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Brock Kolls with TechConnectHub.com & TechSquare Labs, Edward Getty with TechConnectHub.com, and Kacie Lett Gordon with 352 Inc.

October 10, 2017 by Mike

North Fulton Business Radio

Brock Kolls with TechConnectHub.com & TechSquare Labs, Edward Getty with TechConnectHub.com, and Kacie Lett Gordon with 352 Inc.

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John Ray, Brock Kolls, Kacie Lett Gordon, Edward Getty

Brock Kolls/TechConnectHub.com & TechSquare Labs

Brock Kolls is a serial entrepreneur who develops market-changing technology by identifying and capturing intellectual property around breakthrough innovation. He is a prolific inventor and U.S. Patent Agent. He took a FinTech startup to a successful NASDAQ exit. He was a member of Coca-Cola R&D and started Coca-Cola’s global open innovation program, scouting for technologies worldwide. Now his focus is TechConnectHub.com (TCH), an online innovators community he founded to connect corporates with innovation needs to researchers, entrepreneurs, and startups who have solutions. TechSquare Labs is a TCH innovation hub where he leads a corporate innovation program. He is also a co-founder of Enterprise Innovation, an event series focused on the interface between corporate innovation and the startup community.

Edward Getty/TechConnectHub.com

Dr. Ed Getty has over 28 years of R&D Technology Management & Strategy experience gained over twenty years while creating and managing world-class open/external innovation business models, processes and capabilities for:

– The Procter & Gamble Company: Connect + Develop(SM) Program
– The Coca-Cola Company: External Technology Acquisition Program
– Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company: Global External Alliance Program
– Mars Incorporated: Global External Innovation Program

Through his external innovation journeys, Dr. Getty has been mentoring and cultivating entrepreneurs and startups in how to work with large enterprises, helping develop mutually beneficial relationship agreements, and coaching the startup community on how to move from prototype to commercial scale.

He is currently Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer at TechConnectHub.com where he is working to connect corporate innovation challenges to capabilities and solutions from researchers, entrepreneurs, and startup communities around the world.

Kacie Lett Gordon/352 Inc.

Kacie Lett Gordon is the VP of Client Engagement at 352 Inc., a product development and innovation firm based in Tech Square. 352 works with Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 companies to ideate, validate and accelerate growth opportunities. She is also the Co-Founder of EnterpriseInnovation.com, and the Atlanta-based Enterprise Entrepreneurship Series. The event series brings together corporate innovation and business leaders to create community around best practices and thought leadership. 352 has helped companies like Cox Automotive, INVISTA, Verizon Telematics and Fifth Third Bank transform their businesses.

Luke Keller with Amplio Recruiting, Diane Dixon with Stryde Savings, and Alex Porter with FOX Digital Strategies

October 3, 2017 by Mike

North Fulton Business Radio

Luke Keller with Amplio Recruiting, Diane Dixon with Stryde Savings, and Alex Porter with FOX Digital Strategies

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John Ray, Luke Keller, Diane Dixon, Alex Porter

Luke Keller/Amplio Recruiting

Luke Keller with Amplio Recruiting grew up in the Atlanta area and attended Samford University in Birmingham, AL. After school, he worked in business development for Lauren Construction, based in Texas. He then became the Executive Director of The Lantern Project in Clarkston training refugees in construction skills such as welding, pipe-fitting, electrical, masonry and carpentry. Over 200 men have graduated the program since inception and has had an incredible impact on the Atlanta economy. Luke and his wife Mallory believe every refugee deserves an opportunity to provide for their family as well as bring tremendous value to local companies.

Diane Dixon/Stryde Savings

Stryde Savings helps companies obtain large federal tax credits and expense reductions that would otherwise go uncaptured. Their proprietary software identifies tax incentives, tax credits, and corporate expense reductions. On average for a small to mid-size company, they are able to identify over $200K in savings. Stryde now provides business owners with their own Tax Credit Web Portal where they can screen for their own tax credits by answering a few simple questions. Stryde has a team of Consultants, Project Managers, Engineers, Intellectual Property Attorneys and Expense Auditors who work together seamlessly to uncover specialized tax incentives and expense reductions. They focus on saving you money so you can focus on your business.

Alex Porter/FOX Digital Strategies

The combination of FOX 5 Atlanta and FOX Digital Strategies together delivers a comprehensive marketing platform that is focused on making your cash register ring. FOX Digital Strategies and FOX 5 Atlanta provide a complete suite of marketing products that include website development, social marketing, digital engagement and television advertising. That means FOX can deliver results for businesses of any size and any budget. FOX Digital Strategies would like to partner with local business owners who are focused on bottom-line results so together they can uncover your goals, needs and challenges in order to create a custom marketing solution that gets results.

Laron Walker with MyStemKits.com and Robert Grashuis with OneSpring

September 19, 2017 by Mike

North Fulton Business Radio

Laron Walker with MyStemKits.com and Robert Grashuis with OneSpring

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Robert Grashius and Laron Walker — Robert Grashuis and Laron Walker

Laron Walker/MyStemKits.com

MyStemKits is a team of educators, innovators, parents, and technology specialists dedicated to making affordable, quality education available for all. They use some of the most cutting-edge technology available, redefining 3D printing by giving it a clear purpose in math and science classrooms by providing educators with the tools they need to succeed.

Since 2013, they have researched and developed their program containing hundreds of lesson plans and manipulatives for K-12 education. They have the most comprehensive STEM solution in the market.

Whether you’re teaching in a traditional classroom, an after school program, homeschooling, or running a STEM camp, their collection is bound to impress. The program’s low cost to entry allows MyStemKits to make this platform affordable to the masses. They’re lowering barriers and raising potentials.

Robert Grashuis/OneSpring

OneSpring helps companies define, design, and develop new and existing ideas. This can be anything from mobile interface design to complex business applications. They follow a user centered approach that focuses on early design mock-ups and prototypes to drive stakeholder and user consensus. OneSprings goal is to “get it right the first time” before too much time and money is wasted.

Tracy Stowell with The Rhoads Group and Grant Brim with Brim Law

September 5, 2017 by Mike

North Fulton Business Radio

Tracy Stowell with The Rhoads Group and Grant Brim with Brim Law

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Tracy Stowell/The Rhoads Group

The Rhoads Group is an independent insurance agency in Cumming, GA. They are able to find the best rates on the market for your home/auto/life and business insurance needs. Their mission is to help busy people reduce cost, increase coverage, and ultimately achieve peace of mind. Since they are independent, The Rhoads Group is free to match your needs with the insurance company that best fits them. This means receiving excellent coverage, at the most competitive price.

Grant Brim/Brim Law

Grant Brim is an attorney and the owner of Brim Law Firm. Grant specializes in business law. From business formation and the preparation of organization documents to employment manuals, employment agreements, expansion (mergers or acquisitions), and general counsel, Grant has the knowledge and experience needed to serve small and medium sized business as a trusted advisor. Grant has been named a rising start in the legal community by Super Lawyers Magazine for three consecutive years.

Chris Mixon with Bank of North Georgia (a division of Synovus Bank) and Don Peterson with The Swing Factory Golf Studio

August 22, 2017 by Mike

North Fulton Business Radio

Chris Mixon with Bank of North Georgia (a division of Synovus Bank) and Don Peterson with The Swing Factory Golf Studio

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Chris Mixon/Bank of North Georgia

Bank of North Georgia is one of many divisions of Synovus Bank, headquartered in Columbus, GA. In addition to traditional retail banking services, Bank of North Georgia also provides full service investment and commercial banking services and expertise.

Don Peterson/The Swing Factory Golf Studio

The Swing Factory Golf Studio is home to TOP 50 Instructor Don Peterson. The Swing Factory Golf Studio is located at 710 Holcomb Bridge Road, Suite 100, in Roswell, GA and owned and operated by PGA Member and TOP 50 teacher Don Peterson. Don is also the author of “The Baseball Golf Swing Method”, “Miyagi Golf”, and “Start Golf Now” – all available on iTunes.

Shawn LaFave with North Georgia Promotions, Diane Campbell with Gratitude Goodies, and Seth Gilland with FSI

August 2, 2016 by Mike

North Fulton Business Radio

Shawn LaFave with North Georgia Promotions, Diane Campbell with Gratitude Goodies, and Seth Gilland with FSI

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John Ray, Diane Campbell, Seth Gilland, Shawn LaFave, Steven Julian

Shawn LaFave/North Georgia Promotions

NGA Promotions has grown to be one of North Georgia’s premier, family-owned providers of quality promotional products for any branding, marketing, publicity or communications need. They offer high quality custom screen printing and embroidery, digital printing and customized promotional items.

Diane Campbell/Gratitude Goodies

Gratitude Goodies is a corporately-focused gift basket company that provides delicious, stunning gifts to businesses all over the metro Atlanta area and nationwide. When you call, your order is created in real time by their skilled designers with an eye for elegance and style. Clients choose Gratitude Goodies when they want unique designs that help them express their sentiments in a meaningful way. Let them help you say “Thank you”, “Congratulations”, “Let’s celebrate”, “We’re thinking of you” and so much more. Gratitude Goodies was started in the basement of Diane Campbell’s home. Six months later, Marian McMichael joined her as Business Manager. Together they have built Gratitude Goodies, which now resides in 1,500-square-feet of production space with four employees. Each year they have grown and have been recognized in business. They are the proud recipients of the 2014 Small Business Award in Forsyth County; been named the Best of Forsyth in 2015 in the Gourmet Food Category; are a certified woman-own business with the National Woman Business Owners Corporation; and have recently been nominated for another small business award with the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce.

Seth Gilland/Fulfillment Strategies International

During their 20 years in business, Fulfillment Strategies International has established itself as a leading provider of third party logistics and fulfillment services, helping companies to deliver merchandise to consumers, retail stores and businesses around the corner and around the globe. FSI offers a full suite of 3PL fulfillment services including storage, inventory management, pick/pack/ship of orders, international shipping expertise, promotional support and custom kit assembly. FSI offers a unique approach to fulfillment support. By layering technology solutions and system/web site integration with proven logistics best practices, clients gain a solid partner on their team. FSI’s clients maintain a wide variety of sales channels requiring all types of support. Their diverse service offering gives clients the peace of mind to focus on their business development and growth while giving them a true competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Paul Sharman with The Sharman Law Group, Kirkley Hennessy with Hennessy Transportation, and Ehab Jaleel with Amana Academy Charter School

July 26, 2016 by Mike

North Fulton Business Radio

Paul Sharman with The Sharman Law Group, Kirkley Hennessy with Hennessy Transportation, and Ehab Jaleel with Amana Academy Charter School

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John Ray, Paul Sharman, Ehab Jaleel, Kirkley Hennessy, Steven Julian

Paul Sharman/The Sharman Law Group

In 2011, Paul opened The Sharman Law Firm to serve clients in overtime, employment discrimination, employee benefits and other employment-related disputes, as well as appellate clients. Paul is admitted to the State Bar of Georgia, United States District Courts for the Northern District of Georgia, Middle District of Georgia and Southern District of Georgia, as well as the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. In addition to his practice as an Atlanta employment attorney, Paul serves on the Board of Directors of the North Fulton Bar Association and is also an active member of the Atlanta Bar Association, American Association for Justice and the National Employment Lawyers Association, Georgia chapter.

Kirkley Hennessy/Hennessy Transportation

Hennessy Transportation is an Atlanta based global ground transportation company providing luxury world-class service in over 500 cities and 1,200 airports. Their client list varies from personal luxury transportation to corporate group transportation. They are proud to say that virtually every Fortune 500 company relies on Hennessy every minute, every hour, every day. Brides and Grooms and their wedding party depend on Hennessy when moving the bridal party from the ceremony to the reception. Families count on Hennessy when they’re needing to get to the airport before the big vacation. So can you! Whether you are needing a sedan to the airport, a stretch limousine for a special night out, or a bus to get your corporate executives on location on time, Hennessy is the company you’re looking for.

Ehab Jaleel/Amana Academy Charter School

Amana Academy, a Fulton County public charter school serving 750 students, is the first K-8 Certified STEM School by the Georgia Department of Education. Founded on the principles of stewardship and responsibility, the school is incorporated in the state of Georgia as a non-profit charter school and is located in Alpharetta, GA. Amana’s unique set of educational approaches centers on the Harvard-based Expeditionary Learning model and is focused on preparing students for high academic achievement beyond what they think possible, so that they become active contributors to building a better world. In 2011, the school was named Georgia Charter School of the Year by the Coca-Cola Foundation, and it received a STEM Education Dissemination Award by the Georgia Department of Education in 2012. The school was also ranked the #1 Middle School in Georgia in 2010 by the Georgia Public Policy Foundation, and awarded an Annie E. Casey Foundation Grant, among many other honors and awards for its commitment to environmental education and for its pioneering Arabic language program. Amana Academy students reside primarily in Alpharetta and Roswell and the school is open to all students who are eligible to attend Fulton County Public Schools during the specified open enrollment period without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, religion, disabling condition, or English proficiency.

Bill May with Ecycle Atlanta, Linda Coyle with LGE Community Credit Union, and Rick Newcomer with Signal Outdoor Advertising

July 19, 2016 by Mike

North Fulton Business Radio

Bill May with Ecycle Atlanta, Linda Coyle with LGE Community Credit Union, and Rick Newcomer with Signal Outdoor Advertising

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John Ray, Bill May, Linda Coyle, Rick Newcomer, Mike Sammond

Bill May/Ecycle Atlanta

Ecycle Atlanta provides an easy solution for your company’s surplus IT equipment. Old office computers, laptops and servers can all be recycled in an Earth-friendly manner. Their services include free on-site pickup and removal in the metro Atlanta area. Ecycle Atlanta is an EPA compliant and HIPAA certified company. Call 678 324-9760 to schedule a pickup.

Linda Coyle/LGE Community Credit Union

LGE Community Credit Union provides full-service, federally insured banking to over 100,000 members in northwest Georgia, with better rates and lower fees than you will typically find in a big bank. They serve all residents of Cobb, Paulding, Cherokee, and Fulton counties.  LGE Community Credit Union is dedicated to improving the financial well-being of its members through economically priced and conveniently delivered services, caring personal service, and sound financial management.

Rick Newcomer/Signal Outdoor Advertising

Signal is a leading outdoor advertising company known for innovation and excellence in the development of out-of‐home media properties. Their expertise is focused on the development of street furniture, which includes bus shelters, bus passenger benches, kiosks and transit advertising. Established in 1998, the company operates advertising assets in over 100 municipalities, with an inventory of more than 10,000 advertising displays.

Mayor Jere Wood with the City of Roswell, Steve Schilling with Digital Ignition, and Dr. Glenn Cannon with Gwinnett Tech

July 12, 2016 by Mike

North Fulton Business Radio

Mayor Jere Wood with the City of Roswell, Steve Schilling with Digital Ignition, and Dr. Glenn Cannon with Gwinnett Tech

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John Ray, Mayor Jere Wood, Steve Schilling, Dr. Glenn Cannon, Mike Sammond

Mayor Jere Wood/City of Roswell

The City of Roswell continues to be a leader in the metro Atlanta area in managing the current and future growth of this wonderful city. Roswell is fortunate to have leaders who concentrate their policy-making into solid guidelines for smart growth and development. The Community Development Department is responsible for carrying out those guidelines. The City has implemented a number of projects that will enhance their community. These projects include receiving a $2.3 million LCI Grant from the Atlanta Regional Commission to fund the redevelopment of the Roswell Midtown from Norcross Street to Commerce Parkway; completion of the Transportation Master Plan; and the Town Square area Design Charettes. The Community Development Department also oversees economic development, building inspection and code enforcement. Roswell’s enforcement of building codes, with respect to apartments, is the model for metro Atlanta.

Steve Schilling/Digital Ignition

Digital Ignition is a tech incubator designed to foster the growth of North Georgia’s tech community. Located in Alpharetta, GA, Digital Ignition is committed to launching the next big North Georgia success story by supporting and inspiring today’s entrepreneurs with 45,000 square feet of unique, flexible co-working space in which to innovate, create and collaborate, along with access to experienced mentors and investors.

Dr. Glenn Cannon/Gwinnett Tech

Gwinnett Technical College is one of Georgia’s largest technical colleges and is committed to delivering relevant knowledge to meet the workforce training needs of their community. The college offers more than 150 associate degree, diploma and certificate programs, and hundreds of seminars, workshops and courses providing specialized training. Gwinnett Tech is Gwinnett County’s largest provider of corporate training and also serves residents and businesses in north Fulton County through their new Alpharetta-North Fulton campus.