upcoming Business events Friday, March 24 Member Economic Luncheon “Inside the Center” presented by the Augusta Metro Chamber and Unisys, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Legends Club. Please join us as we present this insightful program on the new Cyber Innovation and Training Center with guest speaker Calvin Rhodes, the executive director of the Georgia Technology Authority (GTA). Rhodes will discuss the nature of the facility, owned by GTA and operated in partnership with Augusta University, and its purpose to the state, the university system and local community.
Tuesday, March 28 Faith@Work, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., First Baptist Church of Augusta, 3500 Walton Way Extension. Join business leaders for lunch and light worship led by Gary Redding. Email Cyndi Busby to make reservations at cbusby@fbcaugusta.
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Wednesday, March 29 State board workers’ compensation, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center. The State Board Workers’ Compensation will conduct a seminar to educate those who are affected by the Georgia’s workers’ compensation system. This educational training program will provide valuable information for employers and self-insured employers, human resource and risk managers, claims adjusters, rehabilitation specialists, medical service providers, and workers’ compensation attorneys and paralegals, and any system participants. Register at http://sbwc.georgia.gov/2017regional-educational-seminars. Networking for Leads presented by the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce, 3-4 p.m., 1000 Business Blvd., Evans. “Networking for Leads” is a structured program designed to promote an environment which cultivates meaningful business relationships which not only promote one’s business, but identify the needs of other business owners. The goal of the
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program is to encourage businesses to give leads, create mutually beneficial relationships and develop a net-weaving experience where leads are received. The program will consist of a roundtable activity followed by an optional lunch connection, based on appropriate matching, to further enhance the leads experience.
Thursday, March 30 Lunch with the President presented by the Aiken Chamber of Commerce, noon to 1:30 p.m., 121 Richland Ave. E, Aiken. Lunch with the President is a lunch meeting with a small group of Aiken Chamber members. It is a great opportunity to learn more about your business, talk about the Aiken Chamber and possibly make some business contacts. RSVP to emurphy@aikenchamber.net.
Friday, April 7 First Friday Means Business presented by the Aiken Chamber of
Commerce, 7:30-9 a.m.,Newberry Hall, 117 Newberry St. SW, Aiken. First Friday Means Business is the greater Aiken chamber’s informative monthly breakfast meeting. This event features a keynote speaker who addresses issues of interest to the business community. It includes city, county, chamber and sponsor talk. The monthly meeting also allows attendees the opportunity to stand up and introduce themselves and their firm to all other attendees and meet potential new clients. Email mviola@aiken chamber.net to RSVP. Price: $18
discover volunteer opportunities across the greater Augusta area. No charge. Members-only event.
Tuesday, April 18 Women In Business Luncheon presented by the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Legends Club, 2701 Washington Road. Join guest speaker Angela Swarts, owner of Spherion. $30 members, $40 prospective members. Advanced registration required. Go to www. AugustaMetroChamber.com.
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Chamber After Hours presented by the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce, 5-7 p.m., Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton by Augusta-Washington Road, 3028B Washington Road. Check-in to nonprofits at a special Chamber After Hours! In addition to our regular bimonthly networking, members will have the opportunity to connect with nonprofits and
Third Thursday Business Builder presented by the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., 1 10th St., Suite 120, Augusta. Workplace Safety Management with Doctor’s Hospital and Gold Cross EMS. $15 prospective members. Free for members. Lunch provided. Advance registration required. Go to www. AugustaMetroChamber.com.