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Episode 6: Business Trends to Look For in 2025

January 16, 2025 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

Episode 6: Business Trends to Look For in 2025

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Workplace Evolution in 2025 with Fred Dawkins and Jeff Spence: Trends in Culture, AI Innovation, Legal Shifts, and More

Welcome to today’s episode of Voice of Business, presented by Gwinnett Magazine. We’re thrilled to be joined by Fred Dawkins, Owner at Frederick C. Dawkins, Esq., P.C., and Jeff Spence, Founder and CEO at WithFuel, for an in-depth discussion on the dynamic shifts shaping the workplace in 2025. Together, we’ll explore the evolution of workplace culture, the growing complexity of management, and the transformative impact of AI innovation. This episode also covers timely legal and business topics such as recent rulings on salary thresholds and non-compete agreements, the rising use of fractional employees, and strategies for leveraging remote work to solve complex challenges. Whether you’re leading a startup, managing a team, or running a large organization, this episode is filled with actionable insights to help you thrive in the year ahead.

In this Episode:

Intro 00:00
Trends in Workplace Culture in 2025 03:35
Calling Employees Back to the Office 03:40
There Should be Complexity to your Management 08:36
Knowing How to Manage People 13:00
Utilizing Fractional Employees as a Small Business 19:14
How Will AI Impact the Workplace? 21:15
Salary Threshold Increase Struck Down in Texas 29:55
Non-Compete Ban Blocked Nationwide 31:24
Immigration Enforcement in the Workplace Ramped Up 39:50
Using Remote Opportunities and AI to Solve Problems 43:40

Resources & Links:

Jeff Spence – LinkedIn

Unconstrained: Fueling Opportunities & Unsucking Your Business by Jeff Spence

Fred Dawkins – LinkedIn

Frederick C. Dawkins, Esq. – Website

The Gwinnett Chamber’s “Voice of Business” Podcast is presented by Gwinnett Magazine and produced in partnership with Business RadioX. Hosted by President & CEO Nick Masino, this show features engaging fireside chats with prominent business leaders, offering invaluable insights into leadership, small business growth, economic development, and inclusive best practices in business.

Tanya Turner with Salto Systems and Frederick Taylor with Tomorrow Pictures

January 16, 2025 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Tanya Turner with Salto Systems and Frederick Taylor with Tomorrow Pictures

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Mike Sammond, Frederick Taylor, Tanya Turner, Harper LeBel

Tanya Turner/Salto Systems

Salto Systems is a leading global access solutions provider, part of the SALTO WECOSYSTEM. Salto develops pioneering facility access control, identity management, and electronic locking technology that ensures seamless, reliable, and secure experiences. Salto solutions are used in over 40,000 installations with 40 million daily users and has offices in 40 countries with a partner network that extends to every region of the globe.

Frederick Taylor/Tomorrow Pictures

Tomorrow Pictures is a media solutions company that believes the story is in the telling. They are dedicated to creating original content that matters.

Sherwin Levinson with MRC-GEM and Kristi Gorinas with Healthy Coverage for Life

January 9, 2025 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Sherwin Levinson with MRC-GEM and Kristi Gorinas with Healthy Coverage for Life

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Sherwin Levinson/MRC-GEM

MRC GEM is an all-volunteer nonprofit whose mission is to augment community health operations during large-scale emergencies, aid response to pressing health care needs, and improve community emergency preparedness. They serve Georgia’s Gwinnett, Newton, and Rockdale Counties, a highly-diverse population of well over 1.2 million people. COVID is a perfect example of when their help was needed as their volunteers provided over 17,000 hours of support, helping with 375,000 vaccinations and tests. They’ve assisted with hurricane evacuation shelters, TB testing, distributing Narcan kits, providing first aid stations at public events, among many other functions. With over 1,300 volunteers who either have an
active healthcare license or a current background check, their work has received awards and special recognition from GNR Public Health, the Gwinnett County Commission, the Georgia State Legislature, FEMA, and the U.S. Surgeon General.

Kristi Gorinas/Healthy Coverage for Life

Healthy Coverage for Life is a boutique health insurance agency focusing on customized plans that meet health needs and budget. They are experts in health, life insurance, living benefits, and long term health insurance, retirement planning, annuities, college funds and more.

Season 3, Episode 1: GWINNETT COUNTY LEADER RICHARD TUCKER

January 7, 2025 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

Season 3, Episode 1: GWINNETT COUNTY LEADER RICHARD TUCKER

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Host Stan Hall is joined by a true leader and influential figure in Gwinnett County, Richard L. Tucker. Richard is the CEO and Co-Founder of Arlington Capital. With an impressive career spanning decades, Richard has become a cornerstone of both the local business community and the state of Georgia, serving in pivotal roles such as Chairman of the Gwinnett Convention & Visitors Bureau, former President of the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, and as a long-serving member of the University System of Georgia’s Board of Regents.

The Gas South District’s “That’s The Ticket!” is the ultimate podcast exploring all things Gas South District, and a source for insights to events on campus and discussions on the wider entertainment and tourism industry. The series is hosted by Stan Hall, CEO of Gas South District and Explore Gwinnett.

For further information about Gas South District and upcoming events, visit GasSouthDistrict.com. That’s the ticket!

You can watch this podcast on YouTube (Please like and share!)

Riptide, LLC Presents Steve and Christine Strong of Adam & Eve Atlanta

January 6, 2025 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Riptide, LLC Presents Steve and Christine Strong of Adam & Eve Atlanta

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Heather Dean, CEO of Riptide, LLC, and Mike Sammond of Gwinnett Business RadioX, introduce you to Steve and Christine Strong, the owners of Adam & Eve Atlanta, an adult novelty store located at 4790 Peachtree Industrial Blvd in Berkeley Lake, GA.

About Riptide, LLC

Riptide, LLC brings 30 years of business background in technology, operations and sales strategy to the small to medium to growing sized business owner across Georgia and the Southeast. Riptide, LLC works closely with you to discuss what aspects of your business are going well, and where you could deploy better infrastructure, sales processes, and business operations. They help lay the groundwork for strong revenue growth for your company year over year. Riptide, LLC and their team focus and succeed in helping you and your product rise above the noisy marketplace, and position you for growth versus your competition.

Atlanta Gladiators Podcast – Forward Michael Marchesan

January 2, 2025 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Atlanta Gladiators Podcast - Forward Michael Marchesan

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On this month’s episode of The Atlanta Gladiators Podcast on Business RadioX, the team’s Director of Broadcasting & Communications Liam Gotimer interviews Gladiators forward Michael Marchesan to talk about his hockey career, adjusting to life in Atlanta, and a how he became a good fighter.

Team Website: AtlantaGladiators.com

Watch the video of this podcast on YouTube!

Episode 5: New Year, New Leadership

December 19, 2024 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

Episode 5: New Year, New Leadership

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New Year, New Leadership with Dr. Darice Irby and Rick Packer: Common Leadership Lessons, Navigating Change Management, Combating Burnout, and More

Welcome to today’s episode of “The Voice of Business” presented by Gwinnett Magazine, where we’re thrilled to have Dr. Darice Irby, Owner of Thriving Partners LLC, and Rick Packer, Principal Consultant at The Table Group, joining us for an inspiring conversation led by Nick Masino, President and CEO of the Gwinnett Chamber. Together, they’ll dive into the art of authentic leadership, strategies for preventing burnout, the transformative impact of AI innovation, and how to choose the right mentor to guide your leadership journey. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or a new leader, this episode is packed with actionable insights to inspire your growth in the new year.

In this Episode:

Intro 00:00
Common Leadership Lessons in 2024 03:18
Navigating Change Management 09:20
How Leaders can Prioritize their Growth & Development 10:50
Advice on Choosing a Mentor 14:30
Strategies to Combat Burnout 24:32
Advice for New Leaders 34:08

Resources & Links:

Dr. Darice Irby – LinkedIn

Thriving Partners LLC Website

Rick Packer – LinkedIn

The Table Group Website

Erik & Jose Zamora with Zamora Design and Build

December 19, 2024 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Erik & Jose Zamora with Zamora Design and Build

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Erik & Jose Zamora/Zamora Design and Build

Zamora Design and Build specializes in transforming outdoor spaces into beautiful landscapes tailored to your unique needs. With years of experience and a dedicated team, they combine natural elements with your vision to create stunning, functional designs. Their focus on careful planning and attention to detail ensures your outdoor vision is brought to life.

Gwinnett Business Radio is presented by

Riptide, LLC Presents Stephen Straub, President of Gotham Building

December 18, 2024 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Riptide, LLC Presents Stephen Straub, President of Gotham Building

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Heather Dean, CEO of Riptide, LLC, and Mike Sammond of Gwinnett Business RadioX, introduce you to Stephen Straub, the President of Gotham Building, a company dedicated to building excellence.

Based in New York City, Gotham Building serves clients by overcoming complicated construction-related issues and accomplishing the project objectives through analysis, coordination, and leadership. Gotham Building provides tailored services to suit each client’s specific needs. Through both the planning and execution phases, they ensure their client’s best interest is served.

Stephen is a results-focused, hands-on, construction professional with 20 years of experience in all aspects of the industry. He has a verifiable track record for successfully completing multi-million dollar projects through coordinating Architects, Engineers, Design Consultants, and Contractors.

About Riptide, LLC