Delta had a rough landing in the 4th Quarter of 2021—in part due to wintry weather and Covid. Some big names in Georgia get indicted for Covid fraud—and the Georgia Bulldogs star, walk-on quarterback is about to get a big payday thrown his way. Atlanta reporter Mike Petchenik has more from Georgia’s capitol.
The perceived job of a realtor is either intriguing to another, who wanted to try it, or it is etched with sales. I think we can all agree that some “salesmen” may not have the best reputation—and because of that may dissuade others from that career. Before I talk about going green and shift to the purpose of this article, here is the 411 on what type of knowledge and experience a good realtor will have. In my profession I have to wear many hats and I know working moms
Four months down and six weeks to go for Holly White, the new General Manager of the iconic Partridge Inn. “Next week will be really hectic around here,” the 17-year hospitality veteran said. Installers will start putting in mirrors, carpeting and more in guest rooms, while work continues on the outside to the famed Partridge Inn Veranda and porches (see above photo). White is really proud of the rooftop bar area at the P.I., long considered one of the best views in the CSRA—which will be preserved. She explained the
Amber Connor started her healthy dessert business nearly two years ago, but tomorrow she will celebrate the soft opening of her new storefront in Evans (see photo above story). Connor – owner of Sinless Sweets – is opening her store at 4336 Washington Road, Suite B near Pita Pit. The soft opening will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The business sells a variety of tasty treats, such as cookies, brownies, cakes, and lemon bars. While those desserts are typically packed with sugar, fat, and calories, Sinless Sweets
Chris Willox has worn many hats in his career: Wall Street stockbroker and business professor, just to name a couple. But he can now add a new job title to his extensive resume: financial advisor. Through a partnership between Pinnacle Bank (see photo above story) and Highland Trust Partners, LLC, Willox provides local clients with a variety of financial services, such as wealth management, financial planning, trust services, and business retirement plans. He works at the companies’ new branch located at 375 Furys Ferry Road, which opened Nov. 1. After
As a child, your bedside prayer might have gone something like…”Now I lay me down to sleep. I pray the Lord my soul to keep. If I should die before I wake, I pray the Lord my soul to take.” Adrienne Mann’s goal for every customer is not only to have a good night’s sleep, but also the time of their life at any of the festivities she coordinates through her mobile event company, Sweet Dreaming Slumber Parties, LLC. “We provide party set-up services,” said Mann. “We come to you
The perceived job of a realtor is either intriguing to another, who wanted to try it, or it is etched with sales. I think we can all agree that some “salesmen” may not have the best reputation—and because of that may dissuade others from that career. Before I talk about going green and shift to the purpose of this article, here is the 411 on what type of knowledge and experience a good realtor will have. In my profession I have to wear many hats and I know working moms
Brandon Henson just planted a new church in Columbia County, but he doesn’t claim all the credit. Instead, the church was developed through partnerships with local people and businesses. Henson – lead pastor of Anchor Church in Evans and his team, held their inaugural service on Sunday, Jan. 9 at 10 a.m. at Evans Middle School. Prior to opening, he worked with local businesses, such as Rooted Coffeehouse in Evans and Belair Donuts in Augusta (see photo above story), to generate support for the church. Rooted donated four gallons of
A local business innovation center is celebrating its 10th anniversary. theClubhou.se – located at 100 Grace Hopper Lane, Suite 3700 on the third floor of the Georgia Cyber Center in downtown Augusta, provides many services for the local business community, such as small business incubator, educational resource, and shared workspace (see photo above story). The center offers a variety of programs for starting and growing a business, such as Startup Life and Founders Circle. theClubhou.se Academy offers classes in both web development and entrepreneurship. theClubhou.se’s shared workspace, which includes rooms
Editor’s Note: Wes Hennings never met a meal he walked away from and is an opinionated eater! Each Thursday he shares the results of a business lunch he’s had with a colleague as a way to advise our business community on the good, bad and the tasty across the CSRA. He doesn’t let ABD or the restaurant know where he is going and his opinions are his own. He grades the restaurants he visits on a 1-5 scale with “5” being outstanding. We call this our “Real Business Lunch Review”.
