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31 GSFA 2025 Conference Agenda
51 Successful Fire Inspection Cycle Controls
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2024-2026 GSFA Officers
From left: Director at Large: Calvin Hitchcock; Treasurer: Bruce King; 3rd Vice President: Jason Amerson; 2nd Vice President: Jeff Hardin; 1st Vice President: Craig Dukes; President: Mike Byrd; and Immediate Past President: Gary Clark.
Georgia State Firefighters Association
2024-2026 Board of Directors
Mike Byrd President
Craig Dukes 1st Vice President
Jeff Hardin 2nd Vice President McRae-Helena
Jason Amerson 3rd Vice President
Gary Clark Past President Homer
Otis Calvin Hitchcock Director at Large
Bruce King Treasurer Bartow County Fire & Emergency Services
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The Georgia State Firefighters Association recently hosted its first Promotional Preparedness Workshop in June. A group of aspiring future leaders, eager to enhance their skills and prepare for the challenges ahead, participated. They honed their interview techniques, prepared for promotional practical assessments, and engaged in tactical simulations.
This was a group of aspiring firefighters who had fully embraced their professional development, feeling empowered and ready to face the future. Professional development not only prepares firefighters for promotion but also equips them to tackle the evolving challenges in the fire service.
In a profession defined by split-second decisions and ever-evolving risks, professional development in the fire service is not just a career asset — it's a critical component of public safety. Firefighters today face complex challenges far beyond extinguishing flames, including hazardous materials, advanced medical emergen -
President Mike Byrd
Forging the Future
The Vital Role of Professional Development in Fire Service
cies, wildland-urban interface fires, and disaster response. As such, the need for continuous education and skill refinement has never been more urgent.
Expanding your horizons outside your fire station through professional development provides you with additional tools for your toolbox. Gaining perspectives from those outside your agency offers an alternative way of viewing things.
Too often, firefighters and fire departments become insulated within the fire service. It is easy to get into the idea tht changes aren't happening outside the walls of your station. Technology, tactics, and even issues related to human resource management are constantly evolving. Without professional development, firefighters may be caught off guard by these changes and unprepared to address them.
Modern fire service professionals are expected to serve as emergency medical responders, crisis managers, and community educators. This
multifaceted role demands not only technical proficiency but also leadership, cultural competence, and emotional intelligence. Professional development enables firefighters to remain agile, informed, and prepared for these multifaceted responsibilities.
Fire Service Academic Dr. Harry Carter (2013) once asked the question: Have you ever observed that some fire departments are highly successful while others struggle?
He posited that those departments embrace professional development and constant improvement (Carter, 2013) . These departments are not immune to problems and challenges.
However, they tool themselves to overcome these issues. Continuous exposure to ongoing development, coupled with networking from attending classes and conferences, builds a network that provides diverse perspectives, opening minds to various alternatives. These departments no longer attempt to address these issues
in the same way they have in the past. Those departments that isolate themselves tend to keep forcing the square peg into the round hole because that is how they have always done it.
Lifelong learning is a cultural imperative that creates departments that invest in ongoing training and cultivate a culture of excellence and adaptability. This includes attending fire academies, participating in incident simulations, completing certifications in specialized rescue techniques, and engaging in cross-disciplinary collaborations.
Many fire departments now partner with local colleges and universities to offer degree programs in fire science, public administration, or emergency management, promoting formal education alongside tactical experience.
Each new skill learned and each new certification earned is a testament to personal growth and achievement, inspiring firefighters to continue their professional development journey.
In Georgia, numerous
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resources are available for engaging in professional development outside one's department.
The Georgia Fire Academy, a leading institution in fire service education, offers several different tracks for all disciplines within the fire service. These course tracks enable firefighters to gain new perspectives through exposure to fire professionals committed to ongoing professional growth. Attendance is free for these classes, including free lodging, if the department is outside a certain travel distance.
The Georgia Fire Service Conference is another outstanding avenue for personal and professional growth. The Georgia State Firefighters Association and the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs jointly sponsor this conference.
This conference offers topics that go beyond the typical basics of firefighting, introducing new ideas, concepts, and tactics. Not downplaying the value of basic skills training, firefighters also need to embrace the classroom and utilize this cognitive environment to
develop their skills further. It may not be as much fun as the drill field, but it brings undeniable value to personal growth. This conference offers an opportunity for growth and networking.
Professional development also plays a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of leaders. As seasoned personnel retire, departments must prepare capable successors to take their place. Leadership training, mentorship programs, and succession planning ensure that institutional knowledge is passed on while fostering innovation.
Encouraging diversity in leadership also strengthens the service by better reflecting and serving the communities it protects.
The fire service is increasingly reliant on technology — whether it's thermal imaging drones, predictive analytics for incident response, or cloudbased training platforms. Continuous professional development ensures personnel stay fluent in these advancements and can apply them effectively and ethically in the field.
Advances and changes are constant in the fire service. Even with the advanced topics mentioned, fundamental advances are also ongoing, such as nozzle design and fire streams.
There have been many changes that go beyond the standard fog nozzle or smoothbore nozzles. Fan-type patterns or appliances that reduce nozzle reaction force are just the tip of the changes that are coming for the fire service. The Spartanburg study on flow path and SLICERS is an old study now, so what's next?
Ultimately, professional development is both a personal commitment and an organizational responsibility. For individuals, it offers career advancement, job satisfaction, and increased safety. For departments, it means higher standards, better morale, and stronger community trust.
As the fire service continues to evolve, professional development will remain the compass guiding it forward, equipping firefighters not only to respond to emergencies but to shape a safer, brighter
future for all.
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Those attending the Promotional Workshop demonstrated they embrace professional development and self-improvement. We hope that they are influencing those around them to do the same.
References
Carter, H. (2013, April 14). Stay with it my friends. Firehouse. https://www.firehouse.com/blogs/ blog/10920151/dr-harry-carterreminds-firefighters-to-stay-withthe-battle
Firefighters do much more than just put out fires. They save lives, protect their communities, and help people during all kinds of emergencies.
But behind every strong fire department is great leadership. Fire service leadership means guiding, supporting, and managing a team of firefighters.
Leaders help their crews work safely and effectively, especially in dangerous or high-pressure situations. Leaders in the fire service — like fire chiefs, battalion chiefs, captains, and lieutenants — have many important responsibilities. They make sure the team is well-trained, prepared, and ready to respond at any moment. They must also make fast decisions that can save
1st Vice President Craig Dukes
The Importance of Leadership in Fire Service
lives and protect property. But leadership isn’t just about rank. Leaders can be found at all levels of a fire department. Anyone who sets a good example and helps others improve can be a leader. Good leaders are role models. They stay calm under pressure, communicate clearly, and always put safety first. They help the team stay focused and make sure everyone knows their job.
During emergencies, firefighters need quick and clear instructions. Leaders give these instructions and also listen to the concerns of their team. In life-or-death situations, decisions need to be made fast. Strong leaders are able to think clearly and make the best choices, even when
things are stressful.
Every emergency is different, so leaders must be able to solve problems on the spot — whether it’s rescuing someone from a fire or stopping it from spreading. Firefighters don’t work alone, and good leaders know this. They encourage teamwork and support every member of the crew. Sometimes that means stepping in to help, and other times it means trusting others to lead.
Leaders also check in with their team to help prevent stress and burnout. Emergencies are unpredictable. That’s why leaders must be flexible and ready to change their plans as situations change. Being open to new ideas and staying calm when things don’t go as
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expected is an important part of leadership. A good leader leads by example. If they stay calm and follow safety rules, their team is more likely to do the same.
For example, when a captain always wears their PPE and follows department rules, the rest of the team will take safety more seriously, too. Trust is one of the most important parts of leadership. Firefighters must trust that their leader will make the right decisions and have their backs. Leaders build trust by being honest, dependable, and fair. Respect is earned by listening, communicating clearly, and doing what’s right — even when no one is watching.
Leaders should also be open to feedback. Listening to the
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team and learning from experiences helps everyone improve. It also helps leaders make better decisions in the future.
Leadership in the fire service is about more than giving orders. It’s about inspiring others, making tough choices, and keeping people safe. Good leaders help their teams stay calm, work together, and respond quickly during emergencies. Whether it’s a fire, a car crash, or a medical emergency, leadership can be the difference between life and death.
With strong skills in communication, problem-solving, and decision-making, fire service leaders continue to protect their communities with courage and care.
Staying Sharp in the Fire Service
In the demanding and ever-evolving field of firefighting, continuous learning and professional development are not optional; they're essential. From intense fire suppression to delivering life-saving emergency medical services, firefighters face a broad range of challenges. To stay ahead and lead the way, embracing every training opportunity is a crucial step toward mastering the profession and advancing a meaningful career.
Keeping Pace with Innovation
Firefighting today goes far beyond hoselines and turnout gear. The modern fire service requires a deep understanding of emerging technologies, evolving safety standards, and forward-thinking response strategies. Tools and techniques such as thermal imaging cameras, electric vehicle fires and extrication, and updated wildland-urban interface proto-
Advancing Your Firefighing Career 3rd Vice President Jason Amerson
cols are now essential components of effective operations.
By committing to ongoing education, firefighters not only boost their operational effectiveness but also elevate the quality of service delivered to their communities.
Skill Expansion for a Broader Impact
Whether it’s hazardous materials response, technical rescue, swift water operations, or advanced EMS, training provides opportunities to refine existing abilities and develop specialized skills. Gaining certifications in these areas makes firefighters more adaptable, more valuable to their departments, and more capable in crisis situations.
Versatility matters—and the more a firefighter learns, the more they bring to the table during highstakes incidents and day-to-day operations alike.
Training as a Launchpad for Ca-
reer Growth
Looking to move up the ranks?
Training is the fuel that powers promotion. Many departments require specific certifications and documented training hours for advancement. But it’s more than checking boxes—it's about stepping into leadership with the knowledge, confidence, and capability to guide others.
Importantly, firefighters shouldn't restrict training solely to their current career path. Exploring broader learning opportunities can open doors they never expected and add depth to their leadership potential.
Confidence, Morale, and Team Synergy
Nothing builds confidence like competence. Regular training equips firefighters with tools and readiness to respond effectively, which in turn boosts morale and strengthens crew cohesion. When teams know they’re prepared, they perform better—and that
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performance translates to safer, more efficient outcomes for everyone involved.
A confident, well-trained firefighter is not just a better responder—they're a stabilizing force on the fireground and in the station.
Building Networks and Mentorship
Training environments are fertile ground for networking, ideasharing, and mentorship. Whether it's a state-level seminar or a hands-on extrication class, these settings bring together firefighters from diverse backgrounds with a shared purpose: to improve and grow.
For newer members, mentorship gained through training can offer clarity, support, and inspiration. For seasoned firefighters, sharing experiences and guiding others is both rewarding and essential for shaping the next generation of leaders.
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Final Alarm: Make Training a Priority
The road to a fulfilling and impactful firefighting career is paved with intentional learning and personal initiative. Staying up to date with current techniques, expanding technical skills, preparing for promotion, and building confidence all begin with one simple commitment: show up for training.
Firefighters who prioritize professional growth not only position themselves for success but also strengthen their departments and safeguard their communities. Because when you train for the job you want—and the job your community deserves—you raise the bar for everyone.
When we hear the question, “Are you ready for storm season?”, most people think about hurricanes or thunderstorms. But in the fire service, storms come in more than just weather patterns. As firefighters, we’re called to serve in all conditions. Some days are darker than others — but thankfully, we get more blue sky days than not.
Here in South Georgia, we’re hearing that this year’s tropical storm season could be a rough one. So we prepare: We check our saws, our trucks, we make sure our families have a plan. We train, gear up, and mentally brace ourselves for the call that could come at any hour. That kind of preparation is just part of the job.
But that’s not the kind of
Are You Ready for Storm Season? Director at Large Calvin Hitchcock
storm I want to talk about today.
In the fire service, there’s a mindset — one that tells us if we talk about how we feel, if we admit we’re struggling, it makes us less of a firefighter. I’ve been doing this for a long time, and I’ve seen some incredible leaders lead from the front—especially when it comes to taking care of their people after tough calls or hard times at home.
But I’ve also seen the other side. Leaders who are great at fighting for raises, gear, trucks, and tools — but fall short when it comes to checking in on their team’s mental health. And that’s where we’ve got to do better.
Sometimes we brush it off: “They’ll be fine. It’ll work
itself out.” But what happens when no one checks in? What happens when no one cares enough to ask? That’s when we start losing. And not just as individuals — but as a firehouse, a department, a brotherhood.
We prep for storms with plans, checklists, and backup gear. We’re ready to be gone for days, even weeks, if duty calls. But what if you are the one who needs help? What if you are the one who needs to step back and take a breath?
Are the leaders in your department ready for that conversation? Are they ready to support you when you’re the one in the storm? I sure hope so. And if you’re that person right now — know that I pray you have a crew that will walk
beside you down that road. We’re not invincible, even if we act like we are. We try to fix every problem, we push through pain, we shoulder burdens that no one sees. But even firefighters need to heal.
Over the past few years, I’ve seen what real family in the fire service looks like. I’ve seen departments rally around their own — through medical crises, family loss, burnout, and even cancer treatments. I’ve seen chiefs show up for members who weren’t even active anymore, just because they were family.
That’s what it looks like to be unbreakable. That’s what happens when we put our brothers and sisters’ wellbeing at the top of the list — not just gear or promotions or getting the next title. When we start acting like we truly care — and showing i t— our team becomes stronger than ever.
I’ve learned, sometimes the hard way, what it really means to be a true brother. I’ve had days where I wanted to crawl under a rock, but it was my crew, my family, and my friends who pulled me
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through. Even on the darkest days, someone needs you to be your best. If we strive to show up for each other daily, those dark days don’t feel so heavy.
So here’s my challenge to you: Find something you enjoy outside of the fire station.
Encourage your crew to do the same. Build that time to destress. Sometimes, that small moment could be the thing that saves your crew member — or even saves you. `My prayer is always the same: for you to be safe, for you to go home at the end of your shift, and for you to never forget to take care of yourself.
Calvin Hitchcock
Implementing Successful Fire Department Inspection Cycle Controls
originally published by firerescue1.com
by Robert Avsec
Do you how many fire protection systems for non-residential properties are in your community? Do you know what their operational status is today? Would you like to know the answers to those questions?
The answer is clear. All too often, preventable fires turn tragic, leaving predictable questions in their wake.
West Chester, Pennsylva-
nia. A nursing home fire left four residents dead and resulted in more than 100 residents being evacuated into the chilly night air. Attorneys claim the fire sprinkler system was turned off.
Atlanta, Georgia. Firefighters battled a massive apartment fire where residents claim that fire alarms didn’t sound, and fire authorities are questioning the inspections of the property’s fire protection systems.
Oakland, California. Thirty-six people died in the
“Ghost Ship” fire when a warehouse had been converted into artist studios, creating a death trap with few exits, piles of wood and a mess of snaking electric cords. Fire officials said clutter fueled the flames, a lack of sprinklers intensified the situation and there were few exits to escape.
When fires like these happen, local government officials — including the fire chief — are faced with questions from survivors, the news media and attorneys: Who is responsible? Have inspections been per-
formed? Why didn’t the fire department know about the status of the building’s fireand life-safety systems? Why didn’t the fire department know the changes to the occupancy type or construction that took place? How can we avoid or reduce situations like these? Why does it take a tragedy to change our culture? How do we bridge the gap and engage our community?
New software tools are making it possible for fire chiefs to become better protected by existing — and future — fire protection systems and equipment in non-residential properties. Web-based technology supports fire- and life-safety system compliance and other community risk reduction efforts by tracking fire department inspection cycles by allowing fire personnel to:
• Capture key data and photos needed to complete fire inspections on scene, from signatures to photographic evidence of violations.
• Track hazardous materials stored in structures.
• Keep fire inspectors and incident commanders in the field apprised with cloudbased platforms.
• Access historical property, building and occupant and NFIRS incident data.
Who are the Fire Inspection Data Stakeholders?
There are several people who would be considered stake-
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holders of this kind of data:
• Fire prevention personnel who are tasked with fire prevention activities, including fire prevention code enforcement; particularly regarding inspection, testing and maintenance for installed fire protection systems.
• Third-party fire protection service providers and inspection companies that conduct inspections, testing and maintenance of installed fire- and life-safety protection systems.
• The owners of commercial and business properties that have a responsibility for ensuring that the installed fire protection systems at their properties are properly maintained and inspected.
• Incident commanders planning fire attack and safety measures on the fireground.
Web-based Technology for Sharing Fire Inspection Data
Each stakeholder can register with a web-based portal to customize a working dashboard with the features and benefits based on their role in inspection reporting.
When a service entity completes an inspection, maintenance activity or test on a system, they can enter and submit the report through the portal. Receiving entities (the fire department and building
owners) can receive, manage, file, track, share and communicate the data in those reports with ease.
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5232 OLD NATIONAL HWY
404-549-7847…COLLEGE PARK
JERRY GOWENS GARAGE
20 NW BROAD STREET
770-964-8526…FAIRBURN
JOHNNY’S #2
801 NORTHSIDE DRIVE
770-214-1919…CARROLLTON
JUICY CRAWFISH
4733 JONESBORO ROAD
770-626-3951…UNION CITY
K. ALTERATIONS
5582 CHAMBLEE DUNWOODY ROAD
770-391-1033…ATLANTA
MR. KRABS HUT
4720 JONESBORO ROAD
770-892-5257…UNIN CITY
LA ESPERANZA
407 A N. CENTRAL AVE
404-500-4636…HAPEVILLE
LA ESTRELLA DE MICHOACAN 4140 JONESBORO ROAD
678-462-2143…FOREST PARK
LA FIESTA #2 3174 CHAMBLEE DUNWOODY ROAD 999-999-9999…CHAMBLEE
LA NAILS
1162 MORELAND AVENUE
404-627-9948…ATLANTA
LA NAILS
7195 H HWY 85 770-996-5670…RIVERDALE
LA PATRONA MEXICAN RESTAURANT 2714 SHALLOWFORD ROAD NE 770-451-2776…ATLANTA
LA TAPATIA MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1645 MORELAND AVENUE 470-249-3873…ATLANTA
LAS MORELIANAS TAQUERIA
6890 PEACHTREE INDUSTRIAL BLVD 470-707-5078…DUNWOODY
LATIN AMERICAN TIRES 4357 CHAMBLEE TUCKER ROAD 770-369-6349…TUCKER
LEE MARKET 5459 RIVERDALE ROAD 678-519-0996…COLLEGE PARK
LOPEZ TIRES
706 ALLGOOD ROAD NE 678-324-0290…MARIETTA
LOS BRONCOS MEXICAN RESTAURANT 4510 JONESBORO ROAD 404-361-4500…FOREST PARK
LUGARD’S TIRES & RIMS LLC 5952 FAIRBURN ROAD 770-819-1615…DOUGLASVILLE
LUIGY’S 1720 VESTA AVENUE 678-886-8317…COLLEGE PARK
MARATHON FOOD MART 4460 GLENWOOD ROAD 404-289-4702…DECATUR
MARATHON FOOD MART 7297 TARA BLVD 570-726-4012…JONESBORO
MARMA AUTO TIRES 4990 ROOSEVELT HWY 404-380-7477…UNION CITY
MATHU’S SWEETS 751 DEKALB INDUSTRIAL WAY 404-343-6797…DECATUR
MEENA JEWELERS 1745 CHURCH STREET 404-477-1005…DECATUR
MILA SALON DE BELLEZA 5680 OLD DIXIE HWY 404-549-8574…FOREST PARK
MINA’S FASHION 3713 MAIN STREET 404-762-5854…COLLEGE PARK
MODEL NAIL SALON 6851 SHANNON PKWY #8 770-774-8600…UNION CITY
MONTERREY MEXICAN RESTAURANT 3865 LAVISTA ROAD 770-493-3565…TUCKER
MOON’S CARPET 7297 LEE ROAD 770-941-1090…LITHIA SPRINGS
MOORE’S FURNITURE 980 CARROLLTON HWY 770-562-4444…TEMPLE
MUNDO LATINA 3245 CHAMBLEE DUNWOODY ROAD 770-462-4444…CHAMBLEE
NAIL DESIGNS 4086 COVINGTON HWY 404-288-9085…DECATUR
NAIL SHACKS 484 FLAT SHOALS AVENUE SE 404-524-1500…ATLANTA
NAM PHUONG RESTAURANT 4051 BUFORD HWY 404-633-2400…ATLANTA
NATURAL NAILS 1155 VIRGINIA AVE 404-768-1119…HAPEVILLE
NEW CITY BUFFET 7165 HWY 85 STE B 770-539-5988…RIVERDALE
NIK NAK STORE 5000 ROOSEVELT HWY 770-964-9173…UNION CITY
NOODLES 3693 MAIN STREET 404-767-5154…COLLEGE PARK
OYO HOTEL 4460 GLENWOOD ROAD 404-967-9882…DECATUR
PALMETTO FOOD 204 FAYETTEVILLE ROAD 678-846-5181…PALMETTO
PALMETTO TIRE 584 MAIN STREET 678-519-4405…PALMETTO
PIONEER APPAREL 5369 BUFORD HWY 770-936-0698…DORAVILLE
PLACITA MEXICO MARKET 8420 SENOIA ROAD 770-969-4215…FAIRBURN
PODER LATINO 417 N CENTRAL AVE 404-767-6750…HAPEVILLE
POLLOS ASADOS 5303 BUFORD HWY 770-986-7752…DORAVILLE
PROFESSIONAL CLEANERS 5579 CHAMBLEE DUNWOODY ROAD 770-391-0269…DUNWOODY
PROTECH COLLISON 5874 BUFORD HWY 770-451-8128…DORAVILLE
QUALITY INN 2480 OLD NATIONAL PKWY 404-766-0000…COLLEGE PARK
R. PONCE TIRE SHOP 845 BANKHEAD HWY 678-956-3231…CARROLLTON
ROHINGYA ASIAN 3965 ROCKBRIDGE ROAD SW 470-232-0139…STONE MOUNTAIN
ROOSEVELT CORNERS 6715 ROOSEVELT HWY 678-346-5265…UNION CITY
ROSWELL AUTO IMPORT 350 MAXHAM ROAD 770-649-9997…AUSTELL
SALON DE BELLEZA 7836 TARA BLVD STE D 770-703-5575…JONESBORO
SAN ANTIONIA AUTO REPAIR 2400 SHALLOWFORD ROAD 678-724-0590…ATLANTA
SAN MIGUEL #5 3058 BUFORD HWY 404-748-4848…ATLANTA
SANJU TAILER 739 DEKALB INDUSTRIAL WAY 251-236-2481…DECATUR
SCOTT AUTO REPAIR 1462 SCOTT BLVD 404-377-3600…DECATUR
SERENITY SPA 1155 VIRGINIA AVE 229-302-4480…HAPEVILLE
SHELL FOOD MART 3400 MORELAND AVENUE 404-366-8040…CONLEY
SHELL FOOD MART 5022 ROOSEVELT HWY
SMOKE WORLD 9145 ROOSEVELT HWY 470-726-4169…PALMETTO
SOUNDPROOF AUDIO-VIDEO-TINTING 7015 DOUGLAS BLVD 770-920-0077…DOUGLASVILLE
STONEGATE BOTTLE SHOP
6159 OLD NATIONAL HWY
678-519-1356…COLLEGE PARK
STOP & SAVE FOOD MART
935 N. INDIAN CREEK DRIVE
404-963-5005…CLARKSTON
STYLE N PROFILE
6030 HWY 85 STE 702
770-907-0577…RIVERDALE
SUBWAY
1337 VIRGINIA AVE
404-766-0828…EAST POINT
SUBWAY
519 N. VIRGINIA AVENUE
678-889-5549…HAPEVILLE
SUBWAY
9165 ROOSEVELT HWY 770-463-4080…PALMETTO
SUMO HIBACHI ATL 3404 CLAIRMONT ROAD
678-590-8888…ATLANTA
SUN FOOD MART 10010 TARA BLVD
770-471-4101…JONESBORO
SUPER 8 917 CHURCH STREET
404-378-3765…DECATUR
SUPER MERCADO LA FIESTA 5805 BUFORD HWY NE #7 470-365-2894…DORAVILLE
TANYS MARKET
3623 SHALLOWFORD ROAD 770-609-8956…DORAVILLE
TAQUERIA DON SIGE
1720 VESTA AVENUE
404-762-8084…COLLEGE PARK
TAQUERIA PALETERIA
415 N CENTRAL AVE
678-974-8941…HAPEVILLE
TAXMASTER OF AMERICA 5312 BUFORD HWY 770-458-1152…ATLANTA
TEXACO FOOD MART
4308 N. PEACHTREE ROAD
770-454-8803…CHAMBLEE
TEXACO FOOD MART
4165 ROOSEVELT HWY
404-668-7245…COLLEGE PARK
TEXACO FOOD MART
3902 COVINGTON HWY
404-284-3172…DECATUR
TEXAS SARI SAPNE
739 DEKALB INDUSTRIAL WAY
404-633-7274…DECATUR
THE NAIL SHP
7245 ROCKBRIDGE ROAD 770-498-5884…LITHONIA
THE WINERY II 210 SAVOY DRIVE
770-458-6623…CHAMBLEE
TIENDA CARNICERIA SANTA CRUZ 421 N CENTRAL AVE 404-228-3948…HAPEVILLE
TIENDA GUAMEX #2 5855 BUFORD HWY, STE G 770-454-6144…DORAVILLE
TIENDA HERNANDEZ 1065 ALABAMA STREET 770-836-9074…CARROLLTON
TIENDA LA VARIEDAD 5463 BUFORD HWY 770-292-0411…DORAVILLE
TIENDA LAS LUPITAS TIENDA Y CARNICERIA 1544 TARA ROAD 770-626-3841…JONESBORO
TIP TOP CLEANERS 6116 COVINGTON HWY 770-593-1630…LITHONIA
TIPICOS EL MANNA GUATEMALA 3245 CHAMBLEE DONWOODY ROAD 678-580-2936…CHAMBLEE
TOP NAILS 7137 HWY 85 770-996-4447…RIVERDALE
TOUCH DOWN WINGS 2150 CANDLER ROAD 404-286-3019…DECATUR
TOUCH DOWN WINGS 3622 FLAKES MILL ROAD 678-691-7995…DECATUR
TOUCH DOWN WINGS 6608 TARA BLVD 770-376-6113…JONESBORO
TOUCH DOWN WINGS 336B GA HWY 138 678-479-7997…RIVERDALE
TROUT’S BEVERAGE 220 SHELBY LANE 706-253-2950…JASPER
TWENTY 4 SEVEN-CARROLLTON 1101 ALABAMA STREET 770-832-0664…CARROLLTON
US 1 PACKAGE STORE 1923 WESLEY CHAPEL ROAD 404-781-7887…DECATUR
US BEAUTY MART 7899 TARA BLVD 770-471-7644…JONESBORO
VOLMAZ 1652 CHURCH STREET 404-296-4787…DECATUR
WATCH MASTERS 3364-E CHAMBLEE TUCKER ROAD 770-936-3071…ATLANTA
WELCOME FOODS 1050 HOLCOMBE ROAD 404-565-1387…DECATUR
WESTERN INN & SUITES 7420 OAKLEY ROAD 678-827-7500…UNION CITY
WNB FACTORY 4919 FLAT SHOALS PKWY 770-322-9955…DECATUR
XELAPAN CAFETERIA
5268 BUFORD HWY 770-452-8880…DORAVILLE
XPRESS VAPE & SMOKE 4849 BUFORD HWY 770-676-7947…CHAMBLEE
YUMMY WINGS & FISH
557 N CENTRAL AVE 470-990-7098…HAPEVILLE
Z PACKAGE STORE 1621 MEMORIAL DRIVE 404-370-0396…ATLANTA
Business Directory
In addition to the advertisers who have display and directory space in this issue, these merchants and firms are cooperating to make this magazine a successful and valuable publication.
2K SPA NAILS
76 FOOD MART
CBD SHOP
ADUNA HAIR SALON
CONVENIENCE STORE
AK PACKAGE STORE
AL-BARAKAH FOOD
AMERICAN WINGS
AMOCO FOOD MART-REX
ATL DELI
ACE HANDBAGS
BBQ CHICKEN
BP FOOD MART-DECATUR
BP FOOD MART-DORAVILLE
BARRY’S AUTO CLINIC
BEAUTY CITI
BELLEZA DOMINICAN HAIR STUDIO
BO BO GARDEN
BOOST MOBILE
BOULDERCREST PACKAGE STORE
BUFORD LATINA MARKET
CD PACKAGE STORE
CAPITAL NAILS
CARNICERIA CITY FOOD MARKET
CARNICERIAS LA CONFIANZA #5
CERRITO WESTERN WEAR
CHAMBLEE CLEANERS COIN
LAUNDRY
CHERIANS
CHEVRON FOOD MART-ATLANTA
CHEVRON FOOD MART-COLLEGE
PARK
CHEVRON FOOD MART-DECATUR
CHEVRON FOOD MART-EAST POINT
CHEVRON FOOD MART-HAPEVILLE
CHINA EAST RESTAURANT
CIRCLE K FOOD MART
COLUMBIA FOOD MART
COMPRAMOS ORO
CONFIANZA EN DIOS
CORNER MARKET
D&D FOOD MART
DISCOVER INN
DOMINICAN FLOW
DOMINICAN TOUCH BEAUTY SALON
DONYA’S KITCHEN
DOVER & CHEEK INC.
EAST SIDE BOTTLE SHOP
EDDY’S PACKAGE
EMPIRE PACKAGE STORE
EXXON FOOD MART
EXXON FOOD MART-SCOTTSDALE
FACTORY AUTO BODY
FIRST ORIENTAL MARKET
FOOD TOWN MARKET
FOODS TIENDA
FURNITURE EXPRESS
GEORGIA HALAL MEAT
GLENWOOD VALERO
HAPPY FOOD MART
HERBALIFE-DUNWOODY HOME TOWN FOOD MART
INFASHION MENSWEAR OUTLET
JON MEDA INC.
KPK FOOD MART (B&B MEMORIAL FOOD MART)
KEN & CHRIS PACKAGE STORE
LA FAVORITA
LARRY QUICK STOP
LE SPA NAILS
KING KONG WINGS
LAFIESTA LA SABROSITA
LA SEAFOOD MARKET
LEE’S NAIL BAR
LUCY’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT
LUCKY NAILS
LUXURY NAILS
M&M PACKAGE
MAGIC WOK
MARATHON FOOD MART
MARATHON FOOD MART-ATLANTA
MARATHON FOOD MART-COLLEGE
PARK
MINI MART TIENDA
MORELAND SUPERMARKET
NAI AUTO REPAIR
NEW ORLEANS BAY SEAFOOD
OK BEAUTY LAND
ONE STOP SHOP HAIR SALON
PALM TREE CARIBBEAN CUISINE
PANADERIA PAN CHAPIN
PHAT PHISH CAFE
PJM FOOD STORE
PRECISION TUNE AUTO CARE
QUICK STOP & DELI
QUALITY AUTO SERVICE
QUALITY CHOICE HOTELS
QULUBI INTERNATIONAL MARKET
RAYS DONUTS
RED ROOF INN
ROYAL TOUCH CLEANERS
S.D. TRANSPORT
S&Z DISTRIBUTORS
SAI POOJA
SALON JIREH
SAVWAY FOOD MART
SENTRY COIN LAUNDRY
SHANNON FOOD MART
SHELL FOOD MART-ATLANTA
SHELL FOOD MART-DECATUR
SPOTTING BOARD CLEANERS
STACY’S DOMINICAN
STITCH & SEW SHOP
STOP N SHOP FOOD MART
SUBWAY-COLLEGE PARK
SUBWAY-DECATUR
SUMMIT DELI
SWEET SADIE MAY’S
T NAILS & SPA
T&T NAILS
TEXACO FOOD MART-ATLANTA
TEXACO-CARTERSVILLE
TEXACO FOOD MART-CLARKSTON
TEXACO FOOD MART-EAST POINT
THE KOSHER GOURMET
TIA ROSIE’S KITCHEN
TIENDA TIKAL
TINS & STUFF
URBAN BODY WORKS
USA NAILS
VALERO FOOD MART-STONE
MOUNTAIN
VARIEDADES LA FE
VARIEDADES TIPICOS DILMA
VIRGINIA CURVE
WELCOME BP FOOD MART
WINS & FISH
WIRELESS WORLD
WONDER WOK
WOOD TIRES CENTER
YAKINIKU JAPANESE
YESHI FOOD MART