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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Mark Toro with Revel/North American Properties

May 8, 2019 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Mark Toro with Revel/North American Properties

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Mark Toro /Revel & North American Properties

Founded in 1954, North American Properties is a privately held, multi-regional real estate operating and development company that has acquired, developed and managed more than $7 billion of mixed-use, retail, multifamily and office properties across the United States. Rooted in its purpose-driven approach to development, North American Properties is creating great places that connect people to each other; cities to their souls; partners to opportunities; and individuals to experiences that move them.

Headquartered in Cincinnati, with offices in Atlanta, Dallas and Fort Myers, FL, the company has developed 22 million square feet of commercial space and 19,000 residential units in 15 states and 67 cities. In the past three years, North American Properties has launched 36 projects totaling $2.2 billion in total capitalization.

In metro Atlanta, North American Properties led the turnaround of Atlantic Station and the ground up development of Avalon. Currently, the team’s $5 billion mixed-use project pipeline includes: Colony Square in Midtown Atlanta; Revel in Gwinnett County, GA; High Street in Dunwoody, GA; and Riverton in the New York metro area.

SIMON SAYS, LET’S TALK BUSINESS: Vince DeSilva with the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce and Tim McCormack with Business Transition 360

September 27, 2018 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

SIMON SAYS, LET'S TALK BUSINESS: Vince DeSilva with the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce and Tim McCormack with Business Transition 360

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Vince DeSilva/Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce

The mission of the Gwinnett Chamber is to strengthen existing businesses, facilitate the growth of quality job opportunities, and enrich the community’s quality of life. In addition, the Gwinnett Chamber will be the forum for business, government, education, healthcare, arts/culture/entertainment, and philanthropic and public-service communities to come together to advance our region’s economy and enrich Gwinnett’s quality of life.

Tim McCormack/Business Transition 360

Business Transition 360 is a uniquely qualified New and Reconditioned business furniture dealership, space planning and furniture decommission company, created for the sole purpose of helping businesses save time and money when relocating, renovating or transitioning their businesses.

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT – 2018 IMPACT Regional Business Award Winners (Part 2 of 3)

July 18, 2018 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT - 2018 IMPACT Regional Business Award Winners (Part 2 of 3)

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Designed to be reflective of Gwinnett and the metro Atlanta area, the Gwinnett Chamber IMPACT Regional Business Awards recognize leading organizations in top industries that are driving economic development and job creation, while enhancing the area’s quality of life. This event is truly one of a kind as it brings together leaders from the AEC, higher education, healthcare, hospitality, information technology, international business, nonprofit, service, and small business industries.

Stan Hall/Mitsubishi Electric Classic (Hospitality winner)

The mission of the Gwinnett Sports Commission (GSC) is to foster economic development through coordinating and developing Gwinnett’s role as a leading site for sports events involving youth, collegiate, amateur and professional organizations. The Commission owns and operates The Mitsubishi Electric Classic, a premier golf tournament on the PGA TOUR Champions which will return to the metro Atlanta area in Spring 2019. This tournament features legends of the game such as Tom Watson, Miguel Angel Jimenez, and Bernhard Langer. The Mitsubishi Electric Classic features events and activities that provide an all-inclusive, entertaining atmosphere accompanied by the beautiful views of TPC Sugarloaf which serve as a backdrop for this world-class sporting event. The tournament is much more than a golf event. The Mitsubishi Electric Classic, which benefits local charities through the Gwinnett Championship Foundation Inc., has raised over $1.8 million since the first tournament in 2013. All three rounds of the Mitsubishi Electric Classic are televised internationally by The Golf Channel.

Trent Lind/Eastside Medical Center (Awards Sponsor)

Eastside Medical Center has been a healthcare leader for more than 38 years providing quality care to patients in Gwinnett and surrounding counties. Eastside is a 310-bed, multi-campus system of care offering comprehensive medical and surgical programs including cardiovascular, neurosciences, oncology, orthopedics, rehabilitation, maternity with level three neonatal intensive care, behavioral health, bariatric, and 24-hour emergency care.

Eastside’s medical staff of 500 board certified physicians, 1,200 employees and 400 volunteers is committed to providing their community a healthcare system of excellence. Eastside has earned full Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care, The Joint Commission’s “Gold Seal of Approval” for quality and safety in disease-specific joint replacement care, the Blue Distinction Centers Program for Spine Surgery and Gold Plus status for stroke care, and the Healthgrades 2017 and 2018 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ for superior performance in patient safety. The Breast Imaging and Diagnostic Center is designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the FDA.

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT – 2018 IMPACT Regional Business Award Winners (Part 1 of 3)

June 20, 2018 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT - 2018 IMPACT Regional Business Award Winners (Part 1 of 3)

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Vince DeSilva, Jennifer Hibbard, Matthew Holtkamp, Dean Collins

Jennifer Hibbard/View Point Health (Healthcare winner)

View Point Health is a public authority created by law to provide services to individuals who need treatment and support to cope with mental health, addictive diseases, and developmental disabilities. View Point Health serves uninsured/under-insured, low-income Medicaid, aging/elderly Medicare, war veterans and some private insurance. During fiscal year 2017, View Point Health served more than 13,000 clients across multiple locations with a full continuum of behavioral health services and supports. The services provided by View Point Health contribute to the reduction in homelessness, reduction in crime and subsequent incarcerations, higher graduation rates, lower dropout rates, decreased ER visits and decreased inpatient admissions. Additionally, View Point Health partners with federally qualified health centers in the communities they serve to offer primary care to their clients. Clients are able to access behavioral health treatment and primary care services in the same building and many times on the same day. This focus on integrated health services and wellness allows providers to communicate about client care and improve overall outcomes.

Matthew Holtkamp/Holtkamp Heating & Air (Small Business and Overall winner)

Holtkamp Hearing & Air is a residential and commercial HVAC service company serving primarily Gwinnett and surrounding communities. They provide service, repair, maintenance, and replacement of all brands of HVAC equipment. They specialize in building science concepts which means they look at your entire house as part of your comfort environment. All of their staff is educated in the ways homes typically fall short, and which cause problems in comfort.

Dean Collins/Axis Companies (AEC winner)

Axis Companies is an interdisciplinary development firm committed to creating sustainable and innovative places for future generations. They offer a unique blend of services in development, design, project management and construction management services, customized to fit clients’ needs. They often refer to this concept as their Development Suite.

Real Estate Development – With more than 30 years of real estate consulting experience, Axis Companies helps clients identify and evaluate business locations that align with their strategic and operational requirements.

Design Services – Axis Companies provides a direct approach to designing projects from inception to completion. By deploying customized resources to meet the demands of each client, supported by strong technical resources, their professionals provide an end-to-end solution that clients have come to depend on for projects of all sizes.

Entitlement and Permitting – Axis Companies has decades of experience in the entitlement and permitting process throughout the United States. They have worked with both private and public entities through the management, tracking and securing of permits for their clients.

Project Management – Axis emphasizes an exceptional staff onsite and in key support positions to implement the plan and manage day-to-day activities. Their cohesive team, led by a dedicated team captain and supported by an experienced staff, encourages executive-level involvement throughout the construction process.

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Chris Mixon with Synovus, Chris Sanna & Melissa Martin with Atomic Wash, and Vince DeSilva with the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce

March 23, 2018 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Chris Mixon with Synovus, Chris Sanna & Melissa Martin with Atomic Wash, and Vince DeSilva with the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce

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Vince DeSilva, Chris Mixon, Chris Sanna, Melissa Martin

Chris Mixon/Synovus

Their humble beginnings date back to a Georgia textile mill and a simple act of kindness. One day, a worker’s hard-earned savings spilled from the hem of her dress after it became entangled in factory machinery. Taking notice, an executive offered to secure her money in the company vault and pay her interest – a service soon extended to all workers at the mill. Those deposits marked the beginning of the company that would become Synovus.

From helping businesses across three different centuries to financing modern corporate expansions to cheering for the hometown football team every Friday night, Synovus has always been proud to be part of their community. It’s why they smile when they see their customers in any of the nearly 250 locations across the Southeast – from major cities to the main-street hometowns. “This is where we belong.” Welcome to the bank of here.

Chris Sanna & Melissa Martin/Atomic Wash

For over a decade, Atomic Wash has focused on infusing brands with new energy. Their expertise is creating high-impact brand communications that engage, excite and motivate, because that’s what drives revenue and delivers results. They believe that by producing branding, marketing and sales materials that are disruptive, engaging, meaningful, memorable and authentic, Atomic Wash enables clients to build their brand and grow their business.

Vince DeSilva/Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce

The Gwinnett Chamber is the forum where business, government, education, healthcare, arts/culture/entertainment, and philanthropic and public service communities come together to advance the region’s economy and enrich Gwinnett’s quality of life.

OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Malcolm Evans and Sales Accent, Vlad Rusz with Sterling Rose Consulting Corp, Katie Grubbs with SuperScribe, Shevonn Willis with The Smith Willis Firm, and Vince DeSilva with the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce

March 27, 2015 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Malcolm Evans and Sales Accent, Vlad Rusz with Sterling Rose Consulting Corp, Katie Grubbs with SuperScribe, Shevonn Willis with The Smith Willis Firm, and Vince DeSilva with the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce

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Mike Sammond, Vlad Rusz, Katie Grubbs, Shevonn Willis, Malcolm Evans, Vince DeSilva

Malcolm Evans/Sales Accent

Sales Accent is Malcolm Evans. He has been in sales since he could walk. He is described as an innovative and passionate Salesman’s Salesman, an advocate for businesses and customers alike. He grew up living in a pub in rural Wales surrounded by green fields and sheep. “I have been dealing with customers since I could reach high enough to pour a pint of beer.”

Originally in engineering, he transitioned to a sales life in the 1980’s. Pagers, fax machines, CRM and 5-pound mobile phones are some of the changes he has seen. His experience covers marketing, advertising and sales management. No stranger to the global market, Malcolm came to the U.S. in 2001 while employed by one of the largest engineering companies to focus on the challenges of global selling and international business development.

Malcolm is a business owner, sales trainer, aspiring writer and speaker. He is a Jeffrey Gitomer Certified Advisor and holds his own interesting perspectives on sales, customer relations and the entrepreneurial spirit. He is a driven individual motivated by the “American Dream” where anything can be achieved.

Vlad Rusz/Sterling Rose Consulting

Sterling Rose Consulting is a Georgia based company that provides business plan creation and review, online and offline marketing, marketing plan creation and review, accounting, bookkeeping, financial analysis, operations, payroll services, Zoho CRM customization, Zoho CRM implementation, and business consulting. Their staff has over 50 years of successful entrepreneurial experience.

Sterling Rose Consulting prides itself on providing quality investor-ready documentation. They take it even one step farther and make sure, you as the client, understand how to effectively present these documents, whether they are being prepared for internal use or outside investors.

Katie Grubbs/SuperScribe

SuperScribe is an elite team of educated professionals who aim to serve local physicians in efficiently and accurately completing their electronic medical records. They strive to become a valuable personal assistant to their clients to improve their revenue capture and flow of patients through their respective departments. Their team can tailor their services to focus on all clerical needs allowing physicians to return their focus to the patients.

Shevonn Willis/The Smith Willis Firm

The Smith Willis Firm concentrates on business law. They take the time to get to know their clients and understand their clients’ business needs and goals. Using this knowledge, they are able to help clients find the right solutions that fit their particular needs. The Smith Willis Firm assists companies in matters related to business formation, as well as drafting and reviewing contracts. They also help clients understand and stay compliant with the multitude of federal and state laws that govern the workplace by providing advice on employment matters and developing company policies and procedures.

Additionally, their specialty is assisting business clients with the legal aspects and implications of insurance. They work with business clients from the beginning of the process to the end. This includes counseling clients on risk management through insurance, insurance policy review and evaluation, assessing areas of exposure, and once a claim has been filed, diligently representing clients in negotiating with insurance companies.

Vince DeSilva/Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce

OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Jeff Kim with TRACS Group, Jai Rogers with Delta Community Credit Union, Rachel Fasig with Suwanee Magazine, and Vince DeSilva with the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce

November 21, 2014 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Jeff Kim with TRACS Group, Jai Rogers with Delta Community Credit Union, Rachel Fasig with Suwanee Magazine, and Vince DeSilva with the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce

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Mike Sammond, Jai Rogers, Jeff Kim, Rachel Fasig, Vince DeSilva

Jeff Kim/TRACS Group

Tax Rebate And Credit Specialists ( TRACS ) brings their specialty of identifying and generating state and federal tax credits to Georgia businesses. They service over 1,200 clients and have generated more than $292 million of state and federal tax credits for their clients.

Jai Rogers/Delta Community Credit Union

Delta Community Credit Union is Georgia’s largest credit union serving more than 300,000 members in the metro Atlanta area and employees of top businesses such as Delta Air Lines, Chick-fil-A and RaceTrac. Delta Community is a state-chartered credit union organized under the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance, and its deposit accounts are federally insured through the National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund. Unlike a for-profit bank, Delta Community is owned by its members, not individual or institutional investors.

Rachel Fasig/Suwanee Magazine

Suwanee Magazine is a family, community and lifestyle magazine designed to keep pace and flow with the active Suwanee lifestyle. Distributing over 20,000 free copies bi-monthly to hundreds of businesses and locations in the Suwanee area, the magazine shares insight with its readers and focuses on their unique interests. Suwanee Magazine devotes sections pertaining to the best of dining, shopping, music, local personalities, business, industry and everything in between that impacts the Suwanee area and beyond. Each month new businesses emerge, new trends develop, new leaders move to the community forefront and Suwanee Magazine is there to keep you connected!

Vince DeSilva/Gwinnett Chamber

The Gwinnett Chamber continues to lead the way in the creation of programming geared towards its membership community.

OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Dr. Genie Burnett with Manna Fund, Chris Willis with Willis Mechanical, Stacey Williams with Foster & Witmer, and Sid Theus with American Painting & Renovations

July 25, 2014 by Mike

Gwinnett Studio

OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Dr. Genie Burnett with Manna Fund, Chris Willis with Willis Mechanical, Stacey Williams with Foster & Witmer, and Sid Theus with American Painting & Renovations

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Sid Theus, Chris Willis, Genie Burnett, Stacey Williams, Vince DeSilva, Mike Sammond

Dr. Genie Burnett/Manna Fund

Manna Fund has been operational for eight years. Manna Fund is a 501c(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing hope and financial assistance to individuals who need treatment for eating disorders. Manna Fund provides funds for residential and inpatient eating disorder treatment for individuals lacking insurance coverage or for those with inadequate insurance coverage. Manna Fund grants scholarships to recipients by providing direct payment to partnering eating disorder treatment facilities.

Their mission is to address the epidemic of eating disorders by providing prevention programs, education, research, and financial assistance for treatment to all qualified individuals through well-administered programs.

Chris Willis/Willis Mechanical

Willis Mechanical is a mechanical contractor based in Norcross, GA. They provide a full spectrum of HVAC and refrigeration service to commercial and industrial clients. With innovative offerings such as a 2 hour emergency response time guarantee (that has never been broken), Willis Mechanical is growing fast!

Stacey Williams/Foster & Witmer

Foster & Witmer in an independent insurance agency specializing in the hard to place risk. They have been serving the Atlanta area since 1976. If you have tickets, accidents, credit problems or no prior coverage for your auto, home or business, they can help. Foster & Witmer is “Big Enough to have the Markets and Small Enough to Care”.

Sid Theus/American Painting & Renovations

American Painting & Renovations has grown exponentially in the residential, commercial and multi-family property industries because of quality workmanship, competitive pricing and reliable service to all of their customers. APR is currently licensed in 33 states and has no plans to stop there. The company and the subcontractors perform a host of renovation and construction services across the country, including apartment-to-condo conversions and interior and exterior renovations. American Painting also provides the residential, commercial and multi-family communities with services such as exterior painting, concrete, roofing, stucco, siding, gutter replacement, carpentry, welding and much more.

Vince DeSilva and Matt Bemister with the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, Brandy Swanson with Sandler Training by Simon and George Lewis with Taylor Construction

November 6, 2012 by Mike

Gwinnett Business Radio

Vince DeSilva and Matt Bemister with the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, Brandy Swanson with Sandler Training by Simon and George Lewis with Taylor Construction

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Vince DeSilva & Matt Bemister/Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce

Vince DeSilva is the Senior VP of Member Services with the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce. Vince oversees all sales and business development, membership services, and member retention efforts for the Gwinnett Chamber. He also participates as a strategic partner with the management team. The Gwinnett Chamber is one of the fastest growing Chambers in the nation and the 6th largest Chamber in the Southeast according to the World Chamber of Commerce Directory.

Matt Bemister is the Director of Membership Services for the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce. Matt started with the Chamber in 2010 as a Regional Account Executive.

Brandy Swanson/Sandler Training by Simon, Inc.

Brandy Swanson is the Executive Vice President of Simon, Inc., an authorized licensee of Sandler Training, a worldwide leader in sales performance and customer service training, consulting, and coaching. Brandy has over 18 years’ experience in business growth and development. She has proven skills in sales force and customer service management, as well as other business necessities such as budgeting, recruiting, profitability, accounting and human resources.

Brandy earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Georgia State University and is a proud graduate of Leadership Gwinnett. Brandy’s passion is growing people and businesses, as well as serving her community. She has been an active member of Rotary International for over 20 years and adamantly believes in their motto, Service above Self. She has served as president, treasurer, vocational chair, youth services chair and international chair.

Prior to Sandler Training, Brandy was the Chief Operations and Financial Officer at Lloyd Pro Group, Vice President of Operations at VIP Auto Care, and a Sales Manager for Administrative Managers, Inc. Her financial planning and advanced skills in contract negotiation significantly increased profitability and guided the sale and purchase of several businesses.

George Lewis/Taylor Construction

George Lewis is the President of Taylor Construction, one of Metro Atlanta’s largest and most well known home remodeling companies. Their skilled, specialized technicians are fully certified to perform quality installations. Not only do they install quality, energy-efficient building materials, they are also dedicated to improving the beauty and value of a home while saving money.

Taylor Construction offers a sizable variety of Energy Star™ rated vinyl windows and eShield™ energy barrier that will help trim homeowners’ monthly energy bills and can even qualify for energy tax credits.

Taylor Construction is a division of Southern Industries. Started in 1966 in Augusta, GA, Southern Industries is the largest private home remodeling consortium in the Southeast. Southern Industries is comprised of: Taylor Construction, Southern Siding & Window, Ultimate Gutter Guard, Enloe Residential and Southern Window & Siding.