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Ben Armstrong with NETHERWORLD Haunted House & Escape Rooms and Matt Moeck with Next Star Technologies & KonectaEV

September 7, 2023 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Ben Armstrong with NETHERWORLD Haunted House & Escape Rooms and Matt Moeck with Next Star Technologies & KonectaEV

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Ben Armstrong/NETHERWORLD Haunted House & Escape Rooms

Created in 1997 by Billy Messina and Ben Armstrong, veterans in the film and television industry, NETHERWORLD is Atlanta’s most popular self-guided, dark attraction. Recognized as one of the most highly acclaimed haunted houses in the world, NETHERWORLD is known for its over-the-top special effects, unique make-up, elaborate costuming, skilled stunt actors, and unusual themes. Since relocating to Stone Mountain in 2017, NETHERWORLD has expanded its offerings to include year-round escape games, known as Escape the NETHERWORLD.

Over the years, NETHERWORLD has garnered local and national attention from media including CNN, Gwinnett Business Radio, “The Today Show,” “The Early Show,” The Travel Channel, and Wall Street Journal, and has been voted the top haunt in the nation by publications such as Hauntworld Magazine, Dread Central, Fangoria, and USA Today. NETHERWORLD’s innovative horror experiences and attractions continue to draw in generations of thrill-seekers eager to see what new nightmares have been unleashed! For more information, visit www.fearworld.com or call 404-999-FEAR. Keep up with all things spooky by following NETHERWORLD Haunted House on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Matt Moeck/Next Star Technologies & KonectaEV

Next Star Technologies is a technology driven company with a business team that serves companies of all sizes, from small to medium businesses to enterprise businesses, plus the public sector. Next Star Technologies partners with Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile, along with a variety of technology companies, to provide a solutions-centric focus to ensure the wireless products and mobility services are in line with business needs to grow and expand.

Next Star Technologies works with KonectaUSA with In-building coverage solutions & IoT technologies to fix poor coverage, poor voice quality, dropped calls, and dead zones that plague occupants in all types of buildings. Next Star Technologies also works with KonectaEV, a preferred partner with ChargePoint to provide all your EV charging solutions. KonectaEV and Next Star offer inhouse financing and are nationwide.

ChargePoint is the market leader in EV charging, operating the largest and most open network in the world with best-in-class hardware and advanced cloud-based services. At Next Star, the goal is to serve their customers and the community by providing superior customer care through listening to your unique needs to help you find the wireless solutions for your business needs.

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Coach In Your Corner Partnership

August 31, 2023 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

Coach In Your Corner Partnership

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Rachel Sousa, Stephanie Wolfe, Sherry Davis

On this week’s episode, Stephanie and fellow certified health coaches Rachel Sousa and Sherry Davis discuss the power of their trademark “Coach In Your Corner Partnership” and what it can mean to you.

Stephanie Wolfe is a business owner and board-certified Health and Wellness Coach. Her life motto is “Live Long and Strong with Passion and Purpose. Help others to do the same!”

Join Stephanie each week for education, inspiration, and a weekly challenge to achieve personal and business wellness. Develop your own personal Wellness Vision. Discover Stephanie’s proprietary CLEAN Concepts and how they have been vastly improving personal and professional business wellness.

Episodes of “Work Well with Stephanie Wolfe” will be devoted to Stephanie’s Wellness Wheel and will include topics of Fitness, Nutrition, Work-Life Balance, Faith, Core Values, Marriage, Family, Friendships, Career, Goal Setting, Wellness Vision Casting, Endorphin Boosting and Stress Busting, and so much more. You may think you know what you need to know, but what if you don’t?

Subscribe now to “Work Well with Stephanie Wolfe” to start your wellness journey with your board-certified health and wellness coach.

About Stephanie Wolfe

Stephanie Wolfe received her Health Coach Certification in 2014 and went on to receive her Master Certification in 2016, both from the Dr. Sears Wellness Institute, founded by world-renowned physician and author, Dr. William Sears. The Institute is a leader in science-based health and wellness education that focuses on a whole health experience including a strong nutritional foundation.

Stephanie continued her education and training to become a National Board Certified Health and Wellness coach in 2017. This training allows Stephanie to work with clients individually through a step-by-step process using advanced coaching methods, offering them full access to resources and tools to support them throughout the entire coaching process. Board Certification is the foundation of her success using coaching methods such as motivational interviewing and appreciative inquiry to assess the stages of change and provide each client with individual attention as they gain momentum towards their health and wellness goals.

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2023 Gwinnett Chamber Moxie Award Winners

August 27, 2023 by Mike

The Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce announced seven winners and recognized more than one hundred finalists at the 2023 Moxie Awards, presented by Northeast Georgia Health System. Established to honor women professionals, the Moxie Awards program welcomed more than 500 hundred attendees to the Gas South District for this year’s celebration.

“The Moxie Awards recognize women who are going above and beyond to make an impact in their places of work and in their communities,” said Dean Collins, Gwinnett Chamber Board Chair and Founder & President of Axis Companies. “Gwinnett is fortunate to have such dynamic and driven women leaders investing in its future and we would like to congratulate all of this year’s finalists and winners.”

Now in its sixth year, the Moxie Awards program hosts business leaders from across the metro Atlanta region. Seven winners were selected from 134 finalists, all within key categories that focused on everything from employers who champion women in business to individuals who have exceled as leaders, innovators, up- and-comers, and community engagers.

This year’s winners included:

Enlightened Employer Award
Robin Mauck, Executive Director
Obria Medical Clinics
Greater Good Award
Muriam Nafees, Volunteer Gwinnett & Collaboration Manager
Gwinnett County Government
Influence Award
Lisamarie Bristol, Solicitor General
Gwinnett County Government
On the Rise Award
Logan Serrano, Marketing & Communications Director
Leadership Gwinnett
Outstanding Organization Award
Valencia Giles, Director & Owner
Lawrenceville-Suwanee School of Music
Pay It Forward Award
Dr. Audrey Arona, CEO and District Health Director
GNR Health Department
Moxie Award
Kim Hartsock, Managing Partner – Atlanta Office
Warren Averett
Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce (Presenting Organization of Moxie Awards)
Nick Masino, President & CEO
Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce

The event included an insightful keynote address from Cheryl Mills Knight, SVP of Branding and Culture for Kendra Scott. Knight shared how her company built its billion-dollar brand through a focus on values and company culture.

The Moxie Awards is produced by the Gwinnett Chamber with the support of several community partners including Northeast Georgia Health System, Northside Hospital, Georgia Power, Piedmont Eastside, Walton Gas, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Gas South, Jackson EMC, Mighty 8th Media, Primerica, Renasant Bank, Andersen Tate & Carr, Kendra Scott, ATL Search Group, E2E Benefits Services, Greater Women’s Business Council, Level Seven Commercial Cleaning, Rock Paper Scissors Branding & Marketing, Celebrating Power House Women Podcast Series on Business RadioX, The Water Tower, Helping Mamas, Mitsubishi Electric Classic, Obria Medical Clinics Gwinnett, and Rainbow Village.

“We would like to sincerely thank all sponsors of this year’s MOXIE Awards,” shared Nick Masino, President & CEO of the Gwinnett Chamber and Partnership Gwinnett. “Their support enables us to curate relevant programming that meets the growing needs of businesses in our community, and we appreciate their partnership.”

For more information on the Moxie Awards or upcoming events at the Gwinnett Chamber, please visit GwinnettChamber.org/Events.

2023 Moxie Award Winners: Dr. Audrey Arona, Lisamarie Bristol, Robin Mauck (Obria Medical Clinics), Kim Hartsock, Valencia Giles (Lawrenceville-Suwanee School of Music), Muriam Nafees, Logan Serrano

Why Fear Keeps You From Your Work/Life Balance

August 25, 2023 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

Why Fear Keeps You From Your Work/Life Balance

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Synthia Simonsen, Leta Brooks-Hays, and Derek Hays

Synthia Simonsen/Certified Life Coach

Synthia Simonsen is a weight loss and life coach for busy moms. She is certified through The Life Coach School. Synthia is passionate about world travel, date nights with her husband, and spending time with her five kids.

“WHAT’S THE STATUS OF YOUR LIFE?”

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“Never settle for the status quo. Life doesn’t have to be boring or mundane. Let’s work together to design your best life!” – Leta Brooks-Hays

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Me? A Mentor??

August 24, 2023 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

Me? A Mentor??

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Rochelle Christie-Spann and Stephanie Wolfe

On this week’s episode, Stephanie discusses leadership and mentorship with her mentee of the past year, Rochelle Christie-Spann.

Stephanie Wolfe is a business owner and board-certified Health and Wellness Coach. Her life motto is “Live Long and Strong with Passion and Purpose. Help others to do the same!”

Subscribe now to “Work Well with Stephanie Wolfe” to start your wellness journey with your board-certified health and wellness coach.

About Stephanie Wolfe

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Shelli-Ann McKenzie with Help For Healthcare Professionals and Areigna Preston with Profound Wellness

August 24, 2023 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Shelli-Ann McKenzie with Help For Healthcare Professionals and Areigna Preston with Profound Wellness

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Shelli-Ann McKenzie/Help For Healthcare Professionals

Help For Healthcare Professionals is a nurse-owned, registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization leading a community dedicated to supporting frontline heroes across Georgia. Their mission is to mobilize people and resources, reciprocate care for healthcare professionals, and strengthen the frontline.

HHCP wants to shape a society where support is provided to healthcare professionals through awareness, education, and crisis relief, ensuring the preservation of workforce wellness. They aim to reach healthcare professional communities across metro Atlanta to mitigate healthcare worker burnout, strengthen public investments in the workforce and public health, increase access to mental health care for health workers, and address healthcare professionals overall wellbeing by valuing and protecting this special community.

Areigna Preston/Profound Wellness

Profound Wellness is a manual therapy clinic focused on medical massage, and osteopathic manual therapy to assist with your health and wellbeing.

Areigna Preston is a licensed, National Board Certified Therapist of Massage and Bodywork. She received her associated degree in business from New River Community and Technical College, then went on to obtain her massage therapy degree from Dabney S. Lancaster Community College. On this path to provide the therapies her clients need, Areigna has continually expanded her skill set with new certifications and degrees including training and certifications in Deep Tissue, Geriatric, Headache/Neck Relief, Hot Stones, Lymphatic Drainage, Medical, Pain Management, Prenatal, Reflexology, and Sports Therapy.

As the Founder of Profound Wellness, she has always strived for quality treatments specific to each individual patient needs. Along with her other certifications, her Osteopathic Manual Therapy degree, will affirm her ability to treat her clients with as much care and professional treatments as possible, fulfilling her passion to assisting people in living pain free, and in balance among mind, body, and soul.

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GACC South Unplugged – Tobias Brugger with ZF Transmissions Gray Court

August 19, 2023 by Mike

GACC South

GACC South Unplugged - Tobias Brugger with ZF Transmissions Gray Court

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About GACC South

Founded in 1978, the German-American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern United States (GACC South) promotes bilateral trade and investment between Germany and the United States. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and with a branch office in Houston, Texas, it serves eleven Southern states, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the Bahamas. As one of the largest bi-national chambers in the U.S., GACC South is part of a global network of 150 German Chambers of Commerce across 93 countries. This international reach provides businesses with market insights, strategic connections, and growth opportunities. GACC South is more than a chamber – it’s a catalyst for transatlantic success.

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Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Nick Masino

August 18, 2023 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Nick Masino

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“Regions Business Radio” covers financial topics such as banking and lending, mortgages, wealth management and more. The program also allows listeners to get to know some of the top executives from Regions Bank.

Hosted by J.D. Mealor, Senior Vice President and North Georgia Market Executive, all episodes of “Regions Business Radio” are available for download on Apple iTunes, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or wherever you enjoy your favorite podcasts.

On this episode, J.D. discusses business in Gwinnett County with Nick Masino, the President & CEO of the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce.

Nick Masino/Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce

The Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce is the leading advocate and innovative resource for businesses to connect and thrive.

Established in 1947 as a rural chamber of commerce serving farmers and banks, the Gwinnett Chamber grew and changed alongside Gwinnett County. Today, they serve more than 2,200 members throughout metro Atlanta by delivering programs that strengthen and connect businesses locally, regionally, and globally.

At the Gwinnett Chamber, there is strength in numbers. Since they represent more than 2,200 companies, they can offer significant member discounts and present a unified voice in matters of public policy that affect the business community. In addition, the Chamber provides opportunities for like-minded business people to connect with one another and expand their business network and increase the exposure of their business. They also offer opportunities to learn about issues and best practices related to running a successful business. Their economic development team, Partnership Gwinnett, is a public-private initiative dedicated to bringing new jobs and capital investment to Gwinnett County. Since 2007, Partnership Gwinnett has worked with its local partners to attract and retain jobs, cultivate capital investment, support educational institutions, foster workforce development, and contribute to the exceptional quality of life found in Gwinnett and the Atlanta region.

About Regions:

Regions Financial Corporation (NYSE:RF), with $145 billion in assets, is a member of the S&P 500 Index and is one of the nation’s largest full-service providers of consumer and commercial banking, wealth management, and mortgage products and services. Regions serves customers across the South, Midwest, and Texas, and through its subsidiary, Regions Bank, operates approximately 1,400 banking offices and 2,000 ATMs. Regions Bank is an Equal Housing Lender and Member FDIC. Additional information about Regions and its full line of products and services can be found at www.regions.com.

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This information is general in nature and is provided for educational purposes only. Regions makes no representation as to the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of any information presented and Regions does not accept liability for any direct or indirect loss stemming from the application of any material. Information provided and statements made by employees of Regions should not be relied on or interpreted as accounting, financial planning, investment, legal or tax advice. Regions encourages you to consult an appropriate professional concerning your specific situation and irs.gov for current tax rules.

Mothers, Mentors and Monsters

August 17, 2023 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

Mothers, Mentors and Monsters

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On this week’s episode, Stephanie discusses mentorship with her own former mentor, Dan Reiland.

Stephanie Wolfe is a business owner and board-certified Health and Wellness Coach. Her life motto is “Live Long and Strong with Passion and Purpose. Help others to do the same!”

Subscribe now to “Work Well with Stephanie Wolfe” to start your wellness journey with your board-certified health and wellness coach.

About Stephanie Wolfe

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