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LIVE from SOAHR 2022: Gemma Ames, Main Event

August 16, 2022 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

LIVE from SOAHR 2022: Gemma Ames, Main Event

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North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 495)

Gemma Ames, Sales Manager at Main Event and an exhibitor at SOAHR 2022, talked with host John Ray about what Main Event offers, their locations, how to book for fun corporate or personal events, their games, their menu, and more.

This show was originally broadcast live from SOAHR 2022, the annual conference of SHRM-Atlanta, held at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, Georgia on July 27th and 28th, 2022.

North Fulton Business Radio is broadcast from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.

Gemma Ames, Sales Manager, Main Event

Gemma Ames is Sales Manager for Main Event.

Every occasion is a celebration when you visit Main Event Atlanta, your headquarters for family fun and entertainment. Main Event in Atlanta, Georgia, is located off of I-75 and I-285, in the Akers Mill Square area. It’s part of the Atlanta metro area; near the cities of Marietta and Sandy Springs. It is located 15 minutes from downtown Atlanta and 15 minutes from I-285. Parking is free on-site. When you’re seeking fun things to do in Atlanta, we’ve got you covered. You can kick back and relax at the bar, bowl, play video games, or watch sports on a giant screen. They also have dedicated meeting room space, perfect for team building, mini-retreats, and planning sessions. Nobody does birthday parties, group events, or company parties like Main Event Atlanta.

Main Event Atlanta is more than just 24 lanes of state-of-the-art bowling, gravity ropes, and over 100 games. It’s also one of the best venues for birthday parties, group events, company holiday parties, and even team building. Book your upcoming event online and you’ll see: they take the stress out of party planning! Enjoy full-service catering with private party rooms, free Wifi, and big-screen TVs paired with the latest audiovisual technology. Looking for a children’s birthday venue that’s sure to impress? We handle everything, from the invitations to the clean-up.

Looking to throw a holiday office party your employees will genuinely enjoy? They can help there, too! Their party venues are simple to book and fun for all. Book your next party or corporate meeting at Main Event Atlanta to make it a memorable event!

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Questions and Topics in this Interview:

Main Event locations and offerings
Corporate Events
Variety of events
How to book an event
Main Event’s menu

North Fulton Business Radio is hosted by John Ray and broadcast and produced from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta. You can find the full archive of shows by following this link. The show is available on all the major podcast apps, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, Amazon, iHeart Radio, Stitcher, TuneIn, and others.

Renasant Bank has humble roots, starting in 1904 as a $100,000 bank in a Lee County, Mississippi, bakery. Since then, Renasant has grown to become one of the Southeast’s strongest financial institutions with over $13 billion in assets and more than 190 banking, lending, wealth management and financial services offices in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia and Florida. All of Renasant’s success stems from each of their banker’s commitment to investing in their communities as a way of better understanding the people they serve. At Renasant Bank, they understand you because they work and live alongside you every day.

Special thanks to A&S Culinary Concepts for their support of this edition of North Fulton Business Radio. A&S Culinary Concepts, based in Johns Creek, is an award-winning culinary studio, celebrated for corporate catering, corporate team building, Big Green Egg Boot Camps, and private group events. They also provide oven-ready, cooked-from-scratch meals to go they call “Let Us Cook for You.” To see their menus and events, go to their website or call 678-336-9196.

Jackson Speed, The Commons at Phase

December 22, 2020 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Jackson Speed, The Commons at Phase

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Jackson Speed, The Commons at Phase (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 316)

Jackson Speed, Community Manager of The Commons at Phase, joins host John Ray to discuss their Alpharetta-based coworking and event space, what distinguishes them from other area coworking locations, and much more. “North Fulton Business Radio” is produced virtually from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta.

Jackson Speed, Community Manager, The Commons at Phase

The Commons at Phase provides space for leaders to shape the future. They offer all the amenities you need as a professional to achieve your dreams. Work collaboratively in their shared coworking spaces or retreat to your private office, all while benefiting from their excellent service and collaborative environment. And with a month-to-month partnership approach, they can flex with you as your organization grows.

Jackson Speed is the Community Manager of The Commons at Phase, aka Phase Commons. It is her role to client face, be the catch-all for members, manage each of their personalized plans and their calendars in reference to booking meeting rooms, or studio space.

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Questions/Topics Discussed in this Show

What is coworking? The history of the concept.
Why is it such a big deal in Alpharetta?
Demographic of people who could benefit from coworking?
What does the membership structure look like at The Commons or coworking in general?
What makes The Commons at Phase different from others?
What do you anticipate for the future of coworking post-pandemic?
How do coworking and events relate and coexist?

North Fulton Business Radio” is hosted by John Ray and produced virtually from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® in Alpharetta. You can find the full archive of shows by following this link. The show can be found on all the major podcast apps by searching “North Fulton Business Radio.”

Neerja Bharti with GeniusMesh and Asif Lakhani with Atlanta Tech Park

January 15, 2019 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

Neerja Bharti with GeniusMesh and Asif Lakhani with Atlanta Tech Park

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John Ray, Neerja Bharti, and Asif Lakhani

Neeerja Bharti with GeniusMesh

Neerja Bharti is the Founder and CEO of GeniusMesh. GeniusMesh is a global network of experienced MBAs from top schools such as MIT, Kellogg, Columbia, Emory, Georgia Tech which helps MBAs connect, share, and explore opportunities with each other in a confidential setting. GeniusMesh restricts its focus to unpublished jobs at the executive level. The marketplace offers proprietary advanced algorithms and career advancement tool to help companies hire top talent faster.

Asif Lakhani with Atlanta Tech Park

Asif Lakhani is the Marketing Coordinator for Atlanta Tech Park. Atlanta Tech Park is a state-of-the-art startup accelerator located in Peachtree Corners, GA. Founded by Robin Bienfait, the facility features premium office and co-working spaces as well as an event space that can hold up to 600 people and an auditorium that seats 100 comfortably.

In addition to top notch workspaces, Atlanta Tech Park happily connects its members to a larger network of innovation and resources as part of our Emnovate (embrace + innovation) program.Those interested in joining the Atlanta Tech Park ecosystem can become Insiders for just $20/month.

To learn more about Atlanta Tech Park, book a tour on their website at www.atlantatechpark.com

LEADERSHIP LOWDOWN Jonathan Keyser with Keyser Co and Jenny Poon with Co-Hoots

September 4, 2018 by Karen

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Phoenix Business Radio

LEADERSHIP LOWDOWN Jonathan Keyser with Keyser Co and Jenny Poon with Co-Hoots

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LEADERSHIP LOWDOWN Jonathan Keyser with Keyser Co and Jenny Poon with Co-Hoots

Keyser is a model to businesses in all industries that consistent selfless service can result in extraordinary profits and success. Keyser is a commercial real estate and business advisory firm that manages domestic and international real estate portfolios. They have gone against the grain of their industry’s profit- driven, win at all costs tendencies. Keyser’s ‘serve-first’ mantra brings client service and advocacy to a whole new level. This cutting edge philosophy is working since Keyser is the fastest growing commercial real estate firm in the Southwest with the focus to become a billion dollar company.

Whether the need is to relocate, consolidate, downsize, expand, renegotiate a current lease, purchase a property, or construct a building, Keyser has the expertise and experience needed to manage the project. They are fully committed to helping their clients reduce their real estate expense, increase their flexibility and enhance their competitive position in the global marketplace.

Keyser’s refreshing selfless service business model has been disruptive to the commercial real estate industry and the business marketplace. Beyond their real estate needs, companies seek out Keyser’s services to redesign their businesses using the Keyser selfless service model.

Jonathan Keyser is the founder and thought leader behind Keyser. With more than 18 years of experience in the Commercial Real Estate Industry, Jonathan represents companies both domestically and internationally across a broad range of industries. Jonathan is particularly good at identifying creative strategies to align real estate with business requirements, designing and implementing unique solutions to complex real estate challenges, and solving Landlord / Tenant conflicts where negotiations have deteriorated in the face of rising hostilities.

Jonathan speaks throughout the nation to thousands of professionals annually at industry and charity events. His selfless service model resonates with corporations and individuals seeking a competitive edge to acquiring and maintaining clients. His book, DISRUPTIVE, explains this model and is sure to disrupt the marketplace.

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CO+HOOTS is the largest coworking community in Arizona and was recently ranked one of the top coworking spaces in the nation by Inc.com. CO+HOOTS’ unique model is highly successful because of its ability to attract passionate entreprenurs and surround them with impactful resources and each other in one highly productive collaborative space. The results are simple: consistently stronger and more successful businesses. As a social enterprise, CO+HOOTS is often sited as a catalyst for building vibrant innovation hubs in emerging cities. On average, CO+HOOTS’ supports the creation of more than 100 jobs a year across different industries through access to resources, shared space and educational events

CO+HOOTS launched their non-profit arm that focuses on inclusion by expanding entrepreneuership to underrepresented communities in 2014. The non-profit further supports entrepreneurs in building solutions that will change the world and create wealth with in their city.

Jenny Poon is an entrepreneur and founder of CO+HOOTS. Ranked #4 coworking space in the nation by Inc.com, CO+HOOTS currently houses 280+ scaling entrepreneurs and small businesses and has been an integral role in creating hundreds of jobs locally. She has led CO+HOOTS from its inception in 2010 to be the #1 most innovative coworking space in the world. Her background in business, design and marketing led her to build a place where she could connect with like-minded folks that believe business growth comes from collaboration between different industries. She speaks regularly on the gig economy, the importance of nurturing innovation in the workspace and works tirelessly to bring visibility to coworking as an economic development tool for building vibrant and equitable cities.

Her background as an award-winning designer and strategist led her to build a shared work space where she could connect with like-minded, talented folks who believe collaboration between industries is where innovation flourishes. Jenny serves as an advisor for several startups, Chair of the CO+HOOTS Foundation, and mentors young entrepreneurs weekly.

Jenny was named Phoenix Business Journal’s 2016 Phoenix Businessperson of the Year. The first minority and the first woman to receive the honor.

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The Leadership Lowdown was created to share the REAL story behind valley leaders’ rise to the top, and the truth about what it takes to TRULY succeed in life and business. Hear the raw stories of these leaders’ journeys…the pitfalls, the victories, and all of the heartaches and triumphs in between.

ABOUT YOUR HOST

Jodi Low is an accomplished corporate trainer, inspirational speaker, and the Founder and CEO of U & Improved. Jodi has trained thousands of entrepreneurs and executives on how to build a booming business, master a mindset for success, and achieve the lifestyle they desire through heart-fueled leadership.

Through U & Improved—an award-winning personal and professional leadership development company based in Scottsdale—Jodi has redefined traditional leadership training by creating a sustainable and actionable model that is personal, challenging and meaningful to each and every individual who enrolls in any of the two-and-a-half-day experiential training classes. She and her elite training team have advanced the charge in heart-based leadership
development and empower U & Improved graduates with knowledge, tools and awareness to immediately be more effective and responsive leaders at work, home and within their communities.

Among her many accomplishments as a Valley leader, Jodi launched a teen leadership program in 2014 to empower young adults to become more confident, motivated and focused stewards of our future. In 2016, she founded a non-profit arm of the company—the U & Improved Leadership Foundation—that makes the program more accessible to deserving teens.

Jodi has been recognized by industry publications and organizations for her work in leadership development and serves as a source of inspiration within the community. In 2015, she was honored as an “Outstanding Women in Business” by the Phoenix Business Journal and by the Phoenix Suns and National Bank of Arizona with the “Amazing Women” award. She has received both the prestigious “Diversity Leader of the Year” and the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce’s “Sterling Award.” She was also awarded a Silver Stevie Award for Female Entrepreneur of the Year 2015 and was a finalist for the Junior League of Phoenix’s Valley Impact Award. Jodi is a devoted single parent who volunteers her time at her daughters’ school programs and with organizations such as Angel Mamas, where she’s served on the board for three years.

Dominique Hypolite of because Event Space and Shayla Van Hofwegen of Owl Love You Forever E5

July 23, 2018 by Karen

Phoenix Business Radio

Dominique Hypolite of because Event Space and Shayla Van Hofwegen of Owl Love You Forever E5

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Dominique Hypolite of because Event Space and Shayla Van Hofwegen of Owl Love You Forever E5

because Event Space (“because” stands for beauty and events for a cause), is a family-owned Phoenix event venue that gives back to seven local charities in a major way.

The space’s success is largely due to its generous heart. For every event booked in the Phoenix event space, 10 percent of your booking cost goes back to a charity of your choice. Patrons can choose from seven different charities – The Arizona Humane Society, Children’s Cancer Network, Owl Love Your Forever, Vet Tix, Phoenix Rescue Mission, Hustle Phoenix or Chrysalis. If a nonprofit books the space, 10 percent of their booking cost goes back to their own charity.

In addition to giving back, because is focused on enriching the space with local art from dozens of Valley artists. The walls are lined with original, colorful works that brighten the clean, stunningly decorated space.

The space itself has so many flexible options for events, from weddings to film screenings. There is a theater, cocktail space, rooms for brides and grooms to get ready, business meeting spaces and much, much more.

because is the passion project of the Sweet family, who truly live up to their name. The family owns automätik, the award-winning, all-encompassing automotive training facility directly next door to because.

With a past life as a dancer and musician and over 15 years of customer service experience, Dominique Hypolite is a kind of because renaissance-woman performer/musician/logistics genie. Known to friends as Dee, she is as inimitable as they come! Born in Germany, and raised in Beantown, this Southie has been all over the map—Chicago, Houston, and Missoula each hold a spot in her heart, but more recently Dominique calls Phoenix home. No stranger to the spotlight, Dee is not afraid to bust a move when the mood strikes her, reliving her stint dancing with the prestigious Boston Ballet, no doubt. Whether ballet to breakdance to coordinating the fine details of an event, Dominique has got all the right moves!

Born with a servant’s heart, Dee has spent most of her life giving back, volunteering for many charities, and organizations. From balancing several events into perfect harmony, to finding the perfect florist, Dee has a lock on all things logistics. She’s here at because to help make your vision become a reality! Taking charge behind the scenes, and serving as a “human arrow” from time to time, has opened her eyes to a career that fits her creative, eclectic personality to a “T”. Through all the chaos that comes with event support, Dominique still finds time to relax and enjoy her family. With two amazing kids, plus all things because, there is never a dull moment in her life—and she wouldn’t have it any other way!

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Owl Love You Forever’s hope is to create a memorable and positive hospital experience for families that lose their baby before, during, or shortly after giving birth. We provide boxes with meaningful items for the families, including specially designed blanket sets and a soft stuffed owl. Help us fill these grieving mom’s arms by donating online today.

Shayla Van Hofwegen, along with her husband Arie, founded Owl Love You Forever to help turn tragedy into joy after saying having to say goodbye just a few hours after her twin’s birth.

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About 3C Amplified

3C Amplified is a space to highlight businesses, nonprofit organizations and individuals collaborating to amplify their impact in the community. We share real world examples for how partnerships allow for growth both within our businesses and our communities. Listen in as we share how others are connecting, creating and collaborating and how you can be part of something greater.

About Jacqueline Destremps

Jacqueline Destremps is a creative marketing strategist and founded Another Hand Advantage, LLC in 2014 to help community minded small business owners and nonprofit professionals move forward more confidently with their marketing strategy. After graduating from Arizona State University with a degree in Psychology, she has spent her professional career working in both the nonprofit and for-profit sector.

She now enjoys being self-employed and the flexibility it provides to allow more time to volunteer, serve on nonprofit boards, choose pro-bono projects, run 100+ Women Who Care Valley of the Sun (which she co-founded in 2014) and travel the world. Jacqueline believes in creating connections between businesses and nonprofits in the community to stimulate growth and collaboration.

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