April 2016 Video
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Selig Center for Economic Growth at UGA Outlines 2016 Economic Forecast for Georgia
April 29, 2016
Economic Data Analyst at the Selig Center for Economic Growth at the University of Georgia, Stephen Kuzniak discusses this years economic forecast for Georgia, and also talks about the success of this year's Terry College Economic Outlook Series.
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Beverly Peltier Discusses How Workforce Development is Critical to the Region
April 28, 2016
Augusta Technical College Foundation Director Beverly Peltier discusses partnering with other organizations to help recruit new companies and industries to the region, and the role that the College plays in workforce development.
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Georgia Film Academy Executive Director Jeffrey Stepakoff Discusses the State of the Film Industry in Georgia
April 25, 2016
Executive Director of the Georgia Film Academy, Jeffrey Stepakoff discusses the state of the now $6 billion film industry in Georgia, and talks about whats driving the growth in our state, as well as some challenges that we have to continue the momentum.
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Friday Funday: Elliot Price on Becoming a Master Gardener
April 22, 2016
GaMEP Regional Manager in Augusta Elliot Price talks about his love for gardening.
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Daryl Ingram on ECG Bus Tours & Helping Rural Communities
April 22, 2016
Senior Vice President with Electric Cities of Georgia, Daryl Ingram talks about furthering economic development in rural Georgia, and how their organization facilitates "Bus Tours" with project managers to showcase all communities have to offer.
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Gary Black Talks About the Growth of the Georgia Grown Brand & 2020 Vision
April 21, 2016
Agriculture Commissioner for the State of Georgia Gary Black discusses the growth and importance of the Georgia Grown Brand, and also discusses the Georgia Grown 2020 Vision - that 20% of the menu items in Georgia's schools will be Georgia Grown.
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Kris Vaughn on Georgia Young Gamechangers
April 20, 2016
Executive Director of Georgia Forward, Kris Vaughn talks about Georgia's Young Game-changers program, a leadership action program designed to come up with recommendations for communities.
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Allen Fore on Creating a Strong Energy Infrastructure in Augusta
April 20, 2016
Allen Fore, Vice President of Public Affairs for Kinder Morgan talks about the importance of having a strong energy infrastructure in Augusta and the state. He also discusses the importance of infrastructure for economic development growth in the region.
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United States Senator Johnny Isakson on Every Student Succeeds Act & How it Relates to Georgia
April 19, 2016
Senior United States Senator from Georgia Johnny Isakson talks about the importance of educating the children in our state and how the recently passed Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), will further help strengthen Georgia's future workforce.
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Stan Shepherd on Workforce Development in the Region Related to Cyber Security
April 18, 2016
Regional Director External Affairs for AT&T Stan Shepherd talks about supporting Cyber Security, specifically relating to education and looking to help further the workforce and creating pathways for students.
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David Hudson: The Rich & Unique History of Hull Barrett
April 13, 2016
Partner at Hull Barrett law firm (and also the firm's chairman), David Hudson tells the interesting story of the firm's founding 100 years ago.
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Eric Tanenblatt on Presidential Politics
April 13, 2016
Principal at Dentons Eric Tanenblatt talks about the crazy political season it has been relating to presidential politics on both sides of the spectrum.
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Tom Croteau on the GDEcD's Role in Economic Development Across the State
April 12, 2016
Deputy Commissioner of Global Commerce at the Georgia Department of Economic Development, Tom Croteau talks about how the Department works with communities and organizations across the state to bring new business and industry to Georgia.
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Kinder Morgan's Allen Fore on Community Investment in Augusta
April 11, 2016
Allen Fore, Vice President of Public Affairs for Kinder Morgan, talks about community involvement in Augusta - and the importance of knowing what community needs that the business community can make a priority.
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Dr. Faye Hargrove on How the YMCA Serves Over 50,000 Members in the Area
April 08, 2016
Chief Development Officer for the Family YMCA of Greater Augusta Dr. Faye Hargrove talks about how the YMCA serves all of the region - all 50,000 members.
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Buzz Law on the History of Creative Financial Group
April 06, 2016
President & CEO of Creative Financial Group Buzz Law talks about how Creative Financial Group came to be - from focusing on investment and retirement planning for executives to now being owned by Synovus.
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Braves' Mike Plant on the Creation of SunTrust Park Ballpark & the Battery of Atlanta
April 04, 2016
President of Development for the Atlanta Braves, Mike Plant talks about creating the new 41,000 seat SunTrust Park, set to open in 2017; and The Battery - the mixed-use entertainment complex with offices, apartments, hotels, and shops that surround the park.