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Ann Marie Emmons Discusses the Online MBA Program at Thomas University
May 16, 2016
Ann Marie Emmons with Thomas University talks about the University's online MBA program, which caters to the working adult and high interaction with faculty and fellow students.
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Kris Vaughn on Georgia Forward & Georgia Young Gamechangers
May 13, 2016
Executive Director of Georgia Forward, Kris Vaughn talks about the mission of Georgia Forward and the Georgia Young Gamechangers Program, which brings young professionals from all over the state to a community to develop ideas to foster growth. She also announces where the Fall class of Young Gamechangers will be participating!
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Mike Cassidy on the Georgia Research Alliance & the Importance of Research in Our Universities
May 12, 2016
President and CEO of the Georgia Research Alliance, Mike Cassidy discusses the importance of research in our universities, which contribute over $2 billion in research each year in Georgia. He also details how the Georgia Research Alliance facilitates these endeavors into new jobs and initiatives.
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Randy Jackson on the Future of Kia Manufacturing in Georgia & the Advanced Manufacturing Workforce
May 11, 2016
Chief Administrative Officer for Kia Manufacturing Randy Jackson discusses what the future looks like for Kia here in Georgia. He talks about how the company is committing to education initiatives to help prepare the workforce of the future.
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BCBS of Georgia President Jeff Fusile on LiveHealth Online Initiative & Impact on Rural Health
May 10, 2016
President of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia, Jeff Fusile talks about the growth of Telehealth and the launch of LiveHealth Online as a service for Blue Cross Blue Shield members, and how this can impact rural healthcare across the state.
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Brian Sillitto on the Growing Economic Development Pipeline in Columbus
May 09, 2016
SVP of Economic Development for the Greater Columbus Georgia Chamber of Commerce, Brian Sillitto talks about the robust economic development pipeline that Columbus and the region has currently. He also talks about the types of companies that they target and ways they market to prospects about Columbus.
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TCSG Commissioner Gretchen Corbin Talks About the Strategic Industries Workforce Development Grant
May 06, 2016
Commissioner of the Technical College System of Georgia, Gretchen Corbin talks about how important workforce development is for our state, and discusses two important initiatives - Move on When Ready, and the available Strategic Industries Workforce Development Grant, which allows students to receive free tuition to study in a high demand area of need in our state.
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Henry Kelly on Georgia Power's Support of Communities & Organizations Across the State
May 05, 2016
Director of Corporate Relations at Georgia Power, Henry Kelly discusses the company's efforts to make our state better through their philanthropic efforts. in 2015, Georgia Power invested $17 million in communities and non-profit organizations across the state. In addition, 6,000 employees and retirees completed more than 160,000 volunteer hours – an all-time record for the company.
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Terry Smith on Positive Momentum in Columbus & Columbus State Impact
May 02, 2016
Regional Director for External Affairs Terry Smith talks about the growth he has seen over the years in Columbus, and the driver that Columbus State University has become for the region.
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Hank Linginfelter on Being Chair of the 2016 Georgia Chamber & Georgia 2030 Initiative
May 02, 2016
Executive Vice President of AGL Resources Hank Linginfelter talks about being Chair of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce for 2016, the role the Chamber plays in our state, and the Chamber's Georgia 2030 Initiative.
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Selig Center for Economic Growth at UGA Outlines 2016 Economic Forecast for Georgia
April 29, 2016
Economic Data Analyst at the Selig Center for Economic Growth at the University of Georgia, Stephen Kuzniak discusses this years economic forecast for Georgia, and also talks about the success of this year's Terry College Economic Outlook Series.
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Michelle Griffin on Small Businesses & How SBDC Partners With Local Business Owners
April 26, 2016
Business Consultant for the UGA SBDC, Michelle Griffin talks about the importance of small businesses to local economies, and what the SBDC does to help grow small businesses in the region.
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Georgia Film Academy Executive Director Jeffrey Stepakoff Discusses the State of the Film Industry in Georgia
April 25, 2016
Executive Director of the Georgia Film Academy, Jeffrey Stepakoff discusses the state of the now $6 billion film industry in Georgia, and talks about whats driving the growth in our state, as well as some challenges that we have to continue the momentum.
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Friday Funday: Scott Hill on Family Importance
April 22, 2016
President & CEO of Columbus Regional Health System Scott Hill discusses the importance of family and chasing his daughters around to their sporting events.
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Daryl Ingram on ECG Bus Tours & Helping Rural Communities
April 22, 2016
Senior Vice President with Electric Cities of Georgia, Daryl Ingram talks about furthering economic development in rural Georgia, and how their organization facilitates "Bus Tours" with project managers to showcase all communities have to offer.
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Gary Black Talks About the Growth of the Georgia Grown Brand & 2020 Vision
April 21, 2016
Agriculture Commissioner for the State of Georgia Gary Black discusses the growth and importance of the Georgia Grown Brand, and also discusses the Georgia Grown 2020 Vision - that 20% of the menu items in Georgia's schools will be Georgia Grown.
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Kris Vaughn on Georgia Young Gamechangers
April 20, 2016
Executive Director of Georgia Forward, Kris Vaughn talks about Georgia's Young Game-changers program, a leadership action program designed to come up with recommendations for communities.
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Stephanie Walton on GMC Columbus Online Hybrid Courses
April 20, 2016
Enrollment Officer at Georgia Military College Stephanie Walton discusses the online programs that the college offers from their Columbus Campus.
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United States Senator Johnny Isakson on Every Student Succeeds Act & How it Relates to Georgia
April 19, 2016
Senior United States Senator from Georgia Johnny Isakson talks about the importance of educating the children in our state and how the recently passed Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), will further help strengthen Georgia's future workforce.
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Len Dorminey on Renasant Bank & Strength in Georgia
April 18, 2016
President of the Eastern Region for Renasant Bank Len Dorminey discusses the bank and its footprint in the state of Georgia, and what makes the state the #1 place to do business in the country.
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Friday Funday: Kristin Barker Enjoys Theatre and Spending Time With Family
April 15, 2016
Senior Marketing Manager at CSU Continuing Education, Kristin Barker talks about her love of family and theatre in this week's Friday Funday Video.
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Eric Tanenblatt on Presidential Politics
April 13, 2016
Principal at Dentons Eric Tanenblatt talks about the crazy political season it has been relating to presidential politics on both sides of the spectrum.
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Tom Croteau on the GDEcD's Role in Economic Development Across the State
April 12, 2016
Deputy Commissioner of Global Commerce at the Georgia Department of Economic Development, Tom Croteau talks about how the Department works with communities and organizations across the state to bring new business and industry to Georgia.
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Columbus Tech President Lorette Hoover on Resolving Workforce Issues at Pratt & Whitney
April 11, 2016
President of Columbus Tech Lorette Hoover discusses how the college worked with Pratt & Whitney in Columbus to help address a workforce issue at the plant.
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Kinder Morgan's Allen Fore on Community Investment in Augusta
April 11, 2016
Allen Fore, Vice President of Public Affairs for Kinder Morgan, talks about community involvement in Augusta - and the importance of knowing what community needs that the business community can make a priority.