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LIVE REMOTE: “Tee It Up To End Domestic Violence” Golf Tournament

June 14, 2021 by Mike

Partnership Against Domestic Violence hosted it’s 1st Annual “Tee It Up To End Domestic Violence” Golf Tournament on June 11, 2021 at Bear’s Best Atlanta.

Since 1977, PADV has worked passionately and tirelessly to end the crime of intimate partner violence and empower its survivors. The charity golf outing featured an 18-hole scramble and a beginner’s clinic. This special day allowed the community to take a visible stance against abuse and help end the crime of intimate partner violence. Golfers of every skill level competed for prizes and bragging rights.

Gwinnett Business RadioX dedicated a special Community Spotlight podcast promoting the event a month earlier, and then was on-site at Bear’s Best Atlanta on the day of the tournament broadcasting live remotes during the afternoon to interview organizers, sponsors and golfers. The live broadcasts were proudly presented by Buffington Burns Electric.

Nancy Friauf (PADV President & CEO) and Sue Wyatt (Tournament Co-Chair)

Carey Herron (PADV Board of Directors)

Brian Shia and Randy Redner (Tournament Sponsors and Golfers)

Dr. Yamma Brown (PADV Board of Directors)

STRATEGIC INSIGHTS RADIO: Real Talk About Real Estate

June 10, 2021 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

STRATEGIC INSIGHTS RADIO: Real Talk About Real Estate

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Tiffany Gray/T.A.M.G. Realty

T.A.M.G. Realty Inc. is a full-service brokerage firm specializing in assisting clients in buying and selling commercial and residential real estate. They also service commercial loans and can assist with obtaining capital for small business owners.

Since its founding, T.A.M.G. Realty has taken a personal interest in each of their clients and they are passionate about helping them achieve their goals. They view each transaction as an opportunity to build long-lasting relationships and pride themselves in providing the highest level of professionalism and service.

Ken Tevis/True Source Funding

True Source Funding has been providing real solutions to small and medium businesses throughout the United States through a variety of business loans since 2007. Their funding advisors have the product knowledge and years of experience to help you get approved. Don’t be embarrassed by bad credit. They understand and are here to provide the funding your business needs.

PHONE: 1-888-370-8702 EMAIL: info@truesourcefunding.com

Mental and Behavioral Health

June 10, 2021 by Mike

Giving Back To Gwinnett

Mental and Behavioral Health

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Chad Jones, Heather Loveridge and Farley Barge

Chad Jones/View Point Health

View Point Health is a community behavioral health center utilizing a team of psychiatrists, nurses, licensed counselors and social workers, as well as other professionals, to provide services to individuals who need treatment and support to cope with mental illness, substance abuse, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. View Point Health serves uninsured, underinsured, low-income Medicaid, Medicare, war veterans, and some private insurance across multiple locations with a full continuum of behavioral health services and supports. The services provided by View Point Health contribute to the reduction in homelessness, reduction in crime and subsequent incarcerations, higher graduation rates, lower dropout rates, decreased ER visits, and decreased inpatient admissions.

Farley Barge/Navigate Recovery

Navigate Recovery Gwinnett is a Recovery Community Organization (RCO) committed to supporting individuals and families in recovery from addiction. Safe Harbor is an Addiction Recovery Support Center. Services are provided at no charge. Their mission is to serve individuals and families impacted by addiction, connecting them to the resources they need and removing barriers that prevent them from getting and staying well. Their vision is a community that treats addiction as a chronic condition and those who are affected with dignity and respect.

Host: Heather Loveridge/Magnolia Media Group

At the heart of marketing is great storytelling – and that’s what they do at Magnolia Media Group. Whether it’s through social media, e-newsletters, websites, brochures or complete marketing services, they help organizations tell their story.

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Answering Design Questions from Listeners

June 9, 2021 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

Answering Design Questions from Listeners

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Let Leta take you on a journey of faith, life, travel, and interior design. Leta Brooks is the star of the hit podcast “Status Life With Leta.” Reaching a record number of downloads in a very short amount of time, Leta engages her audience with her honesty, captivating stories, and her talent for teaching. “Status Life With Leta” is a lifestyle podcast and blog which focuses on everything you need to know to enhance your life, your health, and your home.

Leta uses her 20+ years of experience as a practicing interior designer to teach trends, design styles, and tips on how to make a house a home. She also guides her followers to a lifestyle of better mental, physical, and spiritual health. With her “sweetie”, Derek Hays, as her co-host, they entertain listeners with playful banter and real life situations. Her mission is to help each and every listener #designyourlife.

Status Life with Leta is brought to you by Status Home Design, and by the Law Office of Derek M. Hays at 404-777-HURT.

On this episode, Leta answers several questions submitted by listeners.

Leta Brooks/Status Home Design

Status Home Design is a 12.000 sq ft retail store located in the Kohls Plaza of Hamilton Mill at 2240 Hamilton Creek Pkwy, Dacula, Georgia. They have 70 different merchants inside the store selling furniture and home goods of various styles. Their Status Carpenters can rehab, refinish, or repaint almost anything. This fantastic team of carpenters also custom builds tables, bookcases, cabinets, and barn doors. Status Design Studio, Inc., their award winning full-service interior design firm is also located inside the store. Their designers, provide exemplary service for all your home and business needs. Status Home Design’s knowledge of the latest trends and access to an abundance of manufacturers for furniture and all home decor items, sets them apart from the rest. Last, but certainly not least, they have an in-house seamstress and upholstery workshop.

Contact Leta at lbrooks@statushomedesign.com

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Susan Strawn and Renee Roos with Paradigm Security Services

June 9, 2021 by Mike

Case In Point

Susan Strawn and Renee Roos with Paradigm Security Services

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Susan Strawn, Rick Strawn and Renee Roos

Susan Strawn (CFO) & Renee Roos (Dir. of HR)/Paradigm Security Services

Paradigm Security Services is a “boots-on-the-ground” security solutions provider in all venues requiring physical protection personnel. Paradigm also provides consulting on security options and needs, marked patrol services, and training in both personal security and commercial employee training. Paradigm’s mission is “Superior Security through Superior Training”. Having their own onsite Training Academy, consisting of two State Certified Trainers, Paradigm provides security officer training, firearms training, and outside training in security related matters.

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Lowering the Bar: More Crazy Lawsuits!

June 2, 2021 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

Lowering the Bar: More Crazy Lawsuits!

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“Injury Insider with Derek Hays” answers legal questions and debunks personal injury myths with insight and expertise. For 25 years, Derek has exclusively represented injured parties in Georgia. Now, he’d like to put that knowledge to work for you!

On this episode, host Derek Hays shares another list of unbelievable, crazy and funny lawsuits that you won’t believe!

“Injury Insider with Derek Hays” is brought to you by Status Home Design, your one-stop-shop for all your home and gift needs.

About The Law Office of Derek M. Hays

The Law Office of Derek M. Hays is located in the heart of downtown Lawrenceville at 30 Lumpkin Street, Suite C in Lawrenceville, GA . We are just minutes away from the Lawrenceville Square and Gwinnett Justice and Administrative Center.

Derek Hays, owner and founder of the Law Office of Derek M. Hays, is among Georgia’s elite trial lawyers, recognized for his work on behalf of victims of car wrecks, nursing home negligence and other personal injury claims. He has successfully obtained approximately $125,000,000 in combined verdicts and settlements in his almost 25 years practicing law. Nationally, he is one of America’s Top 100 Lifetime Achievement Award recipients, earned by the most skilled and ethical attorneys. Derek M. Hays has also been honored as Gwinnett Magazine’s “Best of Gwinnett” every year since 2015 as well as being a valued member of the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

Mr. Hays believes communication is key and this sets him apart from other firms. He is committed to clients and manages each case while discussing all aspects of your claim with you from the beginning, answering questions and guiding you through the process to maximize your compensation.

Call for a free, no risk case evaluation – 404-777-HURT

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Continuing the Conversation with GYP: Diverse Experiences in the Workplace

May 28, 2021 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Continuing the Conversation with GYP: Diverse Experiences in the Workplace

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Less than a week after the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce hosted it’s inaugural Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) Summit, Gwinnett Young Professionals (GYP) hosted it’s very own “Continuing the Conversation” Summit on May 26, 2021 to dive deeper into the diverse experiences of young professionals in the workplace.

The event began with a guided exercise to allow attendees to get to know each other. That was followed by a panel discussion which offered honest, positive, respectful, open-minded and productive dialogue about diversity, equity and inclusion in today’s society and workplace from a young professionals’ point of view.

PANELISTS:

Nury Castro | Administrator, Georgia Gwinnett College

Nury Lizeth Castro is a dynamic and forward thinker, intentional community builder, and healing agent. Her practice is guided by scholarship, theory, intersectionality, critical consciousness, and principles that center community and social equity. Her natural talent, unwavering tenacity, and ability to center theory-to-practice have allowed Nury to serve in various roles as a university and college administrator. Nury is currently a doctoral student at the University of Dayton and she received a Master of Public Administration and Bachelor of Science from North Carolina State University.

Janelle King | Founder, Excel Leadership

Janelle King is an I/O Consultant and Certified Life & Leadership Coach. It is her mission to help organizations, teams, professionals, and people reimagine and redesign the way they do life and work through the power of purpose and the science and practice of industrial-organizational psychology. She is currently living out this mission as an I-O Consultant to organizations through her company Excel Leadership, where she creates purpose-driven and engaging cultures for organizations, teams, and professionals to excel and thrive in the workplace. She also serves as a Certified Life & Leadership Coach through her personal and professional development company, Life Designer University, where she coaches women to design a life and career they love.

Cole Porter | Vice President, Porter Steel

Cole Porter is the current Vice President of Porter Steel and past owner of multiple small business ventures. A graduate of the University of Georgia and a lifelong Atlanta native, Cole focuses most of his energy today on facilitating growth, development, and efficiency in his employees, work processes, and business relationships. Additionally, he places a large emphasis on community involvement and integrity in business.

Kam Phillips | Founder, The Kam Phillips Group

Kam Phillips is a certified Life & Leadership Coach and Inspirational Speaker who specializes in developing teens, students, and early career professionals into emerging leaders. After graduating with a Bachelor’s in Economics from Emory University and excelling in the corporate world with firms such as ETRADE, AllianceBernstein, and JPMorgan Private Bank, Kam decided to walk away from his career in finance. Kam now uses his gifts to help students and young adults navigate through difficult transitions by providing speaking engagements that positively impact their personal development, emotional well-being, and career trajectory.

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Jasmine Billings | Community Development Manager, City of Lawrenceville

Jasmine Billings is a vibrant, intentional community builder, passionate about growth in the community through building relationships, developing partnerships, supporting youth advocacy, and strategic civic engagement/awareness. Serving as the Community Development Manager for the City of Lawrenceville, Jasmine is experienced in Event Management and Community Outreach, with a passion for Sport Management. Through connectivity and shared experiences, her drive is to educate and engage with youth and create awareness through workforce development.

Tommy Easley | Ticket Sales Director, Atlanta Gladiators

Tommy Easley is the Ticket Sales Director with the Atlanta Gladiators Professional Hockey Club. He is entering his 5th season with the club where his focus is on business development through season tickets and premium hospitality. Tommy is a current member of the Gwinnett County Young Professionals Board. Prior to joining the Gladiators, Tommy has worked with the Chicago Bulls and Cincinnati Reds.

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: “Tee It Up To End Domestic Violence” Golf Tournament

May 28, 2021 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: "Tee It Up To End Domestic Violence" Golf Tournament

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One out of every four women will experience domestic violence. Since 1977, Partnership Against Domestic Violence (PADV) has worked passionately and tirelessly to end the crime of intimate partner violence and empower its survivors. Join them as they continue to work to combat and educate about abuse, or let them know how they can serve you as you seek safety. Call the PADV crisis line to get or give help at (404) 873-1766 (outside Georgia, call 800-799-SAFE).

The “Tee It Up To End Domestic Violence” charity golf outing will feature an 18-hole scramble and a beginner’s clinic. Whether as a company, family or individual, take a visible stance against abuse by teeing up to end domestic violence. Golfers of every skill level are invited to compete for prizes and bragging rights. They are extremely grateful for everyone who sponsors, donates, plays, and volunteers. Your compassion and support of this tournament will save and change the lives of your neighbors and friends!

June 11, 2021 @ Bear’s Best – Atlanta
Golf Registration @ 9:00 am
Shotgun Start @ 10:00 am
Beginners Clinic Registration @ 10:45 am
Beginners Clinic Start @ 11:00 am
REGISTER OR DONATE HERE

Making and Implementing Long Term Plans (Part 2 of 2)

May 28, 2021 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

Making and Implementing Long Term Plans (Part 2 of 2)

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On this second episode of a 2-part series on making and implementing long term goals and strategies, hosts Randy Brunson and Sandy Leroux discuss the final two keys: automate it and give it time.

Randy Brunson/Centurion Advisory Group

Randy Brunson is the founding shareholder of Centurion Advisory Group. Randy has invested most of his forty-year career in financial services. He spent several years on the institutional side and had the opportunity to start a successful financial planning firm in 1991. Centurion Advisory Group serves individual and corporate clients, both in Georgia and throughout the country, offering personal and business financial planning, retirement plan design and management, and investment management services.

Randy studied engineering and marketing at UT Chattanooga. Randy currently holds the Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF®) and CKA designation and makes it a priority to stay on top of his knowledge in the financial industry through continuing professional educational opportunities and reading. In addition, Randy has completed studies in qualified plan design, estate planning and business transition planning and he enjoys speaking and writing regularly on these topics.

Sandy LeRoux/Centurion Advisory Group

Sandy LeRoux, has been with Centurion Advisory Group since early 2015. She serves as co-advisor and team lead and has primary responsibility for a number of client relationships. Sandy is a skilled and dedicated Financial Planner with more than 20 years’ experience in the executive level of business and finance. For 15 years, she served as Controller and Human Resources Administrator for LeRoux Entertainment, a multimillion-dollar company with over 250 employees in six states.

Following her desire to serve the broader community, Sandy served as the Executive Assistant to the lead pastor of The Bridge Church. During her time there, she especially enjoyed developing strategic pathways and action plans based on the priorities, vision, and initiatives of the pastor and congregation. Sandy also worked at the executive level of First Covenant Bank in Roswell, GA. Her talents in the financial and faith-based organizations are what led her to Centurion Advisory Group.

Sandy received her Bachelor’s Degree in Finance with a Minor in Accounting from UGA and her MBA in Corporate Finance from Georgia State University. Currently, Sandy is working towards her Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation.