barnett, Rushton Lanier Technical College Vice Chair, Economic Development Glennis Barnes Georgia Power Vice Chair, Marketing Missy Burgess Lanier Islands

Vice Chair, South Hall Council Mike Zeiler, Bitzer US Vice Chair, Community Development Margaret Spratlin Longstreet Clinic

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Co-Chairs, HALLmark Phil Bonelli Regions Bank Brett Fowler Turner, Wood & Smith Philip Wilheit, Jr. Wilheit Packaging

Senior Advisor Carol Burrell Northeast Georgia Health System Immediate Past Chair Brian Rochester Rochester & Associates Greater Hall Chamber President & CEO Kit Dunlap

Chair, Vision 2030 Tate O’Rouke Jackson EMC Exec Director, Vision 2030 Elizabeth Higgins

2021-2022 Board of Directors Christa Andrews, Corporate Storage Norman Baggs, The Times Neal Booth, Pinnacle Bank Haley Bower, Clipper Petroleum Chris Braswell, The Norton Agency Chris Brown, Delta Community Credit Union Whitney Brown, Stewart, Melvin & Frost Dan Carey, BB&T/TRUIST Paul Chambers, AT&T Mitch Clarke, AccessWDUN Sean Couch, Northeast Georgia Health System Shanna Cronic, Northeast Georgia Diagnostic Clinic Ashley Davis, Lawson Air Conditioning & Plumbing Stacey Dickson, Lake Lanier CVB Beth Downs, Northeast Georgia Health System Danny Dunagan, Mayor, City of Gainesville Josh Everett, New Leaf Landscape Services Jim Grier, Mayor, City of Lula Emily Hayes, Milton Martin Toyota Richard Higgins, Chair, Hall County Commission Sam Hulsey, United Community Bank Rick Humphrey, Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta Brooke Kalinauskas, Conditioned Air Systems Jay Kelly, Signs by Tomorrow Jay Kilroy, Willis Investment Counsel Michael Lancaster, Edward Jones Investments David Lee, Jackson EMC Dr. Kate Maine, University of North Georgia Ward McCamy, Bank of America Tim McDonald, Lanier Technical College Ashton Meeks, Starke Family Office

Terry Merck, American Yazaki Corporation Mike Miller, Mayor, City of Flowery Branch Sheri Millwood, Oakwood City Council Dr. Kirsty Montgomery, Lakeview Academy Chris Nish, Cottrell James Nix, Mayor, City of Clermont Bill Orr, Mayor, Town of Braselton Dr. Jeff Payne, North Georgia Eye Clinic Todd Pennington, McGarity’s Business Products Michele Piucci, Peach State Bank & Trust Col. Stas Preczewski, Riverside Military Academy Chris Purvis, First Citizens Bank Brad Puryear, Mansfield Energy Scott Rizzo, Recro Pharma Vanesa Sarazua, Hispanic Alliance Georgia Will Schofield, Hall County School System Mulham Shbeib, Mar-Jac Poultry John Simpson, Lakeview Academy Dr. Anne Skleder, Brenau University Jackie Walters Slaughter, Walters Management Co Terry Spicer, King’s Hawaiian Bakery Ahna Still, Halski Systems Kevin Strada, The Atlanta Falcons John Turner, Northeast Georgia Health System Roy Turpin, Mayor, City of Gillsville Philip Wilheit, Sr., Wilheit Packaging Dr. Jeremy Williams, Gainesville City Schools Robert Woody, Liberty Darryl Workman, South State Bank John Wright, Fieldale Farms Nancy Jo Zimmer, JP Morgan Chase Bank

Greater Hall Chamber Staff Executive Kit Dunlap, President & CEO Gerri Collins, Executive Assistant

Register for the SBA Virtual Summit on September 13-15 during National Small Business Week with presentations designed to help entrepreneurs recover and come back stronger than ever before. sba.gov

Vice Chairs, Membership Tammy Caudell, Carroll Daniel Construction Casey Ryals, Hall County Farm Bureau Insurance

Economic Development Tim Evans, Vice President Nikki Chandler, Vice President Existing Industry Finance & Administration Mark VanTassel, Vice President Membership Development Mandy Lathem, Vice President, Events Christen Wilbanks, Vice President, Sales Kara Tate, Vice President, Sales & Programs Education & Leadership Andi Tippens, Vice President

Government Affairs Kit Dunlap, President & CEO South Hall Council Kara Tate, Vice President, Sales & Programs Community Development Robin Halstead, Vice President VISION 2030 Elizabeth Higgins, Executive Director Marketing & Communications Kemie West, Business Link Editor/Consultant Greater Hall Chamber Welcome Center Robin Halstead, Manager

The mission of the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce is to improve the overall business climate for member growth, promote community development, facilitate political action, and enhance the quality of life.

South Hall Business Coalition

(L-R) Brian Cantel, Cantel Wealth Management; Chamber South Hall Chair Mike Zeiler, Bitzer US; Kit Dunlap, Greater Hall Chamber;Will Schofield, Superintendent, Hall County School System; Dr. Richard Oates, University of North Georgia, at the August South Hall Business Coalition meeting featuring an overview of Hall County Schools

by Superintendent Will Schofield. The South Hall Business Coalition meets on issues important to the South Hall community and is sponsored by AccessWDUN, Halski Systems, Milton Martin Honda, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton, Signs by Tomorrow, South Hall Rotary and Store More Self Storage.

Join the South Hall Business Coalition on Thursday, September 30 (9-10am) at University of North Georgia Gainesville for a light breakfast and news on exciting new renovations by Dr. Richard Oates, VP, Gainesville Campus. Space limited. Reservations required. $5 Chamber Members; $15 Non-Members. Questions? Kara Tate, 770-5326206 x 103. Email: ktate@ghcc.com. Register online: GHCC.com/EVENTS

Job Fair & Career Expo Thursday, September 9th

– Face Masks Required –

10:00 am - 2:00 pm | Gainesville Civic Center Job Seekers

economic development

• Find a Job • Open to the Public • No Admission Fee • Meet Hiring Managers • 70+ Employers Onsite • Convenient Event Location • Free Shuttle Service

Looking for a job? The Job Fair & Career Expo on September 9th is the perfect place to meet hiring managers. A partnership program of the Greater Hall Chamber, Lanier Technical College, Georgia Department of Labor and the Gainesville Area Employer Committee.

Visit the Chamber's JOBS page to see who's hiring: GHCC.com/JOBS

Employers looking to hire at Job Fair

Northeast Georgia Inland Port The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) is moving forward with construction on the Northeast Georgia Inland Port in the first half of 2022, and GPA expects the facility will be operational by 2024. The inland port will add a new 324-mile direct rail service to connect the port of Savannah to the 110-acre Inland Port Terminal site at the Gateway Industrial Centre on Hwy 365 north of Gainesville. The facility will feature six railroad tracks with a combined length of about 18,000 feet connecting to the Norfolk Southern Crescent Corridor. Existing industries in the area will have a direct freight rail link to the Port of Savannah with one train capable of replacing 200 trucks for the long haul between Gainesville and Savannah. “For our existing industries, the Inland Port Terminal will be a welcome addition to our logistics infrastructure," said Tim Evans, Chamber Vice President of Economic Development. "There are tremendous economies of scale that can be achieved by using rail for long-haul freight, and there will be opportunities for local trucking firms providing the “last-mile” logistics support to and from the Inland Port Terminal.”

Over 700 job seekers are expected to attend the Job Fair on September 9 (10am-2pm) at the Gainesville Civic Center. Employers are looking to hire! Call 770-532-6206 for details. The event is presented by Express Employment Professionals. Face masks required.

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HealthSmart Wellness Expo

community development Chamber Chase 5K is September 21 Runners and walkers stretch and prepare for a past Chamber Chase 5K. The 2021 Chamber Chase 5K & 2 Mile Wellness Walk is September 21 at Lanier Islands. Sign up today!

Deborah Mack, Chamber Volunteer The Greater Hall Chamber and VISION 2030's 14th Annual HealthSmart Wellness Expo is Wednesday, October 6, 7:30 am to 1:30 pm at Lanier Technical College, Ramsey Conference Center. Presented by CIGNA, the expo is FREE, OPEN TO THE PUBLIC and promotes community wellness.

There's plenty of time to register and encourage employee fitness by participating in the Chamber Chase 5K & 2 Mile Wellness Walk on September 21 at Lanier Islands.

Join the fun and compete for the Fastest Team, Fastest CEO or unite in a spirited 2 mile walk.

Held at beautiful Lanier Islands, the race features chip timing, commemorative t-shirts, refreshments and age group awards. Spectators and participants are invited to enjoy the beautiful lake-side venue during and after the race. The 5K Race begins at 6:00 p.m., followed by the 2 Mile Wellness Walk.

Registration: $30; $35 after September 7th.

Drop by the Chamber (230 E.E. Butler Parkway in Gainesville), and sign up now!

Register: RunSignUp.com/ChamberChase Questions? Mandy Lathem, 770-532-6206 x 115.

As part of the VISION 2030 HealthSmart Community Challenge, 2021 Most Fit Company Awards will be presented at the HealthSmart Breakfast on Wednesday, October 6 (7:30 am) at Lanier Technical College, Ramsey Conference Center. The awards program, sponsored

by Alliant Health Plans, recognizes wellness, nutrition and fitness opportunities that outstanding companies provided for employees. Call 770-532-6206 for HealthSmart info.

14th Annual Chamber Chase 5K & 2 Mile Wellness Walk

Tuesday, September 21 6:00 pm | Lanier Islands Fee increase after 9/7/21 Register: RunSignUp.com/ChamberChase

The Rushton Team at last year's race (L-R) Logan Brock with Kathryn, Tracy, Merrie and Perry Barnett. Rushton is a Chamber Chase 5K Bronze Sponsor again this year. Get a company team together, and take them on!

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NOTE: With the number of COVID-19 cases on the rise, the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce is monitoring safety mandates and regulations. Check the Chamber calendar (GHCC.com/events) regularly for the status of events, and keep an eye on your inbox for updates and information.

Thank You Chamber Event Sponsors!

AccessWDUN Alliant Health Plans Ammeraal Beltech Brasfield & Gorrie Caldwell Electrical Contractors BGW Dental Group Care Source CIGNA Coca-Cola Bottling Co. UNITED Cochran Brothers Electric Delta Community Credit Union Eskimo Cold Storage Express Employment Professionals Fox Factory Gainesville Mechanical

Halski Systems Hasty Pope Davies Heart Center of NGMC King's Hawaiian Lanier Color Company Lanier Federal Credit Union Lanier Islands Lanier Technical College Mansfield Margaritaville at Lanier Islands Mars Wrigley McDonald's NEGA Milton Martin Honda Milton Martin Toyota NEGA Diagnostic Clinic

NEGA Physicians Group ngajobs.com/The Times NGMC Braselton ProCare Rx RECRO Rushton Sawyer Media Group Signs by Tomorrow South Hall Rotary Spherion Staffing Store More Self Storage The Times Wayne Farms YMCA ZF

Workforce Development Construction Career Apprenticeships

Carroll Daniel Construction recently held an Apprenticeship Signing Day ceremony at their office in Gainesville. (L-R) Marlon Zavala, Seth White, Dylan Ward, Ben Still, Josias Radilla, Jean Francisco.

Apprentices are selected from a competitive group of individuals and will be taking the next step towards a career in construction. The program immerses students into all company departments and processes of the preconstruction and construction phases. carrolldaniel.com

7th Grade Career Path Fairs

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Plans for Career Path Fairs for local middle school students are underway. Over 500 students, 7th graders from eight area middle schools, will participated in the events coordinated by the Chamber and VISION 2030 on Thursday, March 10, 2022 at Lanier Technical College and Thursday, March 17, 2022 at the University of North Georgia Gainesville Campus. The collaborative initiative will partner 50 area employers with local middle school students to help them become aware of career opportunities and pathways and help guide these students with their plan of study in high school. To learn more or get involved, contact Nikki Chandler, Chamber VP Existing Industry, 770-532-6206. Email: nchandler@ghcc.com

Workforce Development Task Force

The mission of the Greater Hall Workforce Development Task Force is to build a sustainable workforce for Gainesville-Hall County that possesses the skills needed by employers today and in the future. The Task Force collaborates with area employers, educators and business leaders to create new initiatives, market existing programs, remove barriers and influence perceptions. Work-Based Learning or Youth Apprenticeship Info: Nikki Chandler, 770-532-6206. nchandler@ghcc.com

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economic development Syfan Logistics Celebrates ‘10-Year Rebirth’

Industry of the Year Awards Wednesday, November 17 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Lanier Technical College | Ramsey Conference Center

This year marks Syfan Logistics’ 10th year back in business – a very special milestone that the Gainesville-based company is calling its 10-Year Rebirth. Prior to starting Syfan Logistics in 2011, the Syfan family – Jim and Gloria Syfan and their sons Greg and Steve – had an even longer run with their former business, Turbo Logistics. They started Turbo in May 1984, then sold it in 2006. A few years later, the Syfans missed their team and customers so much that they returned to the logistics and trucking industry with the “rebirth” of a new company, Syfan Logistics.

“Back in 1994, our first 10-year company anniversary was very special,” said Syfan Logistics President Greg Syfan. “Now it’s the second time around, and this 10-year milestone just feels twice as special.”

Greater Hall Chamber Industry of the Year Awards recognize economic impact, corporate responsibility and workforce excellence. The 2021 Industry Appreciation Luncheon features Senator Butch Miller as guest speaker and presentation of the 13th Annual Industry of the Year Awards. Industry of the Year Awards are presented in small, medium and large employer categories. Nominations are open to existing industries in the Greater Hall County area.

Senator Butch Miller

Georgia Senate District 49 Presented by

Over the last 10 years, Syfan Logistics has consistently been named one of America’s top third-party logistics companies by national trade magazine Inbound Logistics. In 2020, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution named Syfan Logistics to its Top Workplaces list, and Inc. Magazine has recognized the company as one of the Top 300 Best Workplaces in the U.S.

2020 Industry of the Year Awards Ranger Manufacturing (Small Employer) Wilheit Packaging (Medium Employer) Hydro (Large Employer) Murray Plastics (Workforce Development) Conditioned Air Systems (Corporate Responsibility) Glo-Crest Diary / Mountain Fresh Creamery (Environmental) ALBAform (Safety Performance)

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Chamber Chase 5K & 2 Mile Wellness Walk NAID (National Association for Information Destruction) Prism (Professional Records & Information Services Management) A Division of Total Information Protection Group

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Tuesday, September 21 6pm | Lanier Islands

Register: RunSignUp.com/ChamberChase

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Business After Hours on September 14 Join the Hasty Pope Davies team at beautiful Chattahoochee Country Club for delicious food, beverage and GREAT NETWORKING! Hasty Pope Davies trial lawyers focus on wrongful death and catastrophic injury cases, including serious auto and truck collisions and workers’ compensation cases. With offices in Gainesville and Canton, the firm’s lawyers are Gainesville residents Jon Pope and Dustin Davies.

Jon was named to Atlanta Magazine’s List of Top 100 Lawyers in Georgia for seven years and Dustin has been named to the magazine’s list of Rising Starts for eight years.

Hasty Pope Davies has been helping the citizens of Hall County and North Georgia since 1953. hastypope.com

calendar

September Wednesday, September 8

Human Resource Council 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m

Thursday, September 9

October Wednesday, October 6

HealthSmart Wellness Expo

7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Breakfast 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Wellness Expo Lanier Technical College Ramsey Conference Center Friday, October 8

Job Fair & Career Expo

Network Over Coffee

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Gainesville Civic Center

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Chick-fil-A | Jesse Jewell Pkwy Gainesville

Friday, September 10

Economic Development Council

Tuesday, October 12

Friday, September 10

"Be Extraordinary" Presented by Mike Hill, Trenton Consulting 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Network Over Coffee

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Inman Perk Coffee | Downtown Gainesville

Small Business Seminar

Friday, October 15

New Member Breakfast & Orientation 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Elachee Nature Science Center

Tuesday, September 14

Small Business Seminar

"Economic & Political Forecast" 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. - In Person & via Zoom Lanier Technical College

Tuesday, October 19

South Hall Business Coalition

Tuesday, September 14

"24th Annual Motul Petit Le Mans Update" 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta

Economic & Political Forecast

3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Scott's Downtown | Gainesville

Friday, October 22

The Small Business Economic & Political Forecast is September 14 (8:00-9:30am) at Lanier Technical College. Offered both IN PERSON (limited) and via ZOOM. Hear from business and political leaders on the current economic and political climate . Panelists include Ron Bracewell, CPA, Partner, BatesCarter; Carol Burrell, President & CEO, Northeast Georgia Health System; Butch Miller, Georgia State Senator, 49th District; Frank Norton, Jr., CEO & Chairman, The Norton Agency. The forecast is hosted by Lanier Technical College. No Charge for Chamber Members, $15 Non Members. Breakfast sponsored by McDonald's. Seating is limited. In person and Zoom advance registration required. Register online at GHCC.com/EVENTS.

Tuesday, September 14

Business After Hours Hasty Pope Davies Law Firm

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Sam's Club | Oakwood

(L-R) Attorneys Tom Pope, Dustin Davies and Jon Pope.

Ambassadors Council

Most Fit Company Awards Plans are underway for the return of the Chamber's HealthSmart Wellness Expo set for Wednesday, October 6 (7:30 am – 1:30 pm) at Lanier Technical College, Ramsey Conference Center. 60+ wellness exhibitors will be on hand presenting services and resources. Most Fit Company Awards will be presented to outstanding employers that provide wellness, nutrition and fitness opportunities provided for employees. Awards are presented at the HealthSmart Kickoff Breakfast on Wednesday, October 6th (7:30 am) at Lanier Technical College, Ramsey Conference Center. Nominate your company TODAY! The entry deadline is Friday, September 10. To nominate your organization for an award, go to SurveyMonkey.com /r/MostFitCompany or contact Robin Halstead at 770-532-6206. Email: rhalstead@ghcc.com.

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Chattahoochee Country Club | Gainesville Thursday, September 16

Network Over Coffee

Thursday, October 28

Business After Hours Smith Hulsey Law and Skyline Contracting (co-hosts)

12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

756 Green Street | Gainesville

Tuesday, September 21

Thursday, October 28

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Lanier Islands

12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Chattahoochee Country Club

Chamber Executive Committee

Chamber Board of Directors

Chamber Chase 5K & 2 Mile Wellness Walk Thursday, September 23

Chamber Board of Directors

12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Eagle Ranch | Chestnut Mountain Friday, September 24

Network Over Coffee

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Whole Being Café | Flowery Branch

The Greater Hall Chamber is monitoring COVID-19 safety mandates and regulations.

Check the online calendar regularly for the status of events and programs.

Up-to-date INFO:

GHCC.com/events

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member news Lake Lanier Olympic Park

The 25th Anniversary Celebration of Centennial Olympic Games at Lake Lanier Olympic Park was a success with the Porch to Torch 5K Run/Walk followed by a lakeside evening of fun. Food Truck Friday at the park is September 10 (5-9pm) with beer trucks, retail vendors, live music and more.

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Barry’s Menswear & Tuxedo

Barry's Menswear has been a privately-owned family company for four generations.

Founder Abe Zeeman immigrated from Russia in 1884 at 17 years of age, and in 1898 he started a wholesale men’s clothing business. As sales grew under his son Harold Jr.’s direction, the company found itself in need of added capacity, so in 1964 operations were moved to a new facility in Gainesville. Harold Zeeman Sr., at that time, decided to change the company name to Barry Manufacturing, hoping his grandson, Barry Zeeman, then 2 years old, would continue in the business. Barry now serves as President of the company that maintains the same old world tailoring and quality techniques handed down from father to son since 1898! 125 John W, Morrow Jr Pkwy in Gainesville. barrysmenswear.com

Mark VanTassel joins Chamber staff

The Greater Hall Chamber welcomes Mark VanTassel as Vice President of Finance and Administration. A longtime Gainesville resident, Mark brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in accounting and business management. Most recently, Mark devoted 24 years to Community Newspapers Inc. (CNI) – the parent company to a collection of local newspapers across the Southeast. He started with CNI as an accountant and worked his way up to regional business manager, a title he held for 15 years.

He was responsible for the day-to-day operations of eight newspapers across the region, a printing press facility and numerous Mark VanTassel Chamber VP Finance & magazine publications. Mark was raised in Florida and has an Administration accounting degree from the University of Central Florida. After passing the CPA exam, he relocated to Northeast Georgia and became involved in the community serving as a member of the Rotary Club of Habersham County and on the Board of Habersham County United Way. Mark has two children – Lillian (19), a freelance sports photographer, and Brady (17), a senior at Gainesville High School. He is a member of Lakewood Baptist Church and enjoys traveling, wildlife and sports photography.

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• Carroll Daniel Construction announces Doug Tabeling as General Counsel. Tabeling joins the company's leadership team and will oversee the legal, compliance and risk management departments. He was most recently a partner at Smith, Currie & Hancock, a law firm focused on construction law and government contracts. Celebrating its 75th anniversary, Carroll Daniel is a nationally recognized commercial construction firm in its third generation of family leadership. carrolldaniel.com • Look for the annual spotlight on Gainesville-Hall County in Georgia Trend magazine's October 2021 issue along with this year's “40 Under 40” Honorees. Georgia Trend covers state business, politics and economic development and has some 49,000 print subscribers and over 160,000 readers. georgiatrend.com • The Chamber has an Economic Development position opening. Full time position.

Experience required. Project Manager responsible for sales and marketing initiatives that further job investment and growth from existing and new businesses.

Manages economic development programs and events; Coordinates government affairs; Provides research for economic development projects and marketing for events. Send resume: resumes@ghcc.com • The Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier’s 23rd Annual Holiday Golf Classic is Friday, October 8 at Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course. Youth are facing unprecedented learning loss due to the pandemic, and the club is working hard to help fill the academic gaps and address learning issues. Now more than ever, club kids need tutoring, homework help, enrichments and mentors.

Your team registration/sponsorship directly helps these kids. Info: Brenda Bohn at 770361-3720 or email: bbohn@bgclanier.org • The Chamber's 2021 Industry Appreciation Luncheon is Wednesday, November 17 (11am-1pm) at Lanier Technical College.

Senator Butch Miller is guest speaker, and Industry of the Year Awards will be presented to outstanding industries for economic impact, corporate responsibility and workforce excellence. Event and Sponsorship Info: Nikki Chandler, 770-5326206 x 108. Email: nchandler@ghcc.com

• The John Jarrard Foundation announced the 20th Annual John Jarrard Songwriters Concert on Saturday, September 11 will be held at a NEW location – the Lawn at Midland Social (formerly Georgia Chair).

This amazing show features hit songwriters, Grammy Award winners, and the stories behind the songs. The foundation has raised countless dollars for our community, supporting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier, Georgia Mountain Food Bank, Good News Clinics, Good News at Noon and Sisu.

Sponsor info and tickets: Jody Jackson at jjackson@johnjarrardfoundation.com • For the past 23 years, Motul Petit Le Mans has been THE sporting event in the Southeast to experience. The action is nonstop with four days of on-track battles, culminating in the 10-hour IMSA WeatherTech Championship finale showdown. Join the race festivities November 10- 13 with Kids Zone, vendors, food trucks, displays, car corrals, camping, and much more. This event has it all, and family-friendly prices, too! roadatlanta.com • Tiffany Sullens announces that Manor Lake Dawsonville is now open and accepting residents. The community is locally owned and operated and offers independent cottages, assisted living and memory care along with a broad range of services and amenities. 3769 Kallie Circle in Dawsonville.

706-216-1333. manorlakedw.com • Mentors Needed! For nearly 30 years, Center Point has recruited, trained and placed mentors in Gainesville City and Hall County Schools. There are 38,000 opportunities this year with mentorship programs for athletes, scholars, struggling students, career-minded students and more.

Info: Marie Davis at 678-997-1990 or email: marie.davis@centerpointga.org • The Chamber is seeking nominations for Fall 2021 Business Beautification Awards of Excellence. Nominate your business or another by November 1. Details: Robin Halstead, VP Community Development, 770-5326206. Email: rhalstead@ghcc.com

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Small Business of the Month Buford Corn Maze The Buford Corn Maze, a familyfriendly agritourism venue, opens its 13th season on September 4. Rodney Miller, founder and president, and Tina Beggs, vice president, have led the maze’s development into a nationally recognized attraction. Country Living has consistently named it on the magazine’s list of the “Top 35 Corn Mazes in America.”

While the corn maze is the main attraction, the park includes more fun farm-inspired activities – hayride, popcorn jumping pillows, a farmer’s combine slide, farm animal viewing, pumpkin patch, toy duck race, pony rides and an expanded Kid’s Corner Buford Corn Maze Founder & President Rodney Miller, and play area. The Haunted Forest Tina Beggs, Vice President. comes to life at night in the weeks leading up to Halloween. During the height of the 2020 pandemic, the Buford Corn Maze had its most successful season with record crowds seeking safe outdoor entertainment. On the heels of that success, Buford Corn Maze started a new springtime event, May Fair, that is modeled after an old-fashioned country fair. Buford Corn Maze, located off I-985 Exit 8 at 4470 Bennett Road, Buford, Ga. 30519. 678-835-7198. BufordCornMaze.com

Upcoming Seminar Tuesday, October 12

Small Business Seminar "BE EXTRAORDINARY" 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Mike Hill, Managing Director of Trenton Consulting and author of The Extraordinary Business, will share learned principles that will transform your business from average to extraordinary. Best practice topics include extraordinary employees, customers, accounting, computer systems, communications, sales, advertising, governance, and profits. Register online: GHCC.com/EVENTS.

Become a Chamber CERTIFIED Small Business Partner by participating in six (6) Small Business Seminars this year.

CERTIFIED Partners Receive

• Certificate of Completion • Certified Small Business Decal • Recognition at a Chamber Board Meeting

• Announcement on social media and in Business Link

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Small Business

Economic & Political Forecast Tuesday, September 14 7:45 am - 9:30 am Lanier Technical College Ramsey Conference Center

Offered In Person (limited) and via Zoom

Join Greater Hall Chamber members for a panel discussion with local business and political leaders on the current economic and political climate and the effects on small business and our community.

Panel of Experts

Butch Miller

Georgia State Senator 49th District

INFO

Carol Burrell

President & CEO Northeast Georgia Health System

Frank Norton, Jr. CEO / Chairman The Norton Agency

Ron Bracewell, CPA Partner BatesCarter

Hosted by

• No Charge for Chamber Members • $15 Non-Members • Includes Light Breakfast • In Person Limited – Reservations Required • Register for In Person & via Zoom at GHCC.com/EVENTS

Breakfast Sponsor

Questions? Kara Tate, 770-532-6206 x 103. Email ktate@ghcc.com

COVID-19 Safety With the number of COVID-19 cases on the rise, the Greater Hall Chamber is monitoring safety mandates and regulations. Check the Chamber calendar (GHCC.com/events) regularly for the status of events, and keep an eye on your inbox for updates and information.

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Downtown Gainesville – Open for Business!

member development

We took a walk around Downtown Gainesville to visit with our members. Between road work and new developments under construction, our Downtown businesses are feeling the squeeze with parking issues, loss of foot traffic and the growing pains that come with progress. Here's a sampling of what they had to say.

Martin Furniture & Design Enemies of the Average Martin Furniture & Design has been in business for 75 years!

Though road construction has caused some headaches, Margaret Martin Henson and Holly Peck (left) thank their loyal customers for continued support and urge all to shop downtown! Use parking behind the store for easy access! martinsfurnitureanddesign.com

Scott's Downtown

Scott Dixon says Scott's Downtown is fully staffed and ready to serve!

Use the shuttle, and come enjoy extended hours in the lounge and the same delicious food and fine dining we've come to know and love! scottsdowntown.com

Rahab's Rope

Did you know Enemies of the Average has a new retail shop? Ginny Early is owner and designer of the beautifully curated boutique that features luxury gifts, candles, plant-based skincare and unique potted plants.

They source from womenowned and BIPOC-owned makers and offer custom design services as well. enemiesoftheaverage.com

Rahab's Rope exists to empower women and children in the fight against human trafficking.

David Moore and Emily Lacy (left) say that while stateside sales continue to grow, they are facing international supplier issues due to COVID-19.

They encourage shopping on their extensive on-line catalog: rahabsrope.com

Gypsy Threads Boutique Avocado's & Hopscotch Taylor Wilson met the ultimate challenge when she moved to the Downtown Square in 2020 – just in time for businesses to close for 7 weeks! Now with road closures, they taken a hit on foot traffic and accessibility.

She's excited about the future of the Downtown and encourages support of Gypsy Threads by shopping in the store, online or through their social media. mygypsythreads.com

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Garment + Grace

Pairlon Dunagan says "Grace" is a word that we are all familiar with and use in many different ways. One use of the word is as a verb, "do honor or credit to someone by one's presence," which is how Garment + Graces strives to treat customers. Let's all show this boutique some ‘grace’ and shop local! garmentandgrace.com

Recess Southern Gastro Pub

(L-R) Nicole Ricketts, Main Street Gainesville; Matthew Johnson and Owner Chris Richardson, Recess Southern Gastro Pub; Nikki Chandler, Chamber, discuss the restaurant and Downtown Gainesville projects and construction. recesspub.com

Bryan Gonzalez and Bud Whelchel, Avocado's and Hopscotch, noted that the construction downtown is taking a toll on a lot of businesses at the moment, however the excitement of what it will bring is a driving force for our bright future. avocadoseats.com

Dress Up Gainesville

Faith Carlisle says Dress Up's goal is to show the love of Christ and to help women realize their worth. The shop's main challenge has been a decrease in traffic due to construction, yet says the Gainesville community has been nothing but supportive.

She encourages folks to stop by and see the progress of the Square + keep shopping small! shopdressup.com

#GvilleHallBiz #SHOPGvilleHallBiz #EATGvilleHallBiz

education

leadership

Leadership Hall County kicks off with Lake program Leadership Hall County (LHC) kicked off with a Lake Life Program in August. The day began at Lake Lanier Olympic Park (LLOP) with a presentation by the Hall County Sheriff’s Office Dive Team under the direction of Sgt. Chris Tempel, Dive Team Commander. Robyn Lynch (LHC Class of 2007), City of Gainesville Director of Tourism, provided the class with Gainesville CVB updates and the history and legacy of the Olympics at LLOP. Coach Jim O’Dell of the Lake Lanier Canoe & Kayak Club lead team building exercises and Dragon Boat racing. Dale Caldwell, Headwaters Director, Chattahoochee Riverkeepers, discussed the organization's mission. The class traveled to Margaritaville at Lanier Islands for a lunch cruise aboard the Margaritaville hosted by Bucky Perry, VP of Operations, and Jamie Fields, Catering/ Special Events Sales Manager. The day ended with "The History, Construction, Management & Laws of Lake Lanier" presented by Tim Rainey, Operations Project Manager, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Thank you program sponsors: Lake Lanier Olympic Park, Lanier Canoe & Kayak Club, McDonald's, The Good Life Group, Margaritaville at Lanier Islands, Turner, Wood & Smith Insurance and The Leadership Hall Class aboard the Margaritaville at Lanier Islands.

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ribbon cuttings

Gracious Interiors

Northeast Georgia Ophthalmology

Dr. Vandana Reddy, MD, founder/CEO, and Jaci Carithers, Ophthalmic Technician, cut a ribbon for Northeast Georgia Ophthalmology, a new medical eye care and surgical practice in Gainesville. Having trained at the Mayo Clinic, Dr. Reddy, has expertise in cataract surgery with premium implants, cornea and refractive surgeries and comprehensive ophthalmology. She provides medical and surgical eye examinations in dry eye disease, cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, corneal disease and more. Northeast Georgia Ophthalmology believes in providing a high caliber of care in a more intimate setting where patients do not feel rushed and do not feel like a number.

She hopes to have the privilege and pleasure to take care of you soon! 1498 Jesse Jewell Parkway, Suite B, Gainesville, GA 30501. 770767-3937. northeastgeorgiaeyes.com

King of Pops Gainesville

Emily Jones (scissors) and family, Sarah and Ella Grace Smallwood, Laura and Nick Nichols, Michael Jones and Ken Jones, cut ribbon for King of Pops Gainesville. Owned and operated by Flowery Branch natives and current Gainesville residents, Michael and Emily Jones, King of Pops offers all-natural, high quality popsicles that are handcrafted right here in Georgia and are made with limited ingredients sourced from local farmers. King of Pops has something for everyone with dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan options. Their push cart makes them a convenient option for indoor or outdoor catering and events because they do not require electricity or water. King of Pops Gainesville, 4259 Riviere Point, Gainesville, GA 30507. 770-561-3694. Facebook.com/kopgainesville

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Owner Shelia Winslow cuts the ribbon for Gracious Interiors, an interior and floral design firm servicing the Hall County and surrounding area. Shelia is an award-winning designer who specializes in bringing unique concepts to interior design. She also teaches this theory through her classes, which bring together her love of floral design, holiday décor and gardening. Shelia loves inspiring and empowering her clients to create distinctive design elements for their homes. She is at ease working with any size palette, from tiny homes to mansions. Listening to her clients’ needs with purpose and compassion, she loves sharing ideas and re-purposing what her clients already own in her design work. Her integrity, generosity and extra special touch come together as Gracious Interiors. 404-226-2936.

Bobcat of Atlanta

David Buehler, General Manager, and Scott Easterwood, Division General Manager, cut a ribbon at Bobcat of Atlanta's new location in Gainesville. With over 40 years of experience, the Bobcat Team is confident they can meet your specific equipment needs. The new Bobcat of Atlanta has assembled a winning team that is dedicated to customer service excellence. They specialize in Bobcat construction equipment for sale and financing, including skid-steers, compact track loaders, small articulated loaders, mini excavators, compact tractors, utility vehicles and mowers. Visit Bobcat of Atlanta – they're ready to help you with all your sales, rentals, parts and service needs! 1780 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Gainesville, GA 30501. 770-462-7911. bobcatofatlanta.com

It's a free service if you're a member of the Chamber. Not a member? Join now, call 770-532-6206.

Business After Hours is Back! welcome new members Thank you

Ammeraal Beltech Sarah Davis 4627 Distribution Parkway Buford, GA 30519 470-382-9105 - Manufacturer ammeraalbeltech.com

Creative Kitchens of Atlanta Chris Herrington 5315 Gainesville Street Flowery Branch, GA 30542 678-316-3130 - Kitchen Install/Delivery creativekitchensofatl.com

Michael James Remodeling Fate Cheramie 3473 Thompson Bridge Road Gainesville, GA 30506 770-599-2575 - Construction / Architects michaeljamesremodeling.com

Avison Young / Jay Lawson 425 Spring Street SE, Suite 200 Gainesville, GA 30501 770-532-9911 Commercial Real Estate avisonyoung.us

Gracious Interiors Shelia Winslow 3418 Russell Drive Gainesville, GA 30506 404-226-2936 - Interior Design & Florist

Barry's Menswear & Tuxedo Barry Zeeman 125 John W Morrow Pkwy, #242B Gainesville, GA 30501 770-534-7685 - Mens Apparel barrysmenswear.com

Hopkins Home Sales Tim Hopkins 3309 Dawsonville Highway Gainesville, GA 30506 770-351-7721 - Real Estate hopkinshomesales.kw.com

The Driving Club at Road Atlanta Trip Campbell 5290 Winder Highway Braselton, GA 30517 770-361-0407 - Membership Club drivingclubra.com

BDO, Accounting Firm Megan McKinnon 1100 Peachtree Street NE Suite 700 Atlanta, GA 30309 404-942-2941 - Accounting bdo.com

King of Pops - Gainesville Emily Jones 4259 Riviere Point Gainesville, GA 30507 770-561-3694 - Restaurant & Catering facebook.com/kopgainesville

Coppermines Pest Control Treavor Land 3607 Garden Boulevard Gainesville, GA 30506 770-663-3380 - Exterminating Service copperminespestcontrol.com

Mercer Services Paul Mercer 3580 Ridgewood Point Gainesville, GA 30504 404-989-8761 - Restaurant Contractors

United Site Services Derek Reyes 5655 Shirlee Industrial Way Alpharetta, GA 30004 678-725-0541 - Business Services unitedsiteservices.com Whole Being Cafe Gail Tomlinson 5510 Main Street Flowery Branch, GA 30542 770-967-4080 - Bakery / Coffee Shop wholebeingcafe.com

Business Before Hours

Georgia Mountain Food Bank (GMFB) for hosting Business After Hours in August. (L-R) Kit Dunlap, President & CEO, Greater Hall Chamber; James Byrnes, Director of Procurement, LaserCraft Technologies; Kay Blackstock, Executive Director, Georgia Mountain Food Bank; Rodney Greene, Founder & CEO, LaserCraft Technologies. LaserCraft Technologies is the presenting sponsor for the GMFB's Empty Bowl Luncheon on September 21. Chamber members learned about GMFB's mission of feeding those with food scarcity and helped GMFB prepare for the Empty Bowl lunch by participating in bowl painting. The upcoming Business After Hours at Chattahoochee Country Club on September 14 (5-7pm) is sponsored by Hasty Pope Davies Law Firm. Great food, fun, networking, door prizes and more! Details: Mandy Lathem, 770532-6206 x 115. Email: mlathem@ghcc.com

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Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

JOB OPENING Project Manager

Economic Development & Government Affairs Full Time Position | Experience Required

Responsible for economic development sales and marketing initiatives that further job investment and growth from existing and new businesses.

• Manage Economic Development Programs and Events • Coordinate Government Affairs Programs • Research for Economic Development Projects • Marketing for Chamber Events Send Resume:

resumes@ghcc.com Thank you, First Citizens Bank for hosting Business Before Hours in August Kit Dunlap, President & CEO of the Greater Hall Chamber, with the First Citizens Team (L-R) Chris Purvis, Nicole Pleasant, Amber Allen, Elaine Martin, Laurie Morrison, Shameka Harris and John Freeman.

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Chamber Chase 5K & 2 Mile Wellness Walk

Registration Fee Increase after September 7.

Tuesday, September 21

Sign Up Now!

6:00 pm Lanier Islands

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JOB FAIR & Career Expo

Thursday, September 9 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Gainesville Civic Center

- IN PERSON - BRING RESUME - FACE MASKS REQUIRED

Come See Who's Hiring – 70+ Employers Onsite

The Greater Hall Chamber's 14th Annual Chamber Chase 5K & 2 Mile Wellness Walk returns this fall to beautiful Lanier Islands. Join us on September 21 for fun and fitness as 5K runners and spirit-filled walkers enjoy this lakeside race. Sign up as a team or an individual.

Race Time: 6:00 Runners | 6:10 Walkers Registration: $30 | $35 after September 7th Awards: Age Group Awards, Fastest CEO, Team Spirit, Fastest Team & More Features: Refreshments | Chip Timing | Commemorative T-Shirts Register Online: RunSignUp.com/ChamberChase Register at the Chamber: 230 E.E. Butler Parkway in Gainesville Build Company Wellness • Support Employee Fitness Electronic Race Results • Over 1,000 Registered • Individual & Team Awards

Agile Cold Storage Global Resources International Modern Woodmen of America Ammeraal Beltech Gold City Health & Rehab ngajobs.com / The Times Ansco & Associates Hall County Sheriff's Office Northeast Georgia Health System Avita Community Partners Hamilton Place Personal Living Northside Hospital BGW Dental Group Harris Products Group Overdrive Logistics BOS Staffing Hydro Extrusion North America Panera Bread Carroll Daniel Construction IMS Gear Peerless-Winsmith Chattahoochee Country Club Integrity Staffing Solutions ProCare Rx Chick-fil-A Interactive College of Technology/ICT Qualified Staffing Coca-Cola Bottling Co. UNITED Islands Entertainment RECRO Cottrell King's Hawaiian Ring Container Technologies District 2 Public Health Kubota Manufacturing of America Shasta Beverages E.E. Butler Head Start/Pre-K Center Lanier Color Company Southeastern Roofing Company Eagle Overlook Recovery Lanier Islands Spherion Staffing & Recruiting EKG Security Lanier Technical College Syfan Logistics Eskimo Cold Storage Legacy Link TD Automotive Compressor Georgia ETCON Employment Solutions Longstreet Clinic The Davis Companies Express Employment Professionals Luttrell Staffing Group The Sherwin-Williams Company Foundation Food Group Manor Lake Dawsonville University of North Georgia Fox Factory Mars Wrigley US Army Gainesville Dept of Water Resources Massey Services Wahoo Docks Gainesville Mechanical McDonald's Walton Communities Georgia Dept of Driver Services Milliken & Company WorkSource Georgia Mountains Georgia Dept of Transportation Mincey Marble Manufacturing ZF Gainesville Presented by

Goods & Services Sponsors Coca-Cola Bottling Co. United Panera Bread Signs by Tomorrow

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR Thursday, September 9 Job Fair & Career Expo 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Gainesville Civic Center Face Masks Required Tuesday, September 14 Economic & Political Forecast 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

In Person (limited) & via Zoom Lanier Technical College Ramsey Conference Center No Charge for Chamber Members

Tuesday, September 14 Business After Hours Sponsored by Hasty Pope Davies Law Firm 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Chattahoochee Country Club 3000 Club Drive in Gainesville Tuesday, September 21 Chamber Chase 5K & 2 Mile Wellness Walk 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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Wednesday, October 6 HealthSmart Wellness Expo 7:30 a.m. - Kickoff Breakfast 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Expo Lanier Technical College Ramsey Conference Center

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Thursday, October 28 Business After Hours Hosted by Smith Hulsey Law and Skyline Contracting 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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