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Atlanta Business Radio Interviews Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau CEO William Pate

Today we shined our spotlight on Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau, and visited with CEO William Pate.

Welcome to Atlanta, a world-class, modern city with a rich, passionate history. Experience how Atlanta is exactly what you make of it – where your moment in time meets the excitement around you. Atlanta, Georgia is a Brave and Beautiful City with an impressive legacy of leadership, progress and inspiration – and you are welcomed with open arms.

As president of Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB), William Pate is in charge of maintaining tourism as one of the city’s top economic drivers. The industry brought more than 37 million visitors to metro Atlanta in 2007, generating more than $11.4 billion in visitor spending ($28 million a day) and sustaining more than 230,000 jobs.

Prior to joining ACVB, Pate served as chief marketing officer for BellSouth, one of the world’s largest communications companies. Pate spearheaded the development and marketing of the BellSouth brand both nationally and internationally.

Pate also held positions at MCI, where he supervised domestic and international advertising and public relations and at Knapp Inc., an Atlanta-based marketing services firm specializing in solutions for large corporations. He also spent six years at the Southeast Dairy Association, producing advertising and marketing programs.

He began his career in non-profit, working in public relations positions with Goodwill Industries and the American Red Cross. Pate has received many awards and honors for his work from both Advertising Age and the American Marketing Association. In 2009, Pate was named to the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s 100 Most Influential Atlantans.

Pate is the former chairman of the Atlanta Sports Council, Chick-fil-A Bowl and ACVB. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Alliance Theatre Company, The Association of National Advertisers and The Ad Council. He is also a member of the American Advertising Federation, the Georgia State University Board of Trustees and the Public Relations Society of America.

A native of Atlanta, Pate grew up in Decatur and attended Georgia State University, where he received his undergraduate degree in journalism and his graduate degree in communications. He and his family are members of St. Thomas More Catholic Church.

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Join us Thursday July 21 5:30pm – 9:00pm at Global Connect . . .

Network with 38 Bi-National Chambers of Commerce and Sample Food From Around The World.  Hosted at The Grand Atrium at 2oo Peachtree  LEARN MORE and REGISTER HERE

A special shout out to our new sponsor – the Business Marketing Association – Atlanta Chapter.  Please go to their website to register for their monthly events www.bmaatlanta.com/events/.

Also . . . if you know of a business in Atlanta that we should know about, please email Amy Otto at Amy@ atlantabusinessradio.com and we’ll invite them to appear on the show.

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Interviewing Atlanta’s Best & Brightest Companies To Work For 2011

We interviewed winners, participants, sponsors and organizers for this inspiring event — LIVE from Marriott Century Center in Atlanta, GA.

2011 Atlanta’s Best & Brightest Companies To Work For


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NABR / Jennifer Kluge

SHRM / Mary Lynn Miller

Executive Speak Write / Steve Clements and Claudia Coplon

SKANSKA / Jimmy Mitchell

GACHI / Jamaica Villegas

Golin Harris / Mark Dvorak

LeasePlan / Mary Christy

Conway MacKenzie / Gregory Charleston

e-vestment Alliance / Heath Wilson & Matt Crisp

Golin Harris / Kavita Mistry

Dodge Communications / Brad Dodge & Nicole Hopkins

 

 

Atlanta Business Radio Interviews Deborah Blue With BluRobin Global And Speaker / Author Kit Cummings

Today we shined our spotlight on Deborah Blue with BluRobin Global and speaker / author Kit Cummings.

A special shout out to our new sponsor – the Business Marketing Association – Atlanta Chapter.  Please go to their website to register for their monthly events www.bmaatlanta.com/events/.

Also . . . if you know of a business in Atlanta that we should know about, please email Amy Otto at Amy@ atlantabusinessradio.com and we’ll invite them to appear on the show.

 

As a REALTOR®, Deborah Blue realizes that real estate is a local business; however, not all buyers and sellers are local. A significant share of home purchases over the past few years have been made by individuals whose reside outside of the United State. So what does this mean for our real estate industry? According to NAR, approximately $1 trillion (yes with a T) in US home sales came from foreign investors or immigrants.

They purchase for vacation, investment and job relocation. Most International buyers come from approximately 70 countries; however; the top five consist of China, Mexico, Canada and the U.K. Regardless of the country, homeownership is viewed as a huge accomplishment.  When the trust is established, the long term relationship can be rewarding niche. The International market is very specialized and takes specialized experience.

When Life Changes…Locally & Globally BluRobin Global Realty Group affiliated with Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Midtown, can put their insider knowledge to work to find special and unique properties in the neighborhood of choice for her customers and clients.

Their team will use the latest internet marketing tools to expose properties to qualified buyers and sellers both locally and globally attracting international investors.  They believe the key element of real estate is developing relationships and building trust with their clients. They know how to listen and always put the needs and wants of their clients first. They truly enjoy working with their clients and helping them through the process of buying, selling or investing in real estate.

Whether your move is across Atlanta or across the Country, they are dedicated to listening to your needs and to serving you with honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Perhaps it is this commitment to personal service that keeps their clients coming back time after time and recommending BluRobin Global Realty Group.

Give them a call today at 888-899-4969 or visit them at www.AcrossAtlanta.com.

 

Kit Cummings is an author and teacher, specializing in inspirational and motivational speaking. He works inside maximum security prisons and facilitates conflict resolution and reconciliation between rival gangs and religious factions. Kit teaches keys and principles that are effective in the most dangerous environmentsand applies them in his teaching and coaching in the corporate world. “If it can work there, it can work anywhere!”(Often quoted by Kit’s clients) Change the way you look at things, and the things you look at change—no matter where you are or what situation you find yourself in.

Kit Cummings created and authored “The Kairos Peace Initiative”, which is now bringing reconciliation and peace to rival gang members inside Georgia’s toughest maximum security prison. Kit serves as an instructor with the Georgia Department of Corrections; he serves as Board Chairman with Project KARMA, an organization devoted to youth gang intervention; as well as serving on the advisory board with Hope Worldwide ATL, an organization devoted to helping those in need… Kit spreads much needed, life-changing good news to the corporate world, the prisons, the schools and the streets. With over twenty years of experience in various levels of leadership, Kit has excelled as a coach and a teacher where he offers keys and principles that inspire people to see things differently, adjust their thinking and reach new heights.

With a motivational style that combines inspiration and humor, Kit’s highenergy program connects with all types of diverse audiences, whether it be training in small workshops or delivering keynote speeches at large events and seminars.

Kit has spoken to a wide variety of audiences over the years: hefired up the University of Georgia football team before their opening game in 2000; he encouraged a gathering of brokers and bankers in the aftermath of 9/11; he’s taught large groups of students about Living Life On Purpose; he’s taught public speaking courses to professional speakers; he’s given men hope and courage at prisons and recovery centers; he’s taught brain injury survivors about power and potential; he has inspired people to “aim higher” in places as far away as Africa and Asia, in addition to the many people he has uplifted in different companies and organizations here in the U.S. On average, Kit delivers well over 100 dynamic presentations per year.

 

 

Interview with Bob Amick with Concentrics Restaurants

Today we shined our spotlight on Robert “Bob” Amick founder of Concentrics Restaurants Bob shared some stories about his part in Atlanta restaurant history. From the Peasant restaurants to TWO urban Licks, to STATS Bob has certainly left his mark on the Atlanta restaurant landscape. An impressively  large number of Atlanta’s celebrity chefs have spent some time working in one of Bob’s restaurants. In addition to opening and running a bunch of Atlanta restaurants, Bob also consults with hoteliers and developers around the US and helps them open restaurants as well.

A special shout out to our new sponsor – the Business Marketing Association – Atlanta Chapter.  Please go to their website to register for their monthly events www.bmaatlanta.com/events/.

Also . . . if you know of a business in Atlanta that we should know about, please email Amy Otto at Amy@ atlantabusinessradio.com and we’ll invite them to appear on the show.

And be sure to check out  National Association for Business Resources website and see who were the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in Atlanta for 2011. Please visit www.101bestandbrightest.com/winners/2011/atlanta for more information

Atlanta Business Radio Interviews Matt Dickason With Dickason Law Group And Brad Hartman With Cornerstone Mortgage

Today we shined our spotlight on Dickason Law Group and Cornerstone Mortgage.

Matthew A. Dickason is the firm’s founder and Managing Attorney.  In 2003, he received his J.D. from The Walter F. George Law School at Mercer University in Macon, GA.  A member of the Georgia Bar, he created Matthew A. Dickason, P.C in 2007 to focus on residential, commercial and small business loan closings. As Chief Financial Officer of the U.S. Screen Company, a family manufacturing company based in Sullivan, Ohio, Matt draws on his experience to advise small to medium sized companies in all facets of business and corporate law.

In his spare time, Matt enjoys being a Dad and serving as legal counsel and board member for The Hospitality Education Foundation, a non-profit organization that bridges the gap between Georgia’s high schools and hospitality industry.

Cornerstone Mortgage Group, LLC. is an Atlanta, GA based mortgage company that separates itself from the competition through its high quality service.   Their mission is to provide ‘Raving Fan’ customer service in every aspect of the lending experience.  Their company is considered mid-sized which means they have the resources of a large lender but not the feel of a big lender that is simply too big to care.   They build long term relationships with each of their customers and business partners and give them the personal attention they deserve.   Cornerstone guarantees
their customers the best interest rates available in the marketplace while also ensuring our loans close in a timely manner.

For more information, contact Brad Hartman: bhartman@cmghl.com 404.449.9876

 

A special shout out to our new sponsor – the Business Marketing Association – Atlanta Chapter.  Please go to their website to register for their monthly events www.bmaatlanta.com/events/.

Also . . . if you know of a business in Atlanta that we should know about, please email Amy Otto at Amy@ atlantabusinessradio.com and we’ll invite them to appear on the show.

And be sure to join the National Association for Business Resources on June 20 as they reveal the Top 3 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in Atlanta for 2011. Please visit www.101bestandbrightest.com/winners/2011/atlanta for more information.

 

Atlanta Business Radio Interviews Frank Barnard and Fred Douglas From Genghis Grill Mongolian Stir Fry Restaurant

Today we shined the Atlanta Business Radio spotlight  on Frank Barnard and Fred Douglas from Genghis Grill. They are one of Atlanta’s best Mongolian barbecue stir fry restaurants and have locations in Buckhead, Sandy Springs and near the Mall of Georgia. This new franchise concept has something for everyone – you build your bowl with protein, seasoning, vegetables, sauce and starches. Then a Genghis Grill master stir fires all that healthy goodness and serves it to you in a cool looking bowl.  They have desserts, a full bar and an all you can eat option. They even offer catering for those people who want to shake up those business meetings a little bit. Be sure to check them out.

A special shout out to our new sponsor – the Business Marketing Association – Atlanta Chapter.  Please go to their website to register for their monthly events www.bmaatlanta.com/events/.

Also . . . if you know of a business in Atlanta that we should know about, please email Amy Otto at Amy@ atlantabusinessradio.com and we’ll invite them to appear on the show.

And be sure to join the National Association for Business Resources on Monday, June  20 as they reveal the Top 3 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in Atlanta for 2011.

Please visit www.101bestandbrightest.com/winners/2011/atlanta for more information.

Atlanta Business Radio’s Professional Women’s Information Network (ProWIN) Special

Today we shined our spotlight on some of the members of the Professional Women’s Information Network – ProWin. ProWIN is a community of influential professional women who believe in building business by building relationships.

We opened up with Catherine Cattles with First Citizens. Catherine explained the importance of service, passion and accountability in her business banking relationships.

Then we had on Linda Collett with The Collett Law Firm.Linda specializes in the legal issues facing small businesses.

Then Essie Escobedo from Office Angels shared her story.The classic entrepreneur, Essie sees voids ion the marketplace and then promptly fills them. Office Angels help you stay focused on what you best.

And we closed with Gayle Rubenstein (and Kay Wolpert) with Luxe Arrangements. It doesn’t matter if you need help with errands, planning a birthday party or getting ready for your firms big trade show, the professionals at Luxe can help you.

A special shout out to our new sponsor – the Business Marketing Association – Atlanta Chapter.  Please go to their website to register for their monthly events www.bmaatlanta.com/events/.

Also . . . if you know of a business in Atlanta that we should know about, please email Amy Otto at Amy@ atlantabusinessradio.com and we’ll invite them to appear on the show.

And be sure to join the National Association for Business Resources on June 3 as they reveal the Top 3 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in Atlanta for 2011. Please visit www.101bestandbrightest.com/winners/2011/atlanta for more information

Atlanta Business Radio Interviews Some of The Best and Brightest Companies To Work For In Atlanta

On today’s show we shined the spotlight on some of the winners of Atlanta’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For In Atlanta.

We opened with Brad Dodge from Dodge Communications Dodge helps healthcare companies build strong brands, demonstrate thought leadership and drive sales through integrated PR and marketing strategies.

Next up we had Chris Reinking from Jabian Consulting Jabian is an Atlanta-based strategy, business process and technology consulting firm that has grown 900% since its 20006 inception.

Then we interviewed Holly Bail from Kelly Services For over 20 years Holly has been helping companies find, manage and optimize their contingent labor workforce.

Next Richard Howe and Brittany Vanderyt told us about Quality Wine and Spirits Over the last decade they have emerged as a key player in the wholesale wine and spirits marketplace serving Atlanta and the state of Georgia

Then Liz Daney from Fitzgerald and Company came on to discuss what makes this advertising and marketing agency among the best in Atlanta and in the US

And we closed the show with Matthew Smith from 3C Software ImpactECS from 3C Software delivers meaningful, accurate, timely and actionable data to business leaders in process and complex manufacturing environments.

A special shout out to our new sponsor – the Business Marketing Association – Atlanta Chapter.  Please go to their website to register for their monthly events www.bmaatlanta.com/events/.

Also . . . if you know of a business in Atlanta that we should know about, please email Amy Otto at Amy@ atlantabusinessradio.com and we’ll invite them to appear on the show.

And be sure to join the National Association for Business Resources on June 3 as they reveal more of the  Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in Atlanta for 2011. Please visit www.101bestandbrightest.com/winners/2011/atlanta for more information