May 2016 Video
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GDEcD's Tom Croteau on Thriving Industry Sectors in Georgia
May 31, 2016
Deputy Commissioner of Global Commerce at the Georgia Department of Economic Development, Tom Croteau talks about industry sectors across the state that are continuing to grow. He touches on the Automotive and Aerospace industries, as well as the 20 Fortune 500 Company Headquarters that call Georgia home.
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Dr. Robert Perkins on Why Entrepreneurship is Important in Today's Economy
May 26, 2016
Associate Professor at Mercer Stetson School of Business, Dr. Robert Perkins discusses why entrepreneurship is so important in today's business environment.
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Shana Young on Task Oriented vs People Oriented
May 26, 2016
Director of the Columbus State University Leadership Institute Shana Young talks about Task Oriented vs People Oriented.
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United States Senator Johnny Isakson on the Importance of Military for Georgia
May 25, 2016
Senior United States Senator from Georgia Johnny Isakson talks about the critical role Georgia plays in defense of our country, and the importance of keeping our bases and military strong.
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Renay Blumenthal on Grady Health Foundation, Business Community Support
May 24, 2016
President of the Grady Health Foundation, Renay Blumenthal talks about the Foundation and its mission to help support Grady Hospital and its programs. She also discusses the business community’s continuing support after helping save Grady Hospital.
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Sean Knox Talks Knox Pest Control History & Growth, State of the Industry
May 20, 2016
Co-President of Knox Pest Control Sean Knox talks about their family owned company and their growth over the years, as well as the state of the pest control industry in the state.
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CFG CEO Buzz Law Discusses Strategies for Charitable Contributions
May 18, 2016
President & CEO of Creative Financial Group Buzz Law talks about maximizing your charitable contributions year round, not just at the end of the year.
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Don McLemore Talks About Enhancing Economic Development Activities Among Universities in Georgia
May 17, 2016
VP of Research Economic Development at Georgia Southern University, Don McLemore talks about the roles that universities play in economic development across the state of Georgia.
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Kris Vaughn on Georgia Forward & Georgia Young Gamechangers
May 13, 2016
Executive Director of Georgia Forward, Kris Vaughn talks about the mission of Georgia Forward and the Georgia Young Gamechangers Program, which brings young professionals from all over the state to a community to develop ideas to foster growth. She also announces where the Fall class of Young Gamechangers will be participating!
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Mike Cassidy on the Georgia Research Alliance & the Importance of Research in Our Universities
May 12, 2016
President and CEO of the Georgia Research Alliance, Mike Cassidy discusses the importance of research in our universities, which contribute over $2 billion in research each year in Georgia. He also details how the Georgia Research Alliance facilitates these endeavors into new jobs and initiatives.
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William Pate on the Importance of Sporting Events in Atlanta
May 11, 2016
President and CEO of the Atlanta CVB William Pate discusses the tourism boost that sporting events have on the Atlanta region.
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Randy Jackson on the Future of Kia Manufacturing in Georgia & the Advanced Manufacturing Workforce
May 11, 2016
Chief Administrative Officer for Kia Manufacturing Randy Jackson discusses what the future looks like for Kia here in Georgia. He talks about how the company is committing to education initiatives to help prepare the workforce of the future.
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BCBS of Georgia President Jeff Fusile on LiveHealth Online Initiative & Impact on Rural Health
May 10, 2016
President of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia, Jeff Fusile talks about the growth of Telehealth and the launch of LiveHealth Online as a service for Blue Cross Blue Shield members, and how this can impact rural healthcare across the state.
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Paul Morris on How the Beltline is Unifying Atlanta
May 09, 2016
President & CEO of Atlanta Beltline Paul Morris talks about how the Atlanta Beltline has become a unifying force throughout the community.
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TCSG Commissioner Gretchen Corbin Talks About the Strategic Industries Workforce Development Grant
May 06, 2016
Commissioner of the Technical College System of Georgia, Gretchen Corbin talks about how important workforce development is for our state, and discusses two important initiatives - Move on When Ready, and the available Strategic Industries Workforce Development Grant, which allows students to receive free tuition to study in a high demand area of need in our state.
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Henry Kelly on Georgia Power's Support of Communities & Organizations Across the State
May 05, 2016
Director of Corporate Relations at Georgia Power, Henry Kelly discusses the company's efforts to make our state better through their philanthropic efforts. in 2015, Georgia Power invested $17 million in communities and non-profit organizations across the state. In addition, 6,000 employees and retirees completed more than 160,000 volunteer hours – an all-time record for the company.
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Hank Linginfelter on Being Chair of the 2016 Georgia Chamber & Georgia 2030 Initiative
May 02, 2016
Executive Vice President of AGL Resources Hank Linginfelter talks about being Chair of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce for 2016, the role the Chamber plays in our state, and the Chamber's Georgia 2030 Initiative.