Features
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Communicorp: 3 Ways to Strengthen Your Marketing Efforts with Photography
August 04, 2016
Picture this: on a table sits a thick, juicy burger accented with lush green lettuce and bright red tomato slices between a soft bun. There may be a price listing and a meal description, but at the very sight of the burger, you can almost taste it.
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Voxpro to Create More Than 500 Jobs in Athens-Clarke County
August 03, 2016
Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Voxpro, an innovative customer experience and tech support provider, will create more than 500 jobs and invest $4 million in a new Center of Excellence in Athens-Clarke County by 2020.
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United Way and Community Connection Announce Consolidation
August 02, 2016
In a move which both organizations hope will set a precedent in the nonprofit sector, Community Connection of Northeast Georgia and United Way of Northeast Georgia are consolidating services between the two organizations.
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15 International Travel Safety Tips for Roaming Wisely
August 02, 2016
When traveling to other countries, it’s important to always keep international travel safety in mind. There are many things you can do when traveling to various international destinations to keep you and your companions safe and secure. Here are some international travel safety tips to keep in mind for your next trip.
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Introducing ACC’s Business Retention + Expansion Program Version 2.0
July 25, 2016
Attracting a new company to a community has long been a staple of economic development efforts. Nothing looks quite as good in the paper as lines of public officials in hard hats holding shovels or bright red ribbons being cut by ridiculously large scissors. When a new firm chooses your town, it’s big news.
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20 Tips on Public Speaking
July 22, 2016
Everybody’s scared of something. It doesn’t matter how big or brave you may feel — there’s definitely a deeply-embedded, irrational anxiety in there. Statistically, one of those anxieties probably centers on public speaking. Fortunately, there are plenty of tricks you can try in order to calm your nerves and deliver an effective speech.
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MillerCoors Takes Majority Stake in Athen's Terrapin Beer
July 21, 2016
Tenth and Blake Beer Company, the craft and import division of MillerCoors, announced an agreement to acquire a majority interest in Athens, Georgia-based Terrapin Beer Company. Tenth and Blake had previously purchased a minority interest in Terrapin in early 2012.
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University of Georgia Offers Accelerated JD and MBA Program
July 20, 2016
To help meet the growing demand for lawyers with business acumen, the University of Georgia now provides an opportunity for students to graduate with both a law degree (JD) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in only three years.
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Idea Accelerator Returns to UGA for Another Round This Fall
July 18, 2016
Applications are now open for the next round of teams to be selected for the UGA Idea Accelerator program this Fall. Sponsored by local economic development nonprofit Four Athens, in partnership with the Advanced Technology Development Center the UGA Entrepreneurship Program, and THINC, the Idea Accelerator chooses a cohort of promising business concepts to be put to the test each semester.
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Hyatt Place Connected to The Classic Center Scheduled to Open in Athens Georgia Next Spring
July 14, 2016
Athens, Georgia, is set to add 192 hotel rooms connected to The Classic Center, the downtown’s convention and performing arts space, with the opening of a Hyatt Place in spring 2017. The new hotel will be the first connected property to The Classic Center and bring the total number of rooms within one mile radius of this major convention center to over 1,400 rooms. The property is being developed by HP Athens. Southern Hospitality Group has been selected as the management company.
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UGA Moves Up to No. 17 on Forbes List of Top 25 Public U.S. Colleges
July 11, 2016
The University of Georgia moved up one spot to rank No. 17 on the Forbes “Top 25 Public Colleges 2016” list released this week.
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Athens-based Your Pie Marks Mid-Year Point with 49 New Stores in Development; 8.86% Same-Store Sales Increase
July 08, 2016
Since its inception in 2008, Your Pie has prided itself on being the original down-the-line brick oven pizza concept. As the brand closes out its second quarter, they’re reveling in a same-store sales increase of nearly 9 percent over last year.
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Pinnacle Financial Corporation to Acquire Independence Bank of Georgia
July 07, 2016
Pinnacle Financial Corporation, the parent holding company of Pinnacle Bank, and Independence Bank of Georgia, jointly announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which Pinnacle will acquire Independence in a 100% cash transaction valued at approximately $32.8 million.
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Athens-Clarke County’s 3rd Annual Industry Appreciation Dinner
July 06, 2016
Athens-Clarke County’s 3rd Annual Industry Appreciation Dinner was held on April 18, 2016 to celebrate the contributions that local manufacturers make to the Athens community. The event was attended by over 80 guests, including local, state and national elected officials, community leaders and the captains of industry throughout Athens.
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Communicorp: Key Benefits of Innovative Fulfillment Solutions
June 30, 2016
Finding creative ways to manage all of your marketing assets can be a challenge for any organization. Most marketers have various tools they only use for consumer engagement initiatives, and an entirely different suite of solutions for employee activities. Over time, marketers realize these materials must be continuously created, printed, packaged and stored in an organized way to facilitate access upon request, or to quickly ship when needed. Fortunately, there are innovative fulfillment solutions available in the marketplace to help address this pressing need.
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Athens Regional and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Announce Formal Affiliation
June 29, 2016
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Athens Regional Health System have announced a formal affiliation agreement under which Children’s will collaborate with Athens Regional to better serve children and families in the Athens area. The affiliation will support Children’s and Athens Regional’s commitment to providing high-quality pediatric care, and expanding access to specialized pediatric care in Georgia.
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An Interview with the New Dean of Athens' Medical School
June 28, 2016
Dr. Michelle “Shelley” Nuss took the helm as Dean of the Partnership on March 1st. Dean Nuss joined the Partnership in 2010, as an Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Graduate Medical Education.
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The Ultimate Art Experience in Watkinsville, The Artland of Georgia
June 24, 2016
Watkinsville, deemed The Artland of Georgia for having more artists per capita than any other town in the state, is populated with unique art galleries, museums and exhibits showcasing local and national talents. Artists flock to this creative town to create, show and sell their work. Located just a stone’s throw from Athens, this artistic gem is worth a detour on your next trip to Georgia.
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10 Tips for Better Internal and External Business Communication
June 22, 2016
Communication is an essential part of running a business. You need to be able to communicate effectively with members of your own team and those outside of your business. Members of the small business community have plenty of knowledge to share about effective communication. Check out some of their top tips below.
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Caterpillar Named Manufacturer of the Year
June 21, 2016
Caterpillar Inc. is a manufacturer and assembler of heavy construction equipment and has been in operation in Athens-Clarke County for three years. Their total employment has reached more than 1,700 employees from an eight country region; exceeding the estimated recruitment projections by two years.
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TSAV: Enhancing Communication Through Technology
June 17, 2016
Technology is being used in new and exciting ways to enhance the world around us. From corporate board rooms to sports arenas and everywhere in between, pictures, video and sounds are used to communicate thoughts, ideas and emotions. TSAV, headquartered in Athens, has mastered the art of communicating through technology, and it is no wonder that they were recognized as one of Georgia’s Small Business Rock Stars in 2015!
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Self-Quiz: What Kind of Business Risk Taker Are You?
June 16, 2016
Few endeavors — scaling Mt. Everest or swimming with sharks might qualify — demand greater courage than the act of starting (or running) a small business. And with courage comes the willingness to take risks. Whether borrowing money to grow your business, launching a new product or hiring more employees — accepting risk and protecting yourself with liability insurance is critical to business success.
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AthFest: Dozens of Bands, With or Without Wristbands
June 13, 2016
The 20th annual AthFest begins on Friday, June 24 with a nice piece of symmetry. Atlanta fixture and onetime Athens resident Kevn Kinney — best known as the leader of Drivin’ N Cryin’ — played the music and arts festival’s maiden voyage. This year, Kinney will reprise his role when he opens the proceedings Friday at 5 p.m.
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Communicorp: Make it Personal with Innovative Print Solutions (SECONDARY)
June 13, 2016
There’s no denying that we live in a digital world that is always competing for our attention – from downloading the latest app to watching videos and engaging in online chat sessions. While many of these digital platforms have infiltrated the marketing industry, some experts advise us to retain the power of traditional print to help you make a creative impact in the marketplace.
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Family Connection - Communities in Schools of Athens Receives $1M Contribution from AT&T
June 10, 2016
Due to Family Connection -Communities in Schools’ of Athens success supporting and motivating underserved students to stay in school and prepare for their next step in life, it has been selected as one of 18 recipients nationwide that will share in $10 million from AT&T through the Aspire Connect to Success Competition.