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• Hull Barrett Attorney on the Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016

  January 30, 2017

  All businesses have intellectual property and trade secrets. A company is in business because it is offering something of “value” which can be a number of things from product to process to promotion. The loss or misappropriation of such can be devastating to the success and profitability of a company. In a measure to further protect businesses, the Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) of 2016 was signed into law on May 11, 2016 after being unanimously passed in the Senate and ratified in the House. It creates a federal cause of action for trade secret misappropriation.

• Gov. Deal, Lt. Gov. Cagle Visit Fort Gordon, Cybersecurity Training Facility

  January 25, 2017

  Gov. Nathan Deal, along with Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle, visited the Cyber Center of Excellence, a training facility for cyberspace operations at Fort Gordon, and attended a mission briefing. The briefing was designed to provide state leaders with a greater understanding of the various cyber entities housed at Fort Gordon, how they work together and the tactical missions.

• Leadership Georgia Announces 2017 Class & Programs

  January 19, 2017

  The Leadership Georgia Board of Trustees recently announced the 2017 Class of Leadership Georgia. Sixty-three participants were selected from a pool of several hundred candidates. With a principal focus on “Georgia A State of Mind,” the 2017 Class of Leadership Georgia will travel to Brasstown Valley, Jesup, Jekyll Island, Perry and Brasselton.

• Georgia Chamber Eggs and Issues: Government Leaders Optimistically Address Initiatives, State’s Future

  January 11, 2017

  Georgia’s top elected officials addressed their priorities and proposals to nearly 2,000 attendees at the Chamber of Commerce “Eggs and Issues Breakfast,” on Tuesday. The meeting coincided with the 2017 state legislative session opening this week.

• Augusta Convention & Visitors Bureau Purchases 1010 Broad Street

  December 09, 2016

  The Augusta Convention & Visitors Bureau has purchased a building at 1010 Broad Street. The Augusta CVB and Augusta Sports Council will be relocating their offices from Enterprise Mill to 1010 Broad Street; the Augusta Visitor Center will also be relocating from 560 Reynolds Street to the main floor of the new building.

• Augusta Metro Chamber Announces 2016 Entrepreneur of the Year

  December 07, 2016

  The Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce announced its 2016 Entrepreneur of the Year today at the December Member Economic Luncheon. The award was presented to the Ellefson Family, accepted by Brian and Nyles Ellefson, with Ellefson Transportation Group.

• How to Train Temporary Workers During the Busy Holiday Season

  December 01, 2016

  Many businesses hire additional workers during the holiday season to help with increased demand. This year, retailers are expected to employ between 640,000 and 690,000 temporary workers, according to the National Retail Federation. Improperly trained temporary hires can present workplace safety risks. A 2014 study conducted by Travelers Insurance found that 28% of injuries happen within the first year of employment.

• Augusta Financial Advisor Will Rogers Discusses Keeping Your Current Lifestyle in Retirement When Retiring in or near Augusta

  November 30, 2016

  With Augusta, GA at the top of many retirees “Top Places,” it’s a question that many pre-retirees find themselves asking – How much money will I need to keep my current lifestyle in retirement? What’s more, will I have enough to live the retirement I’ve been dreaming about?

• 2016 Business Awards & Columbia County Economic Development Strategic Plan Unveiled at Development Authority Business Appreciation Breakfast

  November 17, 2016

  The Development Authority of Columbia County hosted its Business Appreciation Breakfast in which it strives to recognize our corporate citizens for their investment in our community through job creation, capital investment, and community involvement. This year, the Development Authority of Columbia County recognized three companies for their commitment to our community.

• Georgia Manufacturing Summit Keynote Speakers Tout Good-to-Great Experiences

  November 17, 2016

  As keynote speakers at the recent 2016 Georgia Manufacturing Summit in Atlanta, two prominent Georgia manufacturing executives provided good-to-great, real-life examples, strategies, and personal business philosophies to over 500 attendees.

• Gerald Jones Ford Lincoln Hosting Grand Opening with NASCAR’s Bill Elliott

  October 28, 2016

  Gerald Jones Ford Lincoln announced this week that their Grand Opening will be held on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at the all new Gerald Jones Ford Lincoln facility at 3480 Wrightsboro Road. Bill Elliott, “NASCAR’s Most Popular Driver”, and Kevin Giacomini, Vice President of Ford Motor Company, will join Andy Jones and his family in celebrating the opening of the new store.

• Textron Specialized Vehicles Announces Jacobsen Operations to Move to Augusta

  October 24, 2016

  Textron Specialized Vehicles and Jacobsen, both Textron Incorporated companies, will combine their operations in Augusta by the close of 2017.

• Deadline Approaching for This Year’s Small Business ROCK STARS Awards

  October 18, 2016

  We all recognize that small businesses are an important part of our state’s economy, but did you know that almost 98 percent of the businesses in Georgia employ fewer than 100 employees? That’s why the Small Business ROCK STARS recognition is returning for its fourth year.

• CIA Director to speak at Cyber Georgia @ Augusta University

  September 23, 2016

  CIA Director John Brennan and the nation’s top authorities in cybersecurity will convene Oct. 12-13 for Cyber Georgia @ Augusta University. Brennan will be one of the keynote speakers at the summit, which will bring together government, academia and industry experts to provide intelligence and the latest updates on how to improve cybersecurity, education and research.

• Augusta Financial Advisor Will Rogers Discusses How to Protect Your Assets From Unexpected Events Here in the C.S.R.A.

  September 22, 2016

  Life is full of surprises both good and bad – remember the Ice Storm that hit Augusta a while back? Imagine a medical storm of similar magnitude for your family. If you’re unprepared financially to handle surprises, these events could leave you feeling anxious about your financial situation. Protecting the assets you’ve already accumulated and your ability to continue building for your future is essential to preparing for the unexpected.

• Augusta University Inaugurates State-of-the-Art Cyber Facility

  September 19, 2016

  Augusta University introduced students, faculty and community members to its new Cyber Institute facility on Friday. Located on the first floor of University Hall on the Summerville Campus, the almost 9,000-square-foot space has a state-of-the-art cyber lab, a study lounge for students, a cyber coffee bar area and 15 offices.

• Finding Your Calling: An Interview with Jim Nantz, CBS Sports Commentator & 2016 Jim Blanchard Leadership Forum Speaker

  September 08, 2016

  Few sports commentators are more respected or well-known than Jim Nantz. From the Super Bowl to the Masters to the NCAA Final Four Men’s Basketball, Nantz has covered it all during his more than 30 years at CBS. Next week, Nantz will be a speaker at the Jim Blanchard Leadership Forum in Columbus where he will share how perseverance and passion have propelled him to the top of his field.

• Interactive Video: The Key to Real Customer Connections

  September 07, 2016

  In today’s cluttered media space, research shows that video stands out as one of the most effective ways to reach potential customers. However, a perfect, polished video alone doesn’t automatically generate leads or sales.

• Augusta Financial Advisor Will Rogers Discusses Tips for Balancing Your Business and Family Finances

  September 01, 2016

  Meeting the multiple demands of a job and family in the Augusta area can be challenging for anyone, but for small business owners, the feeling of being pulled in different directions can be especially taxing. With limited time, energy and money at your disposal, finding the right mix may seem impossible – but it doesn’t have to be.

• New Director Hopes for Expansion, Added Services for Augusta Regional Airport

  August 30, 2016

  In this two part interview, Augusta CEO sits down with Herbert Judon, the new Executive Director of the Augusta Regional Airport. According to Cedric Johnson, Chairman, Augusta Aviation Commission, "Herbert stood out as the best match for the Augusta Regional Airport as we move forward.”

• Herbert Judon Discusses His Service, History, Aviation in Augusta

  August 29, 2016

  In this two part interview, Augusta CEO sits down with Herbert Judon, the new Executive Director of the Augusta Regional Airport. According to Cedric Johnson, Chairman, Augusta Aviation Commission, "Herbert stood out as the best match for the Augusta Regional Airport as we move forward.”

• Raytheon Unveils Cyber & Electromagnetic Battle Management for U.S. Army

  August 23, 2016

  Raytheon Company showcased Cyber and Electromagnetic Battle Management, a new battle management tool, at Cyber Quest, a U.S. Army event that informs cybersecurity requirements and priorities. CEMBM integrates cyber and electromagnetic spectrum awareness capabilities into the Electronic Warfare Program Management Tool, an Army program of record since 2014.

• CSRA 'Cyber District' Begins Push to Start Teaching Cyber Security at Elementary Level

  August 16, 2016

  A 'Cyber District' is being created in the C.S.R.A. The Cyber Center of Excellence at Fort Gordon is cultivating a new generation of Cyber Warriors and the impact is extending outside the gates.

• New Accreditation at Medical College of Georgia Opens Way for More Growth, Economic Impact

  August 11, 2016

  According to Dr. Peter Buckley, Medical College of Georgia Dean, Georgia’s only public medical school just got its own clean bill of health. After an intensive review by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME), the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University has received a full eight-year accreditation from the accrediting body for the nation’s medical schools.

• Unisys Study Shows U.S. CIOs Leading the Charge to the Cloud

  August 10, 2016

  A recent survey of 200 U.S. IT and business executives by Unisys Corporation shows that CIOs are the C-suite executives most intensively advocating and driving migration of their organizations' IT resources to the cloud. The study indicates that reducing costs and gaining faster access to computing capacity are the CIOs' primary motivations.

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