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Asking the key questions to make your organization better

This past weekend, I had the pleasure of attending a retreat for the Medical College of Georgia (MCG) Foundation, which I am honored to serve on its Board. While there were many highlights to the retreat, one that really stood out to me was a presentation and discussion led by Dr. Mike Comer, President of The Hayes Group. The Hayes Group is a consulting firm that specializes in organizational and individual development, including working with boards and providing executive coaching. Dr. Comer’s time with us included a discussion about what

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Dr. Rick Franza March 12, 2024 No Comments
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Same services, different name

Alison South is carving a new path for their agency under the Osla brand. The rebranding expands their marketing footprint and promises a fresh collaboration with clients. Mike Petchenik has more in today’s Biz Bits.

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Mike Petchenik March 12, 2024 No Comments
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Video tour of new downtown business incubator

The former home of the Augusta Metro Chamber is being repurposed for the future. The project, a partnership between Augusta Tech and Augusta’s Downtown Development Authority (DDA), will be called Accelerate Augusta and will serve as a shared space location for entrepreneurs and small business start-ups.

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Mike Petchenik March 11, 2024 No Comments
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Acquisition moves local real estate firm into Top 10 in U.S.

Auben Realty, a full-service real estate investment brokerage based in Augusta, has acquired Voepel Property Management and Canopy Road Real Estate, renowned local experts in investment brokerage and comprehensive property management services based in Kansas City, MO. This strategic combination represents a significant step forward for both companies, combining their strengths to create an even more formidable presence in the real estate market nationwide. Auben Realty and Voepel Property Management share a common vision for providing property management solutions and fostering positive growth within the industry. The combination will leverage

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Staff Report March 11, 2024 No Comments
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Familiar face in the CSRA becomes first dean of UGA medical school

The current Dean of Augusta University/University of Georgia Medical Partnership, Dr. Shelley Nuss, will be the first dean to lead the University of Georgia School of Medicine. “There is no one better equipped to lead this important initiative than Dr. Shelley Nuss, with her exemplary, widely recognized leadership in medical education,” UGA President, Jere Morehead is quoted in the news release. “I look forward to working with her as we seek LCME (Liaison Committee on Medical Education) accreditation and build an outstanding medical school in the coming years.” This fulfills

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Dana Lynn McIntyre March 11, 2024 No Comments
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Business conflict? Mediation may be the answer

One thing you can bet on as a business owner is challenge, whether from clients, employees, vendors, or business partners. Those disagreements may result from attendance, pay, benefits, or personality conflicts. There are two seminars coming up that might provide some answers that are affordable and not as messy and expensive as the legal route. This Thursday, March 14, the North Augusta Chamber hosts a virtual seminar, Small Business Mediation: What every business owner needs to know. Two weeks later, on March 28, the Augusta Metro Chamber will present the

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Mitzi Oxford March 10, 2024 No Comments
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Scholarship Thankyou

In today’s Biz Bits, ABD’s Mike Petchenik looks into the future of our workforce as students enjoy “Breakfast with their Benefactors.”

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Mike Petchenik March 10, 2024 No Comments
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Changing of the Chamber of Commerce Guard

Publisher’s Note: In Aiken, they don’t pass the gavel when one President leaves the Chamber of Commerce. They pass the scissors for future ribbon cuts! Longtime President, David Jameson handpicked Jim Tunison to be his membership sales leader five years ago and helped develop Jim into the chamber professional he is today. At age 72, Jameson was ready for a much-deserved retirement. At age 29, Tunison is eager to take the reins. Here is a lightly edited excerpt from our recent conversation. ABD: How was David’s retirement party on February

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Neil Gordon March 10, 2024 No Comments
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What’s to blame for CSRA LEI drop?

The easy answer is it’s complicated, but it’s really not. The driving force behind the LEI is housing permits and unemployment. The ups and downs of those factors tell the tale. Mike Petchenik has more in today’s Biz Bits.

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Mike Petchenik March 7, 2024 No Comments
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What’s bringing big buck$ to the local economy?

When you visit the communities in the CSRA, sometimes you fall in love and move here. Even if that doesn’t happen initially, there are plenty of reasons to visit. Mike Petchenik has more on the tourism impact for the CSRA.

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Mike Petchenik March 6, 2024 No Comments
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