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• CEO Confidence Deteriorated Further Heading Into Q4

  October 17, 2022

  The Conference Board Measure of CEO Confidence in collaboration with The Business Council stands at 32 to start Q4 2022, down from 34 in Q3. The Measure fell deeper into negative territory, to lows not seen since the depths of the Great Recession.

• Third Thursday Business Builder with CSRA SHRM Chapter President Theresa Davis

  October 14, 2022

  Change is a constant that can be exciting and invigorating for organizations who embrace the inevitable and prepare for it. Join the Augusta Metro Chamber and presenting sponsor ADP on Thursday, October 20 to hear from Theresa Davis, President of CSRA SHRM, and take advantage of over 30 years of experience in Human Resources Management and Training with proven results in DEI: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion.

• goBeyondProfit CEO Interview: Ira Jackson, President of Perfect Image

  October 14, 2022

  In a conversation with Ira Jackson, President of Perfect Image, he shares a shift in perspective on the definition of community from those that business helps, to the concentric circles that nurture a small business. Meeting needs isn’t about charity as much as it is about mutual reciprocity and care.

• Vogtle Unit 3 Starts Nuclear Fuel Load

  October 14, 2022

  Georgia Power announced tonight that fuel load into the Vogtle Unit 3 reactor core has begun at Plant Vogtle near Waynesboro,. The fuel load process marks a historic and pivotal milestone toward startup and commercial operation of the first new nuclear units to be built in the U.S. in more than three decades.

• Delta, Joby Aviation Partner to Pioneer Home-to-Airport Transportation to Customers

  October 12, 2022

  Delta Air Lines is once again deepening its commitment to transform the future of travel: the airline is embarking on a multi-year, multi-market commercial and operational partnership with Joby Aviation, Inc., to deliver transformational, sustainable home-to-airport transportation service to Delta customers.

• GRA Venture Program Reaches $2 Billion Milestone

  October 07, 2022

  More than $2 billion in venture capital has flowed to a portfolio of Georgia startup enterprises formed around university inventions, according to data released this month from the Georgia Research Alliance.

• goBeyondProfit CEO Interview: Maggie Patton, Co-founder of Bitsy’s Snack Food

  October 07, 2022

  Can a purpose statement unite founders in a way that makes execution and decision making easier? In this interview with Maggie Patton, co-founder of Bitsy’s, we learn that a company purpose statement can be a key ingredient for navigating challenges and clarifying objectives, helping three founders find the focus they need for success.

• Georgia DOT Study Shows $30 Billion in Commodities Arrive and Depart Georgia by Air Each Year

  October 06, 2022

  The Georgia Department of Transportation released its Statewide Air Cargo Study that provides a comprehensive review of the air cargo industry in Georgia.

• Programs Take Shape for Augusta University’s School of Public Health

  October 05, 2022

  As Augusta University prepares to launch the School of Public Health in fall 2023, one of the first steps is the move of the Master of Public Health program from the College of Allied Health Sciences to the Institute of Public and Preventive Health.

• Georgia Still ‘Top State for Doing Business.’ Here’s How We Do It.

  October 05, 2022

  What do you get when you combine the best workforce training program in the nation, robust logistics and infrastructure, and a business-friendly environment? The recognition of being the “Top State for Doing Business,” of course.

• Habitat for Humanity Announces Resumption of Annual Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project

  October 05, 2022

  After a three-year hiatus, Habitat for Humanity will welcome hundreds of volunteers, staff, community members and country music superstars Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood to don their hard hats once again for the global housing nonprofit's Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project.

• Women In Business Signature Event, It's A Marathon

  October 04, 2022

  You’re invited to join the Augusta Metro Chamber on Thursday, October 6th at the Crowne Plaza North Augusta for the 2022 Women In Business Signature Event.

• Health Connect South 2022 Highlights Regional Health Partnerships and Draws Record Attendance

  October 04, 2022

  In the first in-person gathering since 2019, Health Connect South’s 9th Annual Gathering on September 22nd featured some of the biggest names and organizations in health and drew a record number of registrations, topping 1,100.

• Lieutenant Governor Hosts 15th Annual Business and Education Summit

  October 04, 2022

  The Office of Lieutenant Governor hosted College and Career Academies from across the state at the Butler Hall Event Center in Gray for the 15th Annual Business & Education Summit. Joined by industry and community leaders, educators, and students, the Summit held a series of panels highlighting emerging industries, the importance of skilled trades, and employment trends in healthcare.

• Demo Day on October 5th Introduces Startups to Augusta Community

  October 03, 2022

  Think Shark Tank. At theClubhou.se’s Demo Day, participants have only a couple of minutes to convince potential financial backers and to promote their new business to community leaders.

• Living Learning Community Connects Cyber, Computer Science Students with Tech Opportunities

  September 30, 2022

  Students in the JAGByte Living Learning Community, managed by the School of Computer and Cyber Sciences, continue to enjoy exclusive activities with local technology and cyber organizations.

• goBeyondProfit CEO Interview: Dan Cathy, Chairman of Chick-fil-A Part 2

  September 30, 2022

  Founded 76 years ago right here in Hapeville, Chick-fil-A and its Chairman Dan T. Cathy, recently received the 2022 goBeyondProfit Champion Award. This recognition is based on their success in consistently delivering care through meaningful daily moments that permeate the Chick-fil-A culture and result in decades of generosity.

• University System of Georgia Awards Record Number of Degrees in FY2022

  September 30, 2022

  The number of degrees awarded by University System of Georgia (USG) institutions increased in FY2022 to an all-time high of 74,446, a 2.1% increase over the previous year.

• Georgia Named No. 1 for Business for Unprecedented 9th Year

  September 29, 2022

  Governor Brian Kemp announced that Georgia has been named by Area Development magazine as the No. 1 state for business for the ninth consecutive year. No other state has earned this distinction for so many years.

• Leadership Georgia Announces 2022 Award Recipients

  September 29, 2022

  The Leadership Georgia Board of Trustees today announced the recipients of the organization’s most prestigious awards, presented to Georgians who exemplify the principles of Leadership Georgia and whose impact through leadership and stewardship has helped shaped communities and the state.

• Atlanta Press Club Loudermilk-Young Debate Series Hosts State and Federal General Election Debates

  September 28, 2022

  The Atlanta Press Club Loudermilk-Young Debate Series will host General Election debates for U.S. Senate, Governor, Secretary of State, Lt. Governor, Attorney General, Agriculture Commissioner, Insurance Commissioner, Labor Commissioner, State School Superintendent and U.S. Congressional Districts in October.

• The Solution to Innovative Inclusion, Keynote Speaker Debra Lam at Member Economic Luncheon

  September 26, 2022

  What is the definition of inclusive innovation? On September 29th, the Augusta Metro Chamber invites you to discover the meaning of inclusive innovation and learn how you can be part of the solution in shaping the future.

• U.S. Chamber Index Dips As Small Businesses See High Inflation Persisting

  September 26, 2022

  This quarter, small businesses’ concern over inflation reached a new high as more brace for an uncertain future according to the latest MetLife & U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index.

• goBeyondProfit CEO Interview: Dan Cathy, Chairman of Chick-fil-A

  September 23, 2022

  Founded 76 years ago right here in Hapeville, GA, Chick-fil-A and its Chairman Dan Cathy, recently received the 2022 goBeyondProfit Champion Award. This recognition is based on their success in consistently delivering care through meaningful daily moments that permeate the Chick-fil-A culture and result in decades of generosity.

• Aflac Survey Asks Americans, 'What Seems Risky to You?'

  September 22, 2022

  Most Americans, especially those with more income and education, are more concerned about mental health than challenges over the economy, the political environment or COVID-19. A surprising percentage of employees are ready to quit their jobs and start a business.

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