May 2016 Video
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GDEcD's Tom Croteau on Thriving Industry Sectors in Georgia
May 31, 2016
Deputy Commissioner of Global Commerce at the Georgia Department of Economic Development, Tom Croteau talks about industry sectors across the state that are continuing to grow. He touches on the Automotive and Aerospace industries, as well as the 20 Fortune 500 Company Headquarters that call Georgia home.
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Friday Funday: Stephen Kuzniak Enjoys Being Active
May 27, 2016
Stephen Kuzniak with the Selig Center for Economic Growth at UGA talks about what he enjoys outside of the office - running, spending time with family, and riding his bike around the community.
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Shana Young on Task Oriented vs People Oriented
May 26, 2016
Director of the Columbus State University Leadership Institute Shana Young talks about Task Oriented vs People Oriented.
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United States Senator Johnny Isakson on the Importance of Military for Georgia
May 25, 2016
Senior United States Senator from Georgia Johnny Isakson talks about the critical role Georgia plays in defense of our country, and the importance of keeping our bases and military strong.
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Ryan Carty on Creating Internships for UGA Grady Journalism Students
May 24, 2016
Director of Experiential Learning at Grady College of Journalism & MC at University of Georgia, Ryan Carty talks about helping set up internship programs for students at the College.
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Friday Funday: Chris Lloyd Enjoys North Carolina - Lake Country
May 20, 2016
Owner of Hilltop Grille, Chris Lloyd talks about his love for North Carolina and its lake country in this week's Friday Funday video.
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CFG CEO Buzz Law Discusses Strategies for Charitable Contributions
May 18, 2016
President & CEO of Creative Financial Group Buzz Law talks about maximizing your charitable contributions year round, not just at the end of the year.
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Dr. Philip Lanoue On the Great Promise Partnership in Athens
May 17, 2016
Superintendent for the Athens Clark County School System Dr. Philip Lanoue discusses the Great Promise Partnership and how the partnership between the school system and the manufacturing and business communities. He also talks about the important role this program has on developing the future area's workforce.
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Kris Vaughn on Georgia Forward & Georgia Young Gamechangers
May 13, 2016
Executive Director of Georgia Forward, Kris Vaughn talks about the mission of Georgia Forward and the Georgia Young Gamechangers Program, which brings young professionals from all over the state to a community to develop ideas to foster growth. She also announces where the Fall class of Young Gamechangers will be participating!
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Mike Cassidy on the Georgia Research Alliance & the Importance of Research in Our Universities
May 12, 2016
President and CEO of the Georgia Research Alliance, Mike Cassidy discusses the importance of research in our universities, which contribute over $2 billion in research each year in Georgia. He also details how the Georgia Research Alliance facilitates these endeavors into new jobs and initiatives.
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Randy Jackson on the Future of Kia Manufacturing in Georgia & the Advanced Manufacturing Workforce
May 11, 2016
Chief Administrative Officer for Kia Manufacturing Randy Jackson discusses what the future looks like for Kia here in Georgia. He talks about how the company is committing to education initiatives to help prepare the workforce of the future.
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BCBS of Georgia President Jeff Fusile on LiveHealth Online Initiative & Impact on Rural Health
May 10, 2016
President of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia, Jeff Fusile talks about the growth of Telehealth and the launch of LiveHealth Online as a service for Blue Cross Blue Shield members, and how this can impact rural healthcare across the state.
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Sara Dunn on Oconee State Bank & Online Banking Adoption
May 09, 2016
AVP of Electronic Banking Officer at Oconee State Bank, Sara Dunn talks about the bank and the growing adoption of technology and how that is changing the financial services industry.
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TCSG Commissioner Gretchen Corbin Talks About the Strategic Industries Workforce Development Grant
May 06, 2016
Commissioner of the Technical College System of Georgia, Gretchen Corbin talks about how important workforce development is for our state, and discusses two important initiatives - Move on When Ready, and the available Strategic Industries Workforce Development Grant, which allows students to receive free tuition to study in a high demand area of need in our state.
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Henry Kelly on Georgia Power's Support of Communities & Organizations Across the State
May 05, 2016
Director of Corporate Relations at Georgia Power, Henry Kelly discusses the company's efforts to make our state better through their philanthropic efforts. in 2015, Georgia Power invested $17 million in communities and non-profit organizations across the state. In addition, 6,000 employees and retirees completed more than 160,000 volunteer hours – an all-time record for the company.
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Brian Evans Talks About the St. Mary's Wellness Center
May 03, 2016
Director of Corporate Health Services for St. Mary's Health Care System, Brian Evans discusses the Wellness Center at St. Mary's, which is offered to the entire community. He also talks about the services that the provide through the center.
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Charles Watson on Their Accounting Firm & Why They Chose a Boutique Model
May 02, 2016
Owner and CEO of Smart Accounting Solutions Charles Watson discusses their consulting/boutique model of approaching accounting and working with clients.
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Hank Linginfelter on Being Chair of the 2016 Georgia Chamber & Georgia 2030 Initiative
May 02, 2016
Executive Vice President of AGL Resources Hank Linginfelter talks about being Chair of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce for 2016, the role the Chamber plays in our state, and the Chamber's Georgia 2030 Initiative.