Chamber Monday Memo
December 14, 2020
Upcoming Chamber Events
Calendar
Thursday and Friday, December 24-25: Closed for Christmas!

Friday, January 1: Closed for New Years Day!

Friday, January 8: BoxDrop Mattress of South Georgia Ribbon Cutting, 10 a.m.
News from the Chamber
Railway Mattress holds Ribbon Cutting on Dec. 10
Congratulations to Chamber member Railway Freight Furniture
on the ribbon cutting for Railway Mattress, right across the street from Railway Freight in downtown Tifton. Go check out the selection of mattresses and bedding!
Southern Bodies cuts ribbon at First Anniversary Celebration
Congratulations to Chamber member Southern Bodies Fitness Center
on their ribbon cutting on Friday, Dec. 11!
Nominations for Prince Business Woman of the Year Open Until January 15
Member News and Events
11th Annual McDonald's Tifton Invitational Cancelled
A "steady and unchecked rise in COVID-19 cases in Tifton and the nation" prompted the organizers of the 11th Annual McDonald’s Tifton Invitation to cancel this year’s event, according to a press release.
The tournament was set for Tuesday, December 29 and Wednesday, December 30th.
Southwell holding Virtual Focus Groups
Southwell/Tift Regional Health System will be holding virtual focus groups as part of our Community Health Needs Assessment. Let your voice be heard! We value your input and encourage you to participate! 
 
Format: The all-virtual group discussions will be held via Zoom. 
 
Length: Please allow for a 60-minute discussion, but if you need to leave early, we understand.
 
When: Focus groups will be held:
·       Tuesday, December 8, 8:00-9:00 AM
·       Tuesday, December 8, 12:00-1:00 PM
·       Thursday, December 10, 2:00-3:00 PM
·       Monday, December 14, 5:00-6:00 PM

RSVP: Use this link to register for one of the dates: 
 
If you have any questions, please contact Tara Auclair at taraa@crescendocg.com and 561-212-0903 or Chris Efaw at chris.efaw@tiftregional.com and 229-353-6310.
Job Postings
Visiting Angels of central Georgia has a job opening for Home Care Office Regional Director for the new Tifton office. To apply, visit https://www.indeed.com/job/home-care-office-regional-director-3d203048a21fe7f7
Ambassador Personnel has immediate openings for Order Processors, Assemblers, Warehouse Associates, Sanitors and Sewers. For more information, please call 229.387.8055 or visit www.teamambassador.com.
Labor Finders of Tifton is currently seeking Industrial Maintenance, CNAs, Clerical and Administrative Secretary, Welders (Mig, Tig, and Stick), Warehouse workers, Production workers, CDL drivers, Packers, assemblers, and formulators, Forklift drivers, and Operators.
For more information, contact Labor Finders at (229) 387-9962 or go to www.laborfinders.com.
Krystal is hiring 3 shift leader and 10 team members at the Tifton location. For more information or to apply visit careers.krystal.com or contact Kozeffy Conateh at 229-382-8009.
Fast Copy & Blueprint is looking for a graphic designer and a customer service/front counter person. Those interested should apply in person at Fast Copy & Blueprint, located at 135 Virginia Ave. S. in Tifton.
Surcheros is looking for full- and part-time team members in its Tifton location. Benefits include advancement opportunities, flexible hours, above average starting wages and a benefits package (free short-term disability, free dental and vision insurance, and free life term insurance) for all full- and part-time employees.
The Big Store is seeking full-time & part-time help in its men's and women's departments and a marketing/social media person. Experience is preferred. Apply in person between 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. or call (229) 382-6212. Resumes can be emailed to thebigstore@friendlycity.net. The Big Store is located at 346 Main Street, Tifton, GA, 31794.
Quality Employment Service is now hiring for stand-up forklift drivers (TSP), CDL drivers, delivery drivers, CPA, sales manager, certified auto tech, general laborers and much more. For more information, call (229) 386-8689 or go to www.qualityemploymentservice.com.
New Hire Solutions is currently hiring for direct support professionals, maintenance technicians, lab technicians, machine operators, electricians, production supervisors, and warehouse workers in the Tifton area. For more information, call (229) 424-0000 or go to www.newhiresolutions.com.
Capstone Premier Staffing is looking for a bobcat driver for a facility in Fitzgerald, as well as two landscape techs in Fitzgerald. For more information, contact Capstone at 229-396-4339.
The position of Executive Director is open at The Bridge of Tiftarea, Inc.
The Director will report to the Board of Directors and have overall strategic and operational responsibility for The Bridge of Tiftarea, Inc., a 501c3 and DBA’s operating under the umbrella of the corporation. They will initially develop deep knowledge of field, core programs, operations, business plans and mission of the organization.
Interested parties may email resumes to: thebridge602@gmail.com or mail to P.O. Box 7021 Tifton, Ga. 31793
For questions you may call Martine J. Hill at 229-382-9010.
If you have a job listing that you would like posted in the Monday Memo, send the announcement to ebrechbiel@tiftonchamber.org. The deadline for inclusion is Friday at noon.
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