Features
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Economic Impact of Athens Tourism Celebrated, Hospitality Awards Presented During CVB Annual Meeting
October 09, 2015
The Athens Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) held its annual meeting Thursday, October 8, highlighted by the release of new economic impact figures for Athens-Clarke County and the presentation of the annual Athens Hospitality Awards. Visitors to Athens-Clarke County spent $273.40 million in 2014, according to the 2014 Travel Economic Impact on Georgia State, Counties and Regions study prepared for the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) by the United States Travel Association (USTA).
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Archbishop Blesses St. Mary's Sacred Heart Hospital
October 06, 2015
Asking for God's blessings upon St. Mary's Sacred Heart Hospital, its physicians and its staff, Archbishop of Atlanta Wilton Gregory led more than 170 people in a blessing ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 30, in a giant tent set up on the hospital's front lawn.
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Don’t Forget About the Value of Sales Presentations
October 05, 2015
When it comes to sales, so much emphasis has been put on new media methods in recent years. You need to know how to reach customers on social media. You need to have a website that makes buying easy for your customers. And you need to have a comprehensive online communication strategy. And while all of those factors are certainly important, they have somewhat taken away from the emphasis on a more traditional form of selling — making in-person presentations.
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New System Helps Teachers Gain Back Valuable Instruction Time, UGA Study Finds
October 02, 2015
Elementary schoolchildren often dawdle between activities during the school day, losing valuable instructional time in the process. New University of Georgia research has found a way to reclaim these lost minutes and make the transition to a new subject fun while increasing student focus.
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11 Precautions to Take Before Selling Your Company
October 01, 2015
If an offer seems to good to be true, it might just be. Do your research before accepting any offers for the company you put so much into. What are some clear warning signs that a deal could be one-sided?
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Sixth Women and Girls in Georgia Conference at UGA to Focus on Sustainability
September 29, 2015
The Institute for Women’s Studies at the University of Georgia is hosting its sixth conference on Women and Girls in Georgia Oct. 9-10 in the Zell B. Miller Learning Center.
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5 Reasons Why Content Marketing is Getting Harder and More Important
September 25, 2015
Content marketing is obvious. If you’re here reading this article, odds are that you’re engaged in content marketing. Your websites, apps, and updates probably try to offer something of value — information, humor, tips, advice, how-to instructions, or even well crafted opinion — that people actually want to read.
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Code Classes Expand Opportunities for Athens Jobseekers
September 23, 2015
According to the Athens-Clarke County Economic Development Department, the unemployment rate for the Athens-Oconee area is 6.8%. Four Athens, a local economic development nonprofit, seeks to address that statistic in part by providing tech education to Athens residents interested in job opportunities available in the area’s growing tech sector by offering code classes
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Fall Festivals & Annual Events in Athens
September 22, 2015
Fall is a very magical time here in Athens. Beyond popular belief, the town has much more to offer than football on any given Saturday, as it hosts dozens of events celebrating the town's’ rich culture, quirky style, and traditional celebrations. From the Terrapin Hop Harvest, to the annual Wild Rumpus Parade, and Downtown Parade of Lights, there is something for everyone and every family to enjoy!
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Kip Farlow on Advantages of Being a Chamber Member
September 21, 2015
As the general manager of Wal-Mart, it is my job to get involved in the community that I serve. I was a member of the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce for years without understanding the full value of my membership. Three years ago I became more heavily involved in the Athens Area Chamber, and my experience has been invaluable.
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UGA College of Public Health to Celebrate 10th Anniversary
September 18, 2015
In honor of its 10th anniversary, the University of Georgia’s College of Public Health will welcome students, alumni and community guests to the UGA Health Sciences Campus Oct. 5th. A full slate of afternoon events open to the public will be punctuated by a 5 p.m. program and reception at Miller Parade Grounds.
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Georgia's Pro-Business Climate Drives Investment and Job Creation in Key Industries
September 17, 2015
Gov. Nathan Deal announced yesterday that the Global Commerce division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) helped create a total of 26,951 new jobs and generate $4.75 billion in investment during FY15. This growth is a result of the expansion or relocation by 329 companies including those in software and technology, aerospace and food processing sectors.
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How Important is Local SEO to Your Business?
September 16, 2015
The importance of local Search Engine Optimization cannot be overemphasized, as many businesses and marketers are already taking advantage of its benefits. As the clock ticks, local SEO will continue to be relevant for enterprise companies for the following reasons.
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Should Your Business in Athens Be Exporting?
September 15, 2015
Markets outside of the U.S. make up 95% of the world’s consumers. The estimated consumption of the global middle class is $35 trillion dollars by 2030. And 80% of the global purchasing power – right now! – lies outside of our nation’s borders. What does that mean for your business?
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UGA to Hold Ground Breaking Ceremony and Dedication for Business Learning Community
September 14, 2015
The University of Georgia will celebrate the completion of Correll Hall and the groundbreaking for Amos Hall and Phase II of the Business Learning Community with a ceremony Sept. 18 at 1 p.m. on the lawn of Correll Hall.
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UGA MBA Program Rises in Rankings
September 11, 2015
Forbes magazine released its biannual MBA program ranking earlier today, once again recognizing the University of Georgia Terry College of Business among the nation’s best business schools.
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ARMC Becomes 1st in NEGA & 15th Nationally to Offer MediGuide Cardiac Care
September 08, 2015
Athens Regional Medical Center is the first facility in Northeast Georgia and only the 15th nationally to use a new medical technology in cardiac procedures, similar to the global positioning system drivers use to determine the location of their vehicle on a map, that drastically reduces radiation exposure for patients and clinicians.
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5 Ways to Turn Failures at Work into Life Lessons
September 03, 2015
Mistakes are inevitable. Not only are they an essential part of being an adult. They are also responsible for some of the most brilliant inventions known to mankind. When you find yourself facing the occasional slipup and experiencing some failures at work, instead of getting frustrated, let this lift you up taller and help make you a better person.
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AT&T Upgrades Four Athens Cell Sites to Boost Wireless Network Performance
September 02, 2015
AT&T has made several upgrades to improve service for its local wireless customers and students returning to campus. In August, the company added 60% more capacity to four cell sites around Athens and the UGA campus. The stronger cell sites can handle more traffic, which helps improve mobile Internet data speeds and voice service for customers.
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School’s In Session: Do You Need More Education to Succeed in Business?
September 01, 2015
The kiddos are heading back to school in the coming weeks, and probably you’ll be a little relieved to have them out of your hair while trying to run your business. But consider: would going back to school for business provide extra benefits to you as an entrepreneur?
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Athens This Weekend: August 28th-30th
August 28, 2015
Check out the list of many fun things to do in Athens this weekend.
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Blanchard Forum Focused on Changing Leadership Culture
August 27, 2015
More than 1,200 people packed the Columbus Convention & Trade Center for the 10thannual Jim Blanchard Leadership Forum Aug. 24-25. Hosted by the Leadership Institute at Columbus State University, this year’s forum featured an acclaimed group of best-selling authors, leadership experts, and a social entrepreneur.
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Metro Athens’ Unemployment Rate Rises to 6.3%
August 27, 2015
The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that Metro Athens’ unemployment rate for July was 6.3 percent, up one-tenth of a percentage point from 6.2 percent in June. The rate in July 2014 was 7.7 percent.
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Changing the Picture for Athens Children Announces Award Dinner Honorees
August 26, 2015
An Athens non-profit dedicated to providing needed services and opportunities to local children recently announced a star-studded honoree lineup for its upcoming Awards Dinner. The Changing the Picture Awards dinner, organized by Family Connection –Communities in Schools of Athens and presented by Athens Regional Health System, will take place on Saturday, August 29th at 7pm at Broad 9A.
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How Augmented Reality Can Heat Up Summer Marketing Campaigns
August 25, 2015
With interactive solutions constantly evolving, it’s no surprise that marketing leaders are constantly looking for new ways to use technology and stay abreast of the latest digital trends that consumers now crave. One interactive tool gaining a lot of popularity is augmented reality (AR), with more than 1.4 billion downloads of mobile AR applications expected by the end of this year alone. AR transforms static displays, point-of-purchase materials, print ads or marketing collateral into real-word environments.