VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: Jason Cuevas, Advocacy Committee
The Advocacy Committee is charged with understanding and analyzing legislative issues which impact members of the Chamber. Under the direction of Chair Jason Cuevas, VP of Northeast Region for Georgia Power, the Committee makes recommendations of policy positions to the Chamber's Board of Directors for their deliberation. As the voice of business, Jason and the Advocacy Committee are continuously building relationships and maintaining networks between the Augusta Metro Chamber and elected officials across all levels of government.
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2021 AFCEA TECHNET AUGUSTA, WELCOME!
Augusta is delighted to welcome back community partners and participants for the 9th TechNet Augusta Conference - Operationalizing Information Advantage.
TechNet Augusta 2021 gives participants the opportunity to examine and explore the intricacies of the cyber domain. With assistance from the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence and industry experts, the conference is designed to open the lines of communication and facilitate networking, education and problem solving. Leaders and operators also discuss procurement challenges the military, government and industry face during a time of uncertain budgets and runaway technology advances.
AUGUSTA #10 MILLENNIAL MAGNET FOR 2021 METRO RANKINGS REPORT
The coronavirus pandemic accelerated trends that are speeding up a diaspora of talent from large urban centers. Millennials are on the verge of making up 75 percent of a suddenly dwindling national workforce; they’re migrating to mid-market metros that offer the affordability and quality of life they demand — and a 24/7 work/live/play environment that aligns with their work/life balance. Augusta, Georgia ranked #10 Millennial Magnet in Business Facilities' 2021 Metro Rankings Report.
The most comprehensive rankings compilation to date, Business Facilites' 17th Annual Rankings Report features 60 categories that highlight State, Metro and Global leaders building the foundation for a future of sustainable growth.
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SAVE THE DATE MEMBER ECONOMIC LUNCHEON, SEPTEMBER 29
The Augusta Region faces a shortage of workers as does the nation. Some of this disruption in the labor pool continues to be fueled by the pandemic, however many believe that the current worker shortage is decades in the making. This program will focus on opportunities to expand the labor market with more ready-to-work entry level engagement, upskilling the underemployed and earlier intervention at the K-12 level. It will also provide insight on the economic costs to our region of underemployment and unemployment.
Mark your calendar for Wednesday, September 29 for the Chamber's next Member Economic Luncheon - FROM PANDEMIC TO SANSDEMIC: Where are all the Workers?
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION, AUGUST 24
Calling all new members!! This event is for you! So much more than an ordinary onboarding orientation, this one-hour engagement session will help you maximize your membership.
On Tuesday, August 24 from 4:00 to 5:00 pm at Augusta Office Solutions, join us for a New Member Orientation to help you make introductions and build relationships, as well as learn how to get engaged with your Chamber.
SUCCEED success is contagious
PREMIER NETWORX ONE OF FASTEST-GROWING COMPANIES
For the last four years, Premier Networx has had the honor of being recognized by Inc. 5000, an annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States. This year, Premier Networx ranked at 3,925.
“We are honored once again to be named to such a prestigious list,” Premier Networx President and CEO Chad Harpley said. “This award is a testament of our commitment to our clients and our community.”
CONGRATULATIONS NANCY POWELL
Nancy Powell of Powell & Associates, Inc. was featured in the "Celebrating Leaders" section of the inaugural issue of Real Producers Magazine-CSRA. Congratulations Nancy!
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RIBBON CUTTING CELEBRATIONS
Friday, August 27 at 10am
Thursday, September 9 at 11am
Thursday, September 16 at 4pm
Friday, September 17 at 2pm
We love celebrating your success! Visit our website film studio to take a look back at all Ribbon Cut Video Productions
with our members.
7TH ANNUAL "PACK A BACKPACK" SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE
Join Mayor Hardie Davis and the O'Neal Insurance Agency to support our Elementary School Students through the 7th Annual Pack A Backpack School Supply Drive.
Donations are being accepted now - September 25. Items needed include backpacks, crayons, erasers, markers, facial tissues, pencils, pens, highlighters, glue sticks, notebooks, folders, pencil cases and face masks.
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