Annual Chamber Report 2010

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Letter from the Chairand the President

`When the 2009 year ended, we at the Chamber were con-cerned about the challenges predicted for the year ahead.We had no idea what 2010 might be like, but we were certainit would be no walk in the park.

And it wasn’t. The Chamber faced simi-lar challenges to our members: doingmore with less, trying to meet our goalsfor the year and trying to cut costs whiledoing it. But at the conclusion of 2010,we were gratified to have one of our bestyears on record.

Thanks to a strong Board of Directors, acohesive membership base and a dedi-cated staff, your Chamber finished theyear in the black (no small feat) and hadsome of our most successful specialevents and programs ever. We alsolaunched several new programs for thebenefit of members and, perhaps mostgratifying, we gained and/or retained apretty impressive percentage of members.

Thanks for a truly outstanding year! Wevery much look forward to serving you,our members, and our community withthe new challenges 2011 will bring. Weare confident that our Directors and 2011Chair Vicki Kaiser will be up to the taskahead!

Steve MaderChamber Chair

CandaceBoothby

Chamber Pres.

MISSION STATEMENTTo champion economic prosperity for

our Chamber members and theGreater Coweta community

■ By delivering value to our members through education, strengthening our community, andsupporting business-friendly legislation;

■ Through supporting a quality community andeconomic development;

■ By developing competent leadership; and■ Advocating Coweta’s positions in the metro region.

Howdoes theChamberfulfill itsmission?

■ To join the collective business voice of thecommunity;

■ To participate in decision making that affects their livelihood;

■ To avail themselves of networking opportunities; ■ To become a part of the leadership group that

advocates for business; and,■ To support policies that will affect their ability to

succeed.

Why DoBusinesses

Join theChamber?

Keeping the Edgeof Excellence

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The mission of the Chamber is thebedrock with which we measure ourvalue and success. We are extremelypleased and proud of the achievementsof 2010 but that was then and this is now.Our task at this time is to build on thatand maintain the level of service deliverythat we have reached.

Frankly, most people who live else-where and visit Coweta County feel atwinge of envy for what we have. Weenjoy a distinct sense of place, yet arevery convenient to a major city and amajor airport. We enjoy excellent educa-tional opportunities for our children and itkeeps improving. Even with a down

economy, Coweta County has done quitewell, thanks in large part to our balancebetween residential, commercial/retailand industrial tax revenues. All commu-nities strive for this balance but fewachieve it.

Our theme for this 2010 Annual Reportis “Keeping the Edge of Excellence” and

that is our goal for the coming year. TheChamber had a particularly good yearunder difficult economic circumstances in2010 and succeeded in building an “edgeof excellence” with other counties. Let’stake a look at some of the highlights of2010 within our four major divisions:

The Chamber Brings Value to Its Membership

Raised presence of Chamber in com-munity—advocated for the renewal of theEducation Special Purpose Local OptionSales Tax, requesting the Board ofEducation call for the renewal of this veryvaluable funding source for educationalexcellence.

Explored needs of industry sectors—hosted four Industry Roundtables tolearn about their strengths, opportunities,

weaknesses and threats. Featuredindustries included: Education,Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Retail.

Educated members on key issues—hosted five candidate forums, a legisla-t ive roundtable and Eggs & IssuesForum with Coweta’s legislative delega-tion, and a healthcare legislation work-shop.

BUSINESS & COMMUNITY ADVOCACY MEMBERSHIP & MARKETING

Realized membershipgrowth—expanded sales teamand implemented standard pro-cedures that resulted in 175new members, a net gain of 37members, and a retention rateof 73%.

Launched programs to meetneeds of diverse membershipsectors—organized a YoungProfessionals program and aBusiness Women’s Golf Leaguein partnership with CanongateGolf Clubs.

Offered expanded programs—additional opportunities withEnhanced Investor programs,Access Coweta, and all specialevents resulted in net growth inprofits and participation.

Upgraded and expandedmember communications—launched more member-friendly

website redesign and began work on a compre-hensive social media program to help Chamberboost membership, build member businesses,connect to the community and communicate bet-ter with members.

Created forum for key economicdevelopment stakeholders—launched an Economic ProsperityCouncil made up of governmentaland business leaders to help drivecollaboration and innovative solu-tions with comprehensive commu-nity planning.

ECONOMIC PROSPERITY

Upgraded facility—launched fundraisingcampaign to generateresources to completerepairs to building andcompleted much-needed externalrepairs.

Posted most suc-cessful f inancialy e a r — m a n a g e dfinancial resourcesthrough focused activ-ities, ending year inthe black and creatinga reserve fund. .

ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE

Interaction with legislators creates connections — The Chamber hostedseveral legislative events during the year focused on state and nationaltopics. Coweta’s Legislative Delegation participated in the annual Eggs& Issues Breakfast, which updates Chamber members about progress atthe state level.

Key business, education,

and government leaders

collaborate — The Chamberlaunched the EconomicProsperity Council to helpfacilitate cooperation onissues of economicdevelopment importance.

Strong financial performance — ChamberTreasurer Dennis McEntire, Newnan Utilities, andChair-Elect Vicki Kaiser, Piedmont Health Care,provided strong leadership as members of theChamber’s Finance Committee.

Young leaders interact — To meet theneeds of a younger audience, theChamber organized and launched a YoungProfessionals program to help mentor andnurture rising community and businessleaders.

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Steve Mader, Chamber Chair for2010 and president of SouthtowneMotors, is quick to give credit to oth-ers for the success of his year asChair. He happily applauds theefforts of his Board of Directors, thevolunteers, the support of the mem-bership-at-large of Chamber policiesand, of course, the dedication andhard work of the staff.

When asked what specif icachievements he is most proud of,he quickly notes four.

“Obviously I am thankful for theexcellent year we experienced in2010. But what I am most pleasedwith include the improvement of ourmembership sales, the effort toincrease cooperation and cohesive-ness with our Development

Authority, the establishment of theEconomic Prosperity Council andthe improved information on our website.

“If you distill these areas to theiressence, you will find that they aregenerally to do with the basics ofcommunication, economic prosperityand delivering value to our member-ship resulting in increasing confi-

dence in the Chamber’s ability tofavorably affect businesses success.Those improvements have beenparticularly gratifying to me person-ally.”

Steve Mader will continue to havea leadership role in the Chamber asImmediate Past Chair and memberof the Board for one more year.

Chamber Chair Mader Proud of Accomplishments in 2010

Mader

Just because a new year isbeginning and new officers areinstalled at the Chamber does notmean that everything beginsanew. As an example, the themeof “Think Chamber MembersFirst” continues to resonate and isone of the reasons businessesband together through member-ship in a chamber of commerce.

“Think Chamber Members First”cements the fact that we are allneighbors and fellow memberswho want to support each otherthrough their business dealings.By looking to the businesses ofother Chamber members, it cansurprise some in Coweta on howmuch of the necessary and evenfun things to purchase and do are

here in our community. And bytrying to purchase from otherChamber members, you are help-ing to support their business, theirjob creation and their contribu-tions to our quality of life. Andyou will have the good feeling thatyou are contributing to the contin-uation of a superior school sys-tem, public safety, parks andrecreation, libraries and mainte-nance of our roads and other pub-lic services.

We do indeed have the advan-tage in Coweta of “Keeping theEdge of Excellence” in our com-munity! So always “ThinkChamber Members First” when-ever you shop!

Successful Programs

Central Educational Center CEO Mark Whitlock and CEC student Chad Rameyparticipated in the CEC 10th Anniversary Celebration at a Chamber Early Bird Forum.

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For the third consecutive year,Industry Roundtables continuedto function and created one ofthe most comprehensive andvaluable data resources yet.

The Industry Roundtablesbring together our businessleaders and other experts to dis-cuss innovative ideas designedto keep our business base com-petit ive and capable in anincreasingly tough global mar-ket.

Generally speaking, theacknowledgment that CowetaCounty is a good place to liveand work was a common theme.This is an important distinctionbecause the county is in a “pro-tect and improve” mode ratherthan being concerned with criti-cal and immediate needs to fixbad situations.

Schools, shopping, manufac-turing and healthcare are allfunctioning at a higher level thanin many communities. However,uncertainty about budgets andother business indicators indi-cates a shared concern as well.

This year ’s popular Seriesincluded a SWOT analysis,which is an acronym for“strengths, weaknesses, oppor-tunit ies and threats.” TheRoundtables attracted almost100 participants to share theirthoughts on the SWOT inCoweta County.

Under “Strengths,” it was foundthat education, retail tax rev-enue, healthcare and a greatand affordable quality of lifewere most mentioned.

“Weaknesses” included waterand sewer capacities, skill levelsof employees and effective mar-keting of our community, bothinternally and externally.

“Opportunit ies” had betterencouragement of shoppinglocally and educating citizens of

the importance of the impact ofsales tax revenue to supportlocal services, addressing laborneeds and doing a better job ofinvolving large numbers ofyoung people in the communityand volunteerism as key compo-nents.

“Threats” included a poor workethic of low-skilled employees,the lack of keeping pace withmanufacturing processes thatkeep companies growing hereand failing to “think globally”about world competition.

The Industry Roundtable is a

successful example of one of themajor purposes of an effectiveChamber of Commerce.

The Chamber was pleased tobring these roundtables togetherand will continue to host them asan ongoing benefit to our mem-bers and the community.

Industry Roundtables Create Meaningful Conversations

One of the critical and popularsuccesses of 2010 was the“Inspire and Thrive” series pre-sented by the Chamber to itsmembership. It was intended asan educational piece forChamber members to help themsucceed with their businesses.

There were four overarchingthemes to “Inspire and Thrive:”Creativity & Innovation, Sales &Marketing, Customer Serviceand Leadership. The programsused to deliver results in thesefour areas included:

Monthly “Early Bird Forums”which gave members an oppor-tunity to hear from leading busi-ness people who shared theirpersonal experiences in adjust-ing to the changing world ofbusiness. This valuable informa-tion gave members an easy andinexpensive way to obtain anadvanced body of knowledgeabout some fundamentalbusiness practices!

“Chamber University” was anextension of the knowledgegiven at the Early Bird Forums,more like an advanced degree in

business! Quarterly, ChamberUniversity Workshops delvedmore deeply into key issues andtaught attendees how to growand strengthen their businesses.The faculty represented experi-enced experts in their particularfield and business veterans whoshared their experiences. Theresults were immediate improve-ments to business in specificand meaningful ways.

“Bright Idea Exchanges” tookattendees to yet another levelwith one-hour facilitated round-table discussions. These wereinvaluable opportunities to getwith business experts, ask spe-cific questions about businesschallenges and receive action-able solutions immediately!

“Inspire and Thrive” was one ofthe Chamber’s best opportuni-ties in 2010 to achieve “boots onthe ground” educational experi-ences in real-world businesssuccess practices!

‘Inspire & Thrive’ Theme of Early Bird Forums & Programs

Chamber University

Workshops focus on Sales

Strategies — CanongateDirector of Sales Sharon

Szymanski presented‘Close the Darn Sale’

workshop which taughteffective closing

techniques.Industry leaders share best practices — Chamber ChairVicki Kaiser, Piedmont Health Care, thanked Chick-fil-ACEO Dan Cathy for sharing insights and lessons learnedin a changing economy.

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CONNECTING MEMBERS, CREATING VALUES

In January 2010, Chamber Chair Steve Mader,SouthTowne Motors, accepts the gavel fromoutgoing 2009 Chair Jan Alligood, GeorgiaPower.

Members of the 2010-2011 Leadership Coweta class participated in a regional government affairsday at the State Capitol, along with members of leadership classes from 15 other communitiesacross Metro Atlanta.

When you drive by the Chamber on the days Networkingat Noon takes place, you’ll notice a parking lotoverflowing with cars. That’s how popular this event hasbecome. Patterned after “speed dating” events,members use this handy tool to expand their base ofcontacts and walk away with new leads and referrals.

Cinco de Mayo served as the perfect setting for theChamber’s 25th annual tournament. From piñatas tomariachi bands, this wildly-popular event drew a crowdof 300 and posted its most successful year to date.

As the public relations arm of the Chamber,Ambassadors frequently greet members at events andhelp create a warm and inviting experience for everyone.

One of the Chamber’s most popular events,Business-After-Hours, consistently offeredmembers time to meet and mingle with newcontacts, resources and peers fromthroughout the county.

Ahoy Mate! Member orientationsfeatured a cruise theme with guestsvisiting Chamber “Ports of Call” to learnabout volunteer opportunities andmembership benefits.

Members of the Chamber’s Bowling Adventure Committee rocked it at Junction Lanesas part of this annual-themed team building event.

2010 Kicks off with 62ndShareholders Celebration

Leadership Coweta class visits Capitol

Totally ’80s fun

Speed Networking eventsbuild member contacts

Golf Classic celebrates 25 years

Members set sail onthe U.S.S Chamber

Networking theevening away

Welcome!

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CONNECTING MEMBERS, CREATING VALUES

The Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated its 63rd anniversary. In December,several past chairs and presidents reconnected at the board’s Annual Holiday Social.

Two days of intensive planning set the stage for a focus on strong results in 2011.

Chamber University sessions featuredindustry experts who shared bestpractices to help members transformtheir businesses.

Candidate forums gave members an insight into candidates and their issues.

Insider briefings and issues-related programs broughtthe Chamber’s Enhanced Investors together formeaningful dialogue.

With more than 1,500 attendees, theannual Big Expo provides an opportunityfor members to showcase their productsand services to the community at large.

Coweta’s largestbusiness trade show

Impacting thebottom line

The Chamber Board kicks up its heelsand celebrates a successful planning retreat

Exploring issues

Community leaders past and present!

Enhanced Investorsleverage resources

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PlatinumCanongate Golf Clubs

Newnan UtilitiesKaiser Permanente

GoldBank of Coweta

Pattillo SouthTowne Motors

Silver BB&T

Blalock Lakes Cancer Treatment Centers

of America Cargill

Coweta-Fayette EMC Five Star Renovations

Georgia PowerMedia Production Group

NuLink Piedmont Physicians

Group Regions Bank United Bank

West GA Technical College Yamaha

BronzeAT&T

Beck Building Services Piedmont Heart Institute

RBC Bank

2010 EnhancedInvestors:

When it comes to creating adesirable environment for busi-ness over the long term, theChamber has a very specialgroup of stakeholders calledEnhanced Investors. Thesedynamic companies are takingthe lead. Their vision and influ-ence are making a difference inthe future of our community.

The Chamber couldn’t do whatit does without the support fromour Enhanced Investors. Theseleaders want the most from theirmembership in CowetaCounty’s largest and most influ-ential business organization.They share a commitment tonurturing our community’s eco-nomic prosperity while preserv-ing our quality of life.

Enhanced Investor supportstrengthens the Chamber ’svoice as a force for business.Becoming an EnhancedInvestor means high profi leexposure and recognit ion.These leaders advocate for

business growth with Coweta’sdecision-makers. From cus-tomers to policymakers to thecommunity at large — ourEnhanced Investors are a pow-

erful community asset.In 2010, the Chamber wel-

comed four new Enhanced

Enhanced Investors RepresentInfluential Business Leaders

See INVESTORS, page 11

Industry tours build relationships — Enhanced Investorslearned about local industries and their best practices asa part of their industry visit program.

2010 Chamber Annual Report — The Times-Herald — 11

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(5646)Investor businesses to the team.Special events and insider brief-ings were held throughout the

year to include a tour of GeorgiaPower’s Plant Yates, lunch withGeorgia InsuranceCommissioner John Oxendine, atour of the Southern Living IdeaHouse in Senoia and a receptionwith the Development Authorityand a tour of Bonnell.

We appreciate these Chamberadvocates and thank them fortheir leadership and support. Ifyour company is interested injoining this team of Coweta’smovers and shakers then giveus a call at 770-253-2270.

IINNVVEESSTTOORRSSContinued from page 10

Enhanced Investors Represent Leaders

SUBSCRIBE TODAY.770-304-3373

Insights into local success stories — Bonnell hosted the Enhanced Investors andshared their key results and efforts to achieve profitability despite the down economy.

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• State-funded Pre-k with Private Pre-k• Lower teacher/pupil ratios• FEMA designed storm shelter• NASA fi ltration technology• Participation in the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child and Adult Food Program (CACFP)

Come see why we can say this!

The Best Child Care Facility In The County

Open 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.55 Willis Road • Sharpsburg, GA

www.campkidsacademy.com • 678-326-4000

Thanks to our involved mem-bers and volunteers, the rosterof fundraising events for 2010was our most successful ever!

Our three signature events –the Golf Classic, BowlingAdventure and the BigExpo –provided more opportunities andexposure for member involve-ment, featured more attendeesand made more money thanever before.

Canongate on White Oak wasthe venue for the 25th AnnualGolf Classic and Cinco de Mayocelebration which featured thewidely popular “Expo on theGreens,” 27 holes of golf andbrought together more than 300golfers and volunteers to makefor a most enjoyable day for all.

Thirty teams participated in the“Totally 80’s Bowling Adventure,”an exercise in team building thatbrought 80’s-style costuming tothe party, making for a wackybut wonderful bowling and net-working experience for mem-bers.

Finally, our “BigExpo” just getsbetter and better! We had over100 exhibits and over 1,500attendees this year, making theBigExpo Coweta County’slargest trade show and network-ing opportunity.

We happily experienced themost lucrative financial experi-ence in non-dues revenue ever,thanks to the dedication of ourvolunteers and attendees. Andall this in spite of the most chal-lenging economy in memory!But just as important, if not moreso, is the fact that our membersreceived more exposure andenjoyed more opportunity to net-work and build relationshipsthan ever before, too!

Thanks to everyone who par-ticipated, attended and volun-teered to do the work necessaryto make 2010 our best year everfor our Signature Events!

Chamber Records Banner Year with 2010 Fundraisers

The six amigos! The Cinco de Mayo-themed Golf Classicfeatured more than 300 participants as part of thetournament’s 25-year celebration.

Olay! “Banco de Coweta” threw a fiesta-stylecelebration at their Expo-on-the-Green booth when theyreceived 1st prize honors for best-decorated booth.

Totally ’80s Bowling Adventure — Members of the PAPP Clinic and the Piedmont Heart Institute teams celebratedtheir team spirit and award-winning costumes. Chamber signature events from golf to bowling to BigExpo postedrecord numbers of attendees and sponsors who took advantage of marketing opportunities to promote theirbusinesses, which resulted in record profits from each event.

Girls Just Want to Have

Fun! Karaoke neversounded so good asChamber members beltedout their favorite ’80ssongs.

2010 Chamber Annual Report — The Times-Herald — 13

PATRICIA TRICE AGENCY

AUTO • HOME • BUSINESS • LIFE INSURANCE

2733 W. Hwy. 54 • Peachtree City, GA 30269

678.734.9560 OFFICEwww.patriciatrice.com • [email protected]

“ Is your

coverage

as unique

as your

family?"

Patricia Trice

AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCE

A gallery of small worksby select area artists

Steve Mader

SouthTowne Motors

of Newnan

Chairman 2010 Vicki Kaiser

Piedmont Healthcare

Chair-Elect 2011

Dennis McEntire

Newnan Utilities

Treasurer

Tonya WhitlockWGTC

Business &CommunityAdvocacy

Randy Cardoza

AGL Resources

Vice Chair Economic

Prosperity

Judi Alvey Comcast Spotlight

Vice ChairMembership &

Marketing

Jan Alligood

GA Power

Immediate Past

Chair

Candace Boothby

Newnan-Coweta

Chamber President

Phil Aaron

State Farm

Insurance

Michael Bass

Piedmont Newnan

Hospital

Danny Beck

Beck JanitorialRob Brass Murray’s

Minuteman Press

Walt Gutierrez

Toyota of NewnanRyan Huber

Out-Med, LLC

Clay Hudson

Sanders, Haugen &

Sears, PC

Dean Jackson

Coweta County

Schools

Craig Ruby Sign & Graphic

Solutions

Sharon Szymanski

CanongateLana Mobley

NuLink

Michael RayburnMichael L. Rayburn

DDS, PC

Tom Crymes

Tomco

Construction

Mark Whitlock

Central Educational

Center

Mark Fritz

Bank of Coweta

Gerald Kemp

Fidelity BankRusty McKellar

Pattillo Industrial

2010 Board of Directors

770-304-3373

Subscribetoday.

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(770) 253-0033 FAX (770) 254-0037

Post Office Box 1909 Newnan, GA 30264

25 Greenville Street(Downtown Newnan)

3111 Hwy. 34 East(Thomas Crossroads Bracnch)

• Gary L. Wright, AAI

• W. Kirby Arnall, CLU

• Otis F. Jones III, AAI

• Jarrod L. Wright, CIC

• Rick O. Mercer, AAI

PERSONAL • COMMERCIAL • GROUP • LIFE

2010 Committee Chairs

Judi Alvey Comcast Spotlight

Dennis McEntireNewnan Utilities

Randy CardozaAGL Resources

Tonya WhitlockWGTC

The Chamber gets its work done through a volunteer committee structure. Committee involvement is a fantastic tool for networking and leadgeneration as well as a chance to try new things and new skills. In 2010, more than 300 volunteers participated on various Chamber committees.

MEMBERSHIP &MARKETING

ECONOMICPROSPERITY

DIVISION

BUSINESS & COMMUNITY ADVOCACY

ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE

AmbassadorsRegina Steffens, Chair,

Piedmont Heart Institute

Bill Howard, Co-Chair, Prudential Georgia Realty

Big ExpoJenny Fritz

United Community Bank

Bowling AdventureMark Fritz

Bank of Coweta

Business Women’sGolf League

Jan Alligood Georgia Power

Golf ClassicPhil Aaron

State Farm InsuranceDanny Beck

Beck Janitorial

Sales TeamSharon Szymanski

Canongate Golf Clubs

Women’s EntrepreneursThrive in Coweta

Catherine Cage Remax

Pat Christensen Synovus Mortgage

Marcia Smith Arthur H. Murphy CPA, PC

Young Professionals of Newnan-Coweta

Andy DunnCanongate Golf Clubs

Economic ProsperityCouncil

Michael BassPiedmont Newnan Hospital

Advocacy

Michelle BoydHealth America Realty Group

Leadership Coweta

Bill BlackmonGeorgia Power

Public Policy Agenda

Dean JacksonCoweta County Schools

Policy Development

Amy RileyThe Heritage School

Regional BusinessCoalition BoardRepresentatives

Larry Callahan,Pattillo Industrial Real Estate

Randy Cardoza,AGL Resources

Candace Boothby,Newnan-Coweta Chamber

Coweta CountyFestivals BoardRepresentatives

Carole Ann Fields,Goodwill Industries

Valerie Ward,Newnan-Coweta Chamber

2010 Chamber Annual Report — The Times-Herald — 15

* Subject to credit approval. Bank of Coweta is a division of Synovus Bank. Synovus Bank, Member FDIC, is chartered in the state of Georgia and operates under multiple trade names across the southeast. Divisions of Synovus Bank are not separately FDIC-insured banks. The FDIC coverage extended to deposit customers is that of one insured bank.

Having a trusted partner helps steer you in the right direction.You’ll find that partner in your Bank of Coweta banker. Your banker will work to understand the goals of your company and offer sophisticated products to help you reach your destination. Whether it’s our enhanced Business Internet Banking and Business Online Library or our complete array of personal products designed to help you manage your finances, we deliverwith commitment. It’s how we do business at Bank of Coweta. Visit us today and discover all the financial services we offer, some which you might not expect from a community bank.

> Business Internet Banking > Workplace Solutions > Commercial and Personal> Business Online Library > Treasury Management Services Deposit Products and Services> Business Lines of Credit* > Commercial Lending* > Mortgages*

770.253.1340www.bankofcoweta.com

Left - Right: Leigh Brown- Business Banker Mark Fritz- Commercial Banker Victoria Ellison- Business Banker Ann Hand- Business Banker

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� A new, state-of-the-art, full-service campuswith adequate space for future growth

� Expanded facilities to provide high-tech, in-demand training for high-skill jobs

� A workforce prepared to compete globally

� A platform for business and industry training

� An expansion ofCEC’s dual enrollment programs

can help – 770.537.6010 or [email protected].

West Georgia Technical College is a unit of the Technical College System of GeorgiaGrange | Murphy

678.423.2000w.westgatech.edu

w Coweta CampusComing Soon

Newnan, Georgia

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Learn what some of the world'stop companies already know.

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Coweta County is a great place for business and industry!

• Strategic location

• Easy interstate access

• Available sites and buildings

• Water and sewer capacity

• Low energy costs

• Affordable taxes

• Trained workforce

• Commitment to education

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The Heritage School is an independent, college preparatory school serving students ages 3 through

twelfth grade. We are dually accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and by the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS).

* Competitive athletics, AA division, GISA* Individualized college counseling program* Extended day services* Bus service to selected areas* Foreign language instruction K-12: French, Spanish, and Latin* Performing and visual arts programs* Classroom Smartboards and computer labs* 16 Advanced Placement courses offered

THE HERITAGE SCHOOLimagine the possibilities

Now accepting applications for the 201 -201 academic year1 2

Call for a personal tour today

2093 Highway 29 North Newnan, Georgia 30263 770.253.9898 www.heritagehawks.org

A simple yet effective econom-ic development tool waslaunched in 2009 and built on in2010. Called “Think ChamberMembers First,” it introducedinto our daily thought processesthe importance of doing busi-ness with fellow Chamber mem-bers.

The beautiful thing about“Think Chamber Members First”is that it requires no additionalexpense to you or your busi-ness. By simply looking toChamber members to make nor-mal and necessary purchases,you are contributing to their –and our – success.

One effective tool is prominent-ly displaying your Chambermembership decal in your placeof business. This allows cus-

tomers to identify you as aChamber member and makesthat purchasing decision eveneasier. Additionally, theChamber encourages you to listyour products and services andshop online at the “Hot DealsMember Marketplace” on theChamber’s web site.

All that is required of you is tothink when you make purchas-es. Even if you are just fillingyour gas tank, make sure you doit in Coweta County. That way, alocal business is getting YOURbusiness and you both are con-tributing to a sales tax streamthat will help Coweta with itsPolice, Fire, EMS and other vitalservices that make Coweta thequality place it is to live, workand play.

‘Think Chamber Members FIRST’motto for 2010 and beyond

Leading through service

— West GeorgiaTechnical CollegePresident Skip Sullivanthanks Piedmont HealthCare’s Service ExcellencePresenter SusanOsborne for sharingcustomer service bestpractices at the AugustEarly Bird Forum.

Remember: THINK CHAM-BER MEMBERS FIRST whenmaking your everyday or bigticket purchases.

It’s simple, cheap and effec-tive!

2010 Chamber Annual Report — The Times-Herald — 19

Announcing a cure for thecommon hectic schedule.

To schedule an appointment, call 770-254-6161 or visit us online at www.pappclinic.com

Thomas Crossroads location, 2959 Sharpsburg-McCollum Road

New Saturday hours at PAPP Clinic’sThomas Crossroads location.

At PAPP Clinic, we know your schedule can be hectic during the week — especially if you have a long commute. So we’re now open for regular visits on

Saturday, which means you won’t have to take off work to take care of your health. You’ll get the same world-class care you’ve come to expect from our highly skilled adult-care doctors and staff. And since we’re in Newnan, you’ll be

able to get it right in your neighborhood. New Saturday hours. Just another way PAPP is taking care of you.

A K-9 Campus, LLCAbundant Life Faith ChurchAdamson Lawns & LandscapingAdvance Auto Parts, #8599Advantage ServicesAll Stars Academy & Early

Learning Center, Inc.Allgood Pest SolutionsAlston's PaintingAmedisys Hospice of NewnanAmerisave - Gene KellerAna Lombardi PhotographyApex Communications - AT&T

StoreArbonneArchitectural Concrete Co., Inc.Aronov Realty Management, Inc.Astria BoutiqueBelk Department StoreBinion Tire CompanyBizGroBJ's Wholesale ClubBrickhouse Grille & TavernBruce & Cindy Black MinistriesBusiness Essentials, LLCBuzzzz'N Magazines - Jarrard &

CompanyCareSouth Homecare

ProfessionalsCentury Solutions Group, Inc.Checkers, NewnanChick-fil-A at Thomas CrossroadsChristian CityCity of GrantvilleClark Atlanta

University/Educational Talent Search

Coast DentalComfort InnCommunity Action for

ImprovementComplete Dental Arts, P.C.Computer Advantage, Inc.Core Business IT SolutionsCounty Fire & Safety Equip. Co.Coweta ClubCoweta County DFCSCoweta County Gas CompanyCoweta Courier ServicesCoweta Samaritan ClinicCoweta Shopper, TheCWHovey & Associates, LLCDavid L. Thomas PhotographyDell AirDelta Home CareDeltaCom - ColumbusDigestive HealthcareDigital Eyez Security SolutionsDigital Memories By Christy, Inc.Don ChapmanDustin Shaw Homes, Inc.Edward Jones InvestmentsElliott Chiropractic ClinicEnterprise Rent-A-CarExovations of South AtlantaFedor Financial GroupFine Lines Art & FramingFogo Data Center, LLCFoxhall Resort and Sporting ClubFrost Cummings Tidwell GroupG & S Precision Machine, LLCGandy Glover/Josey, Young &

Brady RealtyGlendalough ManorGourmet GrindsGrace Harbour, Inc.Greenhouse RedesignGrille 1904H.E.L.P. Spay Neuter ClinicHealthAmerica Realty GroupHistoric Banning MillsHOAG Industries, Inc.Housing Authority of NewnanJ&M Pool Services, LLCJ93.3 RadioJoe Friday's Brick Oven PizzaJos. A. Bank Men's ClothierKaad Technologies, Inc.Kidney ClinicLaGrange Airforce Heating & AirLighthouse Counseling CenterLongevity Medical Partners, LLCMama Lucia's RestaurantMann & Wooldridge, P.C.Mary Kay Cosmetics/Amee

DavisonMe N Eds PizzeriaMedia Macros, Inc.Melaleuca/Kevin MitchumMercer University

Merrill LynchMolly Maid of Coweta/Fayette

CountiesMorgan Stanley Smith BarneyNationwide - The Keats AgencyNeal Shepard and Associates, Inc.Newnan Academy of Preschool

and Child Care, Inc.Newnan Computers, LLCNewnan Country ClubNewnan Optimist ClubNewnan-Coweta Board of RealtorsNewnan-Coweta Boys & Girls

ClubNewnan-Coweta Historical

Society, Inc.North Star Counseling, Inc.Octane Coffee and CocktailsOlympus SolutionsPanda ExpressPanera BreadParker Wrecker ServiceParks & Mottola Realty, LLCPeachtree Hematology Oncolcgy

ConsultantsPeachtree Transcription

Associates, LLCPleasant EnterprisesPlumYumi Day SpaPollard Residential Waste ServicesPollock PaperPoplar Grove Event CenterPremier FertilityPreston Mill ApartmentsPrimary Capital Advisors, LLCPrimeCare PediatricsPrint SourceProfessional Installations

AssociatesProfessional Mojo MarketingPrudential Georgia RealtyPSS Signs and GlassQuick As A Wink Printing Co., Inc.R DuBose JewelersRare Diamond Agency, LLCResCare HomeCareRider Pest ControlRock Back PizzaRollins & Associates, PCRooms To GoRoosevelt Warm Springs Institute

for RehabilitationS&T Assessment & Counseling

Service, Inc.Sam's ClubSciTexSenoia Golf Carts, Inc.Shenandoah Collision CenterSherwin-WilliamsSnap FitnessSoutheastern Site DevelopmentSouthern Conservation TrustSouthern Crescent Women's

HealthcareSouthern Touch CateringSouthern Vein CareSpic & Span Janitorial CleaningSunbelt Graphic SystemsSunCrest Home HealthSunshine BotanicalsSuper Nurses Inc. Home CareTalon Safety, LLCThe Corner TavernTrinity Fellowship ChurchTrinity InsuranceTwo Men and a TruckUlysses Fletcher Mortgage

ServicesVeggie Patch, TheVistaCare of GeorgiaW. Daly Salon SpaWalker Roll-Off, Inc.Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.Welsh Law Firm, LLC, TheWyndham Peachtree Conference

CenterXango & Crystalized MarvelsZaxby's

Chamber Welcomes New Members

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Around thecorner.Right where youneed us.

B A N K I N G I N S U R A N C E I N V E S T M E N T S

BB&T. Member FDIC. Only deposit products are FDIC insured. ©2010 BB&T. BBT.com

Newnan Main Financial Center295 Bullsboro Drive, (770) 253-5017

Jefferson Street Financial Center26 Jefferson Street, (770) 252-5267

Thomas Crossroads Financial Center190 Glenda Trace, (770) 304-7840

Award Winners Recognized for Achievements, ContributionsEach year the Chamber of Commerce recognizes outstanding volunteers and their contributions

Ambassador of the Year —

Marcia Smith with ArthurMurphy CPA shares hertime and talents in all shedoes. An extremelypositive and enthusiasticleader, Marcia also co-chairs the Women’sEntrepreneurs Thrive inCoweta program andserves on several specialevent committees inaddition to her numerousduties as a ChamberAmbassador. She can beseen at most eventsgreeting guests with asmile and a greeting asthey arrive.

Ambassadors Recognized forQuarterly Achievements

2010 Ambassador of the Year 2010 Volunteer of the YearJulio Muniz withFranchisland, LLC, wasrecognized fore x t r a o r d i n a r ycontributions of time andleadership that resulted intangible benefits to theChamber and itsmembers. A 2010Volunteer of the Month,Julio serves as a ChamberAmbassador and isengaged in many activitiesat the Chamber. One ofthe things that membersfind most endearing aboutJulio is his amazing senseof humor.

The Chamber Ambassadors of the Quarter—Recognized for 1st and 2nd quarter 2010were: (left to right): Tina Prudeaux , American Tree Removal and Land Clearing (3rdplace 1st quarter and 1st place 2nd quarter;) Marcia Smith, Arthur H. Murphy, CPA PC(2nd place 1st and 2nd quarters); Sparks Ramey, Professional Consultants, Inc. (1stplace 1st quarter); and Nick Garrison, AAA Home Rentals (3rd place 2nd quarter).

2010 Chamber Annual Report — The Times-Herald — 21

DYSSEYDYSSEYToday’s School For Tomorrow’s World

www.odysseycharterschool.net

Odyssey School14 St. John Circle, Newnan, GA 30265

770-251-6111 [email protected]

Public Charter School • No Tuition

Grades K-8 • Total Enrollment Under 285

Excellent Academic and Co-Curricular Programs

Strong Parental Commitment • Athletic, Band and Choral Programs

Supportive and Caring Environment

Additional6th Grade Classplanned for Fall 2011

Additional information and admission formsare available from our web site:

To join The Newnan Coweta Chamber ofCommerce, call 770-253-2270

Award Winners Recognized forAchievements, Contributions

Jenny Fritz with

United Community

Bank wears many hatsat the Chamber. AnAmbassador andchairman of theChamber’s largestevent, Big Expo, sheprovides strongleadership in all of herroles. A long standingvolunteer, Jenny’senthusiasm for theChamber is infectiousand inspiring.

2010 Chairman’s Award Winners

Mark Fritz with the

Bank of Coweta

recently completed aterm on the Board ofDirectors. He’s servedas an Ambassador,chaired the BowlingAdventure and chairedthe EntrepreneurFriendly program aswell. A leader byexample, Markrepresents the spirit ofvolunteerism.

This award recognizes companies and organizations that havesignificantly impacted economic prosperity and development in ourcommunity in the past 12 months. Companies and organizationsreceiving this award were:

■ Dunaway Gardens, a one of a kind rock and floral garden that boastsunsurpassed beauty throughout the seasons and is now described asone of the south's largest natural rock and floral gardens, posted itsmost successful year since reopening. This unique facility hosted morethan 62 events and enjoyed more than 40,000 visitors.

■ Dr. Jorge Amador MD - Family Practice, Piedmont Physicians Groupat Newnan Crossing East, a family practice doctor who treats the wholefamily, from childhood through geriatric care, became profitable in2010. With current changes in insurance, he considers himself and hispractice ahead of the industry curve. Consistently scoring in the 99thpercentile of the Press Ganey scale, a recognized measurement ofmedical performance, he regularly gives back to the community.

2010 Prosperity Awards

■ Bonnell Aluminum, which achieved significant key results thatincluded no lost-time injuries in over 4 years with more than 2.5Mman hours worked safely; reduction of the breakeven point,allowing the facility to be profitable at much lower volume levels; a15% improvement in business levels so far in 2010 over 2009; anda reduction in water usage in the plant by over 90% over the pastseveral years.

22 — The Times-Herald — 2010 Chamber Annual Report

Located in Historic Downtown Senoia in an 1840’s Georgian Cottage.Each studio is individually operated.

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Faun Haney, LMT678-449-7504

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THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE - REFLEXOLOGY

Meri Warbrick, ND, CCT678-588-7279

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Naturopathic DoctorNutritional Consultant

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Professional Pilates InstructorPrivate and Duet Instruction

Mind/Body Connection

HOMECORE PILATES, LLC

Maureen “Mo” Dwyer, RYT678-595-6764

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Certifi ed Yoga InstructorReiki Master

CPR Certifi cation

YOGA - MEDITATION - REIKI

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83 Barnes Street, SenoiaHealth and Wellness Center

Chamber Chair Steve Mader, SouthTowne Motors, congratulates Carole Ann Fields,Goodwill Career Center, on her recognition as a volunteer of the month.

I have both the envious task oftaking over the reins of theNewnan-Coweta Chamber for2011 and the somewhat daunt-ing one of successfully continu-ing the outstanding job my pred-ecessor did. It’s a great chal-lenge to have!

Our Chamber recently cele-brated one of our most success-ful years on record, an especial-ly gratifying achievement giventhe economic difficulties we’veall experienced. Not only arehard work, determination andleadership required to have suc-cess with an all-volunteer organ-ization like the Chamber, but theability of a new team to takeover each year and immediatelycontinue the work of the preced-ing year is a challenge.

That’s why the Chamber has amission statement. It gives usthe necessary foundation to stay

focused on delivering value toour members and keep doingthe things that contributed to lastyear’s suc-cesses. It’sour mostbasic roadmap.

I am hum-bled and hon-ored to be the2011ChamberChair. I thank all our membersfor their investment in our com-munity’s continued success aswell as the generous amount oftime that our volunteers give.Let’s keep working together andhave another record-breakingyear in 2011!

Vicki Kaiser2011 Chamber Board Chair

2011 Chairman’s Letter

2010 Volunteers of the Month ■ January/February- Tammie Tullos, Comcast Spotlight

■ March- Rick Plasket, Action Coach

■ April- Amy Riley, The Heritage School

■ May- Craig Ruby, Sign & Graphics Solutions

■ June- Marcia Smith, Arthur Murphy CPA

■ July-Julio Muniz, Muniz Franchisland, Inc.

■ August- Nicole Griffith, Georgia Pain Care

■ September-Sparks Ramey, Professional Consultants, Inc.

■ October-Jennifer Spralding, Professional Installations Associates

■ November/December- Carole Ann Fields, Goodwill Career Center

Volunteer kudos ...

2010 Chamber Annual Report — The Times-Herald — 23

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(beginning May, 2011) visit: www.mercer.edu/education

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160 Martin Luther King DrNewnan, Georgia 30263

678-547-6554

Online Classes!

Mercer offers many courses online to accommodate busy schedules and careers.

www.mercer.edu/ccps/online/Mercer offers many courses online to

accommodate busy schedules and careers.www.mercer.edu/ccps/online/

24 — The Times-Herald — 2010 Chamber Annual Report

Chamber Sales Team Members posted record sales this year surpassing goals

by almost 25% and helping increase membership by 7% — Sales TeamProfessionals: (left to right) Kim Melhouse, Sales; Barry Ashe, Sales; AshleyMassengale, Membership Retention Specialist; and Kimberly Schreiber, Sales.

SALES TEAM AND STAFF

This dedicated group of professionals gives 100% of their time

and talents through their contagious enthusiasm, commitment,

drive, dedication and humor — Chamber Staff: (left to right)Mary Tomlinson, Technology and Project Coordinator; ValerieWard, Executive Assistant; Candace Boothby, President; BarryAshe, Sales Team; Kim Melhouse, Sales Team, and MonicaMillians, Event Coordinator.

2010 Chamber Annual Report — The Times-Herald — 25

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Wesley Woods of Newnan-Peachtree City is part of Wesley Woods Senior Living, Inc. –a not-for-profi t corporation serving Georgia seniors since 1954.

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26 — The Times-Herald — 2010 Chamber Annual Report

RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONIES

Advance Auto Parts, Inc.(678) 423-8427

164 Temple AvenueNewnan, GA 30263

Computer Advantage, Inc.(770) 461-2147

358-B Newnan Crossing BypassNewnan, GA 30265

Hope Boutique/Coweta Pregnancy Services(770) 683-2699

13 W. WashingtonNewnan, GA 30263

Cranford Orthodontics, P.C.(770) 251-4444

91 Jefferson Parkway, Suite BNewnan, GA 30263

Edward Jones/Minesh Amin(770) 252-3742

1741 Newnan Crossing Blvd EastSuite D

Newnan, GA 30265

Healthy Life Chiropractic(770) 252-3661

2753 E. Highway 34Suite 1

Newnan, GA 30265

Falcon Aviation Services, Inc.(770) 692-1887

95 E. Aviation WayNewnan, GA 30263

Joe Friday's Brick Oven Pizza(770) 683-1730

113 Newnan Crossing BypassNewnan, GA 30265

Monkey Joe's Parties & Play(770) 251-7226

354 Newnan Crossing Bypass, Suite ANewnan, GA 30265

Healthfield Hospice(770) 502-1104

2525 Highway 34 EastNewnan, GA 30265

All Star Mini Storage(770) 683-0670

8 Newnan South Ind. DriveNewnan, GA 30263

Astria Boutique (404) 401-4143

Newnan, GA 30263

2010 Chamber Annual Report — The Times-Herald — 27

RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONIES

Piedmont Cardiovascular Imaging Center(678) 854-298020 Francis Way

Suite 301Sharpsburg, GA 30277

Piedmont Physicians at Oak Hill Pediatrics(678) 633-3350

60 Oak Hill Boulevard, Suite 204Newnan, GA 30265

Piedmont Outpatient Center(770) 304-4249

1755 Highway 34 EastSuite 1200

Newnan, GA 30265

Premier Fertility(678) 423-1196

1201 Lower Fayetteville Road, Suite CNewnan, GA 30265

Snap Fitness(770) 251-6900

3219 Highway 34, Suite BNewnan, GA 30265

SunCrest Home Health(770) 253-4393

246 Bullsboro Drive, Suite DNewnan, GA 30263

Southern Crescent Solutions(678) 633-5454

2 C Jackson StreetNewnan, GA 30263

Verizon Wireless(770) 304-1111

191 Newnan Crossing BypassNewnan, GA 30265

Wing Busters USA(770) 683-1268

2235 Highway 34 EastNewnan, GA 30265

Summit Urgent Care & Occupational Medicine(770) 502-2121

1825 Highway 34 EastSuite 1200-2

Newnan, GA 30265

Piedmont Physicians Pediatrics at Newnan/Robert Whipple IV, M.D.

(678) 633-333337 Calumet ParkwayBuilding G, Suite 101

Newnan, Georgia 30263

Piedmont Physicians at Sharpsburg(678) 633-3260

61 Robinson Lake RoadNewnan, GA 30265

28 — The Times-Herald — 2010 Chamber Annual Report

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2010 Ambassadorsof the Quarter

1st Quarter: Sparks Ramey,Professional Consultants, Inc.

(1st place); Marcia Smith,Arthur H. Murphy, CPA PC (2nd

place); Tina Prudeaux,American Tree Removal and

Land Clearing (3rd place)

2nd Quarter: Tina Prudeaux,American Tree Removal and

Land Clearing (1st place);Marcia Smith, Arthur H.

Murphy, CPA PC (2nd place);Nick Garrison, AAA Home

Rentals (3rd place)

3rd Quarter: Jeanny Lowe, AllStar Mini Storage (1st place);Tina Prudeaux, American TreeRemoval and Land Clearing(2nd place); Sparks Ramey,

Professional Consultants, Inc.(3rd place)

4th Quarter: Carole Ann Fields,Goodwill Career Center (1st

place); Regina Steffens,Piedmont Heart Institute (2nd

place); Julio Muniz,Franchisland, LLC (3rd place)

Ambassadors are the ultimatewelcoming committee serving asthe Chamber's primary "face-to-

face" public relations tea.Winners for each quarter were:

A BIG THANK YOU!The success of the Chamber’s

events depends greatly on thesupport of member sponsorsand volunteers who share theirtalents and expertise.

Early Bird ForumSponsors

Hosted monthly at 7:30am atthe Central Educational Center,these events provide networkingand information on community orbusiness issues

■ BJ's Membership Club■ Canongate Golf clubs■ Georgia Pain care/ PAPP

Clinic■ Kaiser Permanente■ Newnan Utilities

Early Bird Forum“Celebrity” Emcees

■ Jan Alligood, Georgia PowerCompany

■ Vicki Kaiser, Piedmont Health Care

■ Dean Jackson, Coweta County School System

■ Lana Mobley, NuLink■ Skip Sullivan, West Georgia

Technical College■ Christy Turner, Computer

Advantage

Business-After-HoursSponsors

These monthly events givemembers an opportunity to net-work and mingle in a relaxed,after hours setting at a membersbusiness’ location

■ Belk Department Store■ Benton House■ Champion Cleaning &

Construction■ Contemporary Catering■ Dalton West Carpets■ Fidelity Bank■ Maguire's Family & Friends■ Piedmont Physicians Group ■ RBC Bank■ Southtowne Motors■ The Southern Federal Credit

Union

NoontimeNetworking Sponsors

Held every other month, theseevents offer a “speed dating”format and give members anopportunity to quickly expandtheir contact base

■ Benton House■ Comcast Spotlight/State

Farm-Phil Aaron■ Core Business IT Solutions■ Coweta Pregnancy Services■ Foxhall Resort & Sporting

Club■ Georgia Pain Care

ShareholdersCelebration Sponsors

This annual event celebrates

various accomplishments andrecognizes volunteer contribu-tions

■ Title Sponsor-Georgia Power■ Silver Sponsor-United Bank■ Awards Sponsors-Coweta-

Fayette EMC & Southern Federal Credit Union

25th Annual GolfClassic Sponsors

The Chamber ’s signaturefundraiser widely known as thepremier golfing event in CowetaCounty; held the f irstWednesday in May

■ Platinum Presenting sponsor- Piedmont Healthcare

■ Golf Title Sponsor- PAPPClinic

■ Silver Sponsors- The Southern Federal Credit Union & Toyota of Newnan

Bowling AdventureSponsors

A themed event, this eventfocuses on team building andfun

■ Title Sponsor- Coweta FayetteEMC

■ Facilities Sponsor- Junction Lanes

■ Silver Sponsor- Georgia Pain Care and PAPP Clinic

■ Business-After-Hours - Southern Crescent Solutions

Big Expo Sponsors

Held every October, this is thelargest networking event andoffers tremendous opportunityfor exposure and lead genera-tion

■ Title Sponsor - Delta Community Credit Union

■ Facilities Sponsor- YMCA■ Media Sponsor- 92.5 The

Bear■ Media Sponsor- Comcast

Spotlight— Corporate Sponsors —

■ Canongate Golf Clubs■ Georgia Pain Care■ Hampton Inn■ Kaiser Permanente■ Merrill Lynch■ Newnan Utilities■ NuLink■ Piedmont Newnan Hospital■ Prime Care Pediatrics■ State Farm Insurance■ Toyota of Newnan

The Chamber would also liketo thank Bonnell, GeorgiaPower, Newnan Utilities, PlantYates, and SouthTowne Motorsfor sponsoring our EnhancedInvestor and EconomicProsperity Council meetings.

Chamber puts a spell on its members — The three goodwitches from Dr. Rayburn’s dental office sparkled at theContemporary Catering Halloween-themed Business-After-Hours as they brewed up some new business.

2010 Chamber Annual Report — The Times-Herald — 29

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JOB NETWORKMEETINGS

For more information, call 770-253-7400 or visit www.newanfumc.org. Select Job Network under

Resources on the left side of the Home Page.Newnan First United

Methodist Church – Parish Hall

33 Greenville Street • Newnan

Second Tuesdayof Each Month

Upcoming 2011 Meetings:

ALL ARE WELCOME AND THIS EVENT IS FREE!

The BEST PLACE in Coweta to meet and network with other employers

and prospective employees.

1st Franklin Financial Corp.92.5 The BearA Abby GroupAAA Home RentalsAction CoachADT Security Services, Inc.Advanced Chiropractic CenterAdvanced Roofing SolutionsAFLAC - Donna ThomasAll Star Mini StorageAlliance for Children's EnrichmentAllstate Insurance-Barber Financial

ServicesAllstate Insurance - Dianne ParkerAmerica Grading and LandclearingAmerican Cancer SocietyAmerican Family InsuranceAngel's HouseApplied Industrial TechnologiesArea AppraisalsArlington Christian SchoolArnall Grocery Company WholesaleArthur H. Murphy, CPA, PCAshe Sales & ConsultingAtlanta Gas LightAtlanta Journal-Constitution, TheAvalon Health & Rehabilitation

CenterB.Y.R.D. House - Behavioral Youth

ResourceBeck JanitorialBenton HouseBeth Quick DesignBloodhound Investigative ServicesBlue Chip Air Commercial IndustrialBonnell AluminumBowers and Burns Real EstateBoyd, Willie H.Brewton-Parker CollegeBrighton Farms ApartmentsBrooks, RichardBrothers, Ltd.Bruster's Ice Cream / Nathan'sBuffalo Rock-PepsiBurger, HarveyBypass Body Shop, Inc.Cambridge House Enrichment

CenterCasa Bella Bed & BreakfastCentral Baptist ChurchCentral Home Health/Amedisys

Company

Champion Cleaning & ConstructionCharter Schools USA - GeorgiaCharterBankChick-fil-A Dwarf House of NewnanCity of HaralsonCity of Senoia, TheCleaning Depot, Inc., TheCMIT Solutions of Fayette/CowetaCoggin, RobertColdwell Banker Bullard RealtyCollins Limousine & TransportComcast SpotlightComfort View ProductsCommunity Welcome House, TheComputerTechUSA, Inc.Contemporary CateringCountryside HospiceCoweta-Fayette EMC Natural GasCoweta CASA, Inc.Coweta County Convention &

Visitors BureauCoweta County Development

AuthorityCoweta County School SystemCoweta County Sheriff DepartmentCoweta County Tax CommissionerCoweta Dentistry AssociatesCoweta Eye CareCoweta Medical CenterCoweta Pool & FireplaceCoweta Pregnancy ServicesCoweta Realty, Inc.Crain Oil CompanyCranford Orthodontics, P.C.Creations Promotional Products LLCCreative Awards, LLCCrossroads Animal HospitalCrossroads Chiropractic - A Family

Wellness CenterD.R. Horton, Inc.Dalton West CarpetsDeep South Pecans, Inc.Delta Community Credit UnionDillard's at Newnan CrossingDocuTEAMDogwood Veterinary Hospital and

Laser CenterDuck Back RoofingDunaway GardensE.G.O. North America, Inc.Edward JonesEdward Jones Investments/AH

Erskine Caldwell Birthplace & Museum

Estes Landscape DesignFairburn Readymix, Inc.Falcon Aviation Services, Inc.Family Friend Animal Hospital & Pet

LodgeFantastic SamsFarmers FurnitureFayette Care ClinicFidelity BankFirst Baptist ChurchFirst Choice Community BankFirst United Methodist ChurchForestar Real Estate GroupFutureStaff, Inc.Ga Dept. of Labor Vocational

RehabilitationGeneral Nutrition Centers

(Newnan GNC)Gentle Dentistry of NewnanGeorgia Department of LaborGeorgia Pain CareGeorgian Place Senior Living

CommunityGlobal AchieversGoodwill Industries of the Southern

RiverGrant Financial Group, LLCGreat Clips for HairGreison Storage MartGrenzebach Corp.Griffith Financial GroupGroup Six Real Estate, LLCHampton Inn Hotel - NewnanHarbin Agency, TheHastings EntertainmentHaynes, NormaHeadley Construction Corp.Healthfield HospiceHealthy Life ChiropracticHeritage School, TheHiggins Funeral Home at Hillcrest

ChapelHill's Collision Center

Thank You to Our Renewing Members

See MEMBERS, page 30

One of the most popular networking events, Business-After-Hours drew large crowds each month at these themedevents hosted by members and held at their business loca-tions. In October, Contemporary Catering hosted aHalloween costume themed-party. Danny and TinaPrudeaux, American Grading and Land Clearing, wereamong several creatively-dressed Chamber members.

Evening networking draws big crowds

30 — The Times-Herald — 2010 Chamber Annual Report

Doing theMost Good.

Family Store &Social Service

DepartmentAccepting Donations

670 Jefferson StreetNewnan, GA 30263

[email protected]

Store HoursMonday – Saturday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

www.salvationarmy-georgia.org

Home Helpers of GA & ALHometown DirectoriesHooters of America, Inc.Hospital Discount Drug CenterInches-A-WeighJ. Smith Lanier & CompanyJ.K. Boatwright & Co., PCJameson InnJeffries Eye CareJekyll & Hyde'sJust2Inches Lawn Care, Inc.K-Mart Corp.-Ga. Distribution

CenterKam, Ebersbach & Lewis, P.C.KCMA CorporationKelly ServicesKey PromotionsKnox Co., Inc.La Quinta InnLeadership Development

International, IncLighthouse Counseling CenterLindsey's Inc. RealtorsLive Oak Construction, Inc.Longhorn SteakhouseLullwater at Calumet Luxury

Apartment HomesLyle, James M.March of DimesMarquis Management, Inc.Mary Kay Cosmetics/Amy

BiendichoMatrix Insurance AgencyMatt's Roofing & Gutters, Inc.McDonald, WeiMcIntosh Commercial BankMcKoon Funeral HomeMega Granite and Marble Inc.Merle NormanMichael L. Rayburn, DDS, PCMid-Georgia Garage Doors, Inc.Mike Fitzpatrick Ford Lincoln

MercuryMoji's Muffins and WhatnotsMolly Maid of Coweta/Fayette

CountiesMonkey Joe's Parties & PlayMuniz Franchisland Inc.Murphey FloristMurray's Minuteman PressMy Chef Mel, Inc.My Kidz Dentist, PCNanston Dental Group, PCNeal Shepard and AssociatesNeSmith, AlanNewnan-Coweta Habitat for

HumanityNewnan-Coweta Lions ClubNewnan Community Theatre

CompanyNewnan Lofts Apartment HomesNewnan Regional Radiation

Therapy CenterNewnan Salvage Co., Inc.Newnan School of GymnasticsNickell Equipment Rental and

SalesNorthwest ExterminatingOdyssey SchoolOldcastle Glass Engineered

ProductsOPI - Outpatient Imaging

Out-Med, LLCPalmer & PetterssonPanoply Interior Design &

ConsultingPAPP ClinicParson, BillPhillips DentalPiedmont Newnan HospitalPlanet SmoothiePots & Plans, Inc.Precious Memories PortraitsProfessional Consultants, Inc.Proforma Custom GraphicsProgressive Heating & Air Corp.Prudential Georgia Realty/Bill

HowardPurchasing Alliance SolutionsQuality Insurance ConceptsQuick As A Wink Printing Co., Inc.Radiological Services, PA

MEMBERSContinued from page 29

RE/MAX ResultsRed Door InteriorsRedneck Gourmet, Inc.Relyco SecurityResource MFGRettCo Steel, LLCRhonda D. McClendon & Associates P.C.Riverwood Studios, Inc.Ronny D. Jones Enterprises, Inc.Rosenzweig, Jones, Horne & Griffis, P.C.Rutledge Center, Inc.Salvation Army Service UnitSavannah CourtSchachle Benefit Services, Inc.Sears of NewnanServproSew Exclusive Embroidery, LLCShane's Rib ShackShoe Mart of Newnan, TheSign-A-RamaSign & Graphic Solutions, Inc.Smith & Reichel Enterprise, LLCSomething SpecialSOURCE Care ManagementSouthCrest ChurchSouthern A & E, LLCSouthern Crescent Equine ServiceSouthern Crescent SolutionsSouthern Power Systems Services, Inc.Sprayberry's BarbequeSpring Lake At White OakStamps PaintingStandard Office Systems, Inc.State Farm Insurance, Phil AaronState Farm Insurance, Trey RhodesStemberger & Cummins, P.C.Stillwood Farm ApartmentsStoneBridge Early Learning CenterSummit Family YMCASummit Healthplex PharmacySummit Urgent Care & Occupational

MedicineSunCrest Home HealthSweet Sensations SYGMA Network, TheTaco Bell/Georgia-Texas Enterprises, Inc.Ten East WashingtonTenCate Southern Mills, Inc.Texas RoadhouseThe Art of TeesThe Preserve at Greison Trail

The Times-HeraldThe UPS Store #3476-Glenda TraceThomasson, Susie M.Thompson, WalterThrasher, JohnThree Rivers Regional CommissionTimberline CreativeTom C. Hudson, CPA, PCTomco Construction, Inc.Town of MorelandTown of SharpsburgToyota of NewnanTraditional EleganceTri-Copy Office Equipment, Inc.U. S. Army RecruitingUniglobe McIntosh TravelUnihealth Source NewnanUnited Community BankUnited Home Care NewnanUnited Way in Coweta & Fayette CountiesUniversity of West Georgia, Newnan

CampusValuTeachers, Inc.Verizon WirelessVickers, Claude L.Vinings at Newnan Lakes, TheVisiting AngelsW. Daly Salon SpaW. W. Williams, Jr.Wade Linen ServiceWal-Mart SuperCenterWarm Springs Medical CenterWCOH-Fox Sports 1400 AM/Magic 98.1

FM/WVCWelden Financial ServicesWells Fargo Home MortgageWesley Woods of Newnan/Peachtree CityWest Central Georgia Workforce

DevelopmentWhite Oak Holdings, LLCWing Busters USAWm. J. Redmond & Son, Inc.Wood-Mizer SouthWorth Industrial CoatingsWorthen Coated FabricsYokogawa Corp. of AmericaYour Chef To Go, Inc.

Thank you to our returning members

At the July Early Bird Forum, Chick-fil-ACEO Dan Cathy treated Chamber memberswith a rendition of “America the Beautiful”on his trumpet. Cathy’s presentation “Live,Love, Lead” was one of the Early BirdForum highlights for the year.

Leadership by example

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