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FEBRUARY 2021 contents Healthy Hall Awards 2021 Chairman’s Column Tuesday, March 2nd page 2 11:30 am - 1:00 pm | via Zoom Tune in March 2 to see this year's winners! Meetings & Events page 4 Small Business of the Month page 5 New Members Page 6 Healthy Hall Awards page 7 Member Announcements page 10

Economic Development Report page 11 Non-Profit Highlight 2020 Healthy Hall Award Recipients page 15 These outstanding professionals were recipients of last year's Healthy Hall Awards: (L-R) Front: Chris Paravate, Northeast Georgia Health System; Jessica Dudley, United Way of Hall County; Victoria Thompson, RN, Northeast Georgia Diagnostic Clinic/Northside Cancer Institute; Kay Blackstock, Georgia Mountain Food Bank; Abby Odle, LPN, Northeast Georgia Medical Center; Stephanie Brown, MLS (ASCP), Longstreet Clinic; Heather Burke-Cody, FNP-C, Longstreet Clinic; Dianne Appling, Lifeline of Northeast Georgia Medical Center. (L-R) Back: Chief Jay Parrish, Gainesville Police Department; William T. "Buddy" Langston, Northeast Georgia Health System Foundation; Cheryl Williams, RN, save the date Longstreet Clinic; Dr. Brent Archer, Northeast Georgia Diagnostic Clinic; Richard G. Bennett, Jr., DMD, BGW Dental Group; Dr. John Delzell, Northeast Georgia Health System. Not pictured: Betsy Grunch, MD, FACS, FAANS, Longstreet Clinic. Tuesday, February 9 Presents Small Business Seminar SAVE 2021 Virtual Expo Theme Calendar Via Zoom THE DATES! 2021 NORTH GEORGIA Virtual HOME HEALTH 2021 Tuesday, February 23 Healthy Hall Awards Virtual Expo South Hall Business Coalition PresentsSHOW Tune in as outstanding healthcare professionals and VIRTUAL EXPO Sponsored by Via Zoom SAVE 2021 Virtual Expo Theme Calendar organizations are recognized at the Chamber's 4th Sponsored By: 1st Monday every month at 10am THE DATES! Annual Healthy Hall2021 Awards NORTH Program GEORGIA on Tuesday, 1st Wednesday every month at 10am New Theme and Speaker each month Tuesday, March 2 March 2 at Lanier Technical College. Sign up for the New Theme and Speaker each month Healthy Hall Awards Program HOME HEALTHTheme is subject to change2021 Theme is subject to change virtual program via Zoom at GHCC.com/EVENTS. February- Plumbing August- Picking the right Gas February- Elder Care August- Cancer Awareness Via Zoom member featured March- Renovating Virtual CompanyExpo & Heart Health September- Healthy Aging SHOW April- Roofing September- Electrician March- Diabetes October- Open Enrollment & VIRTUAL EXPO May- Lawn MaintenanceSponsoredOctober- by Live walk through of April- Ortho Advance Care Planning June- Picking the right 2021 North Georgia Home Show May- Stroke Awareness November- Alzheimer’s and Brain HandymanSponsored By: November- Kitchen June- Financial Planning Awareness 1st Monday every month at 10am 1st WednesdayJuly- Gutters everyDecember- month Financial at Planning 10am July- Mental Health December- Respiratory Care New Theme and Speaker each month New Theme and Speaker each month Theme is subject to change ThemeRegister is subject to attend to change at To become a speaker contact Megan Lewis at https://www.gainesvilletimes.com/virtualevents/ 770-535-6371 or at [email protected] February- Plumbing August- Picking the right Gas February- Elder Care August- Cancer Awareness March- Renovating Company & Heart Health September- Healthy Aging April- Roofing September- Electrician March- Diabetes October- Open Enrollment & May- Lawn Maintenance October- Live walk through of April- Ortho Advance Care Planning June- Picking the right 2021 North Georgia Home Show May- Stroke Awareness November- Alzheimer’s and Brain Handyman November- Kitchen June- Financial Planning Awareness July- Gutters December- Financial Planning July- Mental Health December- Respiratory Care

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from the chairman BUSINESSLINK VOLUME 26 ISSUE 8 McKemie West, Editor • Email: [email protected] 230 E.E. Butler Pkwy • Gainesville GA 30501 • 770-532-6206 • GreaterHallChamber.com Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce Membership: An Outstanding Investment 2020-2021 Executive Committee Chairman Vice Chairs, Education Vision 2030 Executive Director The Greater Hall Chamber's Major Impact on Small Businesses Brian Rochester Andi Farmer Elizabeth Higgins Rochester & Associates Milton Martin Honda Annual Membership Small businesses represent the largest segment of most Co-Chairs, HALLmark Lauren Armour Talley Chairman-Elect Paul Chambers, AT&T Campaign officially kicked local chamber membership rolls, and the study indicates Lanier Technical College Phil Sutton Mimi Collins, Longstreet Clinic off on February 1. Dozens that chamber membership has consistent and powerful Kubota Manufacturing of America Vice Chair, South Hall Council Randall Frost, Stewart, Melvin Terry Merck, American Yazaki & Frost of volunteers are gearing benefits for small businesses. (93% of the Greater Hall Treasurer Glennis Barnes, Georgia Power Vice Chairs, Membership Senior Advisor Brian Daniel up to recruit new Chamber Chamber's members are small businesses.) According to Vice Chair, Economic Brett Fowler Turner, Wood & Smith Insurance Carroll Daniel Construction members and are offering a the report, if respondents know that a small business is a Development David Lee, Jackson EMC Phil Bonelli, Regions Bank Immediate Past Chair Carol Burrell host of incentives. Chamber member of its local chamber, the business (in Southern Vice Chair, Marketing Vice Chair Community Northeast Georgia Health System Vice Chairs of Membership U.S.) enjoys a 45% increase in its consumer favorability Missy Burgess, Lanier Islands Development Haley Bower, Clipper Petroleum Greater Hall Chamber Vice Chair, Government Affairs Brian Rochester President & CEO Phil Bonelli, Regions Bank, rating, a 43% increase in consumer awareness, an 83% Philip Wilheit, Jr. Chair, Vision 2030 Rochester & Associates Kit Dunlap and Brett Fowler, Turner, increase in its local reputation, and an 82% increase in Wilheit Packaging Tate O’Rouke, Jackson EMC Chairman, Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce Wood & Smith Insurance, the likelihood that consumers will patronize the busi- 2020-2021 Board of Directors are leading the drive. The ness in the future. Christa Andrews, Corporate Storage JD Mealor, Regions Bank Membership Campaign runs through March 31, and vol- Norman Baggs, The Times Ashton Meeks, Willis Investment Counsel Neal Booth, Pinnacle Bank Mike Miller, Mayor, City of Flowery Branch unteers are seeking to develop new business relationships These are some hefty statistics showing that joining the Chris Braswell, The Norton Agency Sheri Millwood, Oakwood City Council Chris Brown, Delta Community Credit Union Caitlin Mincey, Mincey Marble Manufacturing and recruit 100 new members. Chamber members enjoy Greater Hall Chamber can be the best investment you've Whitney Brown, Stewart, Melvin & Frost Dr. Kirsty Montgomery, Lakeview Academy many benefits including networking and leads develop- ever made! Nick Bruner, Rushton Terry Morrisey, Intelligent Energy Dan Carey, BB&T/TRUIST Chris Nish, Cottrell ment, advertising opportunities, committee participation, Tammy Caudell, Carroll Daniel Construction James Nix, Mayor, City of Clermont Sean Couch, Northeast Georgia Health System Bill Orr, Mayor, Town of Braselton small business development programs, resourceful work- More Benefits Shanna Cronic, Northeast Georgia Diagnostic Clinic Dr. Jeff Payne, North Georgia Eye Clinic shops, major expos and events and more. In addition, a Networking: People do business with people they know. Ashley Davis, Lawson Air Conditioning & Plumbing Todd Pennington, McGarity’s Business Products Larry Derby, Liberty Michele Piucci, Peach State Bank & Trust Special Incentives Package is available when you join the Your chamber creates networking opportunities with David Dickerson, Law Office of David H. Dickerson Col. Stas Preczewski, Riverside Military Academy Stacey Dickson, Lake Lanier CVB Brad Puryear, Mansfield Energy Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce NOW! other business professionals and fosters relationships. Danny Dunagan, Mayor, City of Gainesville Derek Reyes, Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta Drew Echols, Jaemor Farms Vanesa Sarazua, Hispanic Alliance Georgia Dr. Suzanne Erickson, Brenau University Will Schofield, Hall County School System A national survey of 2,000 adults reveals that being active Visibility: Your Chamber increases your visibility within Josh Everett, New Leaf Landscape Services Mulham Shbeib, Mar-Jac Poultry in a local chamber of commerce is an effective business the community. Jim Grier, Mayor, City of Lula Dr. Anne Skleder, Brenau University Emily Hayes, Milton Martin Toyota Terry Spicer, King’s Hawaiian Bakery strategy because two-thirds of consumers believe that Tracy Hoeltke Herter, Netchex Margaret Spratlin, Longstreet Clinic Richard Higgins, Chair, Hall County Commission Kevin Strada, The Atlanta Falcons such companies use good business practices, are repu- Supporting Economic Growth: The Chamber directly Anna Jacobs, AccessWDUN John Turner, Northeast Georgia Health System table, care about their customers, and are involved in impacts local business environments and the local econo- Ben Jarrard, University of North Georgia Roy Turpin, Mayor, City of Gillsville Logan Jones, Wilheit Packaging Philip Wilheit, Wilheit Packaging the community. The study, conducted by The Schapiro my, creating a win-win for everyone. Brooke Kalinauskas, Conditioned Air Systems Dr. Jeremy Williams, Gainesville City Schools Jay Kilroy, Willis Investment Counsel Darryl Workman, South State Bank Group, an Atlanta-based strategic consulting firm, and Geoff Lee, Craton, Inc. John Wright, Fieldale Farms commissioned by the American Chamber of Commerce Access to Resources: The Greater Hall Chamber connects Dr. Kate Maine, University of North Georgia Mike Zeiler, Bitzer US, Inc. Ward McCamy, Bank of America Nancy Jo Zimmer, JP Morgan Chase Bank Executives, found consumer perceptions of chamber you with resources that you need to thrive through com- Tim McDonald, Lanier Technical College members to be positive in many ways: mittees, monthly programs and informative workshops. Greater Hall Chamber Staff Executive Government Affairs Kit Dunlap, President & CEO Madison Hopkins, Project Manager • When consumers know that a small business is a Community Involvement: Supporting your local commu- Gerri Collins, Executive Assistant South Hall Council member of the chamber of commerce, they are 44% nity increases quality of life for everyone. Economic Development Kara Tate, Vice President, Sales & Programs more likely to think favorably of it and 63% more likely Tim Evans, Vice President Nikki Chandler, Vice President Existing Industry Community Development to purchase goods or services from that company. Many thanks to our members and volunteers! We appre- Amanda Lewis, Project Manager Robin Halstead, Vice President Madison Hopkins, Project Manager • If a company shows that it is highly involved in its local ciate each organization's contribution to our success. VISION 2030 Finance & Operations Elizabeth Higgins, Executive Director David Umberson, Vice President, Finance & HR chamber, consumers are 10% more likely to think that If you're not a member, I urge you to join during the Marketing & Communications its products stack up better against its competition. Membership Drive that runs through March 31. Membership Development Kemie West, Business Link Editor/Consultant Mandy Lathem, Vice President, Events Christen Wilbanks, Vice President, Sales Greater Hall Chamber Welcome Center Kara Tate, Vice President, Sales & Programs Robin Halstead, Manager Education & Leadership Joining the Chamber may be the BEST INVESTMENT you'll ever make! Andi Tippens, Vice President

SIGN UP NOW during the membership campaign for extra benefits. The mission of the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce is to improve the overall business climate for member growth, promote community development, Call 770-532-6206 or join online at GHCC.com/membership. facilitate political action, and enhance the quality of life.

2 February 2021 | GreaterHallChamber.com HEALTHY HEARTS FOR ALL.

At The Heart Center of Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC), we believe that living your best life starts with a strong and healthy heart. From disease prevention and proactive diagnostics to innovative procedures and advanced long-term treatments, we’re committed to providing the highest level of heart care for every stage of life. 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Upcoming Small Business Seminars Tuesday, March 16 The Bluefin team strives to create a welcoming, family friendly atmosphere and frequently Tuesday, March 9 Wednesday, February 17 Vision 2030 Board Meeting host birthday parties and other special occasions. They look forward to deepening their Small Business Seminar Become a Chamber 2021 Issues Committee 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CERTIFIED Small Business Spring Job Fair The Job Fair is the PERFECT 9:00 a.m. connections within the Hall County community in the future. Bluefin Hibachi and Sushi, "Building Your Brand to Stand Out" FORUM for companies hiring Wednesday, March 17 1642 Park Hill Drive, Gainesville, GA 30501. 678-999-4392. bluefingainesville.com Presented by the team of professionals at effectv Partner by simply attending Wednesday, March 31 to RECRUIT EMPLOYEES. 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Thank You Chamber Event Sponsors! 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. backed by Anthem. In addition, this great health plan alternative offers: • Announcement in the Gainesville Civic Center Info Business Link AccessWDUN Milton Martin Honda Signs by Tomorrow Register for events online at Open to the Public • Competitive rates • Predictable, fixed monthly payments • Flexibility in choice of benefit plans Chamber Small Business Seminars are held Alliant Health Plans Northeast Georgia Diagnostic South Hall Rotary Club GHCC.com/events monthly on topics of interest to small business. Clinic • Broad networks through Anthem’s Open Access POS & Essential Rx Small Business Seminars are Caldwell Electrical Contractors Store More Self Storage Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, seminars are Gainesville Mechanical Northeast Georgia Health Stribling-Whalen Financial sponsored by AccessWDUN, System Greater Hall Chamber members can learn more about the SMART Plan through your currently in virtual format. Check the Chamber's Halski Systems Group The Chamber closely monitors COVID-19 regulations and guidance and may convert in Caldwell Electrical Contractors, Northeast Georgia Medical insurance agent or contact Chamber Vice Chair of Membership, Brett Fowler at Turner, online calendar at GHCC.com/EVENTS for up-to- Lanier Technical College The Times person events to virtual only if needed. All registered participants will be notified by e-mail Gainesville Mechanical and The Center Braselton Wood and Smith Insurance, 770-536-0161 ext. 231. Email: [email protected] or date info or contact Amanda Lewis, 770-532-6206 Times. Longstreet Clinic University of North Georgia of any changes. Check the Chamber calendar daily for updates. GHCC.com/EVENTS contact Kara Tate or Christen Wilbanks at the Chamber, 770-532-6206. x 111. Email: [email protected]

4 February 2021 | GreaterHallChamber.com February 2021 | GreaterHallChamber.com 5 Small Business Success Seminar small business development Tuesday, February 9 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. | via Zoom Small Business of the Month "Tax Tips for Small Business" Bluefin Hibachi & Sushi Join CPA's Randy Jessup and Rusty Hopkins with Raymond Yap opened BatesCarter for "Small Business Tax Update – his first restaurant in What you need to know for 2021 and beyond" New England in 1996 with discussion on the following: and opened Bluefin 1) Small Business Tax Update Hibachi and Sushi in 2) PPP Loan Forgiveness & COVID-19 Tax Issues Gainesville in 2014. Raymond sought to 3) Personal Tax Update for Small Business introduce the flavors 4) Best Practices in Small Business Tax of Asian cooking to the Rusty Hopkins, CPA Randy Jessup, CPA 5) What to Expect in Taxes Looking Forward people of Hall County. Partner, BatesCarter Partner, BatesCarter The restaurant serves Register for Virtual Small Business Seminars online at GHCC.com/events dishes that span the You will receive an e-mail confirmation with Zoom log-in instructions once you register. spectrum of Chinese, Japanese, Malaysian, Small Businesses represents the heart of Thai and more. Their our economy and a dominant source of job diverse offerings ensure Bluefin's (L-R)Dawn Lindsay, Head Server, Raymond Yap, Owner, and creation. 93% of the Greater Hall Chamber’s that there's a little Peggy Lim, General Manager. members are small businesses. something for everyone. Raymond describes the food as approachable, fresh, and most importantly, delicious. They have been voted the “Best Asian Restaurant” for the past six years and “Best Family Restaurant” for the past four years in the Times' “Best of Hall” contest. Upcoming Small Business Seminars The Bluefin team strives to create a welcoming, family friendly atmosphere and frequently Tuesday, March 9 host birthday parties and other special occasions. They look forward to deepening their Small Business Seminar Become a Chamber 2021 connections within the Hall County community in the future. Bluefin Hibachi and Sushi, "Building Your Brand to Stand Out" CERTIFIED Small Business 1642 Park Hill Drive, Gainesville, GA 30501. 678-999-4392. bluefingainesville.com Presented by the team of professionals at effectv Partner by simply attending 9:00 am | Via Zoom six (6) Small Business Health Plan for Small Business No Charge for Chamber Members Seminars this year. The Georgia Chamber SMART Plan is a health care You'll not want to miss CERTIFIED Partners Receive solution that gives small businesses an easier, more this seminar by effectv affordable way to offer health care to employees, (formerly Comcast) with • Certificate of Completion with a lot less worry. The Greater Hall Chamber, in tips to make your brand stand out in a crowded • Certified Small Business partnership with the Georgia Chamber, has teamed market! The effectv team will cover: 1) How to have Door Decal up with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Anthem) to offer Chamber members (with a modern brand promise; 2) Set up your Google my Business; Bring your brand to life through video; Recognition at a Chamber 2-50 employees) an opportunity to participate in a larger, self-funded pool. This way, small 3) • 4) Expand your brand using tactics such as TV; Board Meeting businesses can join together to share in the overall claims risk and have financial protection digital & VOD; 5) Create an engaging message. backed by Anthem. In addition, this great health plan alternative offers: • Announcement in the Business Link • Competitive rates • Predictable, fixed monthly payments Info • Flexibility in choice of benefit plans Chamber Small Business Seminars are held monthly on topics of interest to small business. • Broad networks through Anthem’s Open Access POS & Essential Rx Small Business Seminars are Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, seminars are sponsored by AccessWDUN, currently in virtual format. Check the Chamber's Greater Hall Chamber members can learn more about the SMART Plan through your Caldwell Electrical Contractors, insurance agent or contact Chamber Vice Chair of Membership, Brett Fowler at Turner, online calendar at GHCC.com/EVENTS for up-to- Gainesville Mechanical and The Wood and Smith Insurance, 770-536-0161 ext. 231. Email: [email protected] or date info or contact Amanda Lewis, 770-532-6206 Times. contact Kara Tate or Christen Wilbanks at the Chamber, 770-532-6206. x 111. Email: [email protected]

February 2021 | GreaterHallChamber.com 5 membership development welcome new members community development Black Fade Media North Georgia Builders Shoreline Transfer Express David Pelletier Lindsay Addison Aaron Conner 546 North Avenue 6405 Oak Valley Drive 195 Pearl Nix Parkway Jaemor Celebrates 40 Years Gainesville, GA 30501 Cumming, GA 30040 Suite 4 470-768-1488 404-804-1126 Gainesville, GA 30501 Healthy Hall Awards 2021 - Marketing / Production - Construction 770-297-0235 blackfademedia.com northgabuilders.com - Transportation & Trucking Tuesday, March 2nd shorelinetransfer.com Canopy Tree and Land Co. Peachtree Packaging 11:30 am - 1:00 pm | via Zoom Brian Bailey Kris Hall Station 300 Gainesville 5160 Cleveland Highway 770 Marathon Parkway Cheyenne Ergle The 4th Annual Healthy Hall Awards program on March 2 will honor Suite C Lawrenceville, GA 30046 2317 Browns Bridge Road Gainesville, GA 30506 770-822-1304 Gainesville, GA 30504 those in the healthcare industry making a significant impact on our 678-928-9833 - Manufacturing Packaging 770-536-5563 quality of life through excellence in health and wellness. - Tree Service peachtreepackaging.com - Recreation canopytreeandland.com station300gainesville.com Tune in on March 2 to see this year's winners! Semiotic Marketing Hulsey, Oliver & Mahar International (SMI) Sun Realty Group Advanced Practice Provider of the Year The Echols family has farmed in Hall and surrounding counties Vanessa E. Sykes Lorrie Griffith William Ferguson Corporate Achievement Recognition 200 E.E. Butler Parkway 4042 Enterprise Way 800 Georgia Avenue for over 100 years (L-R) the late Valvoreth Echols, Jimmy, Jarl, Visionary Leader Gainesville, GA 30501 Suite 130 Judah and Drew Echols. Suite 4 770-532-6312 Flowery Branch, GA 30542 Gainesville, GA 30501 Community Impact Jaemor Farm Market turned forty years old last month. Beginning as a roadside fruit stand - Attorney 470-778-3770 678-925-8375 Healthcare Education in the 1960s, the thriving agribusiness has seen 12 expansions over the years. The farm itself homlaw.com - Advertising; Printing - Real Estate Outstanding Achievement in Behavioral Health has doubled in size within the last ten years and is now up to some 500 acres. Since 1912, smidifference.com fergusonga.com Healthcare Worker of the Year 1/2 Page Ad the Echols family has grown peaches in the tri-county area of Hall, Banks and Habersham Presented by Natalie Jane's Catering Nurse of the Year 4.91" x 10" counties, and the farm was recognized as a Centennial Farm in 2012. Jimmy and Valvoreth Lisa Burkey Shoreline Transfer Thermacell Repellents Dentist of the Year Echols owned Jaemor Farm Market from 1981 until 2015 when they sold the market to their 6009 Main Street Aaron Conner Randy Crawford – RUSHTON – sons Jarl and Judah Echols and grandson, Drew. Although the farm initially produced Lula, GA 30554 195 Pearl Nix Pkwy, Suite 4 943 Gainesville Highway Physician of the Year only peaches, chickens and cattle – it now produces over 15 crops including peaches, 706-768-6739 Gainesville, GA 30501 Buford, GA 30518 Categories 2021 Award Lifetime Achievement Award strawberries, blackberries, apples, tomatoes, squash and pumpkins. While Jimmy has - Restaurant & Catering 770-297-0235 770-558-0287 “retired” as owner, you'll still find him working on the farm or stocking peaches – making nataliejanescatering.com - Transportation & Trucking - Mosquito Control four generations working on the farm and in the market! jaemorfarms.com shorelinetransfer.com thermacell.com Canopy Tree & Land Company Deep Roots Landscape Benefits of Chamber Membership has teamed • Listing in the Membership Directory • Advertising, Publicity, Sponsorships Evie and Dr. William T. "Buddy" up with Gee • Listing in Online Business Directory • Business Referrals Langston at the 2020 Healthy Heating & Air Hall Awards Luncheon where Dr. Conditioning • Subscription to Business Link • Leads & Networking Groups Langston, a retired pediatrician and Consign • Entry to Networking Events • Increased Business Exposure and founding partner of & Design Longstreet Clinic, received the Interiors in a • Access to Forums and Seminars • Ribbon Cuttings Lifetime Achievement Award. new partner- • Volunteer Opportunities • Valuable Business Connections ship – Canopy Tree & Land Company. (L-R) Joseph Gee, Jacob Gee, Brian Baily, Ben Filchak and John • Visibility & Community Involvement Baxter. Canopy offers various tree care services including tree removal, pruning / maintenance, tree cabling, plant healthcare and much more. Anchored around an ISA Certified Join today. Arborist, Canopy is fully staffed and equipped with heavy machinery to accomplish any 770-532-6206 project size. Our team of seasoned veterans are committed to safety, friendly service and sustainability. Book your free estimate today! 678-928-9833. CanopyTreeandLand.com Healthy Hall Awards 2021 • March 2 Attend Virtually via Zoom (no charge) Online Registration: GHCC.com/EVENTS 6 February 2021 | GreaterHallChamber.com February 2021 | GreaterHallChamber.com 7 community development

Healthy Hall Awards 2021 SAMUEL LATIMER RUSHTON’S NEWEST PARTNER Tuesday, March 2nd 11:30 am - 1:00 pm | via Zoom The 4th Annual Healthy Hall Awards program on March 2 will honor those in the healthcare industry making a significant impact on our quality of life through excellence in health and wellness. Tune in on March 2 to see this year's winners!

Advanced Practice Provider of the Year Corporate Achievement Recognition Visionary Leader Community Impact Healthcare Education Outstanding Achievement in Behavioral Health Healthcare Worker of the Year 1/2 Page Ad Presented by Nurse of the Year 4.91" x 10" “Providing our clients with solutions to their Dentist of the Year – RUSHTON – Physician of the Year challenges is the most rewarding part of my job.”

2021 Award Categories 2021 Award Lifetime Achievement Award Samuel Latimer’s insight, experience and enthusiasm have made him a vital part of our leadership team since joining Rushton in 2012. He now takes the next step as a partner.

Samuel has a passion for assisting clients with their accounting and internal controls. He also performs consulting work and Evie and Dr. William T. "Buddy" enjoys teaching professional education classes. A ﬁrm believer Langston at the 2020 Healthy in building a strong community, he is a past president of the Hall Awards Luncheon where Dr. Gainesville Jaycees and serves on the Youth Leadership Hall Langston, a retired pediatrician County PAC team. and founding partner of Longstreet Clinic, received the Welcome new partner, Samuel Latimer. Lifetime Achievement Award.

Healthy Hall Awards 2021 • March 2 Attend Virtually via Zoom (no charge) 770.287.7800 | RushtonandCompany.com Online Registration: GHCC.com/EVENTS February 2021 | GreaterHallChamber.com 7 Presents SAVE 2021 Virtual Expo Theme Calendar

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Register to attend at To become a speaker contact Megan Lewis at https://www.gainesvilletimes.com/virtualevents/ 770-535-6371 or at [email protected] • The Hall County Sheriff's Department • The Boys and Girls Clubs of Lanier is was awarded first place in the Annual gearing up for the 23rd annual Rubber member news Governor's Challenge, which recognizes Duck Derby at Lake Lanier Olympic Park economic development 2020 outstanding achievements in highway safety on Saturday, May 15 (11:00 am- 3:00 pm). enforcement and education. Hall County’s Become a sponsor and join in the fun! Your Year End Report Traffic and Highway Enforcement of sponsorship helps 7,000 kids each year in The Greater Hall Chamber Economic Development Council's • Major developments underway include Gainesville creation and investment. Similarly, Forbes Magazine has Count on Tools 30th Anniversary Aggressive Traffic Units were named Agency 15 local clubs. Reach out to Brenda Bohn at 2020 year-end report includes 12 new and expanding firms Renaissance and Gainesville Solis in Downtown Gainesville; rated Gainesville-Hall County as one of the “Best Small of the Year by MADD and the Governor's [email protected] or call 770-361-3720 Count On Tools (COT) is celebrating their 30th year in business. Curt adding 460 new jobs and $200 million in new capital the Residential Group developments in Flowery Branch; Places for Business & Careers” for the last six years. Office of Highway Safety. for more information about sponsorship and Renee Couch started the company in 1991 as a PB Swiss Tools investment to Gainesville-Hall County. 2020 has been a and at the University of North Georgia Gainesville campus. opportunities and benefits. Sponsorship distributor and have since added Surface Mount Technology (SMT) • The Chamber is dedicated to providing year full of challenges with the COVID-19 pandemic, partic- Projects in the works include The National, a hotel and con- • Georgia has earned the #1 ranking for its business envi- deadline is February 12. boysgirlsclubs.com and Contract Manufacturing divisions. COT’s commitment and goal resources for employers and job ularly for our healthcare service providers, the hospitality ference center development in Downtown Gainesville. ronment for an unprecedented eighth year in a row, and is to be the number one supplier of precision engineered compo- opportunities for the community. Visit • Lisbeth Fabiny, owner/operator of Five industry and some small businesses. However, there were Gainesville-Hall County has been the top job producing nents to a wide range of market sectors. With 35 employees, COT GHCC.com/JOBS for a listing of 60+ Seasons Health, is offering a Community encouraging announcements and developments in 2020 • Residential development grew with a record-setting 1,531 Metropolitan Area in the state. provides global manufacturing solutions with expertise in small- employers hiring. Link to apply directly for Give-back Special. Due to the hardships of that indicate better than average economic performance single-family home construction permits issued by local gov- arms components, consumable manufacturing, as well as non- careers with area companies like HomeStar 2020, she's offering 20 three-month "Make for Gainesville-Hall County when compared to other Metro ernments in 2020 – a 37% increase over 2019. According to • Since 2015, the Chamber’s economic development program woven and adhesion system technology. COT serves several sectors of commercial manufacturing Financial, Humane Society of Northeast Progress" coaching packages (ten 1 hour Areas in Georgia and the Nation. Abernathy Cochran Real Estate Group at The Norton Agency, has assisted 118 new and expanding businesses for 5,750 jobs creating an unrestricted growth trend for the company. In 2017, they invested more than $2 mil- Georgia, Koch Foods and Medlink sessions) for $180 (valued at $1,375). First home sales were up 17% in 2020 with the average and medi- and $1.5 billion in new capital investment. lion towards the expansion of their manufacturing facility in Gainesville. COT is involved with the Georgia. The Chamber's Spring Job Fair come, first serve - deadline is March 1. Five • New corporate facilities announced in 2020 include an home prices up 16% and 14%. Chamber’s Work Force Task Force and regularly employs high school students as part of the Work & Career Expo is March 31 (10am-2pm) Seasons works with others to facilitate better Amazon in South Hall, Fitueyes, ADD-USA, Dongwon Tech Our success in economic development has been a product of at the Gainesville Civic Center. The event health and happier, more productive lives. and the new Agile Cold Storage facility under construction 2.5 million square feet of new industrial speculative build- community leadership working together on infrastructure Based Learning program. They also allow student and faculty groups to tour the facility. 2481 • is open to the public with 65+ companies Lisbeth is an Emory University Certified on Athens Highway. ing developments are underway in Gainesville, Oakwood, planning and investment to support business growth. Hilton Drive, Suite 3, Gainesville, GA 30501. 770-538-0411. cotinc.com or pbtools.us that are hiring on hand. Exhibit space and Health Coach, a Wellcoaches® Certified Flowery Branch and Buford with many local firms employed In 2021, infrastructure implementation, such as in the new, sponsorships available. [email protected] Health Coach, and a Nationally Certified • Existing industry expansions include Hydro, PPG, Cantrell- in the construction and development of these projects. +1,000 acre Gainesville 85 Business Park, will be important Job Fair & Career Expo on March 31 • In the fight against COVID-19, Northeast Wellness Coach. fiveseasonshealth.org Gainco and Corporate Storage. Previously announced proj- to developing a future place to grow for expanding existing Georgia Health System (NGHS) is making • The City of Gainesville will host the 2021 ects currently under construction are Kubota’s new R&D • In 2020, Site Selection Magazine named Gainesville-Hall industries and new businesses. 10am-2pm | Gainesville Civic Center | Free & Open to the Public every effort to prepare for a potential Georgia Police & Fire Games on June 20-26 facility, Fox Factory and the expansion at Mars-Wrigley. County one of the top Small Metros in the Nation for job influx of patients that could lead to a at various venues across Gainesville-Hall Job Seekers: The community Spring Job Fair will feature 60+ employer booths and is a staffing shortage. In response, NGHS is County. The week-long event will draw some great opportunity to learn about local companies that are hiring. Be prepared to meet recruiting community volunteers to serve 1,200 competitors from throughout the state employers face-to-face and complete job applications on site. This event is open to the in nonclinical roles at the Northeast Georgia whose careers have been devoted to public public, and there is no admission fee. Medical Center campuses in Gainesville, safety (active or retired). Challenges range Employers: The job fair is a great opportunity to recruit qualified employees and typi- Braselton, Barrow and Lumpkin. For details, from a 5K Race, Pistol Match and Tactical cally draws close to 1,000 job seekers. Booth space is limited. Sponsorships available! visit nghs.com/volunteer. Drone Ops to Flag Football, Motorcycle • Jennifer Williams, Lanier Technical College’s Races and a Bass Fishing Tournament! The job fair is coordinated by the Greater Hall Chamber, Georgia Department of Labor, medical assisting program director and Traditional competitions include the likes Lanier Technical College, and the Gainesville Area Employer Committee. practicum coordinator, was recently honored of golf, basketball and tennis. For volunteer or sponsorship info: Robyn Lynch, 770-297- INFO: Amanda Lewis, 770-532-6206 x 111. Email: [email protected]. GHCC.com/JOBS with the national Golden Apple Award. The award recognizes a medical assistant who 5499 or [email protected] exhibits “outstanding dedication to and • Greater Hall Chamber staff recently updated accomplishments in the field of medical the 2021 Directory of Elected Officials 1/4 Page Ad 1/4 Page Ad Phil Neikro: A Local Hero assisting education." laniertech.edu complete with listings of all Gainesville-Hall Hall of Fame pitcher Phil Niekro was a resident 4.91" x 4.75" 4.91" x 4.75" • Corporate Storage President Jimmy Adams County officials including judicial branches, and long time supporter of Gainesville-Hall announced the company's attainment of local municipalities, and meeting dates. Riverside Pharmacy Document Destruction County, making an impact through his involve- SQF (Safe Quality Food) Certification with Drop by the Chamber at 230 E.E. Butler ment with numerous local non-profits. Niekro an audit score of 100 and “Excellent" rating. Parkway in Gainesville for a copy or view/ was inducted into Baseball’s Hall of Fame in 1997. Globally recognized in the food industry, download at GHCC.com/resource-center. The iconic knuckleballer collected 318 wins over SQF Certification is a food quality and safety Details: Madison Hopkins, project manager, a 24-year career that included stints with the program designation awarded following a 770-532-6206. Email: [email protected] Braves (1964-83 and '87), Yankees ('84-85), Tribe thorough and extensive auditing process. ('86-87) and Blue Jays ('87). He was a five-time All- Corporate Storage provides offsite storage Star and five-time Gold Glove Award winner who and warehousing services for palletized Got news? finished within the top six in National League Cy commodities, dry goods and document Young Award balloting five times from '69-82. management. Corporate-Storage.com Email: [email protected]

10 February 2021 | GreaterHallChamber.com February 2021 | GreaterHallChamber.com 11 economic development 2020 Year End Report The Greater Hall Chamber Economic Development Council's • Major developments underway include Gainesville creation and investment. Similarly, Forbes Magazine has 2020 year-end report includes 12 new and expanding firms Renaissance and Gainesville Solis in Downtown Gainesville; rated Gainesville-Hall County as one of the “Best Small adding 460 new jobs and $200 million in new capital the Residential Group developments in Flowery Branch; Places for Business & Careers” for the last six years. investment to Gainesville-Hall County. 2020 has been a and at the University of North Georgia Gainesville campus. year full of challenges with the COVID-19 pandemic, partic- Projects in the works include The National, a hotel and con- • Georgia has earned the #1 ranking for its business envi- ularly for our healthcare service providers, the hospitality ference center development in Downtown Gainesville. ronment for an unprecedented eighth year in a row, and industry and some small businesses. However, there were Gainesville-Hall County has been the top job producing encouraging announcements and developments in 2020 • Residential development grew with a record-setting 1,531 Metropolitan Area in the state. that indicate better than average economic performance single-family home construction permits issued by local gov- for Gainesville-Hall County when compared to other Metro ernments in 2020 – a 37% increase over 2019. According to • Since 2015, the Chamber’s economic development program Areas in Georgia and the Nation. Abernathy Cochran Real Estate Group at The Norton Agency, has assisted 118 new and expanding businesses for 5,750 jobs home sales were up 17% in 2020 with the average and medi- and $1.5 billion in new capital investment. • New corporate facilities announced in 2020 include an home prices up 16% and 14%. Amazon in South Hall, Fitueyes, ADD-USA, Dongwon Tech Our success in economic development has been a product of and the new Agile Cold Storage facility under construction • 2.5 million square feet of new industrial speculative build- community leadership working together on infrastructure on Athens Highway. ing developments are underway in Gainesville, Oakwood, planning and investment to support business growth. Flowery Branch and Buford with many local firms employed In 2021, infrastructure implementation, such as in the new, • Existing industry expansions include Hydro, PPG, Cantrell- in the construction and development of these projects. +1,000 acre Gainesville 85 Business Park, will be important Gainco and Corporate Storage. Previously announced proj- to developing a future place to grow for expanding existing ects currently under construction are Kubota’s new R&D • In 2020, Site Selection Magazine named Gainesville-Hall industries and new businesses. facility, Fox Factory and the expansion at Mars-Wrigley. County one of the top Small Metros in the Nation for job

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42nd Annual Partners in Education Hackers Holiday Mt. Vernon Exploratory School | Syfan Logistics Golf Tournament

Friday, April 23 2020 Hackers Holiday winners (1st place, 1st Flight) Carroll Daniel Construction Company Team (L-R) Scott Oberschlake, As a Partner in Education, 10:00 a.m. Shotgun Start Eldon Gowens, Alan Schuetze and John Haynes. Syfan Logistics provides many resources for Mt. Vernon Karina Collins and Kit Dunlap, Chamber President & CEO. Exploratory School such as Legacy on Lanier Golf Club Karina won the Ladies Longest Drive contest. She's the daugh- Leadership Hall County (LHC) Class Member Jessica Palacios, owner of Cardinal Ridge ter of Namon Collins, Allstate Insurance, and plays golf for the the newly installed tables for Group, participates in one of Leadership Hall's recent program sessions via Zoom. at Lanier Islands Gainesville Red Elephants. students to enjoy lunch in an Congratulations to Jessica, the first person in her class to complete ALL of her LHC homework! outdoor environment. Swing into Spring at the Greater Register NOW for Hackers Holiday 2021 online at Leadership Hall's January Bonus Break focused on local industry progress and featured Tim "We have had wonderful support from our Partners in Education (PIE) this year," said Evans, Chamber VP of Economic Development, as the guest speaker. Tim discussed growth Hall Chamber's 42nd Annual GHCC.com/EVENTS Hackers Holiday Golf Tourna- Jennifer Westbrook, Principal, Mt. Vernon Exploratory School (MVES). "One well-deserving and industry in Gainesville-Hall County, sharing numerous exciting projects with the class. ment! Register as an individual partner is Syfan Logistics." Through their generosity and support, the elementary school The LHC class reviewed the recently released 2020 Economic Development Year-End Report or as a team for a day of golf at Chamber Event Sponsor Opportunities has been able to provide the best possible learning experience for students during the as well as the 2021 Economic Development Report and the Economic Accolades. beautiful Legacy on Lanier Golf MARCH 2021 Tuesday, SEPTEMBER 21 COVID-19 pandemic and this unique school year. Syfan Logistics recently donated new Club at Lanier Islands. Transportation Forum Chamber Chase 5K & Wellness Walk outdoor tables for students to enjoy lunch in an outdoor environment. A long time Chamber 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and community supporter, Syfan Logistics is an asset-based, $150 million company with over Youth Leadership Hall UNG Gainesville Campus Lanier Islands Entry Fee: $175 per player 250 employees and nearly four decades of experience. A leader in transportation logistics, Youth $650 Foursome the Syfan family and employees are committed to excellence and working together with a Leadership Hall Wednesday, MARCH 31 Wednesday OCTOBER 6 Christian core value of setting an example to serve others and inspire other businesses and Includes green fee, cart, SPRING Job Fair & Career Expo HealthSmart Wellness Expo class members individuals to do the same. syfanlogistics.com breakfast, box lunch, snacks 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. typically travel and drinks. Awards presented Gainesville Civic Center Lanier Technical College Coordinated by the Greater Hall Chamber, PIE provides support of regional education to the State in three flights, Hole-In-One partnerships, including all 44 public city and county schools (elementary, middle and high Capitol for the prizes, closest to the pin, longest Friday, APRIL 23 Wednesday, NOVEMBER 17 school levels) and over 350 partnering organizations. To learn how your organization can Annual State Hackers Holiday Golf Tournament Industry Appreciation Luncheon drive, putting contest and so become a PIE, contact Andi Tippens, Chamber Vice President of Education, 678-971-6331, or Government 10:00 a.m. Shotgun Start 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. much more. email [email protected]. Online: GHCC.com/education program. Due Lanier Islands Lanier Technical College to COVID-19 The 19th Hole Reception Thursday, MAY 13 Thursday, DECEMBER 9 restrictions, sponsored by AT&T follows the 113th Annual Meeting & Gala Annual Eggs & Issues Breakfast Over 360 made the pledge, have you? the program tournament at the clubhouse 6:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Being hALL IN means you’ve pledged to wear a mask, was delivered with awards, drawings, great Chattahoochee Country Club Lanier Technical College practice social distancing, wash your hands and abide by in a "hybrid" food and fellowship. other health and safety guidelines outlined by the CDC, format this year. In January, Senator Butch Miller welcomed the students via video and Thursday SEPTEMBER 9 Note: gave them an overview of the Georgia Capitol and a brief history lesson on the building. He Event dates/times are subject to change. White House and State of Georgia to stop the spread of Sponsorships Available FALL Job Fair & Career Expo informed the students of the issues for the upcoming legislation session and discussed the 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. For current info, visit GHCC.com/events COVID-19. Over 360 area businesses and individuals State Budget. Students then had the opportunity to virtually meet our local delegation and To register for Hackers Holiday or inquire about Gainesville Civic Center have taken the pledge, have you? By taking the pledge, your business/name is added to great sponsorship opportunities, contact Kara the wearehALLin.com website. You’ll also receive a hALL IN window decal. It’s important watch a recording of Eggs & Issues from the December meeting. Senator Miller was elected in 2010 to represent the 49th Senate District (covering the majority of Hall County), and in Tate at 770-532-6206 x 103. Consider promoting your company by sponsoring an upcoming that we protect ourselves and our community from the flu. The flu vaccine is the most January 2018, he was elected Senate President Pro Tempore. He has graciously hosted Youth Email: [email protected] Chamber event. Great exposure and publicity! effective way to prevent the flu, and the CDC recommends everyone six months and older Leadership Hall County and Leadership Hall participants for many years. We appreciate Online: GHCC.com/EVENTS For info, call 770-532-6206. should get a flu vaccine. Keep your employees safe! Go to WeArehALLin.com, take the pledge and request an On-Site Flu Shot Clinic at your business. you, Senator Miller, and your service representing the citizens of Gainesville-Hall County.

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Partners in Education Mt. Vernon Exploratory School | Syfan Logistics

As a Partner in Education, Syfan Logistics provides many resources for Mt. Vernon Exploratory School such as Leadership Hall County (LHC) Class Member Jessica Palacios, owner of Cardinal Ridge the newly installed tables for Group, participates in one of Leadership Hall's recent program sessions via Zoom. students to enjoy lunch in an Congratulations to Jessica, the first person in her class to complete ALL of her LHC homework! outdoor environment. Leadership Hall's January Bonus Break focused on local industry progress and featured Tim "We have had wonderful support from our Partners in Education (PIE) this year," said Evans, Chamber VP of Economic Development, as the guest speaker. Tim discussed growth Jennifer Westbrook, Principal, Mt. Vernon Exploratory School (MVES). "One well-deserving and industry in Gainesville-Hall County, sharing numerous exciting projects with the class. partner is Syfan Logistics." Through their generosity and support, the elementary school The LHC class reviewed the recently released 2020 Economic Development Year-End Report has been able to provide the best possible learning experience for students during the as well as the 2021 Economic Development Report and the Economic Accolades. COVID-19 pandemic and this unique school year. Syfan Logistics recently donated new outdoor tables for students to enjoy lunch in an outdoor environment. A long time Chamber and community supporter, Syfan Logistics is an asset-based, $150 million company with over Youth Leadership Hall 250 employees and nearly four decades of experience. A leader in transportation logistics, Youth the Syfan family and employees are committed to excellence and working together with a Leadership Hall Christian core value of setting an example to serve others and inspire other businesses and class members individuals to do the same. syfanlogistics.com typically travel Coordinated by the Greater Hall Chamber, PIE provides support of regional education to the State partnerships, including all 44 public city and county schools (elementary, middle and high Capitol for the school levels) and over 350 partnering organizations. To learn how your organization can Annual State become a PIE, contact Andi Tippens, Chamber Vice President of Education, 678-971-6331, or Government email [email protected]. Online: GHCC.com/education program. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Over 360 made the pledge, have you? the program Being hALL IN means you’ve pledged to wear a mask, was delivered practice social distancing, wash your hands and abide by in a "hybrid" other health and safety guidelines outlined by the CDC, format this year. In January, Senator Butch Miller welcomed the students via video and White House and State of Georgia to stop the spread of gave them an overview of the Georgia Capitol and a brief history lesson on the building. He COVID-19. Over 360 area businesses and individuals informed the students of the issues for the upcoming legislation session and discussed the have taken the pledge, have you? By taking the pledge, your business/name is added to State Budget. Students then had the opportunity to virtually meet our local delegation and the wearehALLin.com website. You’ll also receive a hALL IN window decal. It’s important watch a recording of Eggs & Issues from the December meeting. Senator Miller was elected that we protect ourselves and our community from the flu. The flu vaccine is the most in 2010 to represent the 49th Senate District (covering the majority of Hall County), and in effective way to prevent the flu, and the CDC recommends everyone six months and older January 2018, he was elected Senate President Pro Tempore. He has graciously hosted Youth should get a flu vaccine. Keep your employees safe! Go to WeArehALLin.com, take the Leadership Hall County and Leadership Hall participants for many years. We appreciate pledge and request an On-Site Flu Shot Clinic at your business. you, Senator Miller, and your service representing the citizens of Gainesville-Hall County.

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Workforce Spring JOB FAIR community development Development & Career Expo BeeHive Homes vaccinates residents BeeHive Homes, an assisted living facility Wednesday, March 31 in Gainesville, admin- Work Based Learning istered the 1st dose of With a growing demand for talent and low unemployment in the Gainesville-Hall County 10:00 am - 2:00 pm the COVID-19 vaccine Metropolitan Area (3.5% at 2020 year end), the Greater Hall Chamber, area employers and to residents on January local educators remain focused on Work Based Learning and Youth Apprenticeships for Gainesville Civic Center 7. Located at 1073 South Enota Drive, Beehive high-skilled career paths in demand by area businesses. Building a sustainable workforce 830 Green Street in Gainesville Homes is owned by for Gainesville-Hall County that possesses the skills needed by today’s – and tomorrow’s – Nikul and Nayna employers is of high priority. The Job Fair & Career Expo is the PERFECT FORUM for companies Parikh. The 19-suite that are hiring to RECRUIT NEW EMPLOYEES. facility offers a small The Hall-Dawson CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) program is a nonprofit orga- In 2020, Lanier Technical College reached a record enrollment of over 5,000 students senior care setting in nization providing quality advocacy for abused and neglected children in our community. at the Gainesville campus. The Chamber’s Workforce Development Task Force is partner- Meet hundreds of JOB CANDIDATES FACE-to-FACE. which residents get CASA trains and empowers community volunteers in Hall and Dawson counties to help ing with Lanier Technical College, Hall County Schools, Gainesville City Schools, Brenau personalized attention to their needs. The staff provides 24-hour assistance, and each staff change a child’s story. CASA Volunteers ensure children have someone who will amplify University, the University of North Georgia and private businesses to ensure businesses can member is well trained to meet the care needs of each individual resident. Services include Reserve your EMPLOYER EXHIBIT space NOW. their voice in the courtroom and make sure that their best interests are being served. acquire the talent and skills they need for sustainable growth and to replace our highly private rooms, daily housekeeping and laundry services, a secure outdoor courtyard, beauty Presented by skilled workers as they retire. salon, delicious dietitian approved meals, and more. 470-228-8928. beehivehomes.com CASA Volunteers are appointed to a child or sibling group by a Juvenile Court Judge to complete an independent assessment of the child’s and family’s needs, report their findings and Employers & Job Seekers COVID-19 Vaccine Resources make recommendations to the court. Their sole responsibility is to be an independent voice The Chamber is dedicated to providing resources to match employer job openings with for the child and to advocate to ensure every child receives the services they need to recover Vaccines currently (1/26/21) available to Longstreet Clinic stellar employees. Currently, over 60 employers have job openings posted on the Greater from the abuse and neglect they have experienced. Children with a dedicated volunteer those 65 and older, healthcare workers, res- LongstreetClinic.com Hall Chamber’s website – GHCC.com/JOBS. The upcoming Job Fair & Career Expo on by their side have someone who will speak up for their best interests in the courtroom and idents and staff of long-term care facilities, Appointments required - No walk-ins Wednesday, March 31, 2021 (10am-2pm) at the Gainesville Civic Center is the perfect community, and help them find the road home, wherever it lies. law enforcement, firefighters, 911 dispatch- 770-718-1122 forum for both employers and job seekers. The event is open to the public with 60+ compa- ers and first responders. 725 Jesse Jewell Parkway in Gainesville Last year, Hall-Dawson CASA served more than 350 children who are experiencing foster nies that are hiring on hand, meeting face-to-face with job seekers. care. Currently, there are more than 100 children who do not have the benefit of CASA Northeast Georgia Health System MedLink Georgia advocacy, and volunteers are needed. Careers in Healthcare Northeast Georgia Physicians Group Appointments required - No walk-ins In October 2020, the Greater Hall Chamber released an updated report of the community’s Recruit Quality Employees • Open to the Public NGHS.com/covid-19/vaccine-registration 520 Jesse Jewell Parkway in Gainesville What can you and your organization do to Change a Child’s Story? 447 regional healthcare providers that employ more than 14,725 and provide nearly $830 No Admission Fee • 700+ to Attend Appointments required - No walk-ins 770-287-0290 or 706-521-3113 • Create a culture of generosity by encouraging employee volunteerism • Advocate for abused and neglected children in our community million in annual wages in the community. New medical office developments include Job Candidates Onsite • Convenient Location 770-219-9000 Note: Wait list for Gainesville-Hall County the recently opened Medical Plaza II in Gainesville, Emory Orthopedics in Flowery Branch, Multiple locations in Hall County but available in nearby counties • Support children in the foster care system by being their voice in and out of court an expansion at NGMC Braselton and additional service provider locations in Oakwood More information: • ACT NOW! and Buford. NGHS recently announced a major $500 million campus expansion for the INFO NGHS.com/covid-19/vaccine-updates Retailers / Pharmacies For more information: Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville. Amanda Lewis, 770-532-6206 x 111 Kroger - krogerhealth.com Hall-Dawson CASA [email protected] Hall County Health Department Ingles - ingles-markets.com 770-531-1964 Register Online at GHCC.com/EVENTS phdistrict2.org Publix - publix.com/covid-vaccine/georgia halldawsoncasa.org Workforce Development Task Force Appointments required - No walk-ins Citizen’s Pharmacy - citizenspharmacy.com The Job Fair is a partnership of the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce, Building a sustainable workforce for Gainesville-Hall County that possesses the skills 888-426-5073 or 770-531-5692 Riverside Pharmacy - 770-532-6253 Lanier Technical College, Gainesville Area Employer Committee, and the needed by today’s, and tomorrow’s, employers. Collaborating with area employers, 1290 Athens Street in Gainesville Lawrence Pharmacy - 770-532-0786 Georgia Department of Labor. educators and business leaders to create new programs, market existing programs, Basic info about the COVID-19 vaccine: McElveen’s Pharmacy - 770-534-7675 The Greater Hall Chamber is committed to serving its member small businesses and remove barriers and influence perceptions. For more about Work-Based Learning or DPH.georgia.gov/covid-vaccine Lula Pharmacy - 770-869-3616 non-profits. Let us promote your organization through a spotlight in the Business Link Youth Apprenticeships: Nikki Chandler, 770-532-6206. [email protected] GHCC.com/JOBS Woody’s Pharmacy - 770-983-3510 newsletter. Email info to [email protected] or call 770-532-6206 for more information.

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BeeHive Homes vaccinates residents BeeHive Homes, an assisted living facility in Gainesville, admin- istered the 1st dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to residents on January 7. Located at 1073 South Enota Drive, Beehive Homes is owned by Nikul and Nayna Parikh. The 19-suite facility offers a small The Hall-Dawson CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) program is a nonprofit orga- senior care setting in nization providing quality advocacy for abused and neglected children in our community. which residents get CASA trains and empowers community volunteers in Hall and Dawson counties to help personalized attention to their needs. The staff provides 24-hour assistance, and each staff change a child’s story. CASA Volunteers ensure children have someone who will amplify member is well trained to meet the care needs of each individual resident. Services include their voice in the courtroom and make sure that their best interests are being served. private rooms, daily housekeeping and laundry services, a secure outdoor courtyard, beauty salon, delicious dietitian approved meals, and more. 470-228-8928. beehivehomes.com CASA Volunteers are appointed to a child or sibling group by a Juvenile Court Judge to complete an independent assessment of the child’s and family’s needs, report their findings and COVID-19 Vaccine Resources make recommendations to the court. Their sole responsibility is to be an independent voice for the child and to advocate to ensure every child receives the services they need to recover Vaccines currently (1/26/21) available to Longstreet Clinic from the abuse and neglect they have experienced. Children with a dedicated volunteer those 65 and older, healthcare workers, res- LongstreetClinic.com by their side have someone who will speak up for their best interests in the courtroom and idents and staff of long-term care facilities, Appointments required - No walk-ins community, and help them find the road home, wherever it lies. law enforcement, firefighters, 911 dispatch- 770-718-1122 ers and first responders. 725 Jesse Jewell Parkway in Gainesville Last year, Hall-Dawson CASA served more than 350 children who are experiencing foster care. Currently, there are more than 100 children who do not have the benefit of CASA Northeast Georgia Health System MedLink Georgia advocacy, and volunteers are needed. Northeast Georgia Physicians Group Appointments required - No walk-ins NGHS.com/covid-19/vaccine-registration 520 Jesse Jewell Parkway in Gainesville What can you and your organization do to Change a Child’s Story? Appointments required - No walk-ins 770-287-0290 or 706-521-3113 • Create a culture of generosity by encouraging employee volunteerism 770-219-9000 Note: Wait list for Gainesville-Hall County • Advocate for abused and neglected children in our community Multiple locations in Hall County but available in nearby counties • Support children in the foster care system by being their voice in and out of court More information: • ACT NOW! NGHS.com/covid-19/vaccine-updates Retailers / Pharmacies For more information: Kroger - krogerhealth.com Hall-Dawson CASA Hall County Health Department Ingles - ingles-markets.com 770-531-1964 phdistrict2.org Publix - publix.com/covid-vaccine/georgia halldawsoncasa.org Appointments required - No walk-ins Citizen’s Pharmacy - citizenspharmacy.com 888-426-5073 or 770-531-5692 Riverside Pharmacy - 770-532-6253 1290 Athens Street in Gainesville Lawrence Pharmacy - 770-532-0786 Basic info about the COVID-19 vaccine: McElveen’s Pharmacy - 770-534-7675 The Greater Hall Chamber is committed to serving its member small businesses and DPH.georgia.gov/covid-vaccine Lula Pharmacy - 770-869-3616 non-profits. Let us promote your organization through a spotlight in the Business Link Woody’s Pharmacy - 770-983-3510 newsletter. Email info to [email protected] or call 770-532-6206 for more information.

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, New Member Campaign NOW through March 31 Join NOW for added benefits! Meet the Membership Team Captains! Contact the Chamber or any one of these outstanding volunteers to join.

You're invited to join the Greater Hall Chamber during the New Member Campaign that kicked off February 1 and concludes March 31. Bring in 2021 on a path to success by joining the over 4,100 Chamber member representatives Jessica Palacios Michele Piucci Matt Waters Darryl Workman Nancy Jo Zimmer who already enjoy increased visibility, consumer credibility Cardinal Ridge Group Peach State Bank United Community South State Bank JP Morgan Chase and involvement through networking opportunities. Joining Bank may be THE BEST BUSINESS INVESTMENT you'll ever make. TEAM CAPTAIN CONTACT INFO Jessica Palacios | [email protected] | 470-310-3060 Membership Directory Listing Michele Piucci | [email protected] | 770-531-2749 Member Networking Events Matt Waters | [email protected] | 770-561-8078 Forums, Seminars & Committees Darryl Workman | [email protected] | 678-717-1907 Nancy Jo Zimmer | [email protected] | 678-236-4346 Community Involvement Free Advertising and Publicity Business Referrals & Connections CALL 770-532-6206 Valuable Exposure Christen Wilbanks, VP Membership Sales | Kara Tate, VP Sales & Programs Publicly Advertised Ribbon Cutting JOIN ONLINE GHCC.com/membership/join-the-chamber

Upcoming Chamber Events U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT #47 Tuesday, February 9 Tuesday, March 2 Friday, April 23 GAINESVILLE, GA Small Business Seminar 2021 Healthy Hall Awards Hacker's Holiday Golf Tax Tips for Small Business Recognizing our outstanding Swing into Spring at this fun With CPA's Rusty Hopkins & healthcare professionals, annual golf tournament CAR-RT SORT Randy Jessup, BatesCarter businesses and organizations 10:00 a.m. Shotgun Start 9:00 a.m. | via Zoom 11:30 a.m. | via Zoom Legacy on Lanier Golf Club at Lanier Islands Tuesday, February 23 Wednesday, March 31 South Hall Business Coalition Job Fair & Career Expo Vision 2030 Update Employer exhibit space and Presented by Tate O'Rouke sponsorships now available & Elizabeth Higgins 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

10:00 a.m. | via Zoom Gainesville Civic Center This publication is printed on partially recycled paper.