successful women Archives - Page 7 of 9

Amy Wheeler, CFO of Eastside Medical Center

October 9, 2020 by Mike

Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Amy Wheeler, CFO of Eastside Medical Center

00:00 /

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere.

This series is presented by C-A-B Incorporated. Since 1982, C-A-B Incorporated has been a pre-eminent leader in manufacturing and global sourcing of precision machined iron and steel products serving infrastructure, hydraulics, automotive, rail, and a variety of other industries. As a woman-owned company, C-A-B is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the “Celebrating Powerhouse Women” series, bringing focus to the many incredible women in our community making things happen.

Amy Wheeler/Eastside Medical Center

Eastside Medical Center has been a healthcare leader for more than 39 years, providing quality care to patients in Gwinnett and surrounding counties. Nationally recognized for patient safety, Eastside focuses on delivering quality care with exceptional outcomes by utilizing the most advanced technology and experienced physicians. Eastside is a 310-bed, multi-campus system of care offering comprehensive medical and surgical programs including cardiovascular, neurosciences, oncology, orthopedics, robotic surgery, rehabilitation, maternity with neonatal intensive care, behavioral health, bariatric, urgent care, and 24-hour emergency care at two locations. Their medical staff of 500 board-certified physicians, 1,200 employees and 400 volunteers is committed to providing the community a healthcare system of excellence.

Official Presenting Sponsor of Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Also Brought To You In Part By

Atlanta Broadcast News Icon Monica Kaufman Pearson

October 2, 2020 by Mike

Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Atlanta Broadcast News Icon Monica Kaufman Pearson

00:00 /

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere.

Monica Kaufman Pearson

Monica Kaufman Pearson is the first woman and first minority to anchor the daily evening news in Atlanta, GA, where she worked for 37 years at the leading station WSB-TV. She has won over 33 Southern Regional and local Emmy Awards for reporting, anchoring and her Closeups celebrity interview show. When she retired, she was honored on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives by the bipartisan delegation of the State of Georgia for her years of service on and off the air to improve the lives of the citizens of Georgia.

Official Presenting Sponsor of Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Also Brought To You In Part By

Nancy McGill, Owner of Cartridge World Lawrenceville

September 25, 2020 by Mike

Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Nancy McGill, Owner of Cartridge World Lawrenceville

00:00 /

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere.

Nancy McGill/Cartridge World Lawrenceville

Cartridge World Lawrenceville sells printers and cartridges for lasers, inkjets, wide format and postage machines. They repair printers and have secure shredding. You will save up to 30% off big box store pricing. They offer free delivery to businesses and consumers can visit the retail store at 911 Duluth Hwy. Having a hard time finding your cartridges during Covid-19? Cartridges World is fully stocked. All cartridges come with a 100% satisfaction guarantee and they offer businesses a NO cost printer program. Call (770) 995-4465 for details. Cartridge World Lawrenceville – your printer experts.

Official Presenting Sponsor of Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Also Brought To You In Part By

Alyssa Davis, Executive Director of Sugarloaf CID

September 11, 2020 by Mike

Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Alyssa Davis, Executive Director of Sugarloaf CID

00:00 /

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere.

Alyssa Davis/Sugarloaf CID

The Sugarloaf Community Improvement District was formed in 2016 to ensure the long-term success of Gwinnett County’s premiere business and entertainment district. It is located in one of the region’s top ten employment centers and is also home to the Infinite Energy Center, a regional destination that attracts over a million visitors a year. The CID is a self-taxing district that leverages property tax dollars to make improvements in the area. Property owners who are members have the opportunity to voice their opinions, while the CID works on their behalf for specific initiatives to increase connectivity, ensure security, promote a more attractive environment to live work and play. Visit www.sugarloafcid.org to learn more about our projects and initiatives.

Official Presenting Sponsor of Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Also Brought To You In Part By

Katie Leonard, VP of Real Estate & Facilities Development, WellStar Health System

September 4, 2020 by Mike

Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Katie Leonard, VP of Real Estate & Facilities Development, WellStar Health System

00:00 /

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere.

Katie Leonard/WellStar Health System

At Wellstar Health System, patients are the center of everything they do. Nationally-ranked and locally recognized for high-quality care, inclusive culture, and exceptional doctors and caregivers, Wellstar Health System is one of the largest and one of the most integrated healthcare systems in Georgia.

Their state-of-the-art facilities include:

11 hospitals
300+ medical office locations
9 cancer centers
55 rehabilitation centers
3 hospice facilities
1 retirement village
21 imaging centers
15 urgent care locations
5 health parks

Every day, their team of over 24,000 healthcare professionals provides personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life.

As a not-for-profit health system, their passion for people extends beyond their system and into the communities they serve. Each year, Wellstar thoughtfully reinvests in the creation of healthier communities through prevention and wellness programs, and charity care for eligible patients. The Wellstar Foundation supports this mission with funding for equipment, services, programs, and more.

Official Presenting Sponsor of Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Also Brought To You In Part By

Njeri Boss, Director of Public Relations for Waffle House

August 14, 2020 by Mike

Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Njeri Boss, Director of Public Relations for Waffle House

00:00 /

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere.

Njeri Boss/Waffle House

Waffle House® restaurants have offered the unbeatable combination of good food with outstanding service since 1955. This combination has made it a beloved icon of the South for the past 65 years. Waffle House restaurants provide a unique dining experience where regular customers are greeted by name and enjoy social interaction with their servers and other customers. All food is prepared fresh, cooked to order and served on real china in a kitchen that is out front and in full view.

Headquartered in Norcross, GA, Waffle House operates nearly 2,000 restaurants company and franchisee owned, with 90% company-owned. Each restaurant is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Waffle House holds the title as the world’s leading server of waffles, omelets, T-bone steaks and more.

Official Presenting Sponsor of Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Also Brought To You In Part By

Shelly Schwerzler, Business Development Manager with Office Creations

July 31, 2020 by Mike

Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Shelly Schwerzler, Business Development Manager with Office Creations

00:00 /

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere.

Shelly Schwerzler/Office Creations

Established in 2001, Office Creations began with the vision of creating office environments with an innovative approach. Today, Office Creations focuses on providing clients with innovative workplaces, strategic design, and creative collaboration. The certified woman-owned business has been awarded the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s “Top 20 Dealer Award” on multiple and consecutive occasions. Their mission is to design, consult, and furnish work environments that strengthen culture, maximizes efficiency, and drives profitability, one partner, at a time. They strive to ensure that their clients are taken care of every step of the way, from sales to installation to maintenance. They are committed to excellence and providing quality service to their customers beyond the furniture install.

Official Presenting Sponsor of Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Also Brought To You In Part By

Jill Edwards, Senior Vice President with United Community Bank

July 17, 2020 by Mike

Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Jill Edwards, Senior Vice President with United Community Bank

00:00 /

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere.

Jill Edwards/United Community Bank

United Community Bank is a $15 billion southeast regional U.S. bank providing retail and corporate banking services. The bank was founded in Blairsville, GA in 1950 and now operates 150 banking offices in Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Tennessee and just completed the acquisition of Seaside Bank in Florida.

Respected national research firms consistently recognize United Community Bank for outstanding customer service. For six of the past seven years, J.D. Power has ranked UCB first in customer satisfaction in the Southeast, and most recently, awarded United the highest score in overall satisfaction in the Southeast for 2020. In 2019, Forbes magazine included UCB in its inaugural list of the World’s Best Banks, and in 2020, recognized United for the seventh consecutive year on its list of the “100 Best Banks in America”. United Community Bank also received the 2019 Greenwich Excellence Award for overall satisfaction in Middle Market Banking in the South and Small Business Banking Excellence Awards for both overall satisfaction and cash management in the South.

Official Presenting Sponsor of Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Also Brought To You In Part By

Duffie Dixon, Owner of Duffie Dixon Media

July 10, 2020 by Mike

Celebrating Powerhouse Women

Duffie Dixon, Owner of Duffie Dixon Media

00:00 /

Celebrating Powerhouse Women salutes and recognizes women who are making an impact, whether it’s in business, philanthropy, public service, or elsewhere.

Duffie Dixon/Duffie Dixon Media

Duffie Dixon is a multiple Emmy award-winning communications and media specialist. Drawing from her 27 years in television news, she shares her expertise with corporate executives, government officials, individuals, and nonprofits. Duffie provides her clients with valuable and unique tools through media training, public speaking coaching, and presentation and interviewing practice sessions. Duffie also produces, writes and delivers videos and content for businesses and nonprofits with a passion for storytelling across multiple platforms. Duffie is a podcast host at Business RadioX, a member of the National Speakers Association (NSA), and a frequently sought after emcee and moderator for various events.