Network Lunch is next TUESDAY, August 10 at Paloma Park!
We can't wait to see you there!
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The August Network Lunch will be hosted at the beautiful Paloma Park restaurant. Network Lunch offers community members an opportunity to network and socialize in a casual environment. During this event, there are one or two featured speakers who each make a five-to-ten minute presentation. Afterwards, each attendee will have the time to introduce themselves, and we encourage you to bring lots of business cards, brochures, and promotional materials.
Come join us by using the link below!
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Chamber Champion Spotlight! |
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Synovus Names Jody Patton Division CEO and Promotes John Tebeau! |
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Synovus has appointed Jody Patton as CEO of its Northeast Georgia Division, effective July 1. Patton has served as Synovus’ Augusta market executive since January 2018. “Jody is an exceptional banker, with a wealth of knowledge of industries and economic development opportunities in Northeast Georgia,” said Wayne Akins, Synovus chief community banking officer.
Synovus also appointed John Tebeau as market executive for the Athens area. Tebeau joined Synovus in 1997 after graduating from The University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business. He has also served in numerous leadership capacities in a variety of organizations including The Food Bank of Northeast Georgia, The Boys of Girls Club of Athens, and Athens Area Homebuilders Association.
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Join JE Dunn for a Trade Partner Outreach Event! |
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Join JE Dunn for a Trade Partner Outreach Event next Wednesday, August 11 at 1:00pm for the Upcoming Construction of the Classic Center Arena!
JE Dunn, in partnership with The Classic Center, is committed to supporting local, minority, and female-owned businesses in the upcoming construction of the new Classic Center Arena. This event is an opportunity for JE Dunn to explain the upcoming project, associated timelines for bidding, the bidding process, and all of the requirements that are expected of trade partners & suppliers to turn in a responsive bid. Click below to RVSP!
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Join us for Women in Business Thursday, August 19 as we hear from Hinge Creative Co! |
Come and learn with Hannah about how to utilize Canva as one of the best small business tools out there. She'll walk you through some of the features used at Hinge Creative Co. internally and for clients. You'll learn about completing your brand kit, making unique visuals for your brand, and ways to use Canva's new features to increase your marketing efforts. Bring your laptop and blue light glasses and be ready to learn!
All attendees will be entered to win a month's worth of their subscription-based services!
We can't wait to see you there!
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Special greetings to our New Members of the Week!
We are so happy to have you on board!
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Welcome to the AACOC, High Country Outfitters! |
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High Country Outfitters is an outdoor gear and clothing business with over 45 years of experience and a dedicated staff of outdoor enthusiasts. They offer clothing and gear from the very best brands such as Patagonia, Free Fly, On Running, Vuori, BOTE, Columbia, Chaco, YETI, and more! |
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Welcome to the AACOC, ASAP Glenn Company! |
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Offering waste containers, portable restrooms, and other services, ASAP Glenn Company is committed to providing the same outstanding service that has been offered for decades!
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Welcome to the AACOC, Amici! |
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Amici Italian Cafe has been serving up fresh ingredients and fun times for over 25 years! Signature items include their famous pizza and award winning hot wings. Check them out! |
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President and Broker, Charles Upchurch III, Receives Guardian of Ethics Award! |
This award was given to Upchurch for making outstanding contributions that fostered the development of ethics, making significant contributions in his vocation of Real Estate, and has by his actions and policies strengthened and cultivated development of ethical practices.
Click below to read more!
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Hayfest: A Celebration of Life for Paul Hays
Hayfest will celebrate the life of Paul Hays, a beloved friend of many and an outstanding member of the Athens Business Community, who passed away from complications due to COVID-19 on February 24, 2021. This Celebration of Life will be held at Live Wire Athens Saturday, August 7.
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Join the Ashton Hope Keegan Foundation for their 4th Annual Hope Gala!
This event will take place August 14 from 6-9pm at Hotel Indigo, featuring silent auctions and food provided by Chops & Hops, Butcher & Vine and Taziki's Mediterranean Grill. Music will be provided by The Ashley Rivera Duo. Use the link below to learn more!
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Vote for the Georgia Center! |
The Georgia Center has been nominated by Unique Venues magazine as the
Best Venue for Day Meetings and for the Best Pandemic Pivot!
To help the Georgia Center win, please consider using the link below to select University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel in both categories. Votes must be cast by August 13th, and you can vote as often as you like.
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SBA to offer streamlined application portal for PPP loan forgiveness to small businesses! |
The SBA is launching a streamlined application portal to allow borrowers with Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans under $150,000 through participating lenders to apply for forgiveness directly through the SBA. This new change will help rush relief to the Southeast’s smallest of small businesses, which has been the Administrator’s priority since day one. The new forgiveness platform will begin accepting applications from borrowers on August 4, 2021.
Click below to read more!
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Get Library Carded this September! |
Show your support for libraries this September by partnering with Athens-Clarke County Library for Library Card Sign Up Month. Sign up today to participate in "Get Library Carded!" and pledge to offer a discount or promotion of your choice to customers who present a library card at your business during the month of September. Participating businesses will be recognized with signage in the library (did you know Athens-Clarke County libraries see an average 25,000 visitors every month?), online at athenslibrary.org and on the libraries' social media. You will also receive a "We support Athens-Clarke County Libraries" vinyl door decal to display at your business. Contact Rhiannon Eades at reades@athenslibrary.org or 706-613-3670 with any questions.
Click below to register!
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Thank you to all of our 2021 Chamber Champions! |
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