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Suki Janssen, Elaine Oakes & Sandra Webb of the Northeast GA Solid Waste Summit visits Inside the Winners’ Circle

January 4, 2012 by angishields

Inside the Winner's Circle

Suki Janssen, Elaine Oakes & Sandra Webb of the Northeast GA Solid Waste Summit visits Inside the Winners' Circle

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The Northeast Georgia Regional Solid Waste Management Authority (NGRSWMA), in cooperation with the Northeast Georgia Regional Commission (NEGRC), is hosting the Northeast Georgia Solid Waste Summit on Friday, January 27, 2012 at the Classic Center in downtown Athens. In this informational fair involving 10 different counties in Northeast GA, organizations, agencies and private companies involved in solid waste education, reduction, recycling, disposal, collection and land issues will be on hand to answer questions and distribute informational material.

In this episode of Inside the Winners’ Circle, Joyce is joined by 3 magnificent women deeply involved in the Solid Waste Management programs of their respective counties.

Suki Janssen is the Waste Reduction Administrator for Athens-Clarke County, Georgia. Her duties include the contract management of the public/private recycling facility in Athens-Clarke County, a variety of waste reduction events, local green school program, and more. Prior to her position in Athens-Clarke County, she was a Program Coordinator for the Keep Georgia Beautiful program within the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. She was responsible for the coordination of Winning Water: Children’s Water Festival, Waste in Place teacher workshops and a variety of education initiatives for the KGB program. She is a certified middle grades teacher, Georgia Recycling Coalition President for 2008-09, and Northeast Georgia Regional Solid Waste Management Authority board member. She is married to Chris Janssen, a middle school math teacher in Oconee County, and lives with two dogs, two chinchillas and six snakes.

Elaine Oakes is originally from Thomasville, GA, but has resided in Monroe since 1974. She learned about environmental stewardship at an early age from her father, who always stressed the importance of using our natural resources wisely. She became a volunteer for Walton Clean and Beautiful in 1987 and was hired as a part-time director in 1989. The program is the Walton County affiliate to keep America Beautiful, Inc whose mission is” to engage individuals to take greater responsibility for improving their community environments”. Since that time, Elaine’s position has expanded to include managing the Walton County Recycling Center as well as the Keep Walton Beautiful (as it is now called) volunteer network. The focus has expanded from litter prevention and recycling to also include beautification and education on non-point source pollution

Sandra Webb is the Executive Director of Keep Madison County Beautiful & Recycling Center. Her duties include educational classes in the schools and helping plan environmental programs for Madison County.

Paolo Lucci talks about Brand Licensing in Italy

January 3, 2012 by angishields

BrandMoney

Paolo Lucci talks about Brand Licensing in Italy

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On January 4, 2012 listen to our interview with Paolo Lucci, Branding and Licensing specialist in Italy. Paolo is the author of book Brand Jam, a book launched in 2010 which has quickly become a key reference in the Italian licensing business community.

Paolo is an experienced marketing and sales manager with a broad background in major well known brands. Paolo Lucci served as product manager, marketing manager, sales manager, and licensing manager in global companies, leaders in entertainment and FMCG markets such as Ferrero, Hasbro, Walt Disney Company.

In 2001, Paolo started his own licensing consultancy LucciTm. In 2007 Paolo started up Kazachok Italy in association with the Kazachok French group, and finally in 2010 launched BrandJam.it, online magazine, specialized in lifestyle/brand licensing.

With a team of 5 specialists both division Kazachok Italy and Brand Jam reach over 8,500 licensing and branding professional worldwide daily, with the mission of broadening licensing knowledge of licensors licensees and retailers.

First Show Launch Date Selected: Monday, January 23 at 2:30 pm EST

December 30, 2011 by angishields

Buckingham Business Review announces the launch date of their first show: Monday afternoon, 2:30 pm on January 23, 2012. Check back soon to learn the names of guests who will be appearing on this show.

Alan Urech and LaShanda Neal introduce 200 Office… Co-Working Downtown

December 30, 2011 by angishields

BRX National

Alan Urech and LaShanda Neal introduce 200 Office... Co-Working Downtown

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Alan Urech and LaShanda Neal

Allison Schultz – Director of Sales at 200 Peachtree

December 29, 2011 by angishields

BRX National

Allison Schultz - Director of Sales at 200 Peachtree

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On this show, Allison talks to Alan Urech and Dana Barrett about her previous experience as Private Events Director at the Buckhead Club and Banquet Manager at the Capital City Club. She discusses recent events at 200 Peachtree including conferences, weddings, exhibitions, and fundraisers. The group also talks about memories of the old Davison’s/Macy’s department stores. Finally, Allison promotes the flexibility of both The Atrium at 200 Peachtree as well as 200 Conference Center to be customized for a wide array of events including weddings, car shows, and even acrobatic performances! For more information, log onto www.200peachtree.com.

BevAnn Bonds – My first post

December 29, 2011 by angishields

BRX National

BevAnn Bonds - My first post

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Event Title –

“Franchising as a Career, an Investment, or Both”

Event Description –

Have you been considering business ownership as a career change, a supplemental income source or an additional layer of retirement security? Have you stopped short of looking into franchising because you think it’s all fast food, or it’s too expensive? Mark Cory, franchise placement specialists from FranNet, will bust some common franchise myths, and enlighten you on the wide-range of categories and investment levels available today. He’ll also discuss the various entry strategies available in the world of franchising, ranging from single unit owner/operator to semi-absentee investor to regional developer. You’ll learn whether franchising could be a path for achieving your goals, and if so, how to go about finding the RIGHT fit for you!

Following is a brief outline of the topics covered in FranNet’s seminar:

General discussion of the reasons that compel individuals to start their own business in the first place.
A comparison of the pros and cons of starting a business from scratch, buying an existing business or starting a franchise.
How franchising can provide a desirable alternative to traditional employment by reducing the risk of ownership to an acceptable level through proven business systems, comprehensive training and ongoing support.
Basic information on franchising, including the range of industry categories, entry and long-term strategies, investment levels and fees.
The legal regulations governing franchising that protect the buyer.
A strategic approach to defining your personal business model, quantifying your returns and safely researching and selecting the business opportunity that’s right for you.
•Growth trends and choices in franchising that offer stability and success in weak and strong economies.
•A brief overview of FranNet’s no-fee, no-obligation consulting service is also provided.Register by email (http://www.200-office.com/) or by calling (313) 821-5060

Location –

Offices of Rehmann CPAs

39300 West Twelve Mile Road | Suite 100 | Farmington Hills, MI

ShowBiz Atlanta launches Wednesday, January 4th at 3:30pm

December 28, 2011 by angishields

Host Dana Barrett interviews everyone from casting agents and locations scouts to permitting experts, producers, and all of the assorted vendors who make productions in Atlanta possible.

Women on Top launches 2012!

December 28, 2011 by angishields

Women on Top is a live weekly radio broadcast where female executives from public, private and non-profit sectors share a behind-the-scenes glimpse at what it’s like being a key leader in a top organization.

We interview high achievers about their success, find out how they carved a path to realizing their goals and how they reinvest back into their community.

We uncover what really goes on at the top; straight from the executive floor boardroom, our guests reveal the unwritten rules of business, sharing best practices in leadership and how they stay one-step ahead in a world of constant change.

Hear real stories from mentors about professional growth, and their source of courage to boldly go where no man has gone before. Join us for Women on Top.

Elizabeth Gordon

Flourishing Businesss, LLC

Laura Jalbert, Founder of Mindful Transitions

December 22, 2011 by angishields

Eugeria

Laura Jalbert, Founder of Mindful Transitions

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Laura Jalbert is a rare Atlanta native! She earned both undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Georgia (go Dawgs). Though Laura is a licensed clinical social worker trained in mental health, it wasn’t until an experience with a great grandmother that she knew she was meant to work with seniors. In her words, the senior community “chose her”! When her great grandmother developed an affinity with her, despite the lack of recognition of who she was, Laura knew she was destined to a career with seniors.

After graduating from UGA, Laura started her career in an assisted living community in Buckhead. She moved from their into an in-patient geriatric psych unit, then on to a private practice in a doctor’s office, where she still practices. In addition to this practice, Laura started a company in 2007 called Mindful Transitions. Mindful Transitions is focused on assisting seniors make transitions in life – whether emotional transitions due to a loss, or social transitions, due to a physical move. Her services are typically covered by Medicare or private secondary insurance. To find out more, visit Laura’s website at www.mindfultransitions.com. Alternatively, you can call her at (678) 637-7166.

We want to thank Griswold Special Care for sponsoring today’s show. Griswold Special Care has been a preferred provider of high quality, affordable in-home senior care in Dallas and Atlanta for 20 years.