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Breast Cancer Awareness – Top Docs Radio

October 1, 2014 by angishields

Top Docs Radio

Breast Cancer Awareness - Top Docs Radio

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Breast Cancer Awareness

This week I sat down with three women who each contribute great energy to promote breast cancer awareness in our community. We kicked off Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October) on this episode with Janet Beebe, CEO, of Breast Cancer Survivors Network, Kim Goff, Executive Director, of It’s The Journey/Atlanta 2 Day Walk for Breast Cancer, and breast cancer survivor/6x Atlanta 2 Day Walk for Breast Cancer participant, Yvonne Lloyd. Breast Cancer Survivors Network is a non-profit organization that supports breast cancer patients who have insufficient means to purchase breast prostheses after mastectomy as well as covering cost for mammography for women under 40 who are at higher risk for developing breast cancer. To date the organization has helped over 30,000 women in Georgia through their various services. The are currently being supported through an impressive charitable donation by McD0nough Toyota. The dealership is covering the cost of a month-long TV ad campaign on Atlanta’s 11 Alive TV with a “Drive Cancer Away” series of ads to help raise awareness of the organization and breast cancer in general.

The Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer is an annual fundraising endurance walk that takes place this year on October 11-12^th and takes participants through 30 miles of Atlanta over the course of 2 days. This year, 950 walkers have committed to fundraising and training for this event. Participants commit to raising $500-1000 each, depending on whether they intend to walk 1 or both days. Since 2002, the Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer has funded 214 grants totaling $10 million to support breast health programs throughout Georgia. These programs provide mammograms, clinical breast exams, genetic counseling and testing, biopsies, support services, education, and much more. Many of our grants have a specific focus on under-served individuals in our community- uninsured and under-insured women for whom these types of breast health measures are often not available.

Kim Goff, Executive Director, of It’s The Journey/Atlanta 2 Day Walk for Breast Cancer brought along 6 year survivor of breast cancer (and with this year’s event, 6x participant in Atlanta 2 Day Walk for Breast Cancer), Yvonne Lloyd. Yvonne was kind enough to share her story of diagnosis and treatment and talked about participating in the 2 Day Walk. She gave some practical advice for folks looking to participate in the event as well as how to remain strong in the face of dealing with breast cancer through faith and support from friends and loved ones.

Special Guests:

Janet Beebe, CEO of Breast Cancer Survivors Network

31 Yr, 2 time Breast Cancer Survivor…4 time cancer survivor
President, Founder and Director of The Breast Cancer Survivors’ Network, Inc.
Recipient of multiple awards including “Volunteer of the Year” from Am. Cancer Society and United Way and “Business Woman of the Year” by Nat’l. Assoc. of Business Women
Frequently spotlighted by numerous publications and media outlets including Atlanta Magazine, ATL Journal & Constitution, Fayette Woman’s Magazine and others

Kim Goff, Executive Director of It’s The Journey, Inc/Atlanta 2 Day Walk for Breast Cancer

Consultant, The Chason Group
Former Senior Vice President, Georgia Chamber of Commerce
MBA, Georgia State University
Georgia State University Robinson College of Business Alumni Award

Yvonne Lloyd, Breast Cancer Survivor

Lobular carcinoma Stage 2 lesion without lymph node involvement
Chose mastectomy/reconstruction
5 year course of aromatase inhibitor, Femara
This year makes 6x participant in Atlanta 2 Day Walk event

Georgia Association for Promotional Products Professionals and Pinnacle Promotions

September 30, 2014 by angishields

Midtown Business Radio

Georgia Association for Promotional Products Professionals and Pinnacle Promotions

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This week, Steve Woodburn, former president of Georgia Association for Promotional Products Professionals and current Relationship Manager for Pinnacle Promotions joined us on Midtown Business Radio. GAPPP is a not-for-profit regional association formed to promote the highest level of promotional product standards to their members and to provide a fun, positive environment for professional growth and development with education and support. GAPPP had a very informal beginning in the early 1960’s as the Advertising Specialty Association of Atlanta. Membership was only open to Distributors. In the mid 70’s, they opened membership to suppliers’ reps, who have become an important part of the organization. In 1979, GAPPP was named National Association of the Year and recognized by The Counselor.

In the late 1990’s, the Specialty Advertising Association International changed its name to the Promotional Products Association International. Under the leadership of Lisa Bibb, the SAAGA Board decided to change the name of the Georgia association in 1999. The purpose of the change to Georgia Association of Promotional Products Professionals was to place the association in alignment with the international association; to reflect the changed nature of the promotional products industry, and to emphasize the professionalism of our members. The annual signature event, GAPPP University (then called ESP), began in 1975. Suppliers and hundreds of salespeople join together each year for a full day of education whereby ten suppliers present 20 minutes sessions showcasing case studies of their products. The ten suppliers are chosen by the membership and change each year. The following day is large traditional tradeshow representing hundreds of suppliers – GAPPP Expo. In 2010, GAPPP members will be able to bring their end-users to highlight the year’s newest products and services.

If you are are an employee of a supplier or a distributor in the promotional products industry, GAPPP invites you to join the association and become a part of an organization with over 200 members committed to the promotional products industry and its growth.

Special Guest:

Steve Woodburn, Relationship Manager of Pinnacle Promotions

Former President, Georgia Association of Promotional Products Professionals (2000)
Previous Board Member, PPAI (2006-08
Master Advertising Specialist (MAS) designation for continuing education 2004
Former Radio show host/traffic anchor

Talking Skin Cancer – Top Docs Radio

September 24, 2014 by angishields

Top Docs Radio

Talking Skin Cancer - Top Docs Radio

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Skin Cancer

According to skincancer.org, more than 2 million persons per year are diagnosed with skin cancer. There are more cases than breast, lung, prostate, and colon cancers combined. Left undiscovered or untreated for too long, these cancers can spread to other parts of the body, leading to serious illness and death. 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. It’s a problem we can reduce in frequency with which it occurs. When skin cancer does occur it is ideally treated by a team of physicians from a variety of specialties to most effectively eliminate the cancer and reduce the risk for it returning. On this week’s show I sat down with 5 of Atlanta’s top physicians who make up the multi-specialty team who treat skin cancer at the Northside Cancer Institute. We discussed expert-recommended ways to limit the likelihood of developing skin cancer as well as how to get thoroughly checked for the presence of worrisome lesions that could potentially be or that could become cancers. In this way, patients who do develop cancerous skin lesions can catch them at an early stage, making it possible to successfully eliminate the cancer with less aggressive treatments. In addition to a dermatologist who frequently works with skin cancer patients we had a chance to learn what the treatment options are for the various stages of skin cancer. And we discussed what a patient can expect as they progress through the course of care from a surgical oncologist, medical oncologist, reconstructive plastic surgeon, and radiation oncologist.

Special Guests :

Dr. Alexander Gross, MD of Georgia Dermatology Center

Doctorate of Medicine, University of South Florida College of Medicine
Residency, Dermatology, Vanderbilt University
Fellow, American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery

Dr. Jenny Chang, MD of Artisan Plastic Surgery

MD, Universidad de Buenos Aires with Honors
w Residency, General Surgery, Providence Hospital and Medical Center
w Faculty, Department of Surgery, Providence Hospital and Medical Center
w Fellowship, Plastic Surgery, Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University
w Board Certified, Plastic Surgery and General Surgery

Dr. Sahar Rosenbaum, MD of Northside Hospital Radiation Oncology Care

Doctorate of Medicine, Medical College of Pennsylvania
Residency, Radiation Oncology, Cooper Hospital/UMC
Board Certified, Radiation Oncology
Also holds degrees in Speech Pathology/Audiology and Masters in Psychology

Dr. Scott Davidson, MD of Melanoma Specialists of Georgia

Doctorate of Medicine, University of Florida School of Medicine
Residency, General Surgery Orlando Regional Medical Center
Residency, Surgical Oncology, MD Anderson Cancer Center
Board Certified, American Board of Surgery
Fellowship, Surgical Oncology, MD Anderson Medical Center

Aaron Alizadeh, MD of Georgia Cancer Specialists

Doctorate of Medicine, Wayne State University
Residency, Oncology, Emory University
Fellowship, Hematology/Oncology, Emory University
Board Certified, Medical Oncology/Hematology, and Internal Medicine

Elavon Merchant Services

September 23, 2014 by angishields

Midtown Business Radio

Elavon Merchant Services

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Today I sat down with Megan Heinze of Elavon merchant services, one of the world’s largest provider of merchant payment processing services. The company was founded in Atlanta in 1991 as NOVA Information Systems, with a focus of providing services supporting small- to mid-sized companies. The company combined forces with USBank, who brought a compliment of large client companies from around the globe. Elavon continues to innovate payment processing services, providing a range of technologies, access to key business data, and customer loyalty options that help companies operate and grow more efficiently.

Megan talked about Elavon’s platform called, “Talech”, which gives the small- and mid-sized company owner the ability to use a variety of devices, including tablets and smart devices, to take orders, process payment, manage inventory, assess sales histories for their products/services, and more—all at their fingertips. This platform gives the small- to mid-sized business owner the ability to more efficiently “wear the many hats” that small company executives often have to wear to operate their business. Additionally, Elavon provides the business owner with the ability to offer “cardless” customer loyalty programs that are highly customizable. Customers are able to be recognized by either their credit card or phone number, eliminating the need for a punch card or cumbersome rewards card they have to carry to be able to accrue/redeem the rewards they qualify for.

For companies in the hospitality and food/beverage spaces Elavon has partnered with Micros, the maker of point-of-sale platforms to enhance the level of security from end to end. This collaboration will help reduce risk for both the merchant and their customers.

Special Guest:

Megan Heizne, Senior VP/General Manager, US Bank Payment Solutions & Partner Channels of Elavon

>20 years of high-level leadership rolls in banking/finance
MBA, Duke University
Board Member, Head of Audit Committee, Littleford Day, Inc

Georgia Podiatry Inc – Top Docs Radio

September 19, 2014 by angishields

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Georgia Podiatry, Inc.

Today, Schwegman and I sat down to learn about Georgia Podiatry, Inc. Dr. Evan Brody founded Georgia Podiatry after practicing several years in a large multi-site group. He has since added two more locations to provide more convenient access to the care of their foot and ankle specialists. Dr. Brody sees patients with the gamut of foot and ankle problems, including patients experiencing limb-threatening diabetic ulcers. While he is a surgeon he recommends surgery to correct a problem only after non-surgical corrective options have been explored to give the greatest outcome with the least disruption in the patient’s daily life. He brought with him Dr. Ashish Kapila, his colleague who works with him in their Austell office. Dr. Kapila joined the practice recently and provides care for patients with traumatic/sports injuries, diabetic and non-diabetic foot deformities such as charcot, and patients with limb-threatening wounds in addition to more general foot and ankle problems. As a practice they place much emphasis on patient experience with regard to how they interact with their patients as well as design of the office—no frosted glass wall will greet you when you walk up to the front desk at Georgia Podiatry.

Special Guests:

Dr. Evan Brody, DPM, of Georgia Podiatry, Inc

Doctorate of Podiatry, Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
Residency, VA Hospital
Recipient, Dean’s Leadership Award
Developed surgical techniques for 5th Ray and Transmetatarsal Amputation

Dr. Ashish Kapila, DPM of Georgia Podiatry, Inc.

Doctorate of Podiatry, Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
Residency, South Miami Hospital
Co-author, “Guide to Preventative Offloading for Diabetic Foot Ulcer”

Apex Animal Hospital in Austell, GA – Top Docs Radio

September 19, 2014 by angishields

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Apex Animal Hospital in Austell, GA - Top Docs Radio

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Apex Animal Hospital

I was pleased to be able to sit down recently with Dr. Kimberly Cary, DVM and her husband/Practice Manager, Jamie Cary to talk about Apex Animal Hospital in Austell. Our family recently found their practice having moved not far from their location. We were immediately struck by the warm, welcoming demeanor of all their staff as well as the amount of time Dr. Cary gives her clients each time you’re there. The office space is beautiful and clean and designed with much consideration for the animals they treat as well as providing special space for the difficult times when families must say, “Goodbye,” to their beloved pets at the end of their lives. We take our 3 dogs and 1 cat for their annual care and emergencies to Dr. Cary at Apex Animal Hospital and we whole-heartedly recommend folks for whom Austell makes driving sense to do the same. You will not be disappointed! On the show Dr. Cary discusses a variety of important topics that could help you insure your pet stays healthy and happy for many years.

Special Guest:

Dr. Kimberly Carey, DVM of Apex Animal Hospital

Doctorate Veterinary Medicine (with honors), Texas A&M University School of Veterinary Medicine
Values educating pet owners who are her clients to help them best care for their pets
President, Cobb County Veterinary Medical Association
Owner of 2 cats and a dog of her own

Vixen Vodka and JR Revelry Bourbon

September 16, 2014 by angishields

Midtown Business Radio

Vixen Vodka and JR Revelry Bourbon

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Vixen Vodka and JR Revelry Bourbon

Vixen Vodka was conceived by LeeAnn Maxwell and Carrie King after a girls’ trip to St. Simons Island in Georgia. It was an idea that came to fruition after a few slightly dirty martinis and several sun-soaked hours lying by the pool. An idea that took root and took hold of friends who wanted to make a difference in their lives; it was their why not moment. After all, women like to hang out, chill out and drink vodka just like the boys. But research and focus groups showed that no vodka brand currently on the market tapped into targeting women. In fact, it was a boys’ club waiting for a revolution. So they decided to raise their glasses to toast an idea that eventually became Vixen Vodka. This award winning company is poised for national expansion and is the perfect marriage of a sexy flirty brand and the smoothest gluten-free vodka you’ll ever taste. Schwegman and CW can attest to how great it tastes!

I had a chance introduction with Rick Tapia of La Bodega Interacional and founder of JR Revelry Bourbon during his appearance on our sister show “Let’s Talk Small Business“, sponsored by the Georgia Minority Supplier Developmental Council (GMSDC) just before we were going to be talking with LeeAnn of Vixen Vodka on Midtown Business. On “Let’s Talk Small Business” he was celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month while talking about his involvement with the GMSDC and the launch of his new product. Given the chance to sit down with two innovative entrepreneurs who were launching their own brand of spirits we were glad he was able to stick around and talk more about how JR Revelry came to be. La Bodega Internacional is a wholly minority-owned producer of specialty craft premium spirits. Rick spent 17 years in the alcohol beverage industry, gaining experience in the gamut of business roles from accounting to brand marketing and more. He knew he wanted to have his own line of spirits and ultimately decided to plant his flag and leverage his working knowledge of the business to develop his own small batch bourbon. He partnered with a well-respected distillery (SPEAKeasy Spirits) in Tennessee to produce JR Revelry, a combination of what he describes as “Some expected and some unexpected” flavor profiles in this excellent bourbon. JR Revelry will begin to hit the shelves later in 2014 and expanding in early 2015. Schwegman and CW are pleased to have been able to sample one of the bottles from his first 20 case batch!

Special Guests

LeeAnn Maxwell, CEO/Co-Founder of Vixen Vodka

28 years experience in finance sector
former Director, Client Services of AccousTech Music Productions
Crossfit fan
50% Firecracker
50% Do-It-Yourself Woman

Jesus Ricardo (Rick) Tapia, Founder of La Bodega International, LLC and Creator of J.R. Revelry

17 years of experience in alcohol beverage industry
Successful entrepreneur
Actively involved in the community, supporting Hispanic and Latin American Chambers of Commerce
BA, Boston University
Speaks Fluent Spanish

Talking Lung Cancer With Northside Cancer Institute Physicians – Top Docs Radio

September 11, 2014 by angishields

Top Docs Radio

Talking Lung Cancer With Northside Cancer Institute Physicians - Top Docs Radio

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Lung Cancer

Northside Cancer Institute Physicians Discuss Lung Cancer Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Additionally, the lung cancer patient population in Georgia experiences a higher-than-average mortality rate than the rest of the country. It’s a serious concern. Because we live in a heavily-rural region within the heart of the tobacco belt our community has many cigarette smokers. On top of that the Southeast region of the country, including much of Georgia, has very high levels of Radon gas present in the soil. When individuals are exposed to higher levels of Radon gas their risk of lung cancer is significantly increased, particularly when they are smokers or exposed to second-hand smoke.

On today’s show, made possible by a collaboration with Northside Cancer Institute, we talk with some of Atlanta’s premier physicians from Northside Cancer Institute who are tasked with diagnosing and treating lung cancer. The discuss measures to prevent or reduce risk for developing lung cancer, who should consider screening for the disease, how it’s diagnosed and staged, and treatment measures for lung cancer once it’s discovered.

Northside’s cancer program was selected to be one of fewer than 30 hospitals that comprise the National Community Cancer Center (NCCCP) in recognition of the program’s excellence in cancer care and leadership in the community. Over the last two years, Northside has taken great strides to utilize the opportunities that come with being a part of the NCCCP and has expanded its regional position as one of the largest and most respected providers of comprehensive cancer services. Another example of the level of cancer expertise Northside offers its patients is reflected in the recent partnership initiated between Northside Cancer Institute and Georgia Cancer Specialists and Atlanta Cancer Care. These two cancer groups comprise the largest collection of cancer specialists in the community and offers access to some of the regions most respected cancer physicians.

Special Guests:

Howard Silverboard, MD of Pulmonary and Critical Care of Atlanta

Doctorate of Medicine, University of Alabama, Birmingham
Residency, Emory Hospital, Emory University School of Medicine
Fellowship, Pulmonology & Critical Care, Emory University School of Medicine
Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, and Critical Care
Medical Director, Thoracic Oncology Dept., Northside Hospital

Lijo Simpson, MD of Atlanta Cancer Care

Doctorate of Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences
Residency, Internal Medicine, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
Fellowship, Hematology/Oncology, Mayo Clinic
Author of multiple published studies
Frequent presenter, American Society of Clinical Oncology

Nancy Wiggers, MD of Northside Hospital Radiation Oncology Care

MD, Medical College of Georgia
Residency, Medical College of Georgia
Board Certified, Radiation Oncology
Co-Author, “Portal Design in Radiation Therapy”

John Gouldman, MD of Atlanta Cardiac & Thoracic Surgical Associates

Doctorate of Medicine, Medical College of Georgia
Fellowship, Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Louisville
Board Certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery
Recipient, Dean’s Research Fellowship Award
Only surgeon in Georgia performing Nuss Pectus Repair in young adults

BlueLeap Customer Experience, Kiwanis Club of Atlanta, Dimensional Solutions Managed IT, Jellyfish

September 9, 2014 by angishields

Midtown Business Radio

BlueLeap Customer Experience, Kiwanis Club of Atlanta, Dimensional Solutions Managed IT, Jellyfish

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Raleigh Burgess talks about how BlueLeap helps companies improve Customer Experience.

BlueLeap and Customer Experience (CX), Kiwanis Club of Atlanta and community service, Dimensional Solutions and Managed IT Services

BlueLeap integrates cloud-based telephony (voice and text) into your business process, automating communication tasks thereby saving your agents time, reducing customer wait and building brand loyalty. They provide an Oracle Validated Integration that uses the entire Twilio Platform inside the Oracle Cloud Service and brings deep enterprise functionality to large clients. BlueLeap’s CX technologies are integrated into a few industry templates already. Their Customer Experience solutions ares currently being used in over 50+ countries, across 1000+ agents. One example of the exciting capabilities that BlueLeap gives their clients lies within their texting component. It gives the client user the ability to send texts to their customers abroad in English and it’s then translated and displayed to the recipient in their native language. This has proven to significantly increase customer engagement as shown by dramatic rise in text-backs from the recipients. Oracle RightNow users can seamlessly integrate BlueLeap’s Oracle Validated services into their existing platforms and take full advantage of the Oracle cloud’s potential.

The Kiwanis Club of Atlanta has been serving the Atlanta community since 1915. The club’s motto is “Learn, Serve, Connect.” Members “Learn” about our community, our state, our nation and our world through the excellent and diverse speakers at weekly luncheon meetings. Kiwanis Club of Atlanta “Serves” our community through members’ commitment to a variety of community charitable organizations. They “Connect” with each other through the myriad of social and business networking events held each month. The Kiwanis Club of Atlanta is more than a civic club, it is a place where friendships are formed and last a lifetime!

Dimensional Solutions Managed IT provides small- to mid-sized Atlanta businesses a full selection of IT expertise to manage parts or all of their IT needs. With their ala carte menu of services, companies can tailor the level of engagement with Dimensional Solutions’ team of experts. This enables companies to achieve the highest level of network reliability, security, and compliance while saving significant dollars spent on their IT needs. For companies who are involved with a content provider using the “Bring Your Own Device” model for providing their services, Dimensional Solutions is able to insure that these “foreign” devices integrate into the client company’s network without disruption or risk. And when the content project is complete their team will work to disconnect the devices completely and remove all proprietary information from the devices that will be leaving the business with the content consultants. Dimensional Solutions provides a free consultation to determine the needs of the client company and identify areas of risk and/or ways they can improve their IT while saving cost.

Jellyfish is a global digital marketing agency, with offices in the US, UK and South Africa. The company’s award-winning combination of technology and talent deliver paid search, display/RTB, SEO, social media, analytics, optimization, creative, video and development solutions. Jellyfish has worked across a wide range of industries, including property, pharmaceutical, financial and gaming. Their impressive list of clients include Walden University, Fidelity, Carfax, Pfizer, Zipcar, Caesars and ADP. Jellyfish has an international team, with industry recognized qualifications, combines a deep understanding of user interaction online combined with advanced technologies. The company’s team proud to create successful, performance-based campaigns. Jellyfish we understands how the convergence of marketing channels, platforms and devices can be used effectively to create an overall winning strategy, and therefore the perfect digital journey for their clients.

Special Guests:

Raleigh Burgess of BlueLeap

TAG Diversity in Leadership Award Finalist 2012
10 years experience consulting on ERP and other custom projects
Former CIO GE Capital
Advisory Board Member to Biotech Startup >10 years
3x successful entrepreneur in software sector

Laura McCarty of Kiwanis Club of Atlanta

Vice President, Georgia Humanities Council
Adjunct English Professor, Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Masters in Comparative Literature, University of Georgia

Mike Remy VP, Enterprise Solutions of Dimensional Solutions Managed IT Services

Over 20 years of experience in enterprise/IT solutions
Self-funded, launched and ran his first IT company for 12 years before selling the business
Accomplished pilot and photographer

Eric Jones VP, Client Strategy with Jellyfish