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NORTH ATLANTA’S BIZLINK: Karin Zalcberg with CyberHub Summit

May 17, 2018 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

NORTH ATLANTA'S BIZLINK: Karin Zalcberg with CyberHub Summit

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Deborah Lanham, Karin Zalcberg, Nicole Sterghos

Karin Zalcberg/CyberHub Summit

CyberHub Summit was established out of a desire to share knowledge and solutions of cybersecurity around the world. Cyber threats are real, and CyberHub Summit is committed to be the main source of solutions for companies to protect their business and people. CyberHub Summit provides clients and attendees the highest level of integrity, customer service, knowledge and value.

Their passion is a safer world! They want you to take the offensive in your approach to cyber security and connect with the people and products of cyber security. In a digitally disruptive business environment, deterring, preventing and detecting cyber security breaches is of paramount importance. Cyberhub Summit provides attendees with a chance to learn about the latest innovations and solutions from the global cyber community. This is a provocative and exciting opportunity to meet and mingle with decision-makers and game-changers from the industry. Eminent spokespeople and panelists discuss cyber threats and strategies for a variety of business sectors. Embrace the latest in disruptive technology in an incredible conference focusing on B2B networking and B2C partnering.

FRAZIER & DEETER’S BUSINESS BEAT: Doug Guthrie with COMCAST

May 15, 2018 by John Ray

Business Beat

FRAZIER & DEETER'S BUSINESS BEAT: Doug Guthrie with COMCAST

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Doug Guthrie/COMCAST

Comcast Residential and Business Services
Innovation in Technology & Entertainment

With Xfinity, Comcast delivers the best in TV, Internet, voice, mobile, and home management, all working together to give customers instant access to the things that matter most – anywhere, anytime.

Frazier & Deeter

The Alpharetta office of Frazier & Deeter is home to a thriving CPA tax practice and Employee Benefit Plan Services group. CPAs and advisors in the Frazier & Deeter Alpharetta office serve clients across North Georgia and around the country with services such as personal tax planning, estate planning, business tax planning, business tax compliance, state and local tax planning, financial statement reviews, financial statement audits, employee benefit plan audits, internal audit outsourcing, cyber security, data privacy, SOX and other regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions and more. Alpharetta CPAs serve clients ranging from business owners and executives to large corporations.

Roger Lusby, host of “Frazier & Deeter’s Business Beat,” is the Alpharetta Office Managing Partner Partner for Frazier & Deeter.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/frazier-&-deeter-llc/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FrazierDeeter
Twitter: https://twitter.com/frazierdeeter

NORTH ATLANTA’S BIZLINK: Kali Boatright – President and CEO of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce

April 20, 2018 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

NORTH ATLANTA'S BIZLINK: Kali Boatright - President and CEO of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce

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Deborah Lanham, Kali Boatright, Nicole Sterghos

Kali Boatright/GNFCC

Kali Kirkham Boatright is the new president and chief executive officer of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce. Boatright led the Douglas County Chamber from a near bankrupt organization when she arrived in 2004 to a flourishing business organization with strong financial stability. To accomplish the success, she inspired staff and volunteers to create new sponsorship opportunities and events, as well as a Chairman’s Club for membership investment and community engagement. She has most recently been instrumental in a community-wide economic and community development initiative with elected leaders, business leaders, and non-profit professionals collaborating for change transformation.

Boatright is a graduate of the U.S. Chamber’s Institute for Organization Management and a Georgia Certified Chamber Executive. In addition to her chamber responsibilities, she currently serves as vice president of the Technical College Foundation Association of Georgia, chair of the Georgia Chamber Small Business Federation on the Georgia Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, executive board member of the Regional Business Coalition, and member of the WellStar Douglas Regional Health Board. She is a past chair of the Georgia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, founding board member of Brighten Academy Charter School, and past president of the Junior League of Douglas County.

In 2017, Boatright was honored by her peers in the chamber industry when she received the Georgia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives Legacy Award. As the association’s most prestigious award, it recognizes long-term executives who have excelled over a period of years in leading and innovatively building their chamber. The award is based on the demonstration of excellence in areas of chamber leadership, organizational management, service to the profession, community reputation/involvement, and personal attributes.

FRAZIER & DEETER’S BUSINESS BEAT: David Deeter and Roger Lusby from Frazier & Deeter

March 21, 2018 by John Ray

Business Beat

FRAZIER & DEETER'S BUSINESS BEAT: David Deeter and Roger Lusby from Frazier & Deeter

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David Deeter and Roger Lusby/Frazier & Deeter

Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Frazier & Deeter is one of the fastest-growing CPA firms in the United States. Their specialized F&D practice groups provide financial expertise for businesses and individuals looking to succeed in the changing global marketplace. Frazier & Deeter’s CPA professionals are available for a wide range of tax, audit, accounting and advisory services. They are widely-recognized in the industry for their practice innovations as well as their commitment to quality client relationships.

NORTH ATLANTA’S BIZLINK: Michael Leithead with the North Fulton Community Improvement District

March 16, 2018 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

NORTH ATLANTA'S BIZLINK: Michael Leithead with the North Fulton Community Improvement District

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Deborah Lanham, Michael Leithead, Nicole Stergos

Michael Leithead/North Fulton Community Improvement District (CID)

The North Fulton Community Improvement District (NFCID) is a self-taxing district that was formed in 2003 by a group of business leaders committed to maintaining and enhancing the North Fulton community. With the goal of investing in a more vibrant and sustainable North Fulton, the CID advances infrastructure projects that enhance the livability, walkability and drivability of the entire community. The NFCID spans from Mansell Road north to McGinnis Ferry Road, serving as a catalyst for transportation planning, investment and improvement.

NORTH ATLANTA’S BIZLINK: Michael Lundmark with Jekyll Brewing

October 20, 2017 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

NORTH ATLANTA'S BIZLINK: Michael Lundmark with Jekyll Brewing

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Deborah Lanham, Michael Lundmark, Nicole Sterghos

Michael Lundmark/Jekyll Brewing

The first brewery in the Deep South was founded on Jekyll Island in 1738. Today, Jekyll Brewing is proud to be the first brewery located in Alpharetta, GA. Award-winning Brew Master and Co-owner Josh Rachel provides creative direction for a lineup of craft beers that cover the global spectrum of brew styles.

Jekyll Brewing is intensely focused on hand-crafting sophisticated beers from the finest ingredients. They are passionate about the art of creating a great beer, the camaraderie of the craft brewing industry, and the joy of sharing it with all of you.

NORTH ATLANTA’S BIZLINK: Steve Schilling with Digital Ignition

August 18, 2017 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

NORTH ATLANTA'S BIZLINK: Steve Schilling with Digital Ignition

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Steve Schilling/Digital Ignition

Digital Ignition is a tech incubator designed to foster the growth of North Georgia’s tech community. Located in Alpharetta, GA, Digital Ignition is committed to launching the next big North Georgia success story by supporting and inspiring today’s entrepreneurs with 45,000 square feet of unique, flexible co-working space in which to innovate, create and collaborate, along with access to experienced mentors and investors.

NORTH ATLANTA’S BIZLINK: Nicole Sterghos with the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce

June 16, 2017 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

NORTH ATLANTA'S BIZLINK: Nicole Sterghos with the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce

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Deborah Lanham, Mike Sammond, Nicole Sterghos

Nicole Sterghos/Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce

The mission of the North Fulton Chamber is to be the catalyst for economic development, business growth, and quality of life in North Fulton. The GNFCC promotes the interests of their members by assuming a leadership role in making North Fulton an excellent place to work, live, play and stay. They provide one voice for all local businesses to influence decision makers, recommend legislation, and protect the valuable resources that make North Fulton a popular place to live. From economic development to quality of life, the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce (GNFCC) is active in promoting positive growth and sense of community pride.

NORTH ATLANTA’S BIZLINK: Kevin Bray with Deputy

March 21, 2017 by John Ray

North Fulton Studio

NORTH ATLANTA'S BIZLINK: Kevin Bray with Deputy

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This special episode of “North Atlanta’s BizLink” was broadcast live on location from the Greater North Fulton’s 9th Annual Business Expo in Alpharetta, GA.

Kevin Bray/Deputy

Deputy is a social business and productivity platform that enables any organization to get the most out of their most important asset – the people that work for them every day. Their platform is 100% built on the Amazon Web Services cloud stack, and offers a low-cost approach to managing work schedules, employee tasks, communications, and time sheets.

Deputy empowers employees and employers to seamlessly connect, drive productivity and have a better working life. Deputy connects you to your work world. It establishes who you are, where you need to be, what you need to do and what you need to know. Irrespective of whether you are an employee or employer in today’s world you expect the same level of engagement and immediacy that you have experienced in your social world.