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Brian Daniel — President and CEO | Carroll Daniel Construction Company

February 25, 2024 by Rose

North Georgia Business Radio

Brian Daniel -- President and CEO | Carroll Daniel Construction Company

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Our history is the foundation for our future. How conscious are we of how we’re building it? Good question, right?

According to Brian Daniel, President & CEO of Carroll Daniel Construction and today’s special guest on North GA Business Radio, developing robust leadership within an organization is instrumental in propelling a company forward.

Successful businesses have a positive impact on their communities, and understanding this connection leads to greater overall success.
Investing in employee growth through mentorship and training underlines how nurturing young talent can seed the future success of a venture. And how a resilient and dedicated team bridges the gap between a company’s vision and success.

With over 20 years of experience in the construction industry, Brian has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in cultivating a skilled and committed workforce.

Rooted in a family legacy that spans over 70 years, Brian’s focus on investing in employee growth and development has not only propelled his company’s success but also set a benchmark for fostering a community of strong leaders within the construction sector.
Brian’s innovative leadership training programs and apprenticeship initiatives have played a pivotal role in grooming the next generation of construction professionals, reflecting his dedication to building a people-focused business culture.

His insights and strategies in driving business growth through employee development make him an influential figure in the realm of workforce empowerment.

Key Highlights of This Episode:

00:00:07 – Introduction and Legacy
Phil Bonelli introduces the show and guest Brian Daniel, owner of Carol Daniel Construction. They discuss the company’s legacy, foundation, and the great things they are building for the future of the community.

00:02:00 – Company History and Growth
Brian Daniel shares the history of Carol Daniel Construction, founded by his grandfather after World War II. He discusses the company’s growth, industrial and public work projects, and their presence in different markets.

00:08:30 – Focusing on Business Niche
The conversation focuses on the importance of having a specific business niche and the value it adds to the company. Brian explains how they settled on their niches and the process of building specific business units.

00:10:04 – Developing Leadership
Phil and Brian discuss the importance of developing leadership within the company, especially with the aging construction leaders. Brian highlights their leadership training programs and the focus on building a new generation of leaders.

00:14:13 – Training and Development
The conversation dives into the training programs at Carol Daniel Construction, including in-house training and bringing in outside consultants. Brian emphasizes the importance of investing in people and their personal development within the company.

00:15:43 – Passion and Business
Brian discusses how his passion for both commercial banking and farming has helped him see the interconnectedness of different industries. He emphasizes the importance of running a farm with a business mindset to ensure its sustainability.

00:17:13 – Principles of Success
Brian shares that the fundamental principles of farming such as hard work, reaping, and sowing, are applicable to all businesses. He highlights the importance of these principles in achieving success in any industry.

00:18:30 – A Tale of Turkeys
Brian recounts a humorous anecdote about ordering a 29-pound turkey from Hopewell Farms for Thanksgiving. He emphasizes the quality of the turkey and the satisfaction of supporting local businesses.

00:20:47 – Leadership and Industry Fulfillment
Brian discusses the importance of staying engaged in the construction industry and serving clients during dynamic and exciting times. He highlights the role of construction companies in contributing to the growth and development of various sectors.

00:29:37 – Thriving Through Difficult Times
Brian reflects on the challenges faced during the recession and the COVID-19 pandemic. He emphasizes the importance of adapting to changing circumstances, finding areas of differentiation, and maintaining a growth mindset to thrive through difficult times.

00:31:11 – The Importance of Relationships in Business
Brian Daniel emphasizes the significance of having great employees and loyal customers during tough times, highlighting the key role of relationships in business success.

00:32:21 – Lessons from the Great Recession
Brian shares how his grandmother’s experiences during the Great Depression shaped his conservative approach to business decision-making, emphasizing the importance of learning from past hardships.

00:33:42 – Generational Optimism
The conversation delves into the cyclical nature of hardship and the resilience of generations, with a focus on the potential of young individuals to step up and take charge when faced with challenges.

00:35:22 – The Role of Continued Growth in Business
Brian discusses the significance of growth for creating internal opportunities and enhancing competitiveness, emphasizing the importance of growth as a means to offer career advancement for employees.

00:38:17 – Building Opportunity and Enriching Lives
The conversation highlights the intentional impact of Carol Daniel Construction in building opportunities for individuals, both internally and through corporate giving, and enriching lives through their work.

Christen Wilbanks – Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

March 27, 2021 by Rose

We’re wrapping up the first quarter of 2021 and big things are happening in Hall County!

Christen Wilbanks — Vice President of Membership Sales — from the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce is joining us on NorthGA Business RadioX to talk about some terrific local business resources you need to know about. We’re also celebrating some wins in our local business community, upcoming events, the benefits of becoming a member of the Chamber of Commerce and so much more…

You can learn more about the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce and what they do for our community on their website:
https://www.ghcc.com/

You can also connect with them on Facebook and stay up to date with local events:
https://www.facebook.com/GreaterHallChamber

“Pap” Datta – Left Nut Brewing Co. and Dana Chapman – iTN Lanier

February 4, 2020 by Beau Henderson

North Georgia Business Radio

"Pap" Datta - Left Nut Brewing Co. and Dana Chapman - iTN Lanier

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Nilanjan “Pap” Datta – Left Nut Brewing Company

Left Nut Brewing Company produces craft beers and ciders of all types and flavors. Our brewery is located in the historic
Chicopee Mill industrial area in Gainesville, Georgia. “Left Nut Brewing Company” came into being as a Georgia Corporation in 2013. Many have asked, “Why did you go with that name?” Fair question. The name, “Left Nut Brewing Company,” is built on a vernacular which epitomizes the willingness to give up something of extreme value to do something or create something unique; something for which we have endless passion.
The name provides great curiosity, amusement, and immediately fosters conversation. When people drink beer, most often, it is in a social setting where conversation and stories are exchanged. We want to use this aspect of “sharing stories” as a central theme across our products, and product brands.

Each of our products will have a story tied to it. Stories which will connect you, our customers, to us as individuals, to the history of the style of beer you have chosen, or to local and universal myths and folktales which provide a thematic backdrop for our products.

Dana Chapman – iTN Lanier

This is Arm In Arm, Door Through Door Service with no cash, credit cards or tips in the car.

ITN Lanier uses a combination of volunteer and paid drivers to serve those over 60 who no longer drive, as well as those who do not drive because of visual impairment, of any age over 18. We serve only residents of Hall County Georgia and travel only to Hall County destinations.

Si Doan and Shawn McMorrough with Alliance Jiu Jitsu

January 7, 2020 by Beau Henderson

North Georgia Business Radio

Si Doan and Shawn McMorrough with Alliance Jiu Jitsu

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Si Doan and Shawn McMorrough with Alliance Jiu Jitsu Gainesville

Alliance Jiu Jitsu Gainesville Academy was established in 2020 as collaborative effort with Alliance Atlanta Headquarters- 12x World Champion Jiu Jitsu Team. The Alliance Gainesville Academy was founded by Shawn McMorrough & Si Doan. Our mission is to spread the Jiu Jitsu life style and make a positive impact in the Gainesville/Hall County community. Our world class academy and instructors focuses on traditional and modern Jiu Jitsu in a clean, stylish, modern state of the art facility.

With a new location opening here in Gainesville, they are ready to make an impact not only on the mats but also in our local community. Listening to their stories on how Jiu Jitsu started for them as individuals and how they are utilizing their passion for the sport to coach, encourage and help people to be the best person they can be!

ATL Developments with Geoff Smith: Frank Norton, Jr., The Norton Agency

November 21, 2019 by John Ray

North Fulton Business Radio

ATL Developments with Geoff Smith: Frank Norton, Jr., The Norton Agency

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ATL Developments with Geoff Smith: An Interview with Frank Norton, Jr., The Norton Agency

Host Geoff Smith speaks with Frank Norton Jr., Chairman and CEO of The Norton Agency, on the growth dynamics of Metro Atlanta and the North Georgia regions.

Frank Norton, Jr., The Norton Agency

Frank Norton, Jr. is the Chairman and CEO of The Norton Agency. In 1986, Frank Norton Jr., joined the Norton Agency to direct the Commercial and Residential Real Estate Divisions of the Agency. His expertise, combined with his energy and creative imagination, has thrust the company forward at a faster pace. He was elected President of the firm by the Board of Directors in 1997 and Chairman in 2004.

The Norton Commercial and Acreage Group provides clients extensive resources and services associated with the purchase or sale of commercial property and large acreage tracts for development. Investment counseling, corporate relocation, in-depth development services, territory market analysis and an unparalleled customer base give clients confidence as they invest in the community.

In the field of commercial real estate, The Norton Agency’s professionalism, service and knowledge are unmatched. Investors and corporations have a wide range of real estate needs. The Norton Agency specializes in site selection for restaurants, industrial parks, retail centers, neighborhoods, resorts, multi-family and single family developments. In addition, The Norton Agency offers brokerage services for industrial sites and buildings and industrial park development.

The Norton Agency’s Commercial and Acreage Division is designed with the brokerage needs of the investor in mind. Eighty-five years of experience and unique resources unite to form the area’s most comprehensive brokerage service.

Since 1986, Frank has collected and interpreted community market research data through Norton Native Intelligence™ , and has developed consulting and strategic planning services for the firm. Norton Native Intelligence™ is a unique and powerful tool employed by Norton to power their client’s purchases, investments and portfolio strategies. This 30 year statistical database is sought out by relocating businesses, investors and developers alike. The material is modeled to strategically position banking, medical, retail, residential and industrial development and to provide a deeper understanding of ever-changing market dynamics.

Clients as diverse as Hall County School System, Valentine Farms, Northeast Georgia Medical Center, United Community Bank, Wendy’s, Walmart and Publix use the ever changing stream of data to secure strategic opportunities and better anticipate future growth directions.

Geoff Smith, Host of “ATL Developments with Geoff Smith”

“ATL Developments with Geoff Smith” covers all things economic development in the Atlanta Metro area. From everything inside the Beltline to Avalon and beyond, Geoff Smith interviews the movers and shakers making the ATL one of the best places to live, work and play. An archive of past episodes can be found here.

Geoff Smith is a mortgage banker with Assurance Financial working with Real Estate agents and homebuyers to help them get happily to their closing table. Geoff is an authority on the latest economic development trends shaping the Atlanta Metro area. His interviews reveal an inside perspective at how things get done in the ATL.

Geoff is an active member of his community serving on the Board of Directors of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, as well as holding the position of chairman for the Chamber’s Education Committee. He is also Secretary of the Roswell Youth Baseball Association and coaches his sons in football, baseball and basketball. Geoff enjoys golf, camping and traveling with his wife and two sons. He is a graduate of the University of Georgia.

“ATL Developments with Geoff Smith” is broadcast from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX®, located inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta. 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 approximately $12.9 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.

Lane Jones – Community Business Leader

October 22, 2019 by Beau Henderson

Business RadioX® Community

Lane Jones - Community Business Leader

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Lane Jones is ready to enjoy life!! How did he get there? That’s what most of us want to know… check out the link and find out how he is able to “retire and enjoy”! Lane has made such a huge impact in our community and the way we serve one another not only personally but also, professionally. From coffee, to construction and bottled water, Lane has contributed so much for all in the North Georgia region.

Sarah Beth Wright with 1888 House Events Venue and Amanda Lewis with Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

August 27, 2019 by Beau Henderson

North Georgia Business Radio

Sarah Beth Wright with 1888 House Events Venue and Amanda Lewis with Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

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Beau Henderson, Sarah Beth Wright, Amanda Lewis, Dr. Bill Lampton

Sarah Beth Wright/1888 House Events Venue

The 1888 House is located steps from the historic Dahlonega square, and is a stunningly restored Colonial Revival venue perfect for intimate weddings, rehearsal dinners, bridal and baby showers, corporate meetings and events and so much more! The venue opened in late 2017 and is operated by Sarah Beth Wright who manages everything from table layouts to wedding and event coordination. Please contact Sarah Beth for any questions for your event!

Amanda Lewis/Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce

Founded in 1908, the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce serves the entire Hall County area, including the cities of Gainesville, Flowery Branch, Oakwood, Clermont, Gillsville, Lula, Braselton and Buford. With more than 1,500 business members and 2,500 individual representatives, they strive to fill all members’ needs through a full range of business services and programs.

Scotty Ball with Stewart Melvin & Frost and Brent Hoffman with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties

May 21, 2019 by Beau Henderson

North Georgia Business Radio

Scotty Ball with Stewart Melvin & Frost and Brent Hoffman with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties

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Beau Henderson, Scotty Ball, Brent Hoffman, Dr. Bill Lampton

Scotty Ball/Stewart Melvin & Frost

Stewart Melvin & Frost is one of Northeast Georgia’s top firms with the depth of a full team of experienced attorneys in a wide range of highly specialized areas of law. Based in Gainesville-Hall County, the firm serves a regional client base that stretches throughout metro Atlanta and the state.

Brent Hoffman/Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties

When it comes to buying/selling or leasing your most important commercial investment — it’s critical to secure the services of a caring local expert backed by a company with exceptional resources, experience and strength.

Berkshire Hathaway is the No. 1 company in Barron’s annual ranking of the world’s 100 most respected companies and BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY | Georgia Properties is among the few entrusted to use the renowned Berkshire Hathaway name. No other real estate company can offer you this level of name recognition or marketing resources, locally, regionally, or internationally.

Dr. Carroll Turner with the Business Incubator at Brenau University, Al Trembley with WSI Rainmakers, and April Rooks with AMPED Kids

April 3, 2019 by Beau Henderson

North Georgia Business Radio

Dr. Carroll Turner with the Business Incubator at Brenau University, Al Trembley with WSI Rainmakers, and April Rooks with AMPED Kids

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Beau Henderson, April Rooks, Dr. Carroll Turner, Al Trembley, Dr. Bill Lampton

Dr. Carroll Turner/Business Incubator at Brenau University

The Business Incubator at Brenau University fosters market success, student learning, wealth building and job creation. They work with startup companies, inventors and entrepreneurs to develop great ideas into sustainable, standalone businesses. They foster market success, wealth building and job creation. They increase the prospect of a client company’s commercial success in the marketplace, train and educate the business and community leaders of tomorrow, and contribute to the economic development of Northeast Georgia, Gainesville and Hall County.

Al Trembley/WSI Rainmakers

Al Trembley is the owner of WSI Rainmakers based in Gainesville, GA. Al attended the University of Nebraska at Kearney and applies his 20+ years of experience in business development and lead generation while at organizations such as New York Life. Today, he helps businesses build relationships and increase revenue by implementing a variety of digital and traditional marketing channels. Al believes “It’s better to be the author of a well executed plan than to be the recipient of a firing squad”. WSI Rainmakers is part of the world’s largest digital marketing network, wsiworld.com.

April Rooks/AMPED Kids

April Rooks is a native of Gainesville, GA. She has been married to Nathan for five years this July and is the mother of two children. Preston is seventeen and Cheyenne is two. April grew up in a musical family and began singing at an early age. She studied vocal performance and music education at Gainesville College where she fine tuned her vocal skills, music knowledge and began learning the art of crafting songs. April began teaching private music lessons in 2002.

In 2005, she had a record deal with a Nashville Indie Label and released her first album, Just A Little Country. She has opened for artists such as Shawn Mullins and while working with one of Atlanta’s premier wedding bands shared the stage with Kenny Loggins. She has graced the stage of The Tabernacle in Atlanta.

She loves nature. Going on hikes, camping and picnicking are a few favorite activities. Reading about personal growth and faith studies is also a passion. April’s favorite perks of being a musician are free food and wine!

AMPED Kids Foundation’s mission is to positively impact the lives of foster children by providing access to free private music instruction and other music programs throughout Georgia.

They are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children through the power of music. Through growing children’s musical gifts and interests and empowering them through mentorship, discipline and success principles, Amped Kids is lifting up children and giving them a voice.

AMPED Kids dream is to provide hope and vision to children who are undergoing difficult life challenges and empower them for a better future through our AMPED music programs.