Business Link June 2011

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Chairman's Column page 2

Awards & Recognition at the Annual Meeting & Gala

103 Annual Meeting & Gala Highlights pages 4 - 5 Upcoming Events page 6 Member Announcements page 10 Small Business of the Month page 10 New Members page 12 Ribbon Cuttings page 12 Commerce Club page 13 New Leadership Hall Class page 14

The Distinguished Citizen Award was presented to Governor Nathan Deal.

(L-R): Greater Hall Chamber Chairman Darrell Snyder, Georgia Power; Chamber President and CEO Kit Dunlap; Governor Deal; Chamber Chairman-Elect Jay Jacobs, Jacobs Media Corporation. (See pages 4-5 for more highlights) The W.G. Mealor Chairman's Award Recipient Russell Vandiver (center), President, Lanier Technical College; Chairman Darrell Synder and Chairman-Elect Jay Jacobs (left).

The award, named for the first Chamber President (W.G. Mealor), has a long tradition of recognizing outstanding citizens in our community and was chosen by Snyder.

The Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce 2010-11 Business Awards were presented at the 103rd Annual Meeting & Gala on May 12 at the Chattahoochee Country Club. Award recipients included: Small Business of the Year: Rushton & Company, CPAs Family Business of the Year: Milton Martin Toyota Community Service Award: Riverside Military Academy W.G. Mealor Chairman's Award: Russell Vandiver, Lanier Tech Distinguished Citizen of the Year Award: Governor Nathan Deal Silver Shovel Award Recipients: Brian Cantel, Cantel Wealth Management Lee Hemmer, The Simpson Company Geoff Lee, Road Atlanta Deborah Mack, Community Volunteer Chris Wade-Curry, Gainesville High School Brian Daniel, Carroll Daniel Construction Company Wolfgang Harter, Community Volunteer Megan Martin, American Security Shredding Chris McCall, Keller Williams Realty Donogh McGuire, Elan Technologies Sherree Moss, Schreiber Foods Mandy Reece, Community Volunteer Melissa Tymchuk, Northeast Georgia Medical Center

Open to the Public!

Job Fair & Career Expo Wednesday, June 22, 2011 Georgia Mountains Center 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Sponsors: Greater Hall Chamber, King's Hawaiian, The Times Gainesville Area Employer Committee, Lanier Technical College

Save the Date Thursday, June 9 Business After Hours Tuesday, June 14 Small Business Success Seminar Wednesday, June 22 Job Fair & Career Expo

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June 7, 2011 • Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

From the Chairman

The Success of Vision, Value & Teamwork

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It was great to see so many members and friends at the 103rd Annual Meeting and Gala. With almost 370 in attendance, it was an outstanding opportunity to recognize the Chamber's many volunteers that have accomplished so much over the year. Many people do not realize how much of a team effort is required and how many volunteer hours are necessary to complete all of the Chamber's programs. Every day, our members, volunteers and staff are making a positive difference in the community. I was very blessed to meet and learn from so many great people in our community this year, and I thank everyone for their time and talents.

We began 2010 with the theme "Vision, Value and Teamwork." Specific goals were developed, and all stayed focused on meeting the goals and needs of our members. A few highlights include: Darrell Snyder

• In Education and Workforce Development, 57 Youth Leadership Hall Georgia Power Company and 29 Leadership Hall participants graduated and learned more about Chairman, Greater Hall key aspects of the community. If these participants are any indication, Chamber of Commerce the future of our community is in great hands.

• The South Hall Business Coalition took great strides in reaching out to the South Hall area with new programs including a roundtable discussion among the area city managers.

• Membership Development created more networking opportunities for our members and achieved well over 100 new members during the membership campaign alone.

• Marketing and Communications launched a new website that is user-friendly and provides members with program information in an easy to search format. You can also follow the Chamber through several social media channels.

• Community Development, through the Healthcare Committee, had over 1,200 runners and walkers and a record number of attendees at the 4th Annual Get Fit Stay Fit 5K Corporate Challenge. They also held another very successful HealthSmart Expo promoting healthy lifestyles through health screening and health information resources from local healthcare businesses.

• VISION 2030 established committees for greenspace, comprehensive land use, harbor town, Senior Leadership Hall and others. A strategic leadership visit to Cary, NC is also planned for June.

• In Economic Development, ZF Group was one of the winners of the local industry of the year awards and went on to be selected as one of the winners of the Georgia Manufacturer of the Year Awards.

Many other new industrial and retail announcements were made over the past year as new and expanding industries created new jobs and retail owners opened new restaurants, grocery stores, clothing and household goods stores and others.

All of these accomplishments would not be possible without great teamwork from all of you, our members, volunteers and staff. Thank you for your outstanding commitment to the Greater Hall Area. It is my pleasure to welcome our incoming Chairman and our first 3rd generation Chairman of the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce, Jay Jacobs. Jay's grandfather served as Chairman in 1928 and his father as Chairman in 1956 and 1970. Jay will do an outstanding job and develop many new ideas.

A special thanks again to all of our award winners and to everyone who has played a role in helping the community remain a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.

Job Fair: For Employers and Job Hunters The upcoming Job Fair & Career Expo on June 22 (10am - 2pm) has advantages for both job seekers and companies. Employers will have a chance to fill openings faster because managers can meet hundreds of job candidates face-to-face during a short period of time. Hiring managers can better spot talent that they might have missed otherwise, and the companies get a publicity boost during uncertain economic times. Companies will have the chance to spread good news about their business. Employer booths ($200) are still available for the event.

For people looking for work, the job fair and career expo provide coveted face-time and personal contact with hiring managers. Job hunters have the opportunity drive home points that aren't in the application and, potentially, elevate their application to the top of the pile. The Georgia Department of Labor will be on hand to assist job seekers with complimentary resume reviews and writing tips, and ZF Wind Power will be interviewing prospective employees during the Job Fair & Career Expo.

The 2011 Job Fair & Career Expo is free and open to the public. Details: Jean McCullough, 770532-6206. Email: jean@ghcc.com. Register online: greaterhallchamber.com

Business Link Volume 17 Issue 6 mcKemie West, editor • email: kwest@ghcc.com GreaterHallChamber.com Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

2010-2011 executive Committee Chairman Darrell snyder Georgia Power Chairman Elect Jay Jacobs Jacobs Media Corporation Treasurer Brian Daniel, Carroll Daniel Construction Company Vice Chair, Economic Development Russell Vandiver Lanier Technical College Vice Chair, Education Beth Baldwin Edward Jones Investments

Vice Chair, Government Affairs Chair, VISION 2030 lee Hemmer Kelly miles, Smith, Gilliam, The Simpson Company Williams & Miles, P.A. meg Nivens, Executive Officer Vice Chair, Marketing and Communications Co-Chairs, HALLmark melissa Tymchuk Paul Chambers, AT&T NEGA Health System David lee, Jackson EMC mimi Collins, The Longstreet Clinic Vice Chair, Membership Development Senior Advisor Allen Nivens, Indigo Energy Rob Fowler, Turner, Wood & Smith Insurance Vice Chair, South Hall Council Geoff lee, Road Atlanta Immediate Past Chairman emily Bagwell, Whelchel, Vice Chair, Community Dunlap, Jarrard & Walker Development Phillippa moss, Gainesville-Hall President & CEO Co. Community Service Center Kit Dunlap, Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

Board of Directors 2010-2011 Brenda Bahel, The Starke Companies

Deborah mack, Community Volunteer

elisabeth Baldwin, BB&T Bank

Keith mcleod, NEGA Urological Associates

Perry Barnett, Rushton & Company

mike miller, Mayor, City of Flowery Branch

Wade Beavers, Beavers/Rogers Law & Advisory

Willie mitchell, Gainesville City Schools

Dr. James Benson, Riverside Military Academy

Dr. martha Nesbitt, Gainesville State College

William H. Beyer, NEGA Heart Center

James Nix, Mayor, City of Clermont

Chad Bolton, NEGA Health System

Tom oliver, Chairman, Hall County Commission

Ruth Bruner, Mayor, City of Gainesville

larry Poole, Mayor, City of Gillsville

sam evans, City of Oakwood Councilman

Terry Roberts, Lake Lanier CVB

Andi Farmer, Milton Martin Honda

Will schofield, Hall County Schools

Kathy Fauscett, Keller Williams Realty

Dr. ed schrader, Brenau University

Jim Fitzgerald, Wrigley Manufacturing

David smith, Merial Select

Jimbo Floyd, Turner, Wood & Smith Insurance

Dennis stockton, The Times

Randall Frost, Stewart, Melvin & Frost

Phil sutton, Kubota Manufacturing

Tony Funari, Mayor, Town of Braselton

milton Turner, Mayor, City of Lula

Dr. John Kennedy, Lakeview Academy

Darrell Wiley, J&J Foods

Jody lail, Chattahoochee Bank of Georgia

Philip Wilheit, Wilheit Packaging Materials

Kelly lee, Wells Fargo Advisors

mike Williams, Lake Lanier Islands Resort

Associate Directors 2010-2011 Drew Addison, Industrial Properties Group

Kingsley Peeples, BatesCarter

Kellie Bowen, Full Bloom Nursery

Dr. Gale starich, Brenau University

Dede Gossage, Heritage Academy

Zack Thompson, Pro Touch Landscapes

melanie Fuller Hill, BB&T

Andrea Timpone, Elachee Nature Science Cnt

Hart Payne, Community Volunteer

Tracy Whitmire, Accusite Surgical Services

staff Executive Kit Dunlap, President/CEO Joy sims, Executive Assistant Economic Development Tim evans, Vice President shelley Davis, Vice President Existing Industry Jean mcCullough, Project Manager Finance & Operations David umberson, Vice President Finance and Human Resources Education & Workforce Development Dana miller, Vice President Government Affairs & South Hall Council michelle Wiley, Membership Coordinator

Community Development Robin Halstead, Vice President VISION 2030 meg Nivens, Executive Officer Membership Development michelle Wiley, Membership Coordinator Marketing & Communications Kemie West, Business Link Editor/Consultant Greater Hall Chamber Welcome Center Robin Halstead, Manager Intern, sara lewis North Georgia College & State University

June 7, 2011 • Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

Membership Development

Small Business of the Year: Rushton & Company

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Rushton & Company, a Commerce Club Member and Chamber supporter for over 25 years, has grown into one of Northeast Georgia’s largest and most respected accounting firms. Initially a one-man company, the agency was founded by Barclay Rushton in 1981 and housed in a tiny office on Green Street in Gainesville. It grew steadily through those early years, then began to take off in 2005 with an aggressive growth strategy.

The recent recession has impacted Rushton & Company, just as it has many of its clients and the local business community. The firm has been especially sensitive to focusing its talents and expertise toward helping local and regional businesses navigate through the troubled economy in areas ranging from business planning to debt restructuring. While putting clients first and helping them through difficult times, the company has witnessed increased demand for its business counseling and accounting services while helping scores of area companies survive and even prosper in the face of adversity. Consequently, Rushton & Company has been rewarded with its own success – growing to 29 employees with an average annual growth rate of 12 percent over the last six years. Rushton & Company celebrates its 30th anniversary this year.

Rushton & Company received the 2010-2011 Small Business of the Year Award at the Greater Hall Chamber's Annual Meeting & Gala.

(L-R): Partners Chris Hollifield, Barclay Rushton and Perry Barnett.

Family Business of the Year: Milton Martin Toyota

Firm partners Barclay Rushton, Chris Hollifield and Perry Barnett lead and set an example for community service that is followed by their staff. The firm holds special in-house seminars designed to teach employees to be better community service citizens and exposes them to opportunities to get more involved in civic service. From local schools, churches and civic clubs to youth sports and nonprofit agencies, the Rushton firm’s community spirit and involvement have made a tremendous positive impact. The Rushton firm also serves as a Partner in Education with two Hall County schools: Sardis Elementary School and Wauka Mountain Elementary School. rushtonandcompany.com

Community Service Award Riverside Military Academy received the Community Service Award. Riverside and the Greater Hall Chamber have been partners for decades and the Get Fit Stay Fit 5K Corporate Challenge, recently completing it's fourth year, would not be a success without the support of Riverside. The cadets and instructors provide team building programs for Leadership Hall and Youth Leadership Hall and open their doors and facilities to numerous others in the community.

Riverside’s community service programs allow cadets to participate in a broad range of activities that make a positive impact in the lives of others.

Milton Martin Toyota and the Martin Family was named the 2010-2011 Family Business of the Year. (L-R): Alan Martin, Mike Martin, Milton Martin, Ricky Martin, Tommy Martin and Melinda Foote.

Milton Martin began a used car dealership in 1961 in Downtown Gainesville on the corner of Green and Spring Streets. He founded his business on customer trust and began building relationships that would last generations with his "Satisfaction Guarantee" creed, a guarantee that became the backbone of his long-standing, community-oriented family business. In 1970, during a time when imported vehicles were not readily accepted, Milton followed his business instinct and purchased the Toyota franchise. Within two years, the dealership was relocated to Browns Bridge Road to accommodate growth and today is the oldest family-owned and operated Toyota dealership in Georgia, now celebrating it's 50th anniversary.

Ambassador of the Year The Ambassador of the Year Award was presented to Megan Martin, American Security Shredding. Megan was chosen by fellow members of the Ambassadors Council in recognition of her ongoing service and involvement with Chamber membership projects, programs and activities. (L-R): Nick and Megan Martin, and parents David and Melissa Stewart.

The cornerstone of Milton's success is continued through his sons and grandchildren.

Brothers Mike and Ricky now own and operate the business and continue Milton's principles of honesty, integrity and customer satisfaction. The company remains a Christ-centered business with a focus on commitment to excellence and dedication to the community. Milton Martin Toyota is a business partner with the Gainesville Police Department and the Hall County Sheriff's Office sponsoring the Teen Driver Program free of charge to local teens and a camp for youth to promote Internet safety and the consequences of drug abuse. The family played an important part in the mission of Eagle Ranch, providing seed money to purchase the land and ongoing operational support in later years. Milton Martin Toyota is a legacy of service and encouragement to others and remains a vital community partner serving the children and youth of Gainesville-Hall County and those abroad with support of organizations like Helping Hands Foreign Missions. The Martin team continues its mission and seeks to "not look at our own interests first, but to the interests of others with a humble attitude and always a word of encouragement." miltonmartintoyota.com

Greater Hall Chamber Honors Silver Shovel Award Winners

Passing of the Chairman's Gavel

Paul Chambers, AT&T, with wife Suzanne and Greater Hall Chamber President/CEO Kit Dunlap. Over 350 Chamber members and guests attended the Gala that was sponsored by AT&T, Georgia Power and Lake Lanier Islands Resort.

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Greater Hall Chamber 20102011 Chairman Darrell Snyder (left), Georgia Power, and wife Darlene with incoming Chairman, Jay Jacobs, Jacobs Media, and wife Anna, at the 103rd Annual Meeting & Gala on May 12.

Jacobs officially takes office July 1.

Membership Development

Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce Silver Shovel Award Recipients are recognized for outstanding service and volunteerism. (LR): Lee Hemmer, The Simpson Company; Wolfgang Harter, Community Volunteer; Chris McCall, Keller Williams Realty; Deborah Mack, Community Volunteer; Megan Martin, American Security Shredding; Mandy Reece, Community Volunteer; Brian Cantel, Cantel Wealth Management; Chris Wade-Curry, Gainesville High School; Melissa Tymchuk, Northeast Georgia Medical Center; Brian Daniel, Carroll Daniel Construction Company. Not pictured: Geoff Lee, Road Atlanta; Donogh McGuire, Elan Technologies; Sherree Moss, Schreiber Foods.

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Meetings & Events

JUNE 2011 Wednesday, June 8 Network Over Coffee 8:30 -9:30 a.m. – Panera Bread

Thursday, June 16 Chamber Executive Committee 11:30 p.m. – Chamber

Wednesday, June 8 Human Resource Council 11:45 a.m. – Luna's Restaurant

Wednesday, June 22 Issues Committee Overview of the 2012 Transportation Investment Act (T-SPLOST) 8:00 a.m. - Chamber

Thursday, June 9 Business After Hours 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. – Port Royale Marina & Lakeside Community Friday, June 10 Economic Development Council 7:30 a.m. – City of Gainesville Public Safety Complex Friday, June 10 Ambassadors Council Banquet 12:00 p.m. – Scott's on the Square Sunday June 12; Monday, June 13 and Tuesday, June 14 VISION 2030 Delegation to Cary, NC Tuesday, June 14 Small Business Success Seminar "A Brand Apart" presented by Wyngate Drive Creative Communications 7:45 - 9:00 a.m. – Chamber

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Wednesday, June 15 Leads Group 11:30 a.m. – Turnstile Deli

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Thursday, June 16 South Hall Business Coalition Update & Tour of Flowery Branch High School by Dr. Mark Coleman, Principal 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. – Flowery Branch High

Wednesday, June 22 Network Over Coffee 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. – Chick-fil-A Stonebridge Village in Flowery Branch Wednesday, June 22 Job Fair & Career Expo 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Georgia Mountains Center Meeting Rooms ABC Thursday, June 23 Chamber Board of Directors 12:00 p.m. – Gainesville Civic Center

Business After Hours Thursday, June 9 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (new time!)

Sponsors: Port Royale, Yamaha & Park Marine Boat Center 9200 LanMar Road in Gainesville $5 Chamber Members • $15 Non-Members • Cash Pot Prize!

Fun on Lake Lanier at Port Royale Marina & Lakeside Community with great food from Pelican Pete's Bar and Grill. There will be the usual Cash Pot Prize and other great door prizes including free boat rentals, life jackets, shirts, and marine accessories. The newest Yamaha watercrafts from Park Marine Boating Centers will be on display. BestInBoating.com Details: Michelle Wiley, 770-532-6206. Email: mwiley@ghcc.com

Small Business Success Seminar Tuesday, June 14 7:45 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce Sponsored by United Community Bank Free for Members; $15 Non-Members

"A Brand Apart" Presented by

MARK YOUR CALENDAR Thursday, August 18 Business After Hours McGarity's Business Products HealthSmart Wednesday, October 12 Georgia Mountains Center 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Breakfast 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Wellness Expo Get info on these and other Chamber events online: greaterhallchamber.com

South Hall Business Coalition The South Hall Business Coalition recently heard an update from area city managers. (LR): Tim Pledge and Gary Smith, Milton Martin Honda (event sponsor); Bryan Kerlin, City of Buford; Stan Brown, City of Oakwood; Jennifer Dees, Town of Braselton; Bill Andrew, City of Flowery Branch; Mike Williams and Grier Todd, Lake Lanier Islands Resort; Kit Dunlap, President/CEO, Greater Hall Chamber.

Wyngate Drive Creative Communications Details: Jean McCullough, 770-532-6206. Email: jean@ghcc.com

South Hall Business Coalition Thursday, June 16 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.

Flowery Branch High School – 6603 Spout Springs Road Sponsored by Milton Martin Honda $5 Chamber Members • $15 Non-Members

Update & Tour of Flowery Branch High School Presented by Dr. Mark Coleman, Principal Join Dr. Coleman for a tour of Hall County's largest high school, serving over 1,500 students with an overview of state-of-the art athletic facilities, labs and classrooms.

Reservations required. Michelle Wiley, 770-532-6206. Email: mwiley@ghcc.com

Job Fair & Career Expo Wednesday, June 22 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Georgia Mountains Center Dozens of Employer Exhibits • Free • Open to Public Sponsored by the Greater Hall Chamber • King's Hawaiian • The Times Lanier Technical College • Gainesville Area Employer Committee

Share information about your company!

Employers – recruit qualified job applicants!

Employer Booths $200 each. Details: Jean McCullough, 770-532-6206. jean@ghcc.com

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Member Announcements June 7, 2011 • Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

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• Dr. Michallene G. McDaniel, Associate Professor of Sociology at Gainesville State College, was ranked 23rd on the largest online site for professor ratings – ratemyprofessors.com, based on rating and comments from students. McDaniel was also selected 2010 Ann Matthews Purdy Outstanding Faculty Member at GSC. gsc.edu • Natalie Walker was named Brenau University's director of alumni relations.

With 13 years experience, she will oversee programs for 18,000 graduates of Brenau campuses and online. Brenau is among the 53 remaining women's colleges in the U.S., four of them in Georgia. brenau.edu • The Greater Hall Chamber has free copies of Georgia Trend's 2011-2012 Small Business Guide. The annual guide provides solutions on starting and growing a small business and seeks to serve the information needs of the state's growing number of small businesses. 770-532-6206. Email: jean@ghcc.com greaterhallchamber.com • The Longstreet Clinic (TLC) neurologist Frank McDonald, MD, MBA, was named to the 2011-12 class of the Georgia Physician Leadership Academy, a program to help physician improve health care delivery. McDonald is a past president of the Hall County Medical Society, on the board of Health Access Initiative, the Medical Association of Georgia and the Georgia Neurological Society. TLC Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine welcomes Amy E. Borrow, MD, and Stephen R. Fisher, MD. longstreetclinic.com

• The Hospital Authority of Hall County and the City of Gainesville elected Steve Blair, an instructor at Gainesville State College, as a new Authority member. John Nix, former managing partner of BatesCarter, was elected to the Northeast Georgia Health System Board, and Tim Scully, MD, a cardiologist with Northeast Georgia Heart Center, was elected to the Northeast Georgia Medical Center Board. nghs.com • Ron Simmons, area director, Gainesville Small Business Development Center was named 2010 Consultant of the Year. The SBDC is offering "Alternative Financing in Today's Market Place – What's Available When the Bank Says No" on June 16, 10 am - 12 pm. Free. Call 770-531-5681. Register online at georgiasbdc.org • WomenSource, The Longstreet Clinic and the Junior League of Gainesville-Hall County's 3-part Summer Health Series: Tuesday, June 14 - Exercise Habits for the Future, Injury Prevention, Safety, Maintaining Bone Density; Tuesday, July 12 - Looking Fit and Feeling Fit, Healthy Weight and Legs Obesity Solutions and Vein Solutions; Tuesday, August 9 - Battle of the Bulge, Middle Age Weight Gain. Call 770-503-9060 or email: womensource@yahoo.com.

• Hall County's Russell McMurry was promoted to State Division Director of Engineering for the Georgia Department of Transportation. He will oversee preconstruction work statewide for bridges and roadway projects and assist in the development of environmental studies, rights of

FAE Celebrates 5 Year Anniversary FAE is globally recognized in the design and manufacturing of leadingedge vegetation control, rock crushing, mulching and soil stabilization attachments. FAE subsidiary, FAE USA, provides all domestic sales and product support for FAE products in the United States. FAE USA has been located in the Atlanta area for 15 years and at its present location in Oakwood since 2006. The industry Oakwood Mayor Lamar Scroggs (left) and has an impressive inventory of parts, Shelley Davis, VP, Existing Industry, Greater Hall from the small single bolt, to hydraulic Chamber, with Giorgio Carera, CEO, FAE USA motors, gear boxes, hydraulic hoses, Inc. at FAE USA's customer appreciation and replacement teeth and any imaginable five year anniversary celebration. part for every single machine that FAE produces. The Hall County location will soon begin assembling equipment and encompasses an additional six acres for future expansion.

“When we located in Oakwood, Hall County, we had many visions of how our company would expand," said Giorgio Carera, CEO of FAE USA Inc. "Now, five years later, we have 25 employees including our independent representatives, and we are planning to begin an assembly operation that will result in more jobs for this community. We have also expanded our dealer network in the U.S. as well as in Canada and South America.

We have exceeded our expectations and look forward to what the future holds for us in North America.”

FAE USA Inc., Oakwood South Industrial Park, 5321 Rafe Banks Drive, Flowery Branch, GA 30542. faeusa.com

way plans, purchases needed rights of way, construction plans, bidding, and engineering technical support. dot.ga.gov • Gregg Hake, CEO of The Spa on Green Street, announced that Les Nouvelles Esthetiques and Spa Magazine awarded The Spa on Green Street with the Southeast's Grand Winner of Outstanding Spas for Excellence in the Green/Wellness category in the May 2011 issue. Founded in 2004, the spa is dedicated to wellness education, the finest in spa services and transformative fitness instruction. spaongreenstreet.com • Dr. Bonita Jacobs, with the University of North Texas since 2009, was named as president of North Georgia College & State University. The university also announced a partnership with the Peace Corps that makes the university one of only five in the country to offer the new Peace Corps Prep Program. northgeorgia.edu • Allen Read, COO/President of M3 Hotel Accounting, announced the relocation of its corporate offices to 340 Jesse Jewell Parkway, Suite 600 in Gainesville. The move doubles operations space for the growing hotel accounting and payroll services company, where more than 15 jobs have been added in the last few years. M3 Hotel Accounting is the industry leader in hotel-specific accounting software, processing over $8 billion in financial transactions annually. hotelaccounting.com • Good Shepherd Lutheran Church launched a capital stewardship campaign to fund a major expansion project at the church, 600 S. Enota Drive in Gainesville.

The 3-year campaign will fund a new fellowship hall, renovated education wing, new kitchen, offices and increase parking capacity. goodshepherdgainesville.org

• GTO 2000, a national provider of transportation logistics, was certified as a SmartWay Transport partner with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. SmartWay is an innovative collaboration between the freight industry and EPA to address issues such as greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption. GTO2000.com • Sterling on the Lake's 3rd annual “Songs 4 Summer” Concert Series is June 4th, 11th and 18th, 7-10 p.m., with live music, family fun, picnicking, giveaways and more. 770967-9777. sterlingonthelake.com/concerts • Gainesville High School principal Chris Mance conferred honorary diplomas to Margie Braff, Don Brewer and Kit Dunlap at the school's commencement program.

Recipients are chosen for service to the school and community, support for the school's mission or sustaining the traditions of the school. gcssk12.net • Mansfield Oil Company announced a five-year agreement with Greyhound Lines, Inc., the largest provider of intercity bus transportation in North America.

Mansfield and Greyhound will work together to relocate Greyhound Agencies to retail convenience store locations found on major thoroughfares and interstates throughout the U.S. Mansfield, the nation's leading provider of end-to-end fuels and fuels services, has served customers in the retail convenience store business since the company opened in 1957. mansfieldoil.com • Coyote Management, L.P. recently named Michael Carey the new General Manager at Lakeshore Mall. shoplakeshoremall.com

GOT NEWS?

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Small Business of the Month Oakwood Tire Company A fixture in the Oakwood, located on Atlanta Highway across from the former South Hall Middle School, Oakwood Tire Company has provided quality tire and automotive service to customers since 1988. Oakwood Tire was purchased by Mike Robertson in 2008. Mike grew up in the family business, Dixie Tire Store, which was located in Downtown Gainesville for over 35 years. The current service staff has over 100 years of Small Business of the Month Recipients Mike and experience in the tire and automoKim Robertson of Oakwood Tire Company and tive industry with 10 large bays Chamber Vice Chair of Membership Allen Nivens. and the latest equipment available for most passenger vehicles. Added services include A/C service, fuel injection services, 24 hour roadside assistance, new tire sales, tire services for commercial trucks and U-Haul rentals. "Our goal is to provide fast and friendly, reliable service to our customers. Call, come by or visit us on the web for a quote for any service," said Mike Robertson. Oakwood Tire Co., 3120 Atlanta Highway, Gainesville GA 30507. 770-535-0943. oakwoodtire.com

Ribbon Cuttings

Wilson Orthodontics South Hall

Arrow Exterminators Jeff Blackwell 957 Enota Avenue, NE Gainesville, GA 30501 (770) 535-7670 -Pest Control arrowexterminators.com

Ron D. Wilson, DMD, and the Wilson Orthodontics team held a ground breaking for an office in Flowery Branch at the Publix development on Spout Springs and Friendship Roads, close to their office in Hoschton/Braselton. "The W Building" will bring patients the latest technology including Damon Clear, Invisalign, Invisalign Teen, an internet cafe, charity spa, theater, game room, coffee and snack bar! The goal to give patients the ultimate experience while providing the best possible, quality orthodontics in a timely manner. Wilson Orthodontics Gainesville, 770-536-0882; Hoschton/Braselton, 770-967-8462. WilsonBraces.com

Northeast Georgia Physicians Group

Northeast Georgia Physicians Group (NGPG) family medicine physicians Monica Q. Newton, DO, and Wylie E. Newton, MD, a husband-wife team, cut ribbon for the new practice at NGPG Gainesville. The clinic is now accepting patients ages two and older for routine and preventative health evaluations, immunizations, same-day appointments, EKG, physicals, and laboratory services. Call 678-450-8969 to schedule appointments. 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The office is located at 950A South Enota Drive in Gainesville.

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AccuQuest Hearing Centers

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Welcome New Members

Steve and Lilliana Conner cut ribbon to celebrate the opening of AccuQuest Hearing Center in Gainesville. With over 100 offices across the U.S., AccuQuest offers a unique package of services with every hearing aid they fit: three year full service warranty with loss and damage coverage; 30 or 45 day trial period; Free in-office repairs, cleanings, and adjustments for life; Free diagnostic and annual diagnostic testing; and accepts most insurances. AccuQuest Hearing Center, 601 Broad Street, Suite A, Gainesville, GA 30501. 770-532-4313. accuquest.net

The Shipping Depot Jimmy Kiser cuts ribbon to celebrate his newest location of The Shipping Depot in Downtown Gainesville. The store is your one-stop-shop for all your business and mailing needs, providing mailing, shipping, check cashing, stamps, mail box rental, copying, faxing and more.

The Shipping Depot, 229 E. E. Butler Parkway, Suite 300, Gainesville, GA 30501. 678-450-8042. shippingdepotusa.com

GuildCraft Dominic Tulk PO Box 936 Buford, GA 30515 (678) 855-1075 -Manufacturer/Processor Masterpiece Mixers Paint and Party Studio Krista Dowling 7435 Spout Springs Road Braselton, GA 30517 (678) 928-1100 -Recreation masterpiecemixers.com Sponsor: Paul Jones, Independence Bank

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Skip Barber Head Office Location

Organizations that have been long-standing members of the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce were recognized at the 103rd Annual Meeting & Gala:

Skip Barber Racing School, the world’s foremost school for racing instruction, is moving its offices to Hall County from Connecticut. The office relocation joins the schools’ existing base location that has operated at Road Atlanta since 2008.

100 Years – 1902-1911 AT&T Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Gainesville Georgia Power Milliken New Holland Turner, Wood & Smith Insurance Regions Bank Riverside Military Academy Wells Fargo

75-99 Years – 1912-1936 Brenau University Clipper Petroleum Harrison Oil & Tire Company Hulsey, Oliver & Mahar Jackson Electric Membership Corporation NEGA Council Boy Scouts of America The Salvation Army Slack Auto Parts Company Smith, Gilliam, Williams & Miles, P.A.

50-74 Years – 1937-1961

25-49 Years – 1962-1986 Allergy & Asthma Clinic of NEGA American Business Womens Association Animal Medical Care The Arts Council Atlanta Gas Light Company Atmos Energy BB&T Barbe America, Inc.

“Skip Barber Racing School’s decision to raise its profile in Georgia will help boost tourism in the state and draw other automotive companies associated with racing,” said Governor Nathan Deal. “The Racing School has been a great partner in helping us promote Georgia, and we appreciate its interest in growing along with the state.”

“The company’s Road Atlanta facilities are centrally located for our operations and the logistical demands placed on our company. Hall County provides excellent proximity to major airports and provides access to skilled professionals for employment,” stated Kevin Seidl, Chief Operating Officer, Skip Barber Racing School. The Greater Hall Chamber's economic development team began working with this head office relocation in June 2009 and invited the Georgia Department of Economic Development to be a partner in the initial discussions with Skip Barber Racing executives.

“Skip Barber Racing School at Road Atlanta is one of Georgia’s crown jewels in adventure tourism. This move brings us closer to the resources and talent of the world’s most renowned racing school. It’s a boost to Hall County and Georgia to be the home of Skip Barber Racing School,” said Kit Dunlap, President & CEO of the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce.

Since 1975, Skip Barber has operated a fully integrated system of racing schools, driving schools, racing championships and corporate events across North America. skipbarber.com

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Adams Transfer & Storage Co., Inc Cain Electric Company Carroll Daniel Construction Company Chattahoochee Country Club Citisco City Plumbing & Electric Supply Company Elmer Truelove Dairy Gainesville Marina Gainesville State College H. Lloyd Hill Architects & Associates, Inc. Jacobs Media (WDUN / WGGA) James Electric Company Junior League of Gainesville-Hall County Kesler Tire Service, Inc. Lawson Air Conditioning & Plumbing, Inc. Mar-Jac Poultry, Inc. Matthews Printing Company Milton Martin Toyota Northeast Georgia Health System, Inc. Quinlan Visual Arts Center Riverside Pharmacy Stewart, Melvin & Frost, LLP SunTrust The Times US Army Corps of Engineers Lake Lanier Whelchel, Dunlap, Jarrard & Walker

BatesCarter Benton & Parker Co., Inc. Burger King Phillip Bush, DDS Cargill, Inc. CMA Agency, Inc. Conditioned Air Systems, Inc. Crystal Farms Don Carter Realty Duplicating Products, Inc. ETCON Employment Solutions F & M Imports Fieldale Farms Corporation First United Methodist Church Gainesville Financial Services, Inc. Gainesville Radiology Group, PC Georgia Mountains Center Georgia Mountains Regional Commission Gibson Dental Designs, Inc. Henry Goble, DDS Harris Products Group Hayes Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep of Gainesville Henry & Company, LLP Highland Mountain Beverage Service, Inc. Home Builders Assoc. of Gainesville-Hall Co. Hudson, Carter & Company, PC Industrial Pipe & Supply Company Koch Foods, Inc. Philip Koch, DMD, PC Lakeshore Mall Lakeview Academy Landscape Management Company Lanier Technical College Liberty Mutual McDonald's, NEGA Inc. M-D Building Products Morton, Vardeman & Carlson NEGA Community Foundation, Inc. The Norton Agency Olympic Oil Company Grady Parrish DDS/Chris Childs DMD Poor Richards Restaurant Primex Plastics Corporation Regions Bank Road Atlanta Rochester & Associates, Inc. Rushton & Company Saul's Skanska USA SKF USA Inc. Smith, Gilliam, Williams & Miles, P.A. Southern Craft Dental Lab Specialty Clinics of Georgia, PC Stewart, Melvin & Frost, LLP Tipton Construction Company, LLC Tunco Manufacturing Co., Inc. Turbo Logistics UGA Small Business Development Center Village Nursing Care, Inc. Wal-Mart Wilheit Packaging, LLC Wrigley Manufacturing Company, LLC

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Founded in 1983, Leadership Hall County (LHC) now has over 850 graduates. The program is coordinated by a Program Advisory Committee with newly elected representatives Brian Cantel, Cantel Wealth; Joey Bostwick, ComTram Group, and Deanna Brown, United Way of Hall County. The 2010-2011 Class of Leadership Hall County:

Greater Hall County Area Jobless Employment Rates Hall County

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For more on Leadership Hall County or other Greater Hall Chamber Education and Workforce Development programs, contact Dana Miller, Chamber Vice President of Education, 770-532-6206.

Email: dmiller@ghcc.com. Online: greaterhallchamber.com

Permits Issued - Hall County Latest

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Youth Leadership Hall

Previous Month

Youth Leadership Hall attended a day-long retreat at Montara Farm where the class participated competitive activities using a full range of skills, physical and mental abilities. The class took part in graduation ceremonies, and Darrell Synder, Chamber Chairman, presented 55 plaques to students. Many thanks to Montara Farm for their generosity and to Georgia Power for sponsoring lunch.

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Jay Bates - Wilheit Packaging Phil Bonelli - Wells Fargo John Breakfield - Breakfield & Dean, LLC Greg Brooks - 3 Dimensional Life Ashley Carter - Foothills Area Health Education Center Marylynn Casula - The Longstreet Clinic, P.C. Alicia Caudill - Gainesville State College Julia Clay - Brenau University Karina Costantini - Gainesville-Hall County Community Service Center Allana Cummings - Northeast Georgia Health System, Inc. Katie Dubnik - Northeast Georgia Health System, Inc. Callie Flack - North Georgia Community Foundation Brett Fowler - Turner, Wood and Smith Insurance Shane Gaddy - Wells Fargo Advisors Sandra Gentry - Georgia Power Joy Griffin - United Way of Hall County Rev. Ben Haupt - Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Katie Highsmith - Jacobs Media Corporation Brian Hughs - The Simpson Company Nick Kastner - Red Clay Interactive Megan Martin - American Security Shredding Chris Matthews - Hall County Sheriff's Office Carol Moore - Georgia Mountains Center Guerry Norwood - Regions Bank Tony Paramore - Gainesville Paint & Design Center Kingsley Peeples - BatesCarter Luis Santos-Rivas - Gainesville State College Carol Shirley - Community Bank & Trust Rustin Smith - Stewart, Melvin & Frost, LLP Keith Whitaker - Smith, Gilliam, Williams & Miles, P.A. Emily Whitehead - Milton Martin Toyota Shae Whitmire - Whitmire Group Tiffany Whitmire - Rushton & Company, LLC Jennifer Wilson - The Fudgery, Inc. Bill Youngblood - Right At Home

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Mar 2011

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Apr 2010 11 4 81 108 7

Mar 2011 2 4 40 87 2

Total 2010 45 33 647 1,012 39

2011 YTD 9 13 202 229 7

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Mar 2011

Avg Price

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181,925

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130,529

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144,160

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31

183,092

46

171,258

34

215,402

279

203,389 118

187,266

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22

56,885

21

56,454

16

75,000

144

89,653

65

61,509

South

23

149,765

20

166,015

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158,503

172

133,791

70

151,714

West

50

147,606

42

177,450

35

135,825

374

170,098 153

151,450 Updated 5/31

Data compiled by the Norton Agency. For additional information or other data products, please call:

Tommy Howard 770-718-5204

The Norton Agency thoward@nortonnorthga.com

The Power To Perform

Small Business Seminar Senator's Healthcare Committee Update

Chamber's Residential Beautification Awards Dave and Judi Scobey, 5102 Town Creek Court in Gainesville, were awarded the Greater Hall Chamber's Spring 2011 Residential Beatification Award. Photos of extensive landscaping improvements made by the Scobey's.

Thank You Event Sponsors AT&T • ComTran Group, Inc. Georgia Power • Lake Lanier Islands Resort Milton Martin Honda • Montara Farms Red Clay Interactive • United Community Bank

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Sandy Headley, Access to Capital (ACE), presented the May Small Business Seminar. (L-R): Ron Simmons, Gainesville SBDC; John Lawson, ACE Loan Officer; Sandy Headley, ACE VP of Lending; Marilyn and Jim Grier, Prepaid Legal. Elizabeth Carswell and Jamie Reynolds, Wyngate Drive Creative Communications, will present the June 14 seminar. Sponsored by United Community Bank. Details: Jean McCullough, 770-532-6206. Email: jean@ghcc.com. Online: greaterhallchamber.com

The Greater Hall Chamber's Healthcare Committee heard a presentation from Senator Renee Unterman, Chair of the Senate Healthcare Committee, at the May 4th meeting. Unterman (right) with Healthcare Committee Chair Dr. Jack Chapman, Gainesville Eye Associates.

David Westfall, MD, District Health Director, District 2, presented a plaque to Dr. Chapman on behalf of the Georgia Public Health Association (GPHA) in appreciation for his service on the Public Health Study Committee and presented a certificate on behalf of the Hall County Board of Health to Senator Unterman in appreciation for her work on HB 214 that established Public Health as an independent department. This presentation represented the first time in the 85-yearhistory of GPHA that an elected official has been honored by the association.

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Upcoming Chamber Events Business After Hours Thursday, June 9 Port Royal Marina 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Sponsored by Yamaha, Port Royale and Park Marine Boating Centers Small Business Success Seminar Tuesday, June 14 "A Brand Apart" Presented by Wyngate Drive Creative Communications 7:45 - 9:00 a.m. – Chamber Sponsored by United Community Bank

South Hall Business Coalition Thursday, June 16 "Update & Tour of Flowery Branch High School" Presented by Dr. Mark Coleman, Principal 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.

6603 Spout Springs Road in Flowery Branch Sponsored by Milton Martin Honda Get information and register for these events and others online at greaterhallchamber.com

U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT #47 GAINESVILLE, GA

Job Fair & Career Expo Wednesday, June 22 Georgia Mountains Center 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Sponsored by Greater Hall Chamber, King's Hawaiian, The Times, Lanier Technical College and Gainesville Area Employers Committee

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