Chasing Excellence : Community Connections

September 28, 2023 by Amanda Pearch

Chasing Excellence

Chasing Excellence : Community Connections

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Melanie Conner, Andrea Barclay, Host Cathy Hogan & Bobbie Menneg

“Chasing Excellence” is the informative, educational & entertaining series featuring people with unique professions, outside of the norm”. Join us as we bring attention to POSITIVITY! Throughout this series, we will share inspiring stories of entrepreneurs and their journeys.

This special “Community Connection” episode features local Non-Profit Organizations in our community.

Because One Matters

In a world filled with economic instability, global uncertainty and lack of community, children need us more than ever. Because One Matters is here to offer more than just compassion. We are here to offer hope and real support and encouraging both children and families. We are passionate about positively serving foster children and young people in economically disadvantaged communities, because we know that they are our future leaders. To learn more or get involved, visit becauseonematters.org

Rainbow Village

The paths that lead to experiencing homelessness vary greatly, but the commonality is that residents arrive in survival mode. Their programming guideline for residents focuses on Family Stability, Well-being, Financial Management, Education & Training, and Employment & Career. Homelessness is a traumatic event, and healing requires both guidance and time. Our programs are each tailored to meet the needs of our residents throughout their journey. Learn more about each program at rainbowvillage.org

Beyond the Ribbon

Their mission is to advocate for support and resources beyond the diagnosis of Cancer, to educate, inspire hope, cultivate awareness and empower individuals throughout their journey and beyond. Impacting cancer survival and inspiring others is their goal. Connect with the Beyond the Ribbon and help raise cancer awareness. To learn more visit beyondtheribbon.org

Host Cathy Hogan

Cathy is an expert in design and marketing. She has won numerous awards as a gift designer, writer, instructor and trainer in the gift industry. Her award-winning design team specializes in unique creations. Her experience allows her to highlight a multitude of interesting professionals and share their stories of success with YOU!

Do you have a story that is worth sharing? Email us at chasingexcellencepodcast@gmail.com– we would love to hear from you.

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Andrea Barclay, Founder and CEO of Because One Matters

April 29, 2022 by Mike

Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Andrea Barclay, Founder and CEO of Because One Matters

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Andrea Barclay/Because One Matters

Andrea Barclay founded Because One Matters in 2013 in response to her passionate desire to serve children and young adults, which was born from the loss of her own child in 1990 to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Today, she enriches and nurtures countless young lives and those of their caregivers, relying first and foremost on her faith and obedience to follow and flourish where God has led her.

Andrea holds both a Bachelor of Science Degree and a Master of Science Degree in Business Administration, a Master of Science Degree in Instructional Design, and a Master of Science in Project Management. In addition, she has served as a Project Manager and Compliance Manager in the business sector for over 25 years. Andrea served as an ESOL Instructor at Gwinnett Technical College for three years and an Ethics Instructor for seven years at various online colleges. As a result, Andrea brings a wealth of real-world experience, expertise, and relentless determination to her work as president and founder of Because One Matters.

Andrea was the Gwinnett Chamber’s Community Contributor Award winner in 2020 and was nominated in the Moxie Awards category in 2019. Andrea loves to travel and spend time with her family and friends in her free time. She also loves reading and gardening. She views gardening as therapeutic.

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SMALL BUSINESS AWARD WINNERS (3 of 3): Level Seven Facilities Services, Slow Pour Brewing Company and Because One Matters

December 12, 2020 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

SMALL BUSINESS AWARD WINNERS (3 of 3): Level Seven Facilities Services, Slow Pour Brewing Company and Because One Matters

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Steven Tomlinson, Andrea Barclay and John Reynolds

Steven Tomlinson/Level Seven Facilities Services (Small Business Award: 25+ Employees)

Level Seven Facilities Services is a commercial and industrial cleaning company founded on the belief that integrity, a rewarding workplace culture, and consistent, exceptional service are the keys to long-term success.

John Reynolds/Slow Pour Brewing Company (Small Business Award: 6-24 Employees)

Slow Pour Brewing Company, which opened its doors in September of 2017, began as a conversation and a what-if between Marty and his brother-in-law John, and they haven’t looked back since. A gift exchange that resulted in a home-brew kit was the beginning of this adventure. While dreaming about leaving the corporate world behind, John began perfecting his recipes, and Marty began scouting for the perfect location, itching to start a brewery. The plans became real when they closed on an old garment factory just off the square in downtown Lawrenceville, Ga. John jumped in full-time learning all he could about commercial brewing, and Marty turned his attention to buildout and prep. They quickly began forming an invaluable team of partners, consultants and talented industry-savvy staff to help create, not only the first brewery in Gwinnett County, but one of the best around.

From the beautifully inviting tasting room and beer garden beckoning friends to sit and chat, to the family friendly atmosphere, Slow Pour Brewing is where people want to be. They come to enjoy delicious, innovative and original brews, laugh and play games, and make the most of every moment because that’s what counts. At Slow Pour, they believe the moment matters.

Andrea Barclay/Because One Matters (Community Contributor Recipient)

The nation’s more than 437,000 children in foster care bounce from place to place with no sense of stability or belonging. People donate toys and other items during the holidays, but most of the children’s physical and emotional needs are unmet the rest of the year. That void needs to be filled so these children can feel loved and supported all year long.

The mission of Because One Matters (a 501(c)3 nonprofit) is to positively impact the lives of children in Georgia’s foster care system by creating lasting memories, sharing love, and empowering them to flourish into adulthood by providing comfort and easing the transition into foster care; celebrating children to show them they are not forgotten while in foster care; helping to provide young adult’s graceful transition into independent living; and providing ongoing support to those in college.