Gamechangers Award Luncheon! |
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Join us at the 2nd Annual Gamechangers luncheon where we will recognize 10 community leaders under the age of 40. We accepted community nominations for those young people who lead by example and collaboratively seek to implement a bright vision for the community.
2023 Gamechangers:
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Meet your 2023 Chamber Ambassador Chairs |
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Zander Mason, Raymond James |
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Janet Estrada, Janplan Properties |
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The Chamber’s Ambassador Committee serves as the organization's public relations team and is highly visible throughout the Chamber and the community. The Ambassadors are responsible for engaging, encouraging, nurturing, and expanding relationships on behalf of the Chamber with key influencers in the community. If you'd like to join the A-Team, click here to learn more and apply!
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Introducing a New Member Benefit! |
We’re excited to announce our new partnership with ODP Business Solutions (formerly known as Office Depot OfficeMax), made possible by our friends at Excelerate America. Now our members can access collective-negotiated pricing and exclusive deals through the Business Essentials service.
Joining the Business Essentials service means you get exclusive, stable pricing at ODP Business Solutions to save on over 1,800 products you need to run your business.
As an Athens Area Chamber member, you’ll always save when you shop online at ODP Business Solutions for everyday supplies and print services, plus your orders can qualify for free shipping.
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Would you like to be contacted via email from Excelerate America for more information?
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Save the Date: Annual Meeting on February 23rd, 2023! |
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We will celebrate with our membership and community at the 119th Annual Meeting on February 23, 2023. This special program will kick off with a highlight of the Chamber's successful 2022 as well as an update on the programs and plans set for the upcoming year.
The evening will with an awards ceremony in which individuals and organizations who have made a significant impact in our community are recognized. Please consider nominating a community member for these awards!
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New Clarke County School District Disparity Study Online Survey of Business Owners |
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Clarke County School District has commissioned GSPC to conduct a comprehensive Disparity Study to identify whether disparities exist in the awarding of Clarke County School District contracts with regard to minority- and women-owned firms.
This process will provide valuable data for CCSD and inform policies, practices, and procedures addressing the needs of our business community.
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Ribbon Cutting - January 12th, 4 PM - 6 PM |
Join the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate Dermatology Specialists of Georgia's new location on Chase St. in Athens! |
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Business Town Hall & Listening Session with CCSD - January 24th, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM |
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Clarke County School District and the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce are partnering to provide local businesses the opportunity to speak directly with the district's new superintendent, Dr. Robbie Hooker, who will share his vision for CCSD. CCSD also welcomes input from the business community and looks forward to hearing your thoughts and questions. |
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Women Who Work - Wellness Luncheon with Ali Hall - January 25th, 11:30 AM - 1PM |
Women Who Work will host Ali Hall, who will speak to us about how to take care of yourself and keep your cup full as a working woman. She will discuss setting boundaries, saying no, avoiding burnout, and general wellness as we embark on a new year! |
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Pointe Grand Ribbon Cutting - January 26th, 4PM - 6PM |
Join the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate the opening of Pointe Grand Apartment Homes! |
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Special Greetings to our New Members of the Week! |
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Welcome to the AACOC, Georgia Heart Institute! |
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Georgia Heart Institute is the state’s most forward-thinking heart and vascular program.
Georgia Heart Institute is the comprehensive, multi-disciplinary heart and vascular program of Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS). With personalized care provided for the complete spectrum of cardiovascular conditions, Georgia Heart Institute is saving and improving lives for generations.
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Welcome to the AACOC, Peyton Pettus - State Farm Insurance Agent! |
My wife, Angie and I graduated from UGA and have been with State Farm for over 22 years! We love Walton, Oconee, and Clarke counties and love being involved in the communities we serve! We also have made it a priority to provide online virtual and digital insurance & financial services to residents in Florida, Alabama, Tennessee and South Carolina! I've spent time as chairman of the board of the Walton Co. Chamber of Commerce, a local church deacon, and serve on several downtown committees. We are invigorated by the revitalization of downtown Monroe, Watkinsville, and Athens. |
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OCAF Presents the Winter 2023 Exhibitions |
Winter 2023 Exhibitions: Georgia Mountains to the Shore; A Brush with Murder: Novel Art by the Wonders of Watercolor Group; New Horizons: Mixed Media Work by ESP Students; and Fabric Storm by Bobbi Johnson. The exhibits will be showing January 14 through February 10, 2023 at Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation, 34 School Street, Watkinsville, Georgia. The Opening reception for fall exhibitions will be held on Friday, January 13, from 5 – 7 p.m. |
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UGA Hockey Returns for Outdoor Games at The Classic Center |
The UGA Ice Dawgs will end the 2022-2023 home season with two final outdoor game sets at the 440 Foundry Pavilion at The Classic Center this January and February. Bundle up for the chilly weather as Athens’ favorite hockey team hits the ice. General admission tickets are $10.00. Space is limited, so secure your tickets today by visiting ClassicCenter.com/UGAHockey! |
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Key Financial Changes in 2023 - Webinar from Elevate Wealth Advisory |
Join us online for a short review of what has changed between 2022-2023. Our President & CEO Deanne Rosso will update you on changes to tax brackets, contribution limits, HSA limits, required minimum distributions, and more. |
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Calling all business leaders, all employees, and anyone with a desire to learn how to grow a business through SEO!
Join us for a networking and informational lunch event at Encaptivating Events on Baxter Street! Our CEO, Bobby Holland will talk about 3 Keys to Grow your Business in Google Search.
Lunch Provided!
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48th Juried Exhibition - Submissions Open January 4, 2023, 10 am. |
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Submissions for the 48th Juried Exhibition will be received only online at ArtCall.org. The call for art submissions will be live from January 4 at 10 am – January 20 at 5 pm, 2023. Athens area visual artists, 18 years and older, are welcome to submit up to 3 entries for consideration. Click HERE for details and instructions to prepare and submit your artworks.
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Pitch Training sponsored by Truist |
Join us for food, networking, giveaways, and an engaging presentation on how to successfully pitch your idea to funders and other audiences!
This event takes place at the Delta Innovation Hub on UGA's North Campus and is open to all campus and community members who want to join us! Park at the North Campus Parking Deck and walk across Fulton Street to enter the Hub.
Feel free to share this opportunity with others in your network! We'll see you soon!
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Thank you to all of our 2022 Chamber Champions! |
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