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Gwinnett Superior Court Judge Tracie Cason

April 20, 2022 by Mike

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Gwinnett Superior Court Judge Tracie Cason

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Tracie Cason/Gwinnett Superior Court Judge

Tracie Cason serves as a Superior Court Judge in Gwinnett County presiding over Division 2. Judge Cason handles felony criminal cases, domestic and family law cases, and civil disputes. She was elected in 2018 in a contested county-wide election.

Judge Cason is committed to providing fair and impartial justice to all who appear before her. She wants citizens to know that they will always be heard in her courtroom. Before being elected to the Gwinnett County Superior Court, Tracie was a career prosecutor with the Gwinnett District Attorney’s Office.

Judge Cason’s judicial philosophy is based on keeping our community safe for everyone, especially the most vulnerable, and ensuring everyone is heard when it’s their day in court. Victims have rights, and so do the accused, and everyone’s rights must be protected and balanced to achieve justice for all. She also looks at root causes and how to prevent repeat offenses. She believes that accountability programs can help many non-violent offenders more than simple punishment, and preventing repeat offenses keeps everyone safer.

Tracie and her husband David have been married 14 years, and live with their dogs, Munson, Dooley, Erk, and Emma. She is a proud graduate of the University of Georgia and Baylor University School of Law and hopes to return to Athens for most Saturdays this fall.

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Congressman Jody Hice, Candidate for Georgia Secretary of State

April 13, 2022 by Mike

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Congressman Jody Hice, Candidate for Georgia Secretary of State

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Congressman Jody Hice/Candidate for Georgia Secretary of State

In 2014, Jody Hice was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives to serve Georgia’s 10th Congressional District. Along with fellow Congressmen Mark Meadows and Jim Jordan, he was a founding member of the House Freedom Caucus. The House Freedom Caucus (HFC) gives a voice to countless Americans who feel that Washington does not represent them. They support open, accountable, and limited government, the Constitution and the rule of law, and policies that promote the liberty, safety, and prosperity of all Americans.

Since 2015, Congressman Jody Hice has served on the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform where he led the fight against things such as the failed impeachment attempt and H.R. 1. He has continuously sought out corruption and helped hold government accountable.

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Gwinnett County School Board Candidate Michael Rudnick

March 30, 2022 by Mike

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Gwinnett County School Board Candidate Michael Rudnick

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Michael Rudnick/Gwinnett County School Board Candidate

A parent, husband, and devoted citizen to Gwinnett County, Michael Rudnick has been involved in school system issues since the pandemic began in March of 2020. More importantly, he has been an active parent for his special needs son since he began school in 2012. As the parent of a special needs student, he has learned how to advocate for what is right – not just for his son, but for ALL children.

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Matthew Holtkamp, Candidate for Gwinnett County Commissioner

March 23, 2022 by Mike

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Matthew Holtkamp, Candidate for Gwinnett County Commissioner

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Matthew Holtkamp/Candidate for Gwinnett County Commissioner District 4

Having moved from an Iowa farm at the age of 19, Matthew Holtkamp arrived in Gwinnett County in 1985. Now 37 years later, with his family grown and his business thriving, he stands ready to work for residents to ensure the same amazing opportunities for those ready to do the same.

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Gwinnett County School Board Candidate Kelly Kautz

March 16, 2022 by Mike

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Gwinnett County School Board Candidate Kelly Kautz

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Kelly Kautz/Gwinnett County School Board Candidate

Kelly Kautz is a Gwinnett County native who is seeking to become the next member of the Gwinnett County School Board for District 4. She is a product of GCPS having graduated from Brookwood High School and now has a son who attends Gwin Oaks where Kelly serves as the Vice President of the PTA.

Kelly is a proven servant leader dedicated to doing what is best for the community. She is also a proven advocate for children. She is a licensed attorney in Georgia and has been practicing law in Gwinnett County for 20 years. As a former prosecutor, she made sure that children are safe in schools. Currently, as an attorney/Guardian ad Litem for Gwinnett County Juvenile Court, Kelly advocates for abused and neglected children. She is the voice for children in the courtroom, and now is asking you to allow her to be their voice in the classroom.

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Candidate for Georgia Secretary of State David Belle Isle

March 2, 2022 by Mike

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Candidate for Georgia Secretary of State David Belle Isle

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David Belle Isle/Candidate for Georgia Secretary of State

David Belle Isle grew up in Gainesville, GA where his family owned a business at the regional airport. David learned to fly before he learned to drive. By age 10, he became an entrepreneur, running a car wash for airport customers. David graduated from North Hall High School, and went on to earn his Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from the University of Georgia where he played in the Red Coat Band and became involved in debate. David met his wife Candice during college while working a summer job and they were married on David’s graduation day in 1997.

David attended Law School at Georgia State University where he earned his JD and MBA in 2000. After beginning his legal career in litigation and aviation law, he became involved in real estate law and closings, ultimately opening his own practice in Alpharetta, GA in 2005.

During this time, David became interested in the development of his new hometown of Alpharetta. He became passionate about connecting with citizens and representing their interests in seeing a full development of downtown Alpharetta, so he ran for City Council as an underdog and pulled off a win. Then, in 2012 David was elected Mayor where he helped to create a sense of place and connection across the city. He led the charge to re-imagine and rebuild a city center. Here, he established events, locations and an infrastructure that continues to bring citizens together and makes them proud to call Alpharetta home. As Mayor, David connected businesses and resources to promote the city’s strengths, ultimately developing Alpharetta into the “Technology City of the South.”

In addition to growing his own business, David has served as Chairman of the North Fulton Mayor’s Association and Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau Board. He also served as a board member of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, is a member of the North Fulton Bar Association, Alpharetta Rotary Club, as well as the Alpharetta Business Association and the State Bar of Georgia.

Running for Secretary of State in 2018 expanded David’s desire to champion Georgia’s industries and work to defeat election fraud. He has built a reputation as a respected leader on the Board of Directors for the Georgia Department of Economic Development as well as serving the Georgia Republican Party as Sixth District Chairman.

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Byron Gatewood with Gatewood for Congress

February 4, 2022 by Mike

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Byron Gatewood with Gatewood for Congress

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Byron Gatewood/Gatewood for Congress

Byron Gatewood is a U.S. Army officer, small business owner, husband and father, and devoted Christian who worships at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church in East Cobb.

He enlisted in the National Guard as a college student in the wake of the September 11th attacks and was deployed to Afghanistan during what would have been his junior year. Upon returning, he graduated from Louisiana State University (LSU) and earned a commission on to active duty. He served as an intelligence officer abroad and partnered with the Israel Defense Forces and NATO allies in efforts to make the Middle East more secure for Americans and their allies.

After a decade on active duty, Byron attended Cornell University earning an MBA before settling in Georgia with his wife Ashley. He owns and operates two small businesses that employ over two dozen Georgians. Like many small business owners, Byron was hit hard by the COVID-19 lockdowns, but kept the lights on, and knows what Congress needs to do to get small businesses back on their feet to create good paying jobs for Peach State families.

As a conservative, Byron will work to oppose costly tax hikes and support a government that respects the rights of states, while defending interests abroad. He is a proven conservative who Georgians can trust to stand up for you and oppose Washington, D.C.’s assault on your values and encroachment into every aspect of your life.

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Candidate for Georgia State Senate Shawn Still

January 19, 2022 by Mike

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Candidate for Georgia State Senate Shawn Still

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Shawn Still/Candidate for Georgia State Senate

Shawn Still is running as a candidate for State Senate District 48 in 2022. His district includes parts, or all of, Johns Creek, Alpharetta, South Forsyth, Sugar Hill, Buford, and Suwanee.

As the President of Olympic Pool Plastering & Shotcrete, Shawn Still owns one of the largest pool contractors in the Southeast, generating over $20 million in revenue per year and employing more than one hundred Georgians. As a conservative businessman, Shawn knows what it takes to meet a payroll and balance budgets.

Still received his bachelor’s degree from The University of Alabama where he swam and played rugby. He has lived in Johns Creek since before its inception and is the father of three children.

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Amanda Pearch and Steve Cooper with Forsyth Business RadioX

December 22, 2021 by Amanda Pearch

Forsyth Business Radio

Amanda Pearch and Steve Cooper with Forsyth Business RadioX

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Steve Cooper, Amanda Pearch and Rick Strawn

Amanda Pearch/Forsyth Business RadioX

Amanda Pearch is the dynamic Principal and CEO of Forsyth Business RadioX (launching in January of 2022). She has fervently served Gwinnett County for 5 years, 3 of which were alongside Mike Sammond at Gwinnett Business RadioX. Recognized by her peers for being an innovator and disruptor, Amanda was a Gwinnett Young Professionals “Top 35 Under 35” Award recipient in 2021. Amanda hosts the popular trailblazing series “Celebrating Powerhouse Women” on Business RadioX. This series salutes and recognizes women leaders making an impact!

With a passion for service, Amanda is an active participant in the community. She serves on the Gwinnett Young Professionals, Emeritus Board and is a Hudgens Center for Art and Learning Board collaborative. Prior to her work with Business RadioX, Amanda gained extensive knowledge of the Atlanta market through sales and marketing in golf and hotel acquisitions.

Steve Cooper/Forsyth Business RadioX

Steve Cooper is the Principal and CFO of Forsyth Business RadioX. Additionally, Steve is the President of Cooper & Company General Contractors. With over 30 years of construction experience, he holds both a General Contractor and Utility Foreman License. A graduate of Southern Polytechnic College, Steve holds a Bachelor’s Degree of Science/Construction Management. Steve serves on the Board of Directors for the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce and is the 2024 Board Chair. A Community Advocate, Steve is a Rotarian and serves on the Board for B’More Learning, a non-profit organization, one of this many philanthropic efforts. A Forsyth County native and community proponent, Steve and his family call Cumming, GA home.