Next Star Communications started in 2000. They are now a retail & business partner with T-Mobile, and they currently have 20 T-Mobile retail locations and an outside sales B2B team. Next Star and T-Mobile are customer obsessed. It’s what inspires them and drives them to look for new ways to keep you seamlessly connected to what you love.
Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere.
This series is presented by C-A-B Incorporated. Since 1982, C-A-B Incorporated has been a pre-eminent leader in manufacturing and global sourcing of precision machined iron and steel products serving infrastructure, hydraulics, automotive, rail, and a variety of other industries. As a woman-owned company, C-A-B is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the “Celebrating Powerhouse Women” series, bringing focus to the many incredible women in our community making things happen.
Shelly Schwerzler/Office Creations
Established in 2001, Office Creations began with the vision of creating office environments with an innovative approach. Today, Office Creations focuses on providing clients with innovative workplaces, strategic design, and creative collaboration. The certified woman-owned business has been awarded the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s “Top 20 Dealer Award” on multiple and consecutive occasions. Their mission is to design, consult, and furnish work environments that strengthen culture, maximizes efficiency, and drives profitability, one partner, at a time. They strive to ensure that their clients are taken care of every step of the way, from sales to installation to maintenance. They are committed to excellence and providing quality service to their customers beyond the furniture install.
Official Presenting Sponsor of Celebrating Powerhouse Women
CPR Cell Phone Repair is pleased to introduce a new franchise joining its expanding network of mobile repair stores. The franchise congratulates Denise, Kiana & Eric Dancie of Dancie Enterprises, Inc. on the opening of their new CPR store, CPR Cell Phone Repair Duluth. The family has resided in Georgia for the past 33 years and in Duluth for the last 23. Originally from Cleveland, OH, Denise and her children all have tech and telecom experience working for LG, Samsung and Sony. All college graduates, the family entered this new venture as a team. Duluth CPR staff is thoroughly trained and committed to providing unparalleled customer service solutions. The Duluth store repairs damaged and malfunctioning electronics, including phones, tablets, laptops, game consoles, and drones. They sell mobile phones, tablets, computers and accessories.
Amber Lott/Paradigm Workhub
Paradigm Workhub is a professional modern-design remote workspace for anyone that is working from home and needs a place to meet clients, hold training sessions, seminars, or virtual meetings and work distraction-free. They are the perfect facility for continuing education students, book club, church and networking group meetings, and private events. They offer 24/7 access to members and are open to the public for non-member tours M-F from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Call or visit their website for rates and membership information. They offer a FREE day to try them out for first-time visitors and Gwinnett Chamber Members get $20 off their monthly membership or room rental.
Jeimy Arias/Lead with Coach Jeimy
As a John Maxwell Certified Coach, Teacher and Speaker, Jeimy Arias can offer you workshops, seminars, keynote speaking, and coaching, aiding your personal and professional growth through study and practical application of John’s proven leadership methods. “Working together, I will move you, your team or organization in the desired direction to reach your goals and take your next right step.”
This special edition of “TravelSafely with Bryan Mulligan” features the fourth installment of a limited series called “Coping with COVID”. Hosted by Bryan Mulligan, the President of Applied Information, “Coping with Covid” shares the stories and successes of people and organizations during these unprecedented times of dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic.
Joining Bryan on this installment is Marsha Anderson, General Manager for Capital Program Delivery at MARTA, to discuss how a large transit agency is coping with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Formerly she was the executive director of the Gateway85 Community Improvement District (CID), the largest CID in the state of Georgia, where her focus was on mobility, infrastructure, safety, security, and economic development.
Prior to the CID, she was the founder and president of Street Smarts, a planning, engineering and design firm; and Data Smarts, a data collection and management firm, established in 1990, both of which she sold in 2010. Marsha is an International Past President of ITE and is past Chairman of ITE’s LeadershipITE, Technical Council Design Department, Policy Committee, and Transportation Planners Council. She has been the Chair of the Goods Movement Council and author of the Urban Travel Characteristics chapter of the Transportation Planning Handbook.
About Applied Information
Applied Information is a leading developer of connected, intelligent transportation system (ITS) solutions designed to improve safety, reliability and mobility. Applied Information’s Glance Smart City Supervisory platform allows cities to manage all their traffic and ITS assets on one web-based application. This includes 5 key areas: Traffic Intersections, School Beacons, Parking Guidance System, Mobile Vehicle Assets and ITS devices. AI’s Glance TravelSafely smartphone app connects drivers, cyclists and pedestrians for a safer commute.
“Injury Insider with Derek Hays” will answer legal questions and debunk personal injury myths with insight and expertise. For nearly 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, Derek discusses slip and fall injury claims and the potential liability of businesses and home owners.
“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
The Gwinnett Superior Court is the highest trial court in Georgia, with exclusive jurisdiction over all felony criminal cases, cases regarding property, family law cases (divorce and custody matters), and cases involving injunctive relief.
Business entrepreneur Stephen Brewer joins host Jennifer Rusz virtually to discuss the launch of his online retail business.
Jennifer Rusz/Sterling Rose Consulting Corp
Jennifer Rusz has a long career working for both corporations and as an entrepreneur. Rusz began her career, in the 90’s in market intelligence, business operations and management for companies such as Mid America Research/Fact in Focus, Lucent Technologies, Kyocera Wireless, ARS/ Current Analysis and Websense Software Solutions before starting her first company in 2004. She has since been a business consultant and now Founder and CEO of Sterling Rose Consulting Corp. Sterling Rose Consulting Corp is an award-winning full service business consulting firm with three divisions, which include business consulting, marketing consulting and strategic technology consulting. For more information about Jennifer Rusz or Sterling Rose Consulting Corp, visit www.sterlingroseconsultingcorp.com or call (470) 202-8659.
About “Strategic Insights Radio”:
“Strategic Insights Radio” is intended to be an interactive radio show hosted by Sterling Rose Consulting Corp. Listeners can Tweet their questions for a live response on the radio to @sterling_rose1 or via @strategicradio. Also, suggestions on business topics that listeners would like to learn more about are welcome. Please send suggestions to info@sterlingroseconsultingcorp.com.
Chris founded Allegro Wealth Advisors to deliver independent, comprehensive advice without the constraint of external corporate pressure. He has been in the insurance and financial industries since 2004 and has been securities licensed since 2013. Chris is an Accredited Wealth Management AdvisorSM (AWMA®), which means he focuses on behavioral finance and planning for business owners and business succession.
Jane Bishop/Take the Next Step
Jane Bishop, is CEO of Take the Next Step which emerged out of her passion to help others “go for their It.” She helps small business owners and entrepreneurs strengthen and align with their inner core for success by using her coaching and training skills. When you work with Jane you will experience accomplishing your “it” and be a greater influence to those around you. Jane uses her E4U system to help clients get to the core faster to create and execute a plan for effectiveness. Jane is also a professional speaker and published author. Curious? Reach out and book a complimentary session and see where that leads.
Ryan Sauers/President of Sauers Consulting Strategies
Ryan T. Sauers has spent 25 years leading and/or consulting with visual communications and marketing related organizations. Ryan is President/Owner of the consulting firm, Sauers Consulting Strategies; Our Town Gwinnett Magazine (2 monthly magazines); and its parent company End Resultz Media.
Key areas of focus of the consulting firm include: sales training, marketing strategy, personal branding, leadership development, and organizational change.
Sauers is a frequent national speaker and columnist. He has been recognized as one of the top 80 CMO’s in the world and achieved the top designation of Certified Marketing Executive through Sales and Marketing Executives International.
Sauers is an adjunct university professor teaching leadership, marketing, and communication courses to current and aspiring leaders. Ryan is a Certified Myers Briggs, DiSC, and Emotional Intelligence Practitioner.
Marketing Matters with Ryan Sauers is a radio show presented by Air Filter Sales and Service. The show discusses topics as they relate to marketing, communications, sales, customer service, leadership and more. Host Ryan Sauers, a best-selling author and national speaker, discusses how these topics play a role in every aspect of our lives. Each episode shares tangible nuggets of information that listeners can easily understand and apply to their everyday life, whether personal or business. The show challenges listeners’ current state of thinking so they can grow to new heights and see new opportunities in business or life: which is rapidly changing, multi-generational, and noisy in nature.
Waffle House restaurants have offered the unbeatable combination of good food with outstanding service since 1955. This combination has made it a beloved icon of the South for the past 65 years. Waffle House restaurants provide a unique dining experience where regular customers are greeted by name and enjoy social interaction with their servers and other customers. All food is prepared fresh, cooked to order and served on real china in a kitchen that is out front and in full view.
Headquartered in Norcross, GA, Waffle House operates nearly 2,000 restaurants company and franchisee owned, with 90% company-owned. Each restaurant is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Waffle House holds the title as the world’s leading server of waffles, omelets, T-bone steaks and more.