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FOCO Talks: Michelle Prater, Brian Tam & Mary Helen McGruder join host James McCoy

August 18, 2023 by Amanda Pearch

FoCo Talks

FOCO Talks: Michelle Prater, Brian Tam & Mary Helen McGruder join host James McCoy

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Brian Tam, Michelle Prater, Mary Helen McGruder & James McCoy

Michelle Prater, President & CEO | North Georgia Community Foundation

Michelle attended the University of North Georgia and earned a bachelor’s degree in both marketing and management. She continued her education at Brenau University earning her MBA in Leadership Development. Michelle started her career in banking. As a vice president at Regions then BB&T, she led a highly successful team earning many sales and leadership awards. After a mission trip to Uganda in 2005, she decided to leave corporate America and move into the nonprofit sector so that she could make a greater impact on those in need and serve the North Georgia Community Foundation.

Brian Tam, Owner | Tam’s Backstage & Tam’s Tupelo Restaurant

Tam’s Backstage Restaurant is in its 18th year as one of Forsyth County’s most successful food & spirits gathering spots. Full of charm and character, Tam’s Backstage Restaurant is located in the historical Cumming Public School building in the heart of downtown Cumming, Georgia. The building was constructed in 1923 to serve as Forsyth County’s only school. Each week, teachers “commuted” to Cumming by horseback. They stayed across the street at the Brannon-Heard House (then a boarding house) and then travel back to their homes for the weekends.

Mary Helen McGruder, Chair | Forsyth County Community Foundation Advisory Board

Mary Helen works closely with a group of local leaders in Forsyth County, the Forsyth County Community Foundation (FCCF). Established in 2015 to better serve the specific needs of Forsyth County, the foundation allows donors to focus their charitable giving in their own community. The Forsyth County Community Foundation is an affiliate of NGCF but has a local advisory board of community leaders representing a cross-section of public interests in Forsyth County.

James McCoy, President and CEO | Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce

Over the last 16 years he has led several successful campaigns to gain voter approval for over $2 billion dollars for education, transportation, and public safety infrastructure improvements. During his tenure at the Chamber, the organization has worked with over 400 economic development clients and commercial real estate developments that have announced the creation of over 22,000 new jobs and over $2 billion dollars of new capital investment in Forsyth County.

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Paul Davis of Elite Roofing & Restorations and Angie Russell of Russell Landscape / Enviro Color

April 20, 2022 by Amanda Pearch

Forsyth Business Radio

Paul Davis of Elite Roofing & Restorations and Angie Russell of Russell Landscape / Enviro Color

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Paul Davis| Sales & Community Relations| Elite Roofing & Restorations

Elite Roofing & Restorations has a combined 25 years of experience in both the roofing and construction industries. They are fully licensed, bonded and insured, and carry the industry and manufacturers certifications needed to provide you with the best service possible. Their professional eye for damages will catch small issues before they become big problems, saving you a great deal of time and money. Their team can assist with storm related emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Angie Russell | Russell Landscape & Enviro Color

Russell Landscape is the largest privately held Georgia-based commercial landscaping firm. Started in 1987, this family-managed commercial landscape contract business family-managed commercial landscape contract business has grown to over 400 employees across eight branches throughout the Southeast. The firm is headquartered in Sugar Hill, GA.

Enviro Color green grass paint is the first choice for golf courses, homes, and large communities keeping them looking green and manicured. It works for pet spots, dry spots, dormant grass or diseased lawns. Enviro Color has been rated as the “best color match” to real grass on the market today. Visit their website to learn more!Listen to shows 24/7 on businessradiox.com/forsyth-studio and SUBSCRIBE wherever you get your #audio shows to “Forsyth Business Radio” to stay up to date with the latest episodes.

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Elizabeth Johnson of Jesse’s House & Bill Whitney of The Connection Forsyth

April 18, 2022 by Amanda Pearch

Forsyth Business Radio

Elizabeth Johnson of Jesse's House & Bill Whitney of The Connection Forsyth

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Bill Whitney| Business Development & Community Relations| The Connection Forsyth

The Connection Forsyth is a 501(c) 3 with a mission to connect people. Being connected to others, having a purpose and feeling values are critical for people in recovery. The Connection is a safe place for people to gather, meet and have fun. They offer multiple pathways to recovery including Peer to Peer (non-clinical) Recovery Support Services, Life Skills Training, Career Coaching, Family Support Groups and much more. Visit their website for their complete offerings and for ways to contribute.Elizabeth Johnson| Executive Director | Jesse’s House

Jesse’s House Inc., is a 501(c) 3, founded in 1998, they identified a need for an emergency shelter in Forsyth County for adolescent girls who were experiencing abuse and neglect. The Larry Morris family answered the call by donating a 2-bedroom home in honor of their father, Jesse Morris. With a house in place and generous contributions from the community, Jesse’s House began operation. In the past 23 years they have seen tremendous growth in response to the changing needs in our community. The now have a new shelter that has the capacity to serve 12 girls, and the average length of stay in this past year was 11.4 months. Having served over 1,000 girls from all over the state of Georgia in these past 23 years, and with the support of our community, their hope is to serve another 1,000.Visit their website to learn more and contribute.Listen to shows 24/7 on businessradiox.com/forsyth-studio and SUBSCRIBE wherever you get your #audio shows to “Forsyth Business Radio” to stay up to date with the latest episodes.

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Shelly Shcwerzler of Office Creations featured on Forsyth Business Radio

April 4, 2022 by Amanda Pearch

Forsyth Business Radio

Shelly Shcwerzler of Office Creations featured on Forsyth Business Radio

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Schelly Schwerzler/ Business Development Manager at Office Creations

Office Creations was established in 2001, and began with the vision of creating office environments with an innovative approach. Today, Office Creations focuses on providing clients with innovative workplaces, strategic design, and creative collaboration. The certified woman-owned business has been awarded the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s “Top 10 Dealer Award” on multiple and consecutive occasions. Their mission is to design, consult and furnish work environments that strengthen culture, maximizes efficiency, and drives profitability, one partner, at a time. They strive to ensure that clients are taken care of every step of the way from sales to installation to maintenance. Committed to excellence and providing quality service to our customers beyond the furniture install, under the leadership of Joy Mitchell, the team continues to make an impact in the community.

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“Office Creations SPOTLIGHT”

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Forsyth Business Radio featuring Cooper & Co. General Contractors

March 17, 2022 by Amanda Pearch

Forsyth Business Radio

Forsyth Business Radio featuring Cooper & Co. General Contractors

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Evan Cooper/ Jim Cooper/ Steve Cooper/ Ted Cooper

Forsyth Business Radio featuring Cooper & Co. General Contractors

Founder and CEO Ted Cooper, Principals Steve & Jim Cooper and Evan Cooper share 3 generations of General Contracting experience. Listen as they share about Community participations, company & family culture, BIGFOOT, General Contracting projects past, present and future and much more!

Cooper & Company was founded in 1967 as a full-service commercial general contracting firm committed to serving clients in Georgia and throughout the south. As we have expanded our services, we have also expanded our projects. Cooper & Company has now successfully completed over 600 projects in all divisions of construction. And – while a lot of things have changed since 1967 – our approach to construction has remained constant. Today, we are based in the metro Atlanta area and still serve clients around the southeast. This gives you have the security of knowing whether a contract is negotiated, construction manager at risk, or hard bid — our project team can provide you with the services you need.

Join host Amanda Pearch (CEO of Forsyth Business RadioX) alongside her Partner and co-host, Steve Cooper (CFO of Forsyth Business RadioX and Principal at Cooper & Co.) as they highlight the legacy of Cooper & Company.

Forsyth Business RadioX is excited to “Give a VOICE” to businesses in the Forsyth County area and beyond!

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Advances in Natural Chiropractic Care with Dr. Hailey Heard and Dr. Megan Arnold

January 3, 2013 by angishields

The Doctors Roundtable

Advances in Natural Chiropractic Care with Dr. Hailey Heard and Dr. Megan Arnold

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This week, panelists on The Doctors Roundtable discuss advances in natural chiropractic care and features Dr. Hailey Heard and Dr. Megan Arnold from Natural Family Healthcare, brought to you by HealthGate.

Chiropractic and nutrition are two of the best ways to get and stay healthy. Drs. Arnold and Heard focus on treating neurological and musculoskeletal conditions with chiropractic care. They also provide nutrition plans and supplements for conditions ranging from colds/flu to hormone imbalances. Drs. Arnold and Heard use natural therapies that enhance the body’s ability to heal itself.

About the doctors – Natural Family Healthcare serves the population of Forsyth and North Fulton counties through chiropractic, nutrition, and herbal therapy. Both Drs. Arnold and Heard completed their chiropractic programs at Life University in Marietta, GA. Dr. Arnold’s hobbies include writing and Dr. Heard plays music in her spare time.