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Free Access: An Introduction to Reputation Management

We’ve all heard of great corporate blunders that went viral on social media. In 2021, Burger King sent out a tweet that said “Women belong in the kitchen” on International Women’s Day. The tweet, which was part of a larger tweet thread, is now deleted. The tweet was meant to make a call to promote gender equality in the culinary industry and encourage more women to pursue careers as head chefs. Burger King was trying to engage Tweeters with the conversation as a whole, but their conversation didn’t go viral,

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Richard Brashear August 2, 2022 No Comments
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New tenants move into Aiken shopping center

A longtime Aiken shopping center is now home to a new restaurant and will soon gain another tenant, according to Meybohm Commercial Properties. The Feed Sack located at 1593 Whiskey Road recently opened in Mitchell Center, which was built in 1958. The restaurant serves a variety of menu items, including seafood, salads, sandwiches, and hamburgers. The Feed Sack is open for lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch. This fall, Lotus Beauty will also move into the more than 95,000-square-foot shopping center, which contains Dollar General, MattressMan, and Rent-A-Center locations. Lotus Beauty

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Josh Heath August 2, 2022 No Comments
Consumer Stories

From food truck to store: Lily’s now serving fruit teas and Vietnamese coffee near the medical district

The CSRA’s newest coffee shop is a familiar name to patrons of the Augusta Saturday Market. After several years of serving the area with a food truck, Lily’s Coffee, Tea, and Bread opened a brick-and-mortar store Monday morning. The store at 1378 Laney Walker Blvd., within easy walking distance from the medical district, serves Vietnamese coffee, fruit teas, and sandwiches that have been the favorite fare from the food truck. Owner, Lily Nguyen was urged to pick the spot for the store by her niece and nephew who attend medical

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Story and photos by Gary Kauffman August 1, 2022 No Comments
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War takes its toll on Georgia businesses

    The war in Ukraine is affecting businesses in Georgia and advocates urge the state to develop a family leave policy. – Augusta Business Daily Business Update by Mike Petchenik    

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Mike Petchenik August 1, 2022 No Comments
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New commercial real estate company helps local businesses and landlords

Tracy Carter has a passion for commercial real estate, which is what prompted her to launch her own company that focuses strictly on commercial leasing. Carter, an agent with Keller Williams Realty who’s licensed in both Georgia and South Carolina, opened CSRA Commercial Spaces, LLC in early July to help businesses find buildings and landlords find tenants. “I’ve been here for 30 years and I saw a need,” she said. Carter said other real estate companies have commercial divisions, but she doesn’t know of another local company that doesn’t also

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Josh Heath August 1, 2022 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Dentistry is a family affair for the Owings

The Owings family has a history in dentistry spanning 56 years. What started with Dr. David Owings’ practice in 1976 has resulted in three generations of dentists. “My dad had a special way with people and his patients, who are now our patients, tell us they wouldn’t be coming to a dentist if it weren’t for him,” explained his son, Dr. Alan Owings. Quite a testimonial for a man who didn’t start cleaning and filling teeth. His early career path found him working for Squibb Pharmaceuticals, which later became a

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Mitzi Oxford August 1, 2022 No Comments
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Venmo offers financial grants for small businesses

Augusta Business Daily hopes that some of our member companies apply to get a cash infusion from a national payment company. Twenty lucky small businesses will soon receive a pile of cash from Venmo to help their businesses survive. On Thursday Venmo, part of PayPal Holdings announced its Venmo Small Business Grant that will provide $10,000 to help cover business expenses like rent or promotions. Twenty companies will be selected from those that apply for the grant. In addition to the money, the Venmo Small Business Grant will also provide

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Gary Kauffman August 1, 2022 No Comments
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Mondays with Rick: Investing in education to build the future workforce

  Dr. Rick Franza, Dean of the Hull College of Business, discusses a different, timely business topic each Monday in this column. This week, he talks about the importance of education and literacy in developing a strong workforce. The interview has been edited for clarity and impact. ABD: Recent reports indicate that more than a third of Georgia third graders struggle to read at grade level and overall education is below pre-pandemic levels. What effect could that have on the local workforce? Rick: These children will become adults and enter

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Gary Kauffman July 31, 2022 No Comments
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EDA president says diversity keeps Augusta economy strong

Diversity is a strength when it comes to the economy of the Augusta area. Cal Wray, President of the Augusta Economic Development Authority, recently had the opportunity to tell the rest of the country about the area’s economy on a podcast of Consultant Connect, a company that works with economic development directors. “People think of just the Masters, but Augusta and the region are so much more than that,” Wray said on the podcast. “What people don’t know is the diversity within the economy here in Augusta. We’re one of

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Gary Kauffman July 31, 2022 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Upscale chophouse to open in SRP Park

Imagine visiting a local steakhouse that offers valet parking. In September, Terry and Cimberlie Brinkley plan to launch that kind of steakhouse in SRP Park in North Augusta. Brinkley’s Chophouse will be located close to the Augusta GreenJackets ballpark at 1031 Center St. Terry said the restaurant will serve a variety of steaks, duck, fish, and chicken dishes. Brinkley’s will feature an extensive wine list. It will also offer private dining for local organizations. He refers to the restaurant concept as “mid-range fine dining,” which means the menu will include

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Josh Heath July 31, 2022 No Comments
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