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STAR Business Award Recipients 2022, Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce

June 27, 2022 by Amanda Pearch

FoCo Talks

STAR Business Award Recipients 2022, Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce

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STAR BUSINESS AWARD Recipients 2022

FOCO TALKS, the official #Chambercast of the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce

Maria & Pepe Fundora of Casa Nova Italian Restaurant

Maria Fundora is the owner and general manager of Casa Nuova Italian Restaurant and
founder of nonprofit Purple Pansies. Casa Nuova in 1998 (now celebrating 24 years) she and husband Antonio (master chef and founder) owned five restaurants in Atlanta prior.
Jose “Pepe” Fundora is the owner of wine shop Cork and Glass and co-
owner of Casa Nuova Italian Restaurant. Pepe is a social Electrical Engineer
turned Sommelier. From a young age, Pepe worked and became fully immersed in the
hospitality industry. Pepe became a co-owner of the family restaurant in 2015. Collectively the Fundora Family and team reach the hearts and lives of hundreds of regular patrons with their welcoming environment.

Susan Grunwald is the Marketing Director of Halcyon Forsyth. This is a live/work/play development and is an exciting addition to Forsyth County. Halcyon is home to top restaurants, breweries, an upscale cinebistro and local shops and boutiques. The property is adjacent to the Forsyth Greenway providing opportunities for events that span both the Greenway and the Green Space on the property. Previous to her role with Halcyon, Susan owned her own marketing consulting practice.

Leigh Ann Cannady is the Founder and Artistic Director of the Forsyth Academy of Performing Arts. Leigh Ann opened Forsyth Academy of Performing Arts (FAPA), as a place where kids could come and build skills that are essential to the performing arts, but also where they felt like they belonged; a place where kids knew they were accepted just as they are regardless of their experience level or innate ability. In August of 2013, FAPA was born and they work every day to keep their original vision by fostering a creative, safe, professional environment for students to develop skills essential to the performing arts and beyond. Since the first days of having 35 students enrolled, to now impacting thousands of kids in the North Georgia area, FAPA proudly serves the Arts Community.

Host, Michelle Daniells is the enthusiastic VP of Business Development. She and her team bring the mission of The Chamber of to LIFE! They are the voice of business, providing community leadership, information and solutions to foster a strong economic environment and a superior quality of life in Forsyth County. Michelle and team take great pride in creating events centered around connectivity and growth. To learn more about membership and Chamber offerings, visit www.focochamber.org. Check out their YouTube channel.

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“FOCO Talks” is presented by the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce

Broadcasted LIVE from the Forsyth Business RadioX Studio in Cumming, Georgia

Produced by Amanda Pearch

Cameron Marmolejo, Owner of ImagiNation Construction, Dan Smith of Insperity & Rick Strawn, President of Paradigm Security

June 17, 2022 by Amanda Pearch

Forsyth Business Radio

Cameron Marmolejo, Owner of ImagiNation Construction, Dan Smith of Insperity & Rick Strawn, President of Paradigm Security

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Hosts Amanda Pearch and Dimtriy Teplinskiy joined in Studio by:

Cameron Marmolejo, Owner of ImagiNation Construction LLC, Dan Smith of Insperity &

Rick Strawn, President of Paradigm Security Services

Cameron Marmolejo and his team at ImagiNation Construction LLC aim to make your design ideas a reality! Imagination really is the first step. With nearly two decades of commercial and residential construction experience, the team will implement your precise vision or collaborate with you to create something new. ImagiNation uses cutting edge technology to draft, design, construct. Veteran owned and active within Forsyth County and surrounding areas, giving back to the community is one of their CORE values.

Dan Smith is a Business Advisor for Insperity HR Solutions. They specialize in providing businesses with a package of HR solutions that truly fits their specific needs. With access to better benefits, time-saving technology and the first-class service – Dan and the Insperity Team are completely dedicated support. With a full scope of resources to meet a wide range of needs, they are ready to assist companies with 5 to 5000 employees.

Rick Strawn is a retired veteran of the Atlanta Police Department. His experience with detective work involving both blue and white-collar crimes gives him a unique perspective. innovative consulting and executive protection services. He and his ALL STAR Team eliminate the guesswork involved in securing your operation and stay ahead of the threats. While each client has unique security needs, professionalism is the common thread that runs throughout every effort they undertake. The management team at Paradigm Security Services, Inc has more than 200 years of combined professional experience.

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Jan Rooney, State Farm Agent & Ty Keller, Licensed Mortgage Advisor for Angel Oak Home Loans

June 6, 2022 by Amanda Pearch

Forsyth Business Radio

Jan Rooney, State Farm Agent & Ty Keller, Licensed Mortgage Advisor for Angel Oak Home Loans

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Jan Rooney, State Farm Agent and Ty Keller Licensed, Mortgage Advisor at Angel Oak Home Loans

Jan Rooney has over 20 years of experience in the
insurance industry holding numerous positions from
underwriting to claims, to human resources, to State
Farm Agent where she enjoys serving her
community. She holds a bachelor’s degree from
University of South Florida, a master’s degree from
Warner University, a Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriters Designation from
the American Institute and holds her Series 6 and 63. Jan is a Rotarian, serves as Vice President
on Family Promise board and utilizes her Good Neighbors Help – Quotes for Good program to help many local non-profits opportunities Jan is business owner, wife, mother, community champion. Jan is a business owner, wife, mother & community champion.

Ty Keller is a Licensed Mortgage Advisor for Angel Oak Home Loans. Ty holds a bachelor’s in business from the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs and is an alum of the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. During the pandemic he moved to Georgia and joined Angel Oak. With a passion for service, Ty’s focus is on helping as many clients as he can with their mortgage needs & has the experience & creative lending solutions needed to help those who are underserved. He began his career in portfolio lending and retail banking in 2008 for a large privately held bank in Colorado and has built his career on helping clients finance real estate with both traditional lending programs and “outside of the box” portfolio loan solutions. Ty serves on the board of his church, resides in Cumming, Georgia with his wife & children.

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Paul Webb, founder of Webb Wealth Advisors ep: 2 featuring Shae Cooper

May 26, 2022 by Amanda Pearch

Forsyth Studio

Paul Webb, founder of Webb Wealth Advisors ep: 2 featuring Shae Cooper

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On this episode of “The Retirement Planning & Wealth Management Podcast”, Host Paul Webb sits down with guest Shae Cooper to discuss retirement, investments, college readiness and 401k’s and much more.

Shae Cooper Paul Webb

Host Paul Webb| President & Founder | Webb Wealth Advisors

Webb Wealth Advisors holds the most prestigious Chartered Financial Consultant® designation, awarded only to those with the highest standard of knowledge and trust in financial planning. Paul and his team are uniquely qualified to help you navigate the challenges of securing your financial future for your family or business. They create opportunities for your long-term growth potential, as well as lifetime income throughout your retirement.

The Webb Wealth Advisors team of retirement planners assess your current income and future income to build the budget that suits you and your family best then design a custom plan meeting your risk guidelines and investment objectives.

Webb Wealth Advisors offers Tax Free & Guaranteed Income Retirement Planning. Offering the Highest Guaranteed NO RISK Retirement Income in the industry. They work with individuals, CPAs & Estate Planning Attorneys and team members to help them optimize their clients most favorable retirement outcomes including succession planning offer 401ks, IRAs.

Visit webbwealthadvisors.com to learn about their full scope of services.

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Joe Corbe, President & CEO of 1631 Digital & Aaron Finley Vice President of 1631 Digital (ATL Operations)

May 25, 2022 by Amanda Pearch

Forsyth Business Radio

Joe Corbe, President & CEO of 1631 Digital & Aaron Finley Vice President of 1631 Digital (ATL Operations)

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Joe Corbe, President & CEO of 1631 Digital

Aaron Finley Vice President of 1631 Digital (ATL Operations)

Joe Corbe | President and CEO of 1631 Digital.

They are a Data Driven, Hyper Targeted advertising, marketing, public affairs company specializing in messaging to the most appropriate audiences online.
1631 Digital works with brand, message, local/national business, association, think tank, lobbyist, issue advocacy groups and political campaigns. Political Geofencing – Hyper target Official Washington DC, Statehouses, Grassroots, Specific Business/Building locations.

Aaron Finley | VP of #Atlanta Operations.

1631 Digital specializes in Data, Delivery & Geolocation. Areas of Emphasis include Affluence, Influence & Politics Focused Hyper-Targeted Digital Marketing. Specialties include State, County or Municipal Economic Development or other messaging.

Visit 1631digital.com for their full scope of services

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Daniel Hwang, Founder of Twenty Five Marketing, Amanda Groover of DCO Commercial Flooring & Dennis Santiago of Sotheby’s International Realty

May 25, 2022 by Amanda Pearch

Forsyth Business Radio

Daniel Hwang, Founder of Twenty Five Marketing, Amanda Groover of DCO Commercial Flooring & Dennis Santiago of Sotheby's International Realty

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Daniel Hwang, Founder of Twenty Five Marketing, Amanda Groover, Business Development Specialist at DCO Commercial Flooring and Dennis Santiago (Broker/ Realtor) Sotheby’s International Realty

Amanda Groover is the Business Development Specialist for DCO Commercial Flooring. DCO Commercial Floors is an established, dependable full-service floor covering and window treatment provider serving the continental U.S. With attention they give to customers. Amanda has worked with architects, engineers, community leaders, economic development agencies, builders, developers, real estate agents, and communities to increase exposure for their markets. Amanda currently serves as a volunteer on the board of director for Friends of Recovery in Hall County, PAC Team Leader for Leadership Hall County, general member of the University of North Georgia Alumni Association Board.

Daniel Hwang is the Founder and President of Twenty Five Marketing. They are a marketing business helping local businesses solve their marketing issues quickly and professionally. We take pride in what we do. We’re available for all your marketing needs, from Search Engine Optimization, Website Design, PPC, and Social Media Marketing.

Dennis Santiago is a REALTOR and newly minted Broker for Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. They are unique in the Atlanta marketplace as they are the only upper tier residential brokerage that has the wonderful combination of local ownership and management, the strong branding of Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates, Inc. Fostering an entrepreneurial environment where associates and employees can reach their true potential is key to ensure flawless client service.

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Heather Fleming, Business Developmemt Manager at MST, Leslie Price- Bennett, Co-Owner of Dream Dinners in Cumming GA & Tyler Henry of Movement Mortgage

May 17, 2022 by Amanda Pearch

Forsyth Business Radio

Heather Fleming, Business Developmemt Manager at MST, Leslie Price- Bennett, Co-Owner of Dream Dinners in Cumming GA & Tyler Henry of Movement Mortgage

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Heather Fleming, Business Development Manager at MST, Leslie Price-Bennett, Co-Owner of Dream Dinners (Cumming GA) and Tyler Henry of Movement Mortgage

Heather Fleming just celebrated her one-year anniversary at MST and is helping build their Business Development practice at the firm. With a great understanding of the financial world and how to connect with local business owners in the Atlanta market, she is an asset to her team and community. MSTiller LLC (“MST”) celebrates its 66^th anniversary this year. The Firm has 4 offices, 3 located in Georgia and 1 in New York. They have over 130 staff members serving clients in a variety of industries.

Leslie Price- Bennett is the Co-Owner of Dream Dinners in Cumming Ga. Dream Dinners is an innovative concept in meal preparation that eliminates the stress of dealing with dinner – We remove menu planning, shopping & prep-work from the equation, leaving more quality time for families. They change lives by bringing Homemade, Made Easy meals into the community. It is their mission to make gathering around the table, a cornerstone of life.

Tyler Henry is a Loan Officer at Movement Mortgage in Cumming. Movement was created to be different. Founded in 2008, amidst one of the biggest financial meltdowns in American history, Movement set forth on a mission to create a Movement of Change in the industry, in corporate cultures and in communities. Pioneering a unique model so that their profits create a long-term positive impact in communities both close to home and around the globe. They are committed to building relationships based on communication. It all comes back to the Movement Mission, to love and value people in everything they do. Tyler is also a Special Education Teacher for Forsyth County.

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“FOCO Talks” presented by the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce featuring President- James McCoy, 2022 Board Chair- Derek Brooks and VP of Business Development- Michelle Daniels

May 6, 2022 by Amanda Pearch

FoCo Talks

"FOCO Talks" presented by the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce featuring President- James McCoy, 2022 Board Chair- Derek Brooks and VP of Business Development- Michelle Daniels

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FOCO TALKS, the official #Chambercast of the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce

President- James McCoy, Board Chair- Derek Brooks, VP of Business Development- Michelle Daniells

James is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Forsyth County Chamber. 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. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Georgia Chamber of
Commerce, Council for Quality Growth, Atlanta Regional Business Coalition and the Executive
Committee of the Georgia Budget & Policy Institute (GBPI). James is a past Chair of the Board of
Directors for the North Georgia Community Foundation, Bald Ridge Boy’s Lodge, and served as
Founding Chair of Mentor Me North Georgia.

Derek is the 2022 Board Chair of the Forsyth County Chamber. Additionally, he is a Forsyth County native, who was in the third graduating class of South Forsyth High School. He owns and operates Brandywine Printing Inc , a family-owned business founded in the early 80s by his father. Brandywine Printing helps organizations succeed by providing printed materials that improve their image or make them more efficient.
Derek has finds a lot of joy in being involved with multiple charities and nonprofits in his community and believes that you get what you give, so give a lot!

Michelle is the enthusiastic VP of Business Development. She and her team bring the mission of The Chamber of to LIFE! They are the voice of business, providing community leadership, information and solutions to foster a strong economic environment and a superior quality of life in Forsyth County. Michelle and team take great pride in creating events centered around connectivity and growth. To learn more about membership and Chamber offerings, visit www.focochamber.org. Check out their YouTube channel.