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Voice of Business – The Global Business Playbook
The Global Business Playbook in the #1 State for Business with Kristi Brigman and Trevor Williams Welcome to today’s episode of Voice of Business, presented by Gwinnett Magazine! We’re thrilled to be joined by Kristi Brigman, Chief Economic Development Officer at the...
GLOW: Grow + Gather
The Gwinnett Leadership Organization for Women (GLOW) hosted Grow & Gather at The 1818 Club, bringing together more than 100 professional women from across metro Atlanta for a hands-on networking experience. Attendees designed custom terrariums while engaging in...
Gwinnett Chamber Legislative Session Update – Week 8
Lawmakers convened for legislative days 26-28 this week, leaving 12 days remaining this legislative session. Thursday was Crossover Day, the last day for a bill to pass out of its chamber of origin to still be considered. However, the language in a bill that failed to...
Ribbon Cutting – Retire Wise, LLC.
On Friday, March 7, Retire Wise LLC celebrated their new location with a ribbon cutting! They are a fiduciary firm who helps clients grow and protect their retirement savings so they can Retire Happy! Giving them peace of mind about their future using their...
Ribbon Cutting – Allcare
Allcare Primary and Immediate Care celebrated their new location in Buford with a ribbon cutting on March 6. AllCare Primary and Immediate Care has grown into a trusted provider of comprehensive healthcare services with over 30 locations across Maryland, Virginia,...
Gwinnett County Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson Delivers Annual State of the County Address
Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson delivered the 2025 Gwinnett State of the County Address presented by Atlas and Axis. The event, held at 12 Stone Church, convened its largest crowd in history with more than 1,000 business and community leaders ready to hear about...
Ribbon Cutting – Cold Pressed Gwinnett
We had a great time celebrating the One Year Anniversary of Cold Pressed Gwinnett! Cold Pressed Gwinnett is a premier juice bar dedicated to promoting health and wellness in the community. They specialize in organic cold-pressed juices, detox packages, and wellness...
Gwinnett Chamber On Topic: State of the Region, Presented by Porter Steel
At the Gwinnett Chamber’s On Topic: State of the Region, ARC Executive Director & CEO Anna Roach highlighted Gwinnett’s role as an economic powerhouse and its significant contributions to the region’s growth. She emphasized that Gwinnett is instrumental in helping...
Gwinnett Chamber Legislative Session Update – Week 7
Lawmakers convened for legislative days 22-25 this week. Next Thursday, March 6, is Crossover Day, and lawmakers will rush to get their bills out of committees and on the floor for a vote. The Senate approved HB 67 the Amended Fiscal Year 2025 budget with changes to...
Ribbon Cutting – Raising Canes
On February 25, Raising Canes - Duluth celebrated their Grand Opening of their Duluth location with a ribbon cutting. Their ONE LOVE is craveable Chicken Finger meals. They use only the highest-quality ingredients with a cook-to-order system that ensures a great...
Ribbon Cutting – Get It Fast Printing
On Monday, February 24, Get it Fast Printing celebrated their new location with a ribbon cutting! At Get It Fast Printing, they specialize in high-quality, fast-turnaround printing solutions for businesses, organizations, and individuals. They provide conventional...
Ribbon Cutting – Ryan Homes – Alexander Towns
We had a great time celebrating Ryan Homes - Alexander Townhomes at their ribbon cutting on February 25th. Home is where the heart is—yours and ours. Since 1948, their passion and purpose has been in building beautiful places people love to call home. And while...
Gwinnett Chamber Legislative Session Update – Week 6
This week, lawmakers convened for legislative days 18-21. Officially more than halfway through this year’s legislative session, six legislative days remain before Crossover Day, the last day in which a bill can pass out of its chamber of origin to still be considered...
Ribbon Cutting – Aylo Health
Aylo Health celebrated their new office with a ribbon cutting on February 20. Discover the future of primary care at Aylo Health’s newest location in Suwanee. Aylo Health redefines healthcare by combining the convenience of urgent care, the comprehensive services of a...
Chairman’s Club Reception Connects Business Leaders and Highlights Gas South Arena’s Future
The Gwinnett Chamber’s Chairman’s Club Reception: Beyond the Spotlight, presented by Piedmont Eastside, brought together more than 250 business and community leaders on February 18 at Gas South District. This exclusive event provided high-level networking and insights...
Gwinnett Chamber Legislative Session Update – Week 5
Lawmakers convened for legislative days 14-17 this week. Governor Kemp’s tort reform bills, SB 68 and SB 69, carried by President Pro Tempore John Kennedy, advanced out of the Senate Judiciary Committee on Monday. SB 68 includes comprehensive changes to Georgia’s tort...
Voice of Business – Celebrating Black Business Leaders
Celebrating Black Business Leaders: Leadership, Legacy & Impact with Tami Wilder and Lanier Levett Welcome to today’s episode of Voice of Business, presented by Gwinnett Magazine! We’re thrilled to be joined by Tami Wilder, Co-CEO at Positive Impact International,...
Gwinnett Chamber’s After-Hours Event Brings Networking and Business Growth Opportunities to Lanier Islands
Professionals from across Metro Atlanta gathered at Lanier Islands for After Hours: Score + Connect, a Gwinnett Chamber event designed to foster business growth and professional connections. Sponsored by Eagle Rock Distributing Co. and ServPro, the evening combined...
Gwinnett Chamber Celebrates the 77th Annual Dinner
Event hosts 900+ attendees, Recognizes outstanding contributions to the community GWINNETT, GA - February 7, 2025 - The Gwinnett Chamber gathered at the Gas South District on February 7 for its 77th Annual Dinner, an evening dedicated to celebrating remarkable...
Gwinnett Chamber Legislative Session Update – Week 4
Lawmakers convened for legislative days 10-13 this week. Over 800 bills have been filed, and committee activity has picked up. The House passed the amended fiscal year 2025 budget on Thursday. House Appropriations Chairman Matt Hatchett presented HB 67, highlighting...
Building Relationships and Reputations One Hire at a Time
Hiring practices affect more than staffing levels; they impact your brand’s reputation. That principle guides Aysha Abdullatif, vice president of marketing and franchisee at Spherion Atlanta Northeast, where she connects employers with the right candidates, ensuring a...
Shaping the Future of Water
Water is one of the world’s most precious resources, and Chairman’s Club member Melissa Meeker has dedicated her career to ensuring its sustainability. As CEO of The Water Tower — a global water innovation center in Buford — Meeker leads research, technological...
Selling Smiles and an Exceptional Customer Experience
Marcus Sonnier says he’s in the business of selling smiles. As the owner of Snowie Atlanta, a rapidly growing shaved ice company, Sonnier has transformed a frozen treat into a joyful experience that brings families and communities together. His journey from corporate...
Leveraging 30 Years in Gwinnett to Propel the Business Community
As the incoming Chair of the Gwinnett Chamber Board of Directors for 2025, Brad Carr has a clear mission: to help local businesses thrive in a rapidly evolving economy. He believes the Chamber’s strength lies in its diversity, long-term vision and action-oriented...
From the CEO’s Desk – Winter 2025
Chairman’s Club Members, As we step into 2025, there has never been a better time to embrace the innovative ideas and inclusive mindsets that will define the future of our business community. This quarter’s issue of The Executive magazine focuses on just that: the...