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Curtis Drayton with Best Version Media

July 20, 2023 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Curtis Drayton with Best Version Media

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Harper Lebel, Curtis Drayton, and Steven Julian

Curtis Drayton/Best Version Media

Best Version Media is one of the fastest growing publication companies in the US, with over 900 publications. Their micro-targeted neighborhood publications, such as Duluth Living, connect and serve communities on a personal, locally relevant level. Best Version Media publications have been connecting local communities since 2007. They are now one of the fastest-growing companies in the print media industry. Their community publications share positive, family-friendly stories with millions of readers every year. In fact, BVM distributed more than 41 million magazines in 2022 – a number that’s expected to continue rising for years to come. Their community publications combine the best elements of social media and print by sharing news and stories that matter to their readers. They introduce local businesses to neighbors by featuring families and community leaders in their monthly magazines. Best Version Media is committed to helping their sponsors grow while sharing positivity and inspiration with their readers each month.

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Investment Strategy with Alan McKnight, Chief Investment Officer with Regions Bank

July 18, 2023 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

Investment Strategy with Alan McKnight, Chief Investment Officer with Regions Bank

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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 investment strategy with Alan McKnight, Chief Investment Officer with Regions Bank.

Alan McKnight/Regions Bank

Alan McKnight joined Regions Asset Management as Chief Investment Officer in March of 2015. He oversees the Asset Management group’s portfolio design, implementation, and asset allocation processes. In addition, he oversees third party manager research and proprietary investment strategy for the firm. He serves as Chair of the Asset Management Working Group, Investment Working Group, and sits on the Wealth Management Business Risk Committee.

Alan began his career as a sell-side analyst with Wachovia Securities covering the specialty retailing sector and later served as large-cap growth portfolio manager at Morgan Stanley. Throughout his career, Alan has taken on increasing responsibilities, including being named Chief Investment Officer of SunTrust Institutional Investment Advisors, LLC. He also served as a partner and Director of Global Investment Strategy at Balentine, LLC, managing asset allocation strategies and supervising the firm’s manager due diligence and selection efforts.

Alan is a graduate of Washington and Lee University with a bachelor’s degree in Economics and earned his MBA from the University of Texas at Austin. He holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) designation and is a member of the CFA Institute.

You can watch the video of this episode by CLICKING HERE.

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.

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.

Candy Hilliard, Owner of American Family Protectors

July 14, 2023 by Mike

Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Candy Hilliard, Owner of American Family Protectors

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Candy Hilliard and Amanda Pearch Marmolejo

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere.

Candy Hilliard/American Family Protectors

Since 1997, Candy Hilliard and American Family Protectors have been working hard to provide quality insurance services to Sugar Hill and the entire North Georgia area. Candy is both an agent and a broker for all the insurance types she offers, and she is proud to make her agency a one-stop stop for all types of policies, including Auto, Home, Health, and Life. She is a native Georgian that attended Georgia State University and resides in Gwinnett county. She is a 26-year veteran in the individual and group health/life insurance market with 14 years’ experience in home/auto insurance. Candy has served on the board of Sugar Hill Business Alliance, Suwanee Business Alliance and is an active member and ambassador for the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce.

Celebrating Powerhouse Women is presented by

Aging Gracefully: 65 Years of Awesomeness

July 13, 2023 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

Aging Gracefully: 65 Years of Awesomeness

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On this week’s episode, Stephanie talks about overcoming some of the health issues she’s experienced during her awesome 65 years of life.

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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Ron and Nick Loftin with Soothing Streams Pet Cremation by Water

July 13, 2023 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Ron and Nick Loftin with Soothing Streams Pet Cremation by Water

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Ron Loftin and Nick Loftin/Soothing Stream Pet Cremation by Water

Soothing Streams Pet Services offers an eco-friendly alternative to cremation in Lawrenceville, GA. They offer Aquamation services, also known as alkaline hydrolysis services. Aquamation is the cremation of your pet using water. Not only is this better for the environment, but it’s a humane option that gives your pet’s body the respect and ceremony it deserves. The Loftin family was first introduced to Aquamation after the passing of their beloved Wheaten Terrier, Wrigley. Like most people, the Loftins had no idea that there is an alternative to traditional fire cremation. So, in honor of Wrigley, the Loftins founded Soothing Streams. Now, their concierge Aquamation and transportation service provides respectful after-life care to pets all over Lawrenceville, GA.

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Melanie Conner, CEO for Rainbow Village

July 7, 2023 by Mike

Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Melanie Conner, CEO for Rainbow Village

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Amanda Pearch Marmolejo and Melanie Conner

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere.

Melanie Conner/Rainbow Village

Melanie Conner has always had a passion for doing work that empowers women. As CEO of Rainbow Village, she wants to ensure that families experiencing homelessness have the confidence to take the first step on their journey to self-sufficiency. But that’s not all she wants. Melanie wants all families to have access to affordable childcare, health care, and economic independence to break free from poverty and pursue their dreams. Her focus is on helping the families and the organization evolve and be purpose-driven. Drawing on her extensive experience obtained through her work with corporations, government, and nonprofits, Melanie brings a broad perspective to the table and works to impact lives by providing a safe place to live, a caring, supportive, and qualified staff, and the resources and training that they need to improve their quality of life. Melanie values spending time with her family and is keenly aware it is a privilege she should never take for granted. She has been married to the love of her life for 30 years. She is the mother to two sons and her dog, Jack Jack.

Celebrating Powerhouse Women is presented by

Aging Gracefully: Celebrate the Season of your Life and the Step you are On!

July 6, 2023 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

Aging Gracefully: Celebrate the Season of your Life and the Step you are On!

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On this week’s episode, Stephanie discusses aging and the importance of celebrating the steps you are currently on as you progress through life.

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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Coley Herrin with PDI and Jae Knight with Bubba’s 33

July 6, 2023 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Coley Herrin with PDI and Jae Knight with Bubba's 33

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Coley Herrin/PDI

Coley Herrin is the President and CEO of Plumbing Distributors, Inc., more commonly known as PDI. The family owned business, founded in Lawrenceville, GA in 1973, was born out of a passion for identifying and fulfilling the needs of customers while exemplifying first-class service. Now in it’s 50th year of serving customers, PDI is recognized as a vibrant kitchen, bath, and lighting retailer and an industry leader in wholesale distribution. Today, the independently owned company operates 26 locations across Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee, including the first two Kohler Signature Showrooms in the Southeast region. PDI comprises more than 400 employees and continues to flourish through a combination of successful partnerships, acquisitions, and a commitment to its core values of: accountability, commitment, flexibility, integrity, loyalty, and teamwork.

Jae Knight/Bubba’s 33

Jae Knight is the Local Store Marketer for Bubba’s 33 restaurant in Buford. Bubba’s 33 makes everything in-house from scratch, right down to the sauces on their wings and dressings on their salads. Their patties are cooked medium well and served hot and juicy on a toasted bun. When all the other guys are feeding you frozen meals prepped in a warehouse miles away, Bubba’s 33 is whipping up something fresh and delicious the whole family will enjoy.

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Aaron Lupuloff with GCPS Foundation

July 5, 2023 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Aaron Lupuloff with GCPS Foundation

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The 12th Annual Gwinnett Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony is scheduled for July 21, 2023 at the Gas South District Convention Center.

Aaron Lupuloff/GCPS Foundation

Aaron C. Lupuloff is the Senior Executive Director of the Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) Foundation. The Gwinnett County Public Schools Foundation Fund, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to providing financial resources to enrich and enhance education in Gwinnett County Public Schools. Established in 2006, the Foundation is committed to sustaining the world-class standards of Gwinnett County Public Schools. A Board of Trustees that is representative of the Gwinnett community governs the Foundation, fostering the belief that community involvement in public education is essential to promoting an educated, healthy, responsible citizenry and desirable quality of life in Gwinnett County.