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Millie Habtemariam with Full Circle Candles & Salon, April Smith with The Survivors’ Nest, and Abigail Gonzalez with National Junior League of Cotillions

November 13, 2025 by Mike

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Millie Habtemariam with Full Circle Candles & Salon, April Smith with The Survivors' Nest, and Abigail Gonzalez with National Junior League of Cotillions

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Abigail Gonzalez, Millie Habtemariam, April Smith

Millie Habtemariam/Full Circle Salon & Suites and Full Circle Candles

Full Circle Salon & Suites and Full Circle Candles were founded by master stylist and artisan Millie Habtemariam, whose 43-year career in beauty, education, and customer care has shaped both brands into pillars of creativity and community in Suwanee, Georgia.

Full Circle Salon & Suites is a welcoming destination for hair, barbering, and nail services, known for its artistry, personalized care, and family-centered atmosphere. Millie’s dedication to excellence and genuine connection has earned her a reputation as both a trusted stylist and a mentor in the beauty industry.

April Smith/The Survivors’ Nest

The Survivor’s Nest is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering cancer survivors and individuals facing life-altering challenges through education, wellness, and compassionate support.

Founded on the belief that healing extends beyond treatment, The Survivor’s Nest provides essential resources, restorative programs, and community outreach initiatives that
promote strength, resilience, and a renewed quality of life. Through advocacy, wellness coaching, and meaningful collaborations, the organization helps survivors rebuild with confidence, hope, and purpose.

Abigail Gonzalez/National Junior League of Cotillions Lake Lanier Chapter

The NLJC Lake Lanier Chapter provides a screen-free, in-person learning environment where young people develop the courtesies, confidence, and character essential for real-world interactions.

Through engaging instruction in etiquette, manners, and ballroom dance, students practice meaningful social skills such as introductions, conversation, and table manners. The program emphasizes honor, dignity, and integrity, culminating in elegant events where students connect face-to-face and put to practice the skills for genuine human interaction.

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Mentalist Rick Silver

October 23, 2025 by Mike

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Mentalist Rick Silver

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Steven Julian, Rick Silver, Harper LeBel

Rick Silver/Mentalist

Rick Silver has captivated audiences for over 20 years, crafting illusions and experiences that tap into the extraordinary powers of the human mind, shattering its perceptions. His show offers a unique blend of ESP demonstrations and interactive experiences, consistently delivered with practiced flair and laugh-out-loud humor.

You and your guests are invited to participate in a special performance that they will remember for a long time! Your guests will be astounded to witness their thoughts being read and impossible predictions coming to life right before their eyes.

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Ron Nocera with Sync-Up Bookkeeping and Nancy Armour with University Bank

October 2, 2025 by Mike

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Ron Nocera with Sync-Up Bookkeeping and Nancy Armour with University Bank

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Ron Nocera/Sync-Up Bookkeeping

Sync-Up Bookkeeping provides expert virtual bookkeeping services tailored to the unique needs of small businesses. They handle your financial tasks with accuracy and efficiency, freeing you to focus on what you do best – growing your business.

Nancy Armour/University Bank

University Bank Reverse Mortgage division has educated thousands of clients, elder law attorneys, financial professionals, health professionals, government agencies, and non-profits about the benefits and effective use of reverse mortgages. Their University Bank Reverse Mortgage division only does reverse mortgages, and they are proud to be one of America’s oldest and most respected sources of reverse mortgage information and advice. As a team, they share a passion for Seniors, and they are deeply committed to their needs. They pride themselves in delivering honest, valuable advice to clients as if they were our own family. They will always do business this way.

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Ken Jackson with Leadership Gwinnett and Ray Bitzel with Bitzel’s Chocolate

September 25, 2025 by Mike

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Ken Jackson with Leadership Gwinnett and Ray Bitzel with Bitzel's Chocolate

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Ken Jackson/Leadership Gwinnett

Leadership Gwinnett is a leadership nonprofit that educates, equips, and engages leaders from across every industry including business, government, education, nonprofits, and much more. Leadership Gwinnett has been around for over 40 years and now has a thriving network of alumni who are actively shaping Gwinnett’s future. Through its flagship nine-month program, Glance Gwinnett, and alumni events, it helps leaders build connections and inspire civic involvement.

Ray Bitzel/Bitzel’s Chocolate

Welcome to Bitzel’s Chocolate, where their love for chocolate meets conscious craftsmanship. Created on site, their chocolates use natural ingredients, are single-origin, and cater to diverse needs including gluten-free, organic, and non-GMO. Their team’s blend of culinary talents, entrepreneurial spirit, and profound love for chocolate ensures a memorable experience that honors the finest chocolate traditions.

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Jay Thurlow with The Insurance Shop/Kinetic Pathways

September 4, 2025 by Mike

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Jay Thurlow with The Insurance Shop/Kinetic Pathways

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Jay Thurlow/The Insurance Shop/Kinetic Pathways

The Insurance Shop‘s Jay Thurlow is a fiduciary financial advisor known for his thoughtful, education-first approach and deep commitment to serving clients with integrity. His advisory style is rooted in real-world experience, personal conviction, and a lifetime of learning.

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John Benton with FuturePlan

August 28, 2025 by Mike

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John Benton with FuturePlan

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Harper Lebel, John Benton, Steven Julian

John Benton/FuturePlan

FuturePlan is a dynamic network of leading third party administrators (TPAs) from across the nation, united to become one dedicated organization with a shared vision for transforming the retirement industry. They’ve created a new national model to deliver the highest possible levels of expertise, care and service to advisors and their clients. Their visionary way of working preserves the local TPA relationships, expertise, and entrepreneurial ingenuity you’ve always trusted, now backed by the strength and security of Ascensus.

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Terry Swaim with White Oak Wealth Management and Marie Monet with Amplification Institute

August 14, 2025 by Mike

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Terry Swaim with White Oak Wealth Management and Marie Monet with Amplification Institute

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Terry Swaim/White Oak Wealth Management

The team of seasoned professionals at White Oak Wealth Management is committed to delivering personalized wealth planning and investment solutions while building lasting relationships based on trust and integrity.

Marie Monet/Amplification Institute

Amplification Institute was founded to amplify human potential and business performance through cutting-edge skills training in AI and digital automation. They cut through the noise to help business owners and professionals understand which AI tools actually move the needle, how to implement them effectively, and how to avoid the common pitfalls that waste time and money. Their mission is practical AI application that delivers real results.

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Mike O’Neill with Loyal Trust Bank and Jessica Poggi with Center for the Visually Impaired

August 7, 2025 by Mike

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Mike O'Neill with Loyal Trust Bank and Jessica Poggi with Center for the Visually Impaired

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Mike O’Neill/Loyal Trust Bank

Loyal Trust Bank is a multi-cultural community bank headquartered in Johns Creek, GA, focused primarily on business banking and start-up companies in the North Atlanta market.

Jessica Poggi/Center for the Visually Impaired

The mission of the Center for the Visually Impaired (CVI) is to empower individuals affected by vision loss to live with independence and dignity. With a strong 60-year history as a nonprofit in Atlanta, CVI has been dedicated to helping low vision patients, and they are excited to share information about the CVI Satellite Low Vision Clinic in Gwinnett County.

Located in Lawrenceville, this low vision clinic provides essential convenience and resources for low vision patients when glasses and surgeries cannot restore vision.

Additionally, CVI offers home visits for occupational vision therapy and telehealth appointments to ensure their low vision clients remain active members of the community.

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Niranga Sumanatilleke with Pet Supplies Plus Buford and Wendy & Jeremy Smith with AtWork West Gwinnett

July 10, 2025 by Mike

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Niranga Sumanatilleke with Pet Supplies Plus Buford and Wendy & Jeremy Smith with AtWork West Gwinnett

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Jeremy Smith, Wendy Smith, Niranga Sumanatilleke

Niranga Sumanatilleke/Pet Supplies Plus Buford

Pet Supplies Plus Buford is dedicated to creating a neighborly, pet-loving atmosphere where pets and their owners feel right at home. Just like their sister stores across the country, the Buford location is stocked with a wide variety of high-quality pet products, from natural and holistic food options to unique toys and essential supplies.

Their friendly and knowledgeable team is there to answer questions, offer advice, and even help carry your bags to the car — a hallmark of Pet Supplies Plus hospitality. Like other stores, they’re thrilled to offer grooming services that make pets look and feel their best, with expert groomers who are gentle, caring, and trained to meet individual pet needs. Pet Supplies Plus Buford is more than just a pet store, it’s a part of the community, helping neighbors find exactly what their pets need.

Wendy & Jeremy Smith/AtWork West Gwinnett

For more than three decades, AtWork’s mission has been to connect people with jobs, and jobs with people. With over 100 locations nationwide, AtWork puts nearly 40,000 individuals to work each year in administrative, light-industrial, accounting and finance, hospitality, IT, and management-level positions at some of the nation’s largest and most recognizable companies.

AtWork West Gwinnett is locally owned by Wendy Smith and her husband, Jeremy. Wendy brings more than 25 years of experience in human resources and has operated her own HR consulting firm since 2017. She is a Six Sigma Master Black Belt and has earned certification in AI strategy from Cornell University, with a focus on how AI is transforming the workforce. Jeremy, a dedicated father and soccer coach, is passionate about team building and fostering strong community connections with local youth.

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