Another record year for job growth in Georgia and Pepsi invades Coca-Cola’s territory. – Augusta Business Daily Business Update by Mike Petchenik
Human resources professionals should know their elected officials because the laws they pass directly affect businesses and their employees, according to Robert Kelly. Kelly, the President-elect of the CSRA SHRM Chapter and Vice President of Augusta Staffing Associates, said, for example, those laws can impact the benefits companies offer their employees. The Chapter hosted a panel of Georgia and South Carolina legislators at its monthly meeting on Thursday, August 11. “Businesses are the backbone of any state, and if they have issues, they need to know who to talk to,”
Jordan Trotter Commercial Real Estate just retrofitted the old Dawson Taylor Insurance office on 3510 Wheeler Road, not far from First Baptist Church at Walton Way Extension. The partners, Trey Jordan and Dennis Trotter started in 2013 with very humble beginnings. “Nine years ago, JTCR started in a sparse 800 square foot office with no employees but a lot of motivation,” according to a newsletter the firm released to clients, prospects, and those involved in construction. We’ve grown steadily over those years and appreciate the trust our clients have put
The Army base in Augusta will only be known as Fort Gordon for a little more than a year. On Jan. 1, 2024, it is scheduled to be renamed, Fort Eisenhower. Fort Gordon is one of nine Army bases that were named for Confederate heroes of the Civil War that will be renamed. Another Georgia base, Fort Benning, will become Fort Moore. The renaming of the forts is part of the Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act that requires the Army to remove any names or symbols that honor those who
Augusta had a connection to the renaming of the Fort Rucker Army base in Alabama. The base will be renamed Fort Novosel, but it could have become Fort Kelly. The new name honors helicopter pilot Michael Novosel, but among the others considered for the honor was Maj. Charles Kelly, the father of Charles Kelly, who owns Computer Exchange in Augusta. The elder Kelly was a helicopter pilot in Vietnam who developed aero-medical evacuation techniques still in use today. His call sign, Dustoff, became the call sign for all aero-medical evacuations
Fort Gordon is expected to continue boosting the population of the CSRA and that could be a big opportunity for new and existing businesses – and a continued headache for the housing industry. Fort Gordon recently released its Regional Growth Management Plan with an eye to future needs based on expected growth. The 422-page report covers areas such as emergency services, housing, childcare, schools, and infrastructure needs based on the growth. Since 2012, when the Army announced it would move its Cyber Command to Fort Gordon, the base has added
There are many things to consider when choosing a new IT company. Patrick Reynolds of Crosslink Consulting gives tips on how to make a good choice.
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 Fort Gordon and its effect on the CSRA’s economy. The interview has been edited for clarity and impact. ABD: How does having Fort Gordon in Augusta affect our economy? Rick: It’s a two-fold impact – there’s the direct spending, like with all the construction that’s going on out there now, and the other things that support the mission, like computers. But also obviously,
Mema Had One has been an Augusta landmark for more than a decade, but the antique shop will soon move to a new location. The shop’s current location at 2328 Washington Road will close on Wednesday, Aug. 31, and reopen at 135 Davis Road near Inner Bean Café. Co-owner, Pam Hayes said she and her business partner, Candice Lee, aren’t sure yet when Mema Had One will reopen in its new location. Hayes said the business is moving because the Washington Road property was sold, leaving them with the choice
This afternoon, a local IT company that serves business clients throughout the CSRA will celebrate the opening of its new state-of-the-art facility in Augusta. Premier Networx and the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house at 116 Cooper Drive off River Watch Parkway from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Attendees will have the chance to tour the building and meet Auggie, the Augusta GreenJackets mascot. The business will also serve light hors d’oeuvres, beer, and wine. “We’re excited for our clients, partners, friends, and
