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"A Taste of Gainesville" is 5-7pm at Business After Hours sponsored by AccessWDUN with menu samples from local restaurants: 2 Dog, Buffalo Wild Wings, Fajitas Mexican Restaurant, Gainesville Seafood Market, Mountain Fresh Creamery, Oakwood Occasions, Panera Bread, Scott's Downtown and Southern Smoq BBQ. Open to the Public. $5 Entry Fee. Cash Bar. See you at the Expo! Details: Megan Martin, 770-532-6206 x 115. Email: mmartin@ghcc.com

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Grand Prize Valued at $1,000 Includes: 2 Dog Restaurant Gift Card ($100) • DressUp Gift Card ($100) Look Who's Happy Dog Treats ($150 Value) • Turkey Fryer from Liberty Utilities ($100 Value) • Home Décor from House Dressing Interiors and Gainesville Design Center ($510 Value)

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• February 4 from 2-7pm at the Gainesville Civic Center • Great Drawings throughout the day • Open to the Public • Business After Hours at the EXPO • Free Shuttle Service • "A Taste of Gainesville" is 5-7pm at Business After Hours • Grand Prize Drawing at 6:30 pm • Do not have to be present to win Grand Prize

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The Buy Local EXPO IS THIS Thursday, February 4!

The EXPO not only showcases businesses in Greater Hall County but also features great prizes including a GRAND PRIZE DRAWING for over $1,000 of local merchandise!

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Thursday, March 10 University of North GA Gainesville Campus Open to the Public

The Chamber's Annual Transportation Forum is Thursday, March 10 at the University of North Georgia from 11:30 am -1:00 pm at the Gainesville Campus, Continuing Education Auditorium. The forum is open to the public and creates discussion with transportation officials, Chamber members, business professionals and community leaders.

Speakers will include officials from the Georgia Department of Transportation as well as representatives from the GainesvilleHall County Metropolitan Planning Organization.

The event is presented by Independence Bank of Georgia and Rochester & Associates.

Additional sponsors are Coca-Cola of Gainesville, Highland Mountain Water, McDonald’s, AccessWDUN and The Times.

Cost $15 for Chamber Members, $20 Nonmembers, and includes a boxed lunch.

Reservations required. Gerri Collins, 770532-6206 x 106. Email: gcollins@ghcc.com.

Online: greaterhallchamber.com

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A Publication of the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

From the Chairman

Chamber: A big voice for small business The Greater Hall Chamber's Small Business Council makes sure that small businesses have a big voice in Greater Hall County. The Chamber is based on small businesses; in fact, over 85% of our membership base is comprised of small businesses. The Chamber supports all businesses through a combination of advocacy, facilitated business connections and opportunities for growth. In particular, our advocacy efforts aim to be a voice for small businesses, speaking out in favor of legislation, policies and movements that are pro-business.

Brian Daniel Carroll Daniel Construction Co. Chairman, Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

According to the Small Business Administration, small firms accounted for 63% of the net new jobs created between 1993 and mid-2013 (14.3 million jobs in the US). Because existing, small and start-up companies create the foundation of a strong economy, the Chamber has a special focus on nurturing and supporting these businesses by providing innovative and value-driven programs to meet our small business members and their needs. Also, the Chamber keeps business owners on top of important, ever-changing issues and trends in the community and local marketplace.

Governor Nathan Deal proclaims the third week in February as GEORGIA SMALL BUSINESS WEEK. The Greater Hall Chamber will spotlight our valuable small business members this week as we do all year through programs such as the monthly Small Business Seminars and Marketing Workshops, weekly Networking events, monthly and annual Small Business Awards and the Buy Local Expo on February 4.

If you're not already a Chamber member, now is the time to join. The Chamber's Annual Membership Recruitment Campaign kicked off on January 25 (details on page 12). Special incentives are in place now through February 29 and offer real value and a big bang for your bucks. According a research study by The Shapiro Group, Inc. and Market Street Services, when consumers know that a small business is a member of their local chamber of commerce, they are 44% more likely to think favorably of it and 63% more likely to purchase goods or services from the company in the future.

Join now and start taking advantage of Greater Hall Chamber membership benefits. To join, contact Kara Tate, Vice President of Membership Sales, 770-532-6206 x 116 or email: ktate@ghcc.com

"Small Business represents the heart of the economy and a dominant source of job creation.

The Chamber and our Small Business Council supports Georgia Small Business Week as well as ongoing efforts to promote, sustain and grow small businesses in Gainesville-Hall County."

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Georgia Small Business Week Governor Nathan Deal proclaims the third week in February 2016 (February 15-19) as GEORGIA SMALL BUSINESS WEEK. The Greater Hall Chamber recognizes the impact of small business by hosting monthly Small Business Seminars, on-going marketing workshops, awards and recognition, insurance and healthcare educational forums, and more. With over 85% of Chamber members being small businesses, the Greater Hall Chamber recognizes that small business is the heart of our economy.

According to the Georgia Department of Labor, 287,850 business establishments represented Georgia's employment in the first quarter of 2015; of those: • 99.8% are categorized as small (fewer than 500 employees) • 97.7% employed fewer than 100 • 94.7% employed fewer than 50 • 77.8% employed fewer than 10 To learn more about Georgia Small Business Week, visit georgia.org/small-business. For more on Greater Hall Chamber Small Business Initiatives, contact Amanda Lewis, Small Business Project Manager, 770-532-6206 x 111. Email: a lewis@ghcc.com

Business Link VOLUME 21 ISSUE 8 McKemie West, Editor • Email: kwest@ghcc.com

greaterhallchamber.com Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

2015-2016 Executive Committee Vice Chair, Marketing and Chairman Communications Brian Daniel Carroll Daniel Construction Co. Katie Dubnik Forum Communications Chairman Elect Vice Chair, Membership Lee Hemmer Development The Simpson Company Tony Paramore Gainesville Design Center Treasurer David Abee, Regions Bank Vice Chair, South Hall Council Andy Kalinauskas Vice Chair, Economic Conditioned Air Systems Development Brian Rochester Vice Chair, Community Rochester & Associates Development Lila Weaver, Brenau University Vice Chair, Education Kristi Barker, Georgia Power Chair, VISION 2030 Davis White Vice Chair, Government LinkPoint Advantage John Breakfield Elizabeth Higgins, Exec Director Breakfield & Associates

Co-Chairs, HALLmark Paul Chambers AT&T Jimbo Floyd Turner Wood & Smith Insurance Melissa Tymchuk Northeast Georgia Health System Senior Advisor Randall Frost Stewart, Melvin & Frost Immediate Past Chairman David Lee, Jackson EMC President & CEO Kit Dunlap Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

Board of Directors 2015-2016 Charlotte Atkins, The Times Perry Barnett, CPA, Rushton & Company Col. James Benson, Riverside Military Academy Phil Bonelli, Wells Fargo Dr. Wanda Creel, Gainesville City Schools Stacey Dickson, Lake Lanier CVB Danny Dunagan, Mayor, City of Gainesville Sam Evans, Councilman, City of Oakwood Josh Everett, New Leaf Landscape Services Jimbo Floyd, Turner Wood & Smith Insurance Tony Funari, Funari Realty Loren Funk, The Longstreet Clinic Rob Geoffroy, The Atlanta Falcons Emily Hayes, Milton Martin Toyota Will Hicks, Stifel Morgan House, Lake Lanier Olympic Venue Dr. Bonita Jacobs, University of North Georgia Anna Jacobs, Jacobs Media Lane Jones, Highland Mountain Beverage Jay Kelley, Signs By Tomorrow Dr. John Kennedy, Lakeview Academy Mary Jane Locklear, Cox Communications

Steve McNeilly, Northeast GA Health System Dick Mecum, Chair, Hall County Commission Terry Merck, American Yazaki Mike Miller, Mayor, City of Flowery Branch Steve Naughton, Enterprising Solutions James Nix, Mayor, City of Clermont Bill Orr, Mayor, Town of Braselton Greg Ours, Poly Enterprises Dr. Ray Perren, Lanier Technical College Larry Poole, Mayor, City of Gillsville Brad Puryear, Mansfield Energy Barbara Rambo, ProCare Rx Jeff Reinhardt, MD, The Longstreet Clinic Will Schofield, Hall County School System Dr. Ed Schraeder, Brenau University Carol Shirley, South State Bank Louis Smith, Northeast Georgia Health System Jody Spain, Cotton Eyed Joe’s Grier Todd, Lanier Islands Milton Turner, Mayor, City of Lula Philip Wilheit, Wilheit Packaging

Associate Directors 2015-2016 Andy Bangs, Alexander, Almand & Bangs Carolina Diaz, Georgia Power Craig Dowdy, SunTrust Anna Guzman, Jackson EMC Michael Lancaster, Edward Jones Erin Langford, HTI Employment Solutions

Caroline Lewallen, Jaemor Farms Mike McGraw, PrideStaff Steven Mickens, Boys & Girls Clubs Josh Schlieman, Sullivan & Schlieman Gary Smith, Milton Martin Honda Elizabeth Thompson, House Dressing

Staff Executive Kit Dunlap, President & CEO Gerri Collins, Executive Assistant Economic Development Tim Evans, Vice President Shelley Davis, Vice President Existing Industry Amanda Lewis, Project Manager Garrett Wiley, Project Manager Finance & Operations David Umberson, Vice President Finance & HR Membership Development Megan Martin, Vice President, Development Kara Tate, Vice President, Membership Sales Education Dana Miller, Vice President

Government Affairs Garrett Wiley, Project Manager South Hall Council Megan Martin, Vice President Membership Community Development Robin Halstead, Vice President VISION 2030 Elizabeth Higgins, Executive Director Marketing & Communications Kemie West, Business Link Editor/Consultant Greater Hall Chamber Welcome Center Robin Halstead, Manager

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Annual Job Fair is March 23

Construction of new campus to begin in May 2016

Job seekers complete applications on-site at the Chamber's 2015 Job Fair. The 2016 Job Fair is Thursday, March 23 at the Gainesville Civic Center. The event is open to the public, with no admission fee and 60+ employers on hand looking to hire.

Dr. Ray Perren, President of Lanier Technical College, presented an update at the Chamber's January South Hall Business Coalition meeting. Dr. Perren discussed details for a new campus slated to open in fall of 2018. Construction crews could break ground as early as May on the new location of Lanier Tech and includes an estimated 320,000-square-foot, six-building campus on 85 acres on Highway 365 at Howard Road in Hall County. Perren noted that many factors went into selecting the tract on Highway 365, including accessibility, size, and proximity to prospective employers for students.

"We tried to locate where our graduates are going. We took a look at health care providers. We took a look at industry. We took a look at other employers where graduates are going," said Perren, noting that 40 percent of the school's 5,157 students are enrolled in a health-related program.

The Greater Hall Chamber's Annual Job Fair is Thursday, March 23 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Gainesville Civic Center and is a great opportunity for both employers and job seekers. The event is open to the public with NO admission fee!

The new location will feature all the current programs offered at the 43-acre campus in Oakwood, as well several new courses including commercial truck driving, hospitality and tourism, marine engine technology, and poultry science technology.

Employers will have the opportunity to meet hundreds of job candidates face-toface during a short period of time. Employer booths are available for $300 ($325 with electricity) $200 for Non-Profits ($225 with electricity).

Buildings to be constructed at the new campus include training facilities for firefighting technology students, a mock cell tower for wireless technology students and a commercial truck driving range. The current Oakwood campus will be taken over by the University of North Georgia, expanding their campus in Gainesville. laniertech.edu

For job seekers, the event provides coveted face-time and personal contact with hiring managers. The Presenting Sponsor is Spherion Staffing Services.

Additional sponsors include Express Employment Professionals (Platinum); Kings Hawaiian (Gold); HTI Employment Solutions (Silver), Gainesville Area Employer Committee, Georgia Department of Labor and Lanier Technical College.

Goods/Service Sponsors: Signs by Tomorrow, McDonald's, McGarity's Business Products, Milton Martin Honda and Panera Bread. For Employer Exhibit Info, contact Amanda Lewis, 770-532-6206 x 111. Email: alewis@ghcc.com

South Hall Business Coalition (L-R): Gary Smith, Milton Martin Honda (an event sponsor); South Hall Council Chair Andy Kalinauskas, Conditioned Air Systems; Program Presenter Dr. Ray Perren, President, Lanier Technical College; Kit Dunlap, President & CEO, Greater Hall Chamber, at the January South Hall Business Coalition Meeting at Lanier Technical College. The Coalition will meet on Tuesday, February 16 from 8-9am for an update on Lanier Christian Academy (LCA) by Al Gainey. LCA, formed by the unification of Heritage Academy and North Georgia Christian School, will offer unique educational models in the new school year (August 2016). Options include the traditional 5-day school model or the 3-day University Model (3 days of class and 2 at home allowing parents direct involvement). By unifying the two schools, LCA is able to provide more opportunities in the classroom, more sports programs, and increased options for fine arts and technology. Plans are to relocate to a permanent campus located on 145 acres in South Hall County. lanierchristian.org Chamber South Hall Business Coalition meetings are held monthly and sponsored

by Milton Martin Honda and Red Clay Interactive. Light breakfast included. $5 Chamber Members; $15 Non-Members. Details: Megan Martin, 770-532-6206 x 115. Email: mmartin@ghcc.com

Accolades: Gainesville-Hall County Site Selection Magazine ranked Gainesville-Hall County 5th on its list of “Top Metros

by Number of Projects” in metros with population less than 200,000 and named Georgia as the #1 place to do business in the nation for the third consecutive year.

The Milken Institute Report has rated the Gainesville-Hall County MSA among the “Best Small Metro Areas in the U.S.” for the fifth consecutive year, based on job and salary growth. Gainesville-Hall County is the #1 ranking Metro area in Georgia, according to the Milken Institute.

Area Development included Gainesville-Hall County among its 2015 cities for “YearAfter-Year Growth,” and Georgia has been named the #1 place for business by Area Development and CNBC. Forbes Magazine has rated Gainesville as one of the “Best Small Places for Business & Careers” for the last four years.

In 2015, the Federal Reserve Bank named Gainesville-Hall County one of the most dynamic economies in Georgia and the nation.

Northeast Georgia Medical Center is Georgia’s #1 hospital and is #2 in the U.S. for overall hospital, medical and surgical care, according to a 2015 study by CareChex.

Lanier Technical College was named Georgia’s Technical College of the Year for 2014. It is the fastest growing Technical College in Georgia, with an 8.5% increase in enrollment, to 5,240 students.

Where to Retire Magazine named Gainesville one of the “Top 5 Places to Retire Affordably” in 2014 and a “Tax-Friendly City” in 2015.

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You have only so many years to prepare for retirement. That’s why contributing to your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) is so important.

Fortunately, you still have time to maximize your 2015 IRA contribution before the April 15 deadline.

Free training passes to area fitness centers available (limited, 1st come-1st serve, and must register at Chamber). Race Awards will be presented to the Fastest Corporate Team, the Fastest Community Team, Fastest CEO, Best Team Spirit and T-Shirt Contest Awards and more! Finish line results and race times will be done electronically and awards presented in several age categories. FREE food, drink, music and giveaways following the race at “Hall County’s Largest Office Party”! Tent rentals are also available. Details: Megan Martin, 770-532-6206 x 115.

Email: mmartin@ghcc.com Online: ChamberChase5k.com

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2016 Chamber Chase Who: Businesses, Non-Profits, Schools, Families, Individuals What: 2016 Chamber Chase 5K on Thursday, March 31 When: Race at 6:00 pm – Walk at 6:10 pm – Awards at 7:00 pm Where: Riverside Military Academy in Gainesville How: Register online now-March 24; at Chamber now-March 31 Cost: $30 per runner/walker; $35 after March 17 Details & Online Registration: ChamberChase5K.com

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Arbor Day Celebration is Friday, February 19 at 10 am at the Elachee Nature Science Center.

Open to the public, the event is coordinated by the Greater Hall Chamber and sponsored by the Keep Hall Beautiful, Hall County Master Gardeners, Georgia Power, Premier Georgia Printing & Labels, Elachee Nature Science Center and New Leaf Landscaping. Festivities include the planting of a tree, student art and essay contest recognition, and a joint city/county proclamation with Tree City USA recognition.

The Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce Beautification Committee and the Georgia Forestry Service announced winners of the 2016 Arbor Day Student Art and Essay Contest in Winning Arbor Day Art Contest Painting by 3rd Grader Chase Eller, Sardis Enrichment School.

January. Over 100 entries were submitted with the topic “I Speak for the Trees.” Details: Robin Halstead, VP, Community Development, 770-532-6206 x 101. Email: rhalstead@ghcc.com

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The 2016 Chamber Chase 5K and 2 Mile Wellness Walk is Thursday, March 31 at 6:00 pm at Riverside Military Academy in Gainesville.

Register ONLINE now through March 24 at (ChamberChase5k.com) or register IN PERSON now through March 31 at the Chamber, 230 E.E. Butler Parkway in Gainesville. The registration fee is $30, and $35 after March 17.

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Meetings & Events

Transportation Forum 2016

Thursday, March 10 11:30 am - 1:00 pm University of North Georgia Gainesville /Continuing Ed Auditorium The Chamber's Annual Transportation Forum is open to the public and creates discussion with transportation officials, Chamber members, business professionals and community leaders. Speakers will include officials from the Georgia Department of Transportation as well as the Gainesville-Hall County Metropolitan Planning Organization. Lear about important updates on current transportation projects! $15 for Chamber Members, $20 Non-members, and includes a boxed lunch. Reservations required. Reservations: Gerri Collins, 770-532-6206 x 106. Email: gcollins@ghcc.com

FEBRUARY 2016 Wednesday, February 3 Healthcare Committee 8:00 a.m. – Chamber Thursday, February 4 Buy Local Expo / Safe & Green Expo: 2:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Business After Hours & Taste of Gainesville: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Gainesville Civic Center Tuesday, February 9 Small Business Seminar "7 Ways Company Culture Leads to Success" Presented by Lee Goff, GetUWired 7:45 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – Chamber Tuesday, February 9 Youth Leadership Hall 8:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, February 9 Ambassadors Council 3:45 p.m. – 2 Dog Cafe Wednesday, February 10 Network Over Coffee 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. – McDonald's Oakwood

Wednesday, February 17 Lunch 'n Learn 12:00 p.m. - 1:-00 p.m.

Milton Martin Toyota in Oakwood Thursday, February 18 Chamber Executive Committee 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. – Chamber Friday, February 19 Arbor Day Celebration 10 a.m. – Elachee Nature Science Center Wednesday, February 24 Network Over Coffee 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. – Panera Bread Thursday, February 25 Chamber Board of Directors 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Gainesville Civic Center Thursday, February 25 Business After Hours Sponsored by Hasty Pope 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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10:00 am - 2:00 pm Gainesville Civic Center 830 Green Street in Gainesville • Share Information About Your Company • Recruit Qualified Job Applicants • Meet Hundreds of Job Seekers The Greater Hall Chamber's Job Fair, presented by Spherion Staffing Services, provides the perfect forum for companies hiring to recruit new employees.

Meet hundreds of job candidates face-to-face. The event is free and open to the public. Employer Booths: $300 ($325 with electricity); $200 Non-Profits ($225 with electricity). Reserve your exhibit space NOW! Details: Amanda Lewis, 770-5326206 x 111. Email: alewis@ghcc.com. Online: GreaterHallChamber.com

Thursday, February 11 Leadership Hall County 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Thursday, February 11 VISION 2030 Board of Directors 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. – Chamber Friday, February 12 Economic Development Council 7:30 a.m. – Chamber Tuesday, February 16 South Hall Business Coalition "Update on Lanier Christian Academy" Presented by Al Gainey 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Lanier Christian Academy 5285 Strickland Road, Flowery Branch Wednesday, February 17 Issues Committee 8:00 a.m. – Chamber

Friday, March 4 New Member Breakfast & Orientation 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Lanier Charter Career Academy Thursday, March 10 Transportation Forum 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

University of North Georgia Gainesville Wednesday March 23 Job Fair 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Gainesville Civic Center Thursday, March 31 9th Annual Chamber Chase 5K and 2 Mile Wellness Walk 6:00 p.m. – Riverside Military Academy Register Online: ChamberChase5k.com Events Online: GreaterHallChamber.com

Thank You Chamber Event Sponsors AccessWDUN • Ansley Communications • Chick-fil-A Stonebridge Crossing Cotton Eyed Joe's • Elachee Nature Science Center • Georgia Power Hall County Master Gardeners • Hasty & Pope • Highland Mountain Beverage Jacobs Media • Jackson EMC • Keep Hall Beautiful • Milton Martin Honda Milton Martin Toyota • New Leaf Landscaping • Premier GA Printing & Labels Red Clay Interactive • Signs by Tomorrow • South State Bank The Longstreet Clinic • WSI Digital Rainmakers

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• Join fellow professionals for Lunch and Learn (3rd Wednesday of month) at 12pm at Milton Martin Toyota in Oakwood. This newly located networking event includes a casual lunch in the new dealership’s meeting room with Chickfil-A catering. Each meeting (next meeting is February 17) features a short presentation followed by an open forum of conversation and leads development.

Reservations required. $15 Members; $25 Non-Members. Details: Kara Tate, VP Membership Sales, 770-532-6206 x 116. Email: ktate@ghcc.com • Delta Community Credit Union recently received an A+ national financial health rating from Depos-itAccounts. com, which places it in the highest tier (top 10%) of the approximately 13,000 federally insured banks and credit unions nationwide, in terms of financial health. deltacommunitycu.com • The Chamber's Annual Job Fair is Wednesday, March 23 from 10am-2pm at the Gainesville Civic Center. Presented by Spherion Staffing Services, the event provides the perfect forum for companies hiring to recruit new employees and provides job seekers with valuable face time with hiring managers. No admission fee and open to the public.

Details: Amanda Lewis, 770-532-6206 x 111. Email: alewis@ghcc.com • Since 1983, Leadership Hall County has provided training and learning experience for existing and emerging leaders of Gainesville-Hall County. Nominations for the 2016-2017 Class are now being accepted. Individuals must be nominated for the program by March 15, 2016. Details: Dana Miller, Vice President of Education, 770-532-6206 x 113. Email: dmiller@ghcc.com • The Longstreet Clinic (TLC) Center for Pediatrics welcomes Saima Hussain MD. Dr. Hussain is a graduate of Duke University and Mercer University School of Medicine and is an experienced physician with several years of practice in the Atlanta area specializing in patients with asthma and obesity issues. TLC has some 170 providers in over 16 specialties with offices in Gainesville, Oakwood, Buford, Braselton, Dahlonega, Cleveland, Hamilton Mill, Suwanee, Baldwin, Toccoa and Demorest. longstreetclinic.com • Hall County's Human Resources Department was recognized as a state leader in government HR programs and was awarded the Large Agency Achievement Award at the Georgia Local Government Personnel Association's fall conference. hallcounty.org

• Lanier Technical College was named Georgia Technical College of the Year for 2014. Lanier Tech is the fastest growing technical college in Georgia and one of the top 50 fastest growing two-year colleges in the nation, with an 8.5% increased enrollment to 5,240 students. Lanier Tech is expanding and relocating its main campus to a new 85acre site in Gainesville-Hall County on Highway 365. laniertech.edu • Now in its 7th year, the Gainesville Theatre Alliance’s February Festival of Theatre features contrasting stories playing in different theaters simultaneously.

Once on this Island, winner of Brittan’s top award for best musical, will be performed at Brenau’s Hosch Theatre, while Dracula plays at the University of North Georgia Gainesville Ed Cabell Theatre. Both shows run February 9-20.

For tickets, call 678-717-3624 or buy online: gainesvilleTHEATREalliance.org • All New Chamber Members are invited to a Member Breakfast & Orientation on Friday, March 4, 8:00-9:00 am at Lanier Charter Career Academy.

Sponsored by HTI Employment Solutions. No charge and complimentary breakfast. Reservations: Kara Tate, 770532-6206 x 116. Email: ktate@ghcc.com • Elachee Nature Science Center highlights the ecological importance of bats by hosting an internationally renowned touring museum exhibition, “Masters of the Night: The True Story of Bats” through May 8 and is expanding hours at its Visitor Center to seven days a week so all ages may enjoy this interactive experience. elachee.org • The Quinlan Art Center's 38th Annual Gala Art Auction is Saturday, March 5 and will feature the highest caliber original art work by local, regional and national talents. A sell-out event not to be missed for serious art collectors, the evening will feature 100 art works and one of the most celebrated contemporary Southwestern artists, Roseta Santiago, as Artist Guest of Honor. quinlanartscenter.com • Chamber Board meetings are open to Chamber members. Attend a meeting, network with Chamber leadership and learn what's happening in Greater Hall County! The next meeting is Thursday, February 25 at the Gainesville Civic Center, 12-1:30 pm. Reservations Required. $11 per person; includes lunch.

Reservations: Gerri Collins, 770-5326206 x 106. Email: gcollins@ghcc.com

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Business After Hours Over 80 Chamber members attended Business After Hours at Halski Systems in January.

(L-R): Chamber Vice Chair of Membership Tony Paramore, Gainesville Design Center; Anthony Shope, Halski Owner & CFO; Seth Seagraves, Halski Owner & Vice President; Lewis Halski, Founder & President/CEO; Kit Dunlap, President & CEO, Greater Hall Chamber.

Join Greater Hall Chamber members and friends at Business After Hours on Thursday, February 25 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Hasty Pope LLP at their new office located at the historic and newly renovated Thurman House at 529 Green Street.

Enjoy complimentary food, beverage and great networking!

Hasty Pope LLP is a firm of trial lawyers whose practice focuses on cases involving personal injury, motor vehicle and trucking collisions, and workers’ compensation.

Since 1953, Hasty Pope’s trial lawyers have been helping the citizens of Gainesville and North Georgia navigate the complex medical, financial, and legal processes that come with serious injuries. hastypope.com $5 Chamber Members; $15 Non-Members. Door Prizes and Cash Prize Drawing!

Megan Martin, 770-532-6206 x 115. Email: mmartin@ghcc.com

Lanier Islands Shows Gratitude

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Members of the Lanier Islands staff join officers from the Hall County Police Department to show the resort 'Backs the Badge.' To show gratitude for their service to the community and nation, Lanier Islands offered military members, veterans, first responders and their families, access to the Magical Nights of Lights at no charge. At the conclusion of the season, some 10,747 had enjoyed free admission and the holiday adventure. “We first launched this endeavor in mid-2015 by extending free admission to our beach, boardwalk and water park at LanierWorld to members of the U.S. Armed Forces, law enforcement and fire services,” said Mike Williams, CEO for Lanier Islands. “We couldn’t think of a better way to say ‘thank you’ to a group of people who give so much and make so many sacrifices for us all." Service personnel can also enjoy free admission to the resort’s newest attraction, Winter Adventure – featuring a flurry of fun-filled speed slides, snow play zones, zip lines and more. The Winter Adventure season continues on select dates through February 15. lanierislands.com

Community Summit on April 21

Blue Zone Community Summit

"9 to THRIVE: Live Better & Longer"

Thursday, April 21 7:00 pm Brenau Downtown Center Inspired to work together towards a healthy community, stronger workforce, exceptional quality of life and a thriving economy, the Greater Hall Chamber’s VISION 2030 Healthcare Consortium is bringing nationally recognized Dan Buettner to Hall County. A National Geographic Fellow, Dr. Buettner is a New York Times best selling author and has delivered over 3,000 speeches to audiences world wide. His presentation “How to live to be 100+” has been viewed over two million times. He has been featured twice on Oprah and received an Emmy award for television production.

Buettner has traveled the globe to uncover the best strategies for longevity and happiness. He identifies Blue Zones (bluezones.com) as places that have the greatest life expectancy. In 2009, Dan and his partner, AARP, applied principles of The Blue Zones to Albert Lea, Minnesota and successfully raised life expectancy and lowered health care costs by some 40%. He’s currently working with Healthways to implement the Blue Zones Project in 17 cities throughout America.

The Blue Zone Community Summit is funded in part by a grant from the Healthcare Georgia Foundation and these sponsors: ProCare Rx (Purpose Sponsor); Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton (Tribe Sponsors); The Longstreet Clinic and CIGNA (Wine@5 Sponsors); Forum Communications, North Georgia Community Foundation, The Norton Agency, United Way of Hall County (Belong Sponsors); Brenau University and Georgia Power (Move Sponsors).

Learn about opportunities available to help sponsor and participate in this important community event on April 21. Tickets, $25 per person. To purchase tickets, visit VISION2030.org or contact Elizabeth Higgins, Executive Director, VISION 2030, 770-532-6206 x 104.

Email: ehiggins@ghcc.com

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February 2, 2016 • Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

Membership Development

3 Good Reasons to Join 1. Connections The Chamber’s greatest benefits? Networking, relationships and lead development.

Take part in the many Chamber events to meet prospective clients and generate business leads. Plus, the Chamber only refers its member businesses.

“Building relationships is the key to acquiring new business, growing existing business and solving problems, and there’s no better place to form business relationships than through the Greater Hall Chamber.”

Melissa Tymchuk PR Director, Northeast Georgia Health System

2. Exposure Complimentary Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, introduction at Chamber meetings and working with community and business movers and shakers. Join and take advantage of ways to make your business known in the community.

“When asked how we rebounded from the economic downturn, I always say the Chamber. The positive exposure from participating in the Chamber allows us to develop long term relationships with business partners and give back to the community.”

Tony Paramore Owner, Gainesville Paint

3. Resources With a membership base that is over 85% small businesses, the Chamber offers a variety of resources to grow small businesses. From marketing workshops to monthly seminars, the Chamber is a valuable resource to grow your business.

“With a wide array of events, the Chamber provides opportunity for businesses, especially the many small ones, to seek out and implement resources and strategies they otherwise thought to be unavailable to them.”

Jody Spain Co-Owner, Cotton Eyed Joes

Join the Chamber today!

Call Kara Tate, Chamber VP of Membership Sales: 770-532-6206 x 116.

Email: ktate@ghcc.com. Join online at greaterhallchamber.com

ADDING YEARS TO LIFE & LIFE TO YEARS 984 Thompson Bridge Rd • Gainesville, GA

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Member Recruitment Campaign Great Benefits – Join the Chamber!

Incentives offered through February 29 The Chamber's Annual Membership Recruitment Campaign kicked off on January 25 with dozens of volunteers working to sign up new members through February 29.

Volunteer recruiters are seeking to develop new business relationships and meet the GOAL of 75 new members. Leading the campaign is Membership Vice Chairman Tony Paramore, Gainesville Paint/Gainesville Design Center. Team Leaders include Morgan House, Lake Lanier Olympic Park; Erin Langford, HTI Employment Solutions; Sarita Madera, Homestar Financial; Darryl Workman, BrandBank; Cassidy Collier, Brenau University Student and Chamber Intern.

The campaign runs through Monday, February 29 with a celebration and New Member Breakfast on Friday, March 4 sponsored by HTI Employment Solutions.

If you're not a member, now is the time to JOIN! Numerous incentives include a waived initiative fee and a FREE CD with the Chamber membership listed!

Join Now for Special Deals!

A national survey found that consumers are 63% more likely to buy from Chamber members. In addition, a Special Incentives Package is available when you join the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce NOW through FEBRUARY 29, 2016.

• Featured Member Listing and Logo on the Chamber’s website (Value: $50) • Processing/Initiation Fee waived (Value: $35 with full membership dues payment) • Complimentary Membership CD listing of 3,000 Chamber Members (Value: $200) • Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and coverage in the Business Link newsletter • Advertising discounts in Business Link newsletter (The Times) • Business Information Listing in the Chamber’s Business Link newsletter • Invitation to the New Member Breakfast and Orientation (Friday, March 4) Call Kara Tate, Chamber VP of Membership Sales: 770-532-6206 x 116.

Email: ktate@ghcc.com. Join online at greaterhallchamber.com

Small Business of the Month Frame-Tastic, Inc. Jay Smith, owner of Frame-Tastic, Chamber Small Business of the Month.

The Chamber's Small Business of the Month is Frame-Tastic, Inc., owned and operated by Jay Smith. After graduating from the Art Institute of Atlanta, Jay worked in commercial photo finishing in Atlanta for 16 years. In 1996 he moved to Gainesville and bought an existing frame shop. Twenty years later the rest is history! Frame-Tastic offers complete full service custom framing as well as photo printing, copy and restoration. Let Frame-Tastic design, create, deliver and install your next project. 565 Shallowford Road, Suite B, Gainesville, GA 30504. 770-5323625. frame-tastic.com

Welcome New Members!

(L-R): Program Presenter Robert Mallon, Rusty Lion Academy; Al Trembley, WSI Digital Rainmakers (an event sponsor); Amanda Lewis, Chamber Small Business Project Manager. The next Small Business Seminar is Tuesday, February 9 at 7:45 a.m. at the Chamber. Join Lee Goff, co-owner and founder of GetUWired, Inc. (getuwired.com) as he presents “7 Ways Company Culture Leads to Small Business Success." In 2003, GetUWired was founded to give small businesses a fighting chance in the big-business world of internet marketing and has grown into a thriving marketing and automation powerhouse known worldwide. They have served thousands of small businesses, and won many awards including Entrepreneur Magazine's "Top Company Culture Award" – only one of 25 small business in the country to make this prestigious list. Learn how to create a Top Producing Company Culture that dramatically improves all aspects of your business and personal life while making you more money. Sponsored by Highland Mountain Beverage, Jacobs Media, Signs by Tomorrow and WSI Digital Rainmakers. No charge for Chamber members; $15 Non-members. Details: Amanda Lewis, 770532-6206 x 111. Email: alewis@ghcc.com. Online: greaterhallchamber.com

ACE Hardware Oakwood Gary Vogel 3446 Winder Highway Flowery Branch, GA 30542 (770) 287-0010 - Retail Home Improvement acehardware.com

Direct Physician Services, LLC / Dr. J. Allan Panter 999 Chestnut St SE, Suite 9 Gainesville, GA 30501 (770) 530-3342 - Concierge Medicine dpsga.com

ACT Financial Services, Inc. Jennifer Zody 821 Dawsonville Highway Suite 250-244 Gainesville, GA 30501 (678) 617-2054 - Finance/Accounting actfsi.com

Edward Jones Investments - Nick Pruner 5391 Highway 53 Braselton, GA 30517 (678) 469-4441 - Financial Services edwardjones.com

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Derrick Coggin 2202 Colonial Circle Gainesville, GA 30501 (678) 878-6383 - Individual Member xtrarealty.com

Rio Balsas Taqueria Edgar Avellaneda 975 Dawsonville Highway Suite 12 Gainesville, GA 30501 (770) 534-4440 - Restaurant & Catering riobalsastaqueria.com

FCL Builders Georgia, LLC Eddie Slay 1325 Satellite Blvd, Suite 104 Suwanee, GA 30024 (470) 514-2705 - Contractors fclbuilders.com

The Good Life Group of Keller Williams Lanier Partners - Beverly Knight 631 Dawsonville Highway Gainesville, GA 30501 (770) 536-4416 - Real Estate housesonlanier.net

Five Star Cleaning and Maintenance Joe Selbee P.O. Box 907831 Gainesville, GA 30501 (678) 561-0561 - Janitorial/Cleaning 5starclean.net

The Norton Agency -Will Cobb 434 Green Street Gainesville, GA 30501 (770) 654-7791 - Commercial Real Estate nortoncommercial.com

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CH2M Hill Betsy Massie 400 Embassy Row, Suite 600 Atlanta, GA 30328 (678) 530-4227 - Engineering /Architects ch2m.com

Lane Jones P.O. Box 81 Oakwood, GA 30566 (770) 540-5005 - Individual Member

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Key Economic Indicators

February 2, 2016 • Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

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Greater Hall County Area Jobless Employment Rates Hall County

Latest

Nov. 2015

4.7 Previous Month

4.7

Leadership Hall's Healthcare and Community Service program began at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hall County where the class heard from local nonprofit leaders including, Jessica Butler, Gateway Domestic Violence Center; Joy Griffin, United Way of Hall County; Connie Stephens, CASA, and Steven Mickens, Boys & Girls Clubs of Hall County. At Challenged Child the group (L-R): Leadership Hall Class Members Charlie Hawkins, heard from Cathy Drerup Norton Commercial Real Estate; Chris McNeal, BB&T, and and Lindsay Addison and Judy St. Pierre, Northeast Georgia Diagnostic Clinic, interact at The Longstreet Clinic, with kids at Challenged Child & Friends.

Mimi Collins, CEO, gave a presentation followed by a tour. The program concluded at Northeast Georgia Health System with a tour of key areas of the hospital and then heard from Louis Smith, President. Thank you, The Longstreet Clinic, for sponsoring lunch.

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Nov. 2014

100’s millions of dollars

Leadership Hall County

5.3

Cherokee Dawson

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Oct 2015

The Youth Leadership Hall students and chaperones traveled to Atlanta to enjoy a day at the state Capitol. Representative Carl Rogers took the class on the House floor and talked with them about his role and the inner workings of the House and the state government. During lunch, the class heard from Representatives Lee Hawkins, Timothy Barr and Emory Dunahoo. Senator Butch Miller talked with the class on the Senate floor about his role, the history of the Capitol and state issues.

Thank you meal sponsors – Chick-fil-A of Stonebridge Crossing and Jackson EMC.

Gainesville City

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Percent

Education & Leadership

Youth Leadership at Capitol

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240,929,969

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Hall County retail sales figures are estimated from the 1% sales tax collected for Hall. For example, $11 million in tax revenue represents retail sales of approximately $100 million.

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Housing Permits Issued - Hall County

Latest

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2015 Total

Oct 2015

Nov 2014

638

60

34

581

2014 YTD

Area Permits County Barrow Dawson Gwinnett Forsyth Hall Jackson

Nov. 2015 11 11 138 179 38 16

Nov. 2014 25 12 89 157 34 13

Oct 2015 22 10 229 172 60 13

Total 2014 286 108 2,531 2,662 581 107

2015 YTD 308 100 1,772 1,947 638 178

Avg Total Price 2015

Avg Price

Homes Sold and Closed and Average Price of Home Nov. 2015

Avg Price

Nov 2014

Avg Price

Aug 2015

Avg Price

Total 2014

City

15

145,457

15

181,928

26

199,763

239

199,763

255

176,590

Nominations Open for Leadership Hall 2016-17

North

24

295,023

41

219,237

51

228,907

555

243,134

466

271,402

East

15

137,567

14

124,861

14

130,829

192

119,719

183

130,697

Since 1983, Leadership Hall County has provided a learning experience for existing and emerging leaders of the Greater Hall area. Today, nearly 900 people have graduated from the program. Nominations are open for the 2016-2017 class. Individuals (25 and older) will develop an understanding of Gainesville and Hall County through a series of one-day sessions. Tuition is $800 for Chamber member; $600 non-profit member and $970 for non-Chamber member.

Individuals must be nominated for the program by March 15. To make a nomination, contact Dana Miller, 770-532-6206 x 113. Email: dmiller@ghcc.com

South

22

175,009

15

220,918

26

250,931

184

235,989

409

216,206

West

15

188,068

48

229,999

71

262,683

638

236,685

675

224,767

Area

Updated 12/29

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

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New Owners Gary and Jan Vogel cut a ribbon at ACE Hardware Oakwood.

Independently owned and operated, the store offers a wide variety of paint, lawn and garden, tools, home repair items and of course, the place with the helpful hardware folks! 3446 Winder Highway, Flowery Branch, GA 30542. 770287-0010. acehardware.com

Owner Curtis McGill and his family cut a ribbon at the grand opening of Ashton Senior Living, a new facility offering independent and assisted living, state-approved, specialized memory care (Alzheimer’s and Dementia), and hospice facilities all on one campus. The Ashton Senior Living campus is located conveniently located near downtown Gainesville. 1012 Enota Avenue, NE, Gainesville, GA 30501. 770-963-4837. ashtonseniorliving.com

Owners John and Lisa Geyer cut a ribbon at J. Geyer Advertising, a full service advertising specialties company offering a wide range of items to promote your company. J. Geyer will help you find a cost effective way to market and promote your business with custom promotional items that speak to your customers and clients. 710 Washington St, NW, Gainesville, GA 30501. 770-718-0062. jgeyer.com

Wes Hunt (right), founder of Homestar Financial, speaks at the ribbon cutting ceremony at the company's headquarters at the totally renovated historic Gym of ‘36 in Downtown Gainesville. Hunt, a Gainesvillenative, built Homestar from the ground up 14 years ago.

Homestar employs 400 (200 in Gainesville) and is a full service Photo by Bryan Redding mortgage banker controlling all aspects of the loan process with in house processing, underwriting, closing and funding of each mortgage transaction. 322 Washington Street, NW, Gainesville GA 3050. 770-503-0380. homestarfc.com

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Leadership Extends Across A Person’s Entire Life.

Peach State Bank’s Community Development Board has long been the beneficiary of its Chairman, Mr. Abit Massey. His guidance and leadership has allowed the CDB to grow and implement significant achievements across the area.

On January 27, 2016, the University of Georgia presented Mr. Massey with The President’s Medal. He is one of two recipients of the University’s highest honor.

This honor Back Page Adis bestowed on influential Georgians, “who have supported students and academic programs, advanced research and inspired community leaders 10 x 7.5 who enhance Georgian’s quality of life.”

This honor comes as no surprise to those who have worked with Mr. Massey over the years. Collectively, we applaud his achievements in earning The President’s Medal and we remain privileged that he is a part of the Peach State Bank family.

Mr. Abit Massey

www.peachstatebank.com

Gainesville • 770-536-1100

Upcoming Chamber Events Upcoming Chamber Events Thursday, February 4 Workshop Small Business Marketing Buy Local EXPOFebruary 14 Tuesday, Expo: 2:00Marketing - 7:00 p.m.

Trends Business After 5-7 p.m.

Presented

by Hours: Gordon Sawyer Gainesville Civic Center 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. – The Oaks at Free and Charter Open toCareer the Public!

Lanier Academy

Tuesday, February 16 Arbor Day Celebration South Hall Business Coalition Friday, February 17 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

LanierFrances Christian Academy Meadows Center

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Thursday, February 25 Expo Job Fair and Career Business After Hours Wednesday, March 28 Sponsored

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10:00 a.m. - 3:00 5:00 p.m.

- 7:00Mountains p.m.

Georgia Center 529 Green Street in Gainesville

Wednesday, February 17Assembly Safe & Green Regional Get Details & Register Online: Lunch 'nFriday, LearnFebruary 24 Thursday, March 10 greaterhallchamber.com Tuesday, February 9 Hours 12:00 p.m.

Transportation Forum Business After 8:00- 1:-00 a.m. - p.m.

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Small Business Seminar16 MiltonGeorgia Martin Toyota in Oakwood 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Thursday, February Mountains Center "Seven Ways University of North Georgia 5:00Company - 7:00 p.m.Culture Leads to Success" Friday, February 19 Gainesville Campus Luna's Restaurant Annual Transportation Forum Presented200

by Lee GetUWired Arbor Day Celebration MainGoff, Street Wednesday, March 14 7:45 – 9:00 a.m. Gainesville 10:00 a.m.

Event Details & Register Online: Hunta.m.

Tower in Downtown 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Chamber Elachee Nature Science Center greaterhallchamber.com Gainesville State College

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