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Connections and Career Conference: ConceptHR

The first words you see on the ConceptHR website say: “We Know You by Name: The ConceptHR Difference.” CEO, Tim Carpenter believes strongly in that notion. “We’re very hands-on, very close to our clients. We do what we call concierge service and put our arms around our clients to give them the best service we possibly can,” he said. With seasoned expert staff and a reachable local CSRA presence, ConceptHR has a competitive advantage in the small-business market providing advanced technology with people-to-people support. Their clients don’t have to search

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Dustin Turner and CHR Staff September 2, 2024 No Comments
B2B Stories

Facebook parent company coming to Aiken County

Meta, one of the top five U.S.-based information technology companies, will build a new data center in Sage Mill Industrial Park. Rounding out the top five are Alphabet (Google), Amazon, Apple and Microsoft. “Meta’s decision to locate its newest operation in Aiken County is a major win for South Carolina’s thriving technology industry. Meta’s $800 million investment will significantly impact our economy, creating valuable jobs and further driving innovation. We look forward to building a strong partnership with Meta that will benefit our communities and enhance our state’s reputation as

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Dana Lynn McIntyre September 2, 2024 No Comments
B2B Podcasting

Why mediate through your conflict

Conflicts are everywhere. At the office. With employees. Colleagues. At home. How do you solve it without going to court? TeKay Brown-Taylor of Brownstone Mediation has some solutions in this Mediation Minute. Listen to the full episode Saturday morning at 7:30 A.M. on 1230 AM.

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TeKay Brown-Taylor September 2, 2024 No Comments
B2B Stories

Simon Says: SAHM rule and recession

The “SAHM” rule is named for economist, Claudia Sahm. The national U.S. unemployment rate rose to 4.3% in July, the highest since 2021. It also marked another milestone. According to the Sahm indicator, the U.S. economy is now in recession. The Sahm indicator says that if the three-month average unemployment rate rises by more than a half percentage point above the lowest three-month average for the previous 12 months, then the economy is in recession. By this measure, the Sahm indicator hit 0.53 in July. The unemployment rate for July

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Dr. Simon Medcalfe September 2, 2024 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Working for the Weekend: Riverbanks Zoo & Garden

No matter the time of year, one of our favorite day trips is to visit Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia. This zoo is the perfect size for me. It has a ton of animals and exhibits, but it’s not so big as to be overwhelming or so you feel like you can’t see it all in a day. However, when you visit in the summertime, the heat can be overwhelming. That’s why one of our favorite parts of the zoo is the splash zone in the botanical garden section. They also

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Wes Hennings August 29, 2024 No Comments
B2B Stories

Augusta business celebrates its first 50 years

A company that has been part of Augusta-Richmond County for half a century celebrated that milestone yesterday morning. StandardAero first opened in 1974. It moved its operations to Augusta Regional Airport about 15 years ago. Russell Ford, CEO of StandardAero, sent a video greeting to the dozens of employees and guests. He said they built StandardAero as a family, and it now has the highest credibility across the aerospace industry. “When I think about our culture and justice, the phrase private workmanship comes to mind,” he began, “The intense focus

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Dana Lynn McIntyre August 29, 2024 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Real Talk Real Estate: Inside Scoop: Custom-Built Homes on Acreage in Appling, GA

Are you yearning for a little piece of land in a great area that you can build your own customized home on? Tired of dealing with your HOA and living a sneeze-shot away from your neighbors? Well, I have the scoop on a few great off-market options owned by Greenhead Homes. Let’s explore why you would consider moving to Appling. Appling offers a unique blend of rural charm and convenient access to amenities. It’s a community where you can enjoy the great outdoors, whether it’s boating on Clarks Hill Lake

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Shawna Woodward, Re/Max Reinvented Evans August 29, 2024 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Award-winning realtor loves her clients and the CSRA

For over 40 years, Ann Marie McManus has studied real estate homes and prices in Augusta, GA. Apprenticing under the training of her father who had been in the real estate profession for most of his career, McManus began her love for the city back in the 70’s. “My father gave me a deep love for Augusta,” said McManus. “Working with him, I was able to see the whole economic spectrum.” Just like her father did with her years prior, McManus finds it a privilege to introduce her beautiful city.

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Erin Campbell August 29, 2024 No Comments
B2B Podcasting

Getting management buy-in for employee retention

When employees stay on the job for some time, they tend to feel a sense of belonging, which can contribute to higher morale among their colleagues. TeKay and Neil discuss some simple ways to accomplish the retention goal. Tune in for the full segment this Saturday at 7:30 a.m. on Classy 1230 AM.

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TeKay Brown-Taylor August 29, 2024 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Overwhelmed with Medicare Part D Requirements?

What words come to your mind when you think of Medicare Part D? Complex – Confusing – Ever-Changing – Choices – Deadlines? Not only do you have to maintain the success of your operations, employee retention, payroll taxes, and employee insurances but you must also comply with Medicare Part D requirements. What is Medicare Part D? Medicare Part D is an option to help cover prescription costs for everyone who qualifies for Medicare. It is a separate prescription drug plan which varies in costs and covered drugs, all of which

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Autumn Stevens August 28, 2024 No Comments
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