September 2015 Features

  • University Health FCU and Augusta Metro FCU Combine Forces

    September 29, 2015

    Two local credit unions will merge in order to bring members more products, services, and locations to handle their financial business. On Wednesday, September 23, University Health Federal Credit Union (FCU) members voted to approve the merger between University Health FCU and Augusta Metro FCU.

  • Augusta Technical College Awarded $3M Grant

    September 25, 2015

    Augusta Technical College President Terry D. Elam is pleased to announce that the College has been awarded a $3 million Predominately Black Institutions Competitive Grant by the U.S. Department of Education.

  • Lockheed Martin Marietta’s First Female VP, Shan Cooper, to Speak at Augusta Chamber's Women in Business Signature Event

    September 23, 2015

    Shan Cooper, Vice President of Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, will be the keynote speaker for the 2015 Women in Business Signature Event on October 1st.

  • Group & Benefits Consultants Merge with ACHS Insurance

    September 21, 2015

    Group & Benefits Consultants is joining ACHS Insurance, a wholly owned subsidiary of Acrisure LLC, to expand its services and offer property and casualty insurance to current and future clients. With the merger, Russell T. Head, will serve as President of ACHS Insurance and Michael W. Carraway will remain CEO of ACHS Insurance.

  • Georgia's Pro-Business Climate Drives Investment and Job Creation in Key Industries

    September 17, 2015

    Gov. Nathan Deal announced yesterday that the Global Commerce division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) helped create a total of 26,951 new jobs and generate $4.75 billion in investment during FY15. This growth is a result of the expansion or relocation by 329 companies including those in software and technology, aerospace and food processing sectors.

  • Is Your Business Ready for Digital Commerce?

    September 15, 2015

    What is “digital commerce” you might ask and why is it important for small businesses in particular? Let’s define what digital commerce is. Contrary to what most might think, it is not just eCommerce.

  • How to Keep Bad Reviews from Hurting Your Business

    September 10, 2015

    A less than flattering online review about your business is not something you would normally celebrate. However, bad customer comments will not necessarily cause your sales to plummet, provided you manage online reviews properly, promptly and efficiently.

  • In Golf, It’s Follow Through That Makes the Difference

    September 04, 2015

    Did you know that playing golf can provide ramps and other assistive equipment to help make life more independent for those with disabilities in our area?

  • Curio – a Collection by Hilton Ushers in a New Era of Southern Hospitality in Augusta

    September 02, 2015

    A historic property known for its unparalleled Southern hospitality near the heart of downtown Augusta, The Partridge Inn Augusta joined Curio – A Collection by Hilton today. As Hilton Worldwide’s rapidly-expanding global collection of distinctive hotels, Curio caters to passionate travelers seeking local discovery and authentic experiences.

  • CareSouth Acquired by HealthSouth in $170M Deal

    September 01, 2015

    HealthSouth Corporation, a leading provider of post-acute healthcare services, announced its Encompass Home Health operating unit has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the home health agency operations of CareSouth Health System, Inc. for a cash purchase price of $170 million.