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Ramon Tookes, Founder and Real Estate Investor at The Tookes Group

January 28, 2016 by lenisewilliams

Ramon Tookes is a real estate investor, coach, and developer with 20 years of experience in the industry.

A natural-born thinker and problem solver, Ramon’s analytical prowess has afforded him the opportunity to be involved in over 900 transactions ranging from buying and selling single family homes to the development of entire subdivisions to purchasing and selling commercial projects.

Ramon currently oversees the daily operations of The Tookes Group, a real estate consulting firm he founded in 2005. Specializing in investment consultation, The Tookes Group (TTG) offers subject matter expertise on all aspects of real estate investing including property location and value assessment, loan brokerage and project analysis. Ramon is also a principal and funds manager of The Gallagher Group, the general partner of The Gallagher Fund, a private equity fund focused on raising capital through accredited investors for real estate investment projects.

To satisfy his philanthropic passion by empowering others to utilize real estate as a viable wealth building vehicle, Ramon recently introduced the Flipology training program in 2015 with a signature 2-day boot camp complete with intense classroom training and a bus tour (field trip) allowing participants to walk through properties at various stages of the remodeling and/or repair process.

For as far back as he can remember, Ramon has been surrounded by entrepreneurs. He watched his grandfather build many successful businesses and his father amassed a respectable real estate portfolio. Ramon stayed close to the action and could often be found riding with his father to collect rent or working side by side with his uncles who had a lucrative contractor business. As a teenager, Ramon began his entrepreneurial career when he started his own lawn care service and car wash. Ramon inked his first real estate deal as a freshman in college and went on to finance his college career with the proceeds from his real estate investments.

Ramon earned his Bachelors of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Georgia State University and continued his formal education at Emory Law School where he earned his Juris Doctorate (J.D.) Although he started out wanting to become the next Johnnie Cochran, his passion for real estate was undeniable and seems to continue to grow daily. Born and raised in Atlanta, GA, Ramon is the proud father of five children and enjoys reading, sports, and travel.

Riah Winston Greathouse of Greathouse Trial Law, LLC

January 21, 2016 by lenisewilliams

Since being admitted to practice law in the State of Georgia, Riah Winston Greathouse has been counsel of record in over 1000+ criminal and civil matters throughout the state with a high rate of success. Riah earned his law degree from the Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University in Houston, Texas, where he graduated at the top of his law school class.

Riah has also served his community as an Assistant District Attorney in Fulton County, Georgia for several years, where he prosecuted cases ranging from drugs to violent felonies throughout the county. After leaving the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office, Riah joined a nationally recognized plaintiff’s firm, where he represented injured victims as well as estates on behalf of decedents in wrongful death actions, where he has recovered over $1 million for his clients.

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Caitlin Samson, Founder and CEO of True Food and Wellness

January 15, 2016 by lenisewilliams

Caitlin is a nine-time marathoner who has worked as a fitness director and has experience in medical research, health coaching, personal training, and nutritional counseling. She is the owner and founder of True Food and Wellness in Smyrna, GA providing nutritional services to all ages from infants to older adults. Some of her top areas of interest include digestive wellness, autoimmune conditions, and women’s health–specifically hormonal balance and preconception care. She has a Master’s degree in Applied Clinical Nutrition from New York Chiropractic College, as well as a Master’s degree in Exercise Science from the State University of New York at Buffalo. Her undergraduate degree is in Biology from the State University of New York at Geneseo. Caitlin also has a passion for fitness and holds certifications with the American College of Sports Medicine: Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer, and Certified Personal Trainer.

Kevin Greiner, President and CEO of Gas South

January 14, 2016 by lenisewilliams

Kevin Greiner, President and CEO of Gas South, has more than 15 years of experience in the energy industry, including prior management roles with Southern Company. He has served as Gas South’s CEO since its formation in 2006.

Under his leadership, Gas South has grown to serve more than 290,000 customers in the metro Atlanta area and added more than 150 jobs over its 10 years in business. Most recently he directed an expansion initiative to begin serving customers in Florida, in-sourced all customer care operations and renovated the corporate headquarters to house all employees in the same location.

Mr. Greiner is a strong advocate for community service both in his business and personal life. In the past 10 years, Gas South has donated more than $3,225,000 to local charities and causes focused on education, social services and arts. He serves on a number of boards and committees for local non-profits including, the United Way of Greater Atlanta, where he previously chaired the 2012-13 Workplace Campaign bringing in community investments valued at more than $77 million; the Georgia Partnership for Excellence in Education, Georgia’s leading education policy and advocacy organization where he serves as chairman; the Georgia Chamber Executive Committee and the Board of Governors; and the YMCA board.

Mr. Greiner holds a master’s degree in business administration and a master’s of science in natural resource policy from the University of Michigan. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Wesleyan University.

Ashley Lounds, founder of First Kings Apparel

December 24, 2015 by lenisewilliams

Spreading the Word of God

1st Kings Apparel is an independently owned Christian brand located in Atlanta, GA. We bring the message of the Word of God through incorporating scripture and positive messages on our shirts.

Bringing God’s Message to Light

At 1st Kings Apparel we work hard to give you fashionable everyday clothing that brings the word of God to light. We combine our creativity and expertise to offer you excellent pre-printed t-shirts.

Testimony:

My love for God is evident in my service and worship to him but I haven’t always been this way. Saved from drugs, alcohol and a life of promiscuity, God has showed himself strong in my life and it is my goal to do the same for him. I want my life to reflect his glory. I’m not perfect and I know I will fall short but I have my mind made up that ‘I shall serve him all the days of my life.’

One day I was reading 1st Kings 13 in which the prophet disobeyed God… verse 21: ‘For as much as thou hast disobeyed the mouth of the LORD, and hast not kept the commandment which the LORD thy God commanded thee.’

When I read this, it shook me. No matter who you are obedience is better than sacrifice and that it’s important to follow God’s instructions to the ‘T’. God is not playing. That chapter inspired 1st Kings Apparel and the first design ‘Don’t fight D.E.A.T.H.’ Don’t fight doing everything according to him (Christ). Die to self and live for him.

God is great and mighty and I encourage you to have a relationship with Him. Fellowship and commune with him, and watch how your life changes. 1st Kings Apparel is just a mere reflection of our hearts and service to God. I appreciate your support. God Bless.

Tanya Nebo, Managing Partner at Nebo Law Firm, LLC

December 24, 2015 by lenisewilliams

Tanya Nebo is an attorney and business consultant with over twelve years of varied commercial experience. As the managing partner of the Nebo Law Firm, LLC, Tanya’s practice focuses on serving small business owners in areas of law that include corporate, franchise, and commercial real estate. She provides legal expertise and counsel to small business owners by helping them buy, sell and successfully operate business enterprises, including franchises.

Tanya provides legal services to a range of different entities, including companies and individuals in the entertainment, medical, construction, and real estate investment industries. Included among her most recent transactions are the acquisition of several Fastsigns retail stores, the acquisition of a Subway, and the sale of commercial property in the historic Castleberry Hill District in downtown Atlanta. Tanya has served as an educator in the capacity of an Adjunct Professor for Rasmussen College. Tanya earned her undergraduate degree from Columbia University in New York City and her law degree from the University of Virginia. She is a Board Member of the South Fulton Chamber of Commerce and is passionate about being a resource for entrepreneurs who want to create wealth and legacy through business ownership.

Lindsay Collette of Collette Caters Inc.

December 19, 2015 by lenisewilliams

Collette Caters Inc. is a company that was birthed out of the heart and mind of Lindsay Collette Edwards, single mother of four who always had a love of cooking and entertaining the masses. Lindsay often used cooking to bring her family and friends together to celebrate life, make hard times easier, and to try some of her new creations. Often times Lindsay used her kitchen as her safe haven from the everyday stresses of life. When Lindsay was laid off from her job, it caused her to think about her dreams and visions and what she really desired rather than to search for another dead end job.

After much consideration and speaking to her support system, she came to the conclusion that being able to earn a living doing what she loves to do while giving the gift of great food to others is her ultimate dream. Being able to turn what she loves to do into multiple streams of income is what this country is founded upon.

Because Lindsay’s youngest son Isaiah is on the Autism Spectrum, Collette Caters Inc. will partner with Autism Speaks and The Marcus Center allowing her company to donate a percentage of each sale for Autism research.

A.R. Copper, Program Director for health centered non-profit: (BSEI b:FIT)

December 17, 2015 by lenisewilliams

A.R. Cooper is a native of Atlanta, Georgia, and has been an integral part of the wellness movement in his neighborhoods for over 10 years now. He grew up as an active child spending much of his time outside playing sports. After a high school athletic career that included football, baseball, and tennis, Cooper enrolled in Southern Polytechnic State University to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. He went on to work in the school system as a physical education teacher, as well as in the NBA and the MLB. He won a Universal Basketball Association Championship during this time. Today Cooper is an Atlanta based program director for a health centered non-profit (BSEI b:FIT) and a physical trainer specializing in obesity training, pilates, trx, and training international basketball players. A.R. Cooper, professionally known as “Super Cooper” is the co-author of “Cooper Shapes Up”, a children’s book that exposes youth 2 – 7 years of age to Wellness Education, Nutritional Literacy & Leadership, the 3 pillars of his Get WELL Soon organization. Cooper is currently featuring this book on an active-reading book tour spanning Sheltering Arms, APS Elementary Schools, and YMCA Early Learning Centers in the Atlanta area. He is also the co-author of the book, God’s Healthcare Plan.

Whitney Nicely of Nicely Done Auctions, LLC

December 16, 2015 by lenisewilliams

Whitney Nicely is a native to Knoxville, TN. She graduated from the University of Tennessee in 2007 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication.

Whitney defines herself as a self-motivated individual with a passion for exceeding goals and delivering exceptional results. She has a proven track record for establishing value based relationships built on trust, honesty, and strong ethical principles.

Whitney found a connection with real estate auctions in her teenage years by attending Saturday sales with her parents. They didn’t “win” the first house auction she visited, but Whitney was hooked. In May 2015, Whitney became the Principal Auctioneer for Nicely Done Auctions, LLC.

Whitney has auctioned properties from 1 acre with a house to 215+ acres of rolling hills.

Whitney is also the Principal Broker with Whitney Buys Houses, LLC. Whitney Buys Houses is more than a company name. It’s a fact! Whitney has purchased over 15 houses in 2015 by paying CASH, Lease with Option, taken over debt or she has received Owner Financing.

Whitney’s favorite house is a Vacant house. She has several strategies to acquire unwanted properties. If you need cash within 60 days, call Whitney. She buys houses! 865-309-4500.

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