Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Listing of events for the entire month provided by the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce.
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Wednesday, May 1
Radio host and author Ken Coleman will be the featured speaker at the May 15 general membership Gwinnett Chamber luncheon. His topic is "The Power of Harnessing Questions to Grow YOU, your Team, and Your Organization." The calendar of events is compiled by the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce. Click on the date in the calendar for a list of events occurring that day. Click on the event for details, locations, and directions.
Thursday, March 28, 2013
Gwinnett Chamber awards Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals of Valor for acts of bravery. Duluth Police Department retiree Bill Stevens receives Public Safety Leadership Award.
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Thursday, March 28
The Gwinnett Chamber honored public safety professionals for bravery and community service during the annual Valor Awards ceremony. The Gold Medal of Valor, the highest award for bravery and heroism, was presented to Gwinnett County Police Officer Joshua J. Smith. Cpl. Jason Ayers, Officer James Harkins, Officer Candler Horton, Sergeant Brad Ingalls, Officer Tom Novak, and Officer Todd Ramsey with the Gwinnett County Police Department received the Silver Medal of Valor. The Bronze Medal of Valor was earned by Lt. John Poe, Driver Engineer Lanny Britt, Firefighter Paul Thompson, Driver Engineer Eric Jensen, Firefighter Robert Atcheson, and Firefighter Alan Krieg with Gwinnett County Fire & Emergency Services. Visit www.valorawards.com to …
Thursday, March 14, 2013
Dr. Daniel J. Kaufman, charter president of Georgia Gwinnett College, to assume chamber leadership role July 1.
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Thursday, March 14
Dr. Daniel J. Kaufman, charter president of Georgia Gwinnett College, has been named new president and CEO of the 2,700-member Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce. The chamber’s board of directors made the announcement March 14. Dr. Kaufman will officially assume leadership of the Duluth-based chamber July 1 after transitioning out of his current position at GGC. "After an exhaustive national search, we are fortunate to have discovered an exceptional candidate right here in Gwinnett," said Phil Wolfe, chairman of the Gwinnett Chamber and President/CEO of Gwinnett Medical Center, in a news release issued by the chamber. “We've seen Dan in action during his years of service to our community, and we know him to be an outstanding local leader," Wolfe…
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Gwinnett Chamber honors deserving individuals, organizations and companies at its annual dinner in Duluth.
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Wednesday, February 6
Barbara Howard of Peachtree Corners was honored as Citizen of the Year at the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce’s 65th Annual Dinner. The award honors individuals who have had the greatest impact on the overall quality of life for Gwinnett County in recent years. A sold-out crowd of 1,000 business and community leaders attended the Feb. 1 dinner at the Gwinnett Center in Duluth. The dinner was sponsored by Gwinnett Medical Center. “The dinner serves as a celebration of the people of Gwinnett who – by their service, volunteerism and commitment – allow our community to reach new heights and set goals to strive for in the future,” said Raymer Sale, 2012 Gwinnett Chamber chairman and president of E2E Resources Inc, in a press release issued after …
Saturday, September 8, 2012
Chamber President and CEO has led chamber through tough economic times.
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Saturday, September 8, 2012
Jim Maran plans to retire as president and CEO of the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce at the end of this year, according to a press release issued Sept. 7 by the chamber. Maran has served the chamber in this position since 2003. “Jim and his team have built one of the most outstanding and influential chambers not only in the Southeast, but in the nation,” said Gwinnett Chamber Chairman Raymer Sale in the press release. “He has effectively guided the organization through one of the toughest economic climates in recent decades, demonstrating extraordinary leadership abilities and dedication and has positioned the chamber on a solid financial foundation. His team exemplifies this same drive and commitment that has made the chamber the success it…
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Duluth Patch and other Patch community news sites in Gwinnett County participating in Gwinnett Chamber Business Expo Thursday, Aug. 23.
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Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Duluth Patch and other Patch community news sites in Gwinnett County will be participating in the 2012 Gwinnett Chamber Business Expo & Job Fair from noon to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23, at Gwinnett Center in Duluth. Learn about advertising opportunities, meet local editors, and sign up for email newsletters at the Patch booth. The Expo will showcase 150 exhibitors following a Chamber General Membership Luncheon featuring Gov. Nathan Deal, according to a press release issued by the chamber. Human Resource professionals from Gwinnett companies that are currently hiring will be available to meet with job seekers in the Job Fair. Gwinnett Medical Center is the presenting sponsor for the event. Here is a schedule of activities: Delta Community…
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
State transportation leaders, metro Atlanta business leaders to participate in forum in Duluth.
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Tuesday, July 17, 2012
As the July 31 vote on TSPLOST nears, the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce is hosting a State of Transportation Forum on mobility needs from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday, July 19, at the Gwinnett Center in Duluth. The forum will feature an update on Georgia’s mobility needs from state transportation officials followed by a presentation by business leaders on the impact of mobility their bottom-line, according to a press release issued by the chamber. The forum is being presented by Snellville-based E.R. Snell Contractor Inc. Partnering with the Gwinnett Chamber in hosting the forum are the Cobb Chamber, Council for Quality Growth, DeKalb Chamber, Georgia Transportation Alliance, Metro Atlanta Chamber, North Fulton Chamber and Regional Business …
Thursday, July 12, 2012
Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce shares results of candidate surveys with voters. Candidates asked about key business issues.
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Thursday, July 12, 2012
The Gwinnett Chamber has shared results from surveys of candidates seeking elected offices that represent Gwinnett. The surveys focused on key business issues including economic development and job growth. The survey was sent to local, state and national candidates to assist and inform voters prior to the July 31 Primary, according to a press release announcing availability of the results. Candidates were asked to respond to questions about economic development, education, legal and regulatory reforms, and transportation. The chamber sent the survey to all qualified candidates running for office. Reponses were published as submitted. “While the chamber does not endorse candidates, we believe it is essential that local candidates understand…
Sunday, June 3, 2012
Gwinnett Medical Center President/CEO makes history at Chamber Chairman's Club Golf Tournament.
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Sunday, June 3, 2012
Gwinnett Medical Center President/CEO Phil Wolfe scored a hole-in-one at the fifth annual Gwinnett Chamber Chairman’s Club “Swing into Spring” golf tournament last week at TPC Sugarloaf in Duluth. Wolfe, a Duluth resident, scored his ‘ace’ on the second hole on the Stables course. The tournament hosted nearly 140 golfers, more than 30 sponsors and an additional 50-plus guests for a reception, barbecue and awards ceremony that closed the daylong May 29 tournament at Sugar Loaf Country Club. For scoring a hole-in-one, Wolfe received a prize package including one-year membership at Canongate, a cooler of food from Blue Ribbon Foods and a set of Calloway Razor Hawk woods. “This event provides a casual environment for Gwinnett’s top business …
Sunday, March 18, 2012
Shop in Gwinnett provides savings to consumers and benefits local charities.
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Sunday, March 18, 2012
Consumers can save and businesses can support local charities through the Shop In Gwinnett discount card program now offered by the Gwinnett Chamber. Cards are distributed primarily through a partnership fundraising program. Charities receive a portion of the proceeds from each card sold. Businesses looking to enroll in the program should contact the Gwinnett Chamber at 770-232-3000. Consumers can order cards online at www.ShopInGwinnett.com and support the non-profit partner of their choice. Cards cost $20 for one year from the date of issue. Non-profit options include Gwinnett County Public Schools and the American Cancer Society’s Gwinnett Relay for Life.
Billie Ellis
9:14 am on Thursday, February 7, 2013
Wonderful article, wonderful friend of 40 + years - Barbara Howard. Thanks to all of you for your contribution to Gwinnett County. Billie Ellis more ›