Jason Chandler/Gwinnett Medical Center Foundation
Accelerating access to quality healthcare has always been what the Gwinnett Medical Center is all about. In recent years, they have transformed the healthcare landscape of Gwinnett by adding the Concussion Institute, the Center for Weight Management, Graduate Medical Education, an expansion of their Cancer Institute, the Strickland Heart Center, and the Circelli Newborn Intensive Care. “Imagine what we can continue to do together.”
Randy Winfield/Winfield Realty Group
Winfield Realty Group is a boutique real estate firm. They consistently strive to provide a “Concierge” and “Best-in-Class” personal level of service to their clients. Winfield Realty Group wants to exceed the expectations and goals of all their clients each and every time through accessibility, dedication, solid work ethics, honesty, integrity, and conscientious attention to detail.
Nic Cooley/North Florida Security Academy
The North Florida Security Academy is a Private Security Training Academy in Florida. The three locations are in Tallahassee, Jacksonville, and Spring Hill.
The North Florida Security Academy specializes in Unarmed/Armed Security Officer training, Active Shooter/Critical Incident, Refuse to be a victim.
They also act as consultants for security companies, and the general pubic, who are looking to improve security or enhance safety education.
Amy Bray/Gwinnett Ballet Theatre
Gwinnett Ballet Theatre was founded in 1977 by Lynn Snipes, becoming the first performing non-profit organization in Gwinnett County. The original mission continues: to provide local students with the training and performing experience necessary for a professional dance career while serving the community with entertainment, outreach, and education.
Following Ms. Snipes, Lisa Sheppard Robson took over as Artistic Director and provided 15 years of nurturing leadership. Under Ms. Robson’s tenure, GBT produced many dancers who became notable professional dancers around the world, including Princess Grace Award winner, Alessandra James (Charlotte Ballet), Jessica Collado (Houston Ballet), Robert Dekkers (Post:Ballet in San Fransisco), among many others dancing across the country. In 2011, Wade Walthall joined GBT as Artistic Director, and continued the tradition of excellence. Mr. Walthall presented two regional premieres, Journey and Pictures, which GBT performed in 2014 & 2015.
Robert Long/Forward Forsyth
The Cumming-Forsyth Chamber not only serves the business community as a traditional chamber, but it also the lead entity for economic development and tourism. Forsyth County is one of the fastest growing counties in the US, has the #1 school system in Georgia, and is the most affluent county in Georgia.
Forward Forsyth is your resource for all things business in Forsyth County. Forward Forsyth is here to connect you to the opportunities you need to get started, relocate or grow.
Carla Brown and Kimberly Jones/Canine Pet Rescue
Canine Pet Rescue is a non-profit dog rescue organization based out of Gwinnett County. Canine Pet Rescue specializes in the rescue of German Shepherd dogs from high kill shelters as well as owner surrenders. All dogs receive extensive vet care as well as physical and mental rehabilitation before being adopted into permanent homes.
James Spurgeon/Paradigm Security Services
Over 150 years in law enforcement, private security and administrative services have created a company that is experienced in the field of security. Paradigm Security Services provide their employees with the best equipment, a supportive work place, and current industry knowledge, while providing clients with a safe and secure environment. Paradigm Security’s goal is to provide clients with trained professionals that will provide not only a safe and secure environment, but enhance the image that the client company wishes to present to its customer and to the public.
Nic Cooley/North Florida Security Academy
North Florida Security Academy was founded to educate Security Officers at the highest level to provide them with the necessary training and skills to obtain employment and to make a difference. Since 2016, their mission remains the same, however they have now extended their programs to the general public. They believe that self-defense, awareness training, and education should be taught to everyone.
Nic Cooley, the Founder, President, CEO and Lead Instructor of the North Florida Security Academy has a passion for education and training. He started teaching at the age of 15 for the American Red Cross CPR and First Aid programs. During his career, he has taught thousand of courses. He is a former EMT-P, holds degrees in Security Management, Education, Business, and Counseling from an AS Degree to a PhD. He was written and developed hundreds of educational programs, test and certification programs. His classes and instructors hold to the highest standards at all times, and he has produced dozens of Supervisors and Managers in the Security field.
Toni Curtin – RE/MAX
Toni Curtin is a full time residential specialist. As an Atlanta native she lives in Lawrenceville, GA in Gwinnett County. She serves the entire Atlanta metropolitan area. When acting as a buyer’s agent , Toni has many years of experience and knowledge selling short-sales and foreclosures. She has worked with many relocation companies helping families relocate to the Atlanta area, or buyers just making a local move. When working for the seller, Toni is a very active listing agent experienced in listing traditional sales, short-sales and bank foreclosures. Toni is very proud of the repeat/referral business that she has worked 28 years to build.
Lee Blodgett – North Point Mortgage
North Point Mortgage is a branch of Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. They create raving fans by providing customer service that is legendary, not just satisfactory. At Fairway, the way they do things is as important as what they do. Closing loans timely and accurately is vital to their business. Delivering closing documents to title companies days in advance provides added peace of mind. A friendly smile and firm handshake is a must, but it’s the person behind it who makes all the difference. At Fairway, the culture is driven by this commitment to speed – they strive to be prompt, efficient, and accurate 100% of the time – while providing superb, unsurpassed service.
