July 7, 2020
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Support Downtown Augusta PSA
The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) in partnership with the Augusta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) are proud to launch a series of public service announcements (PSA) to invite the local community back to experience the plethora of locally owned and operated businesses in downtown Augusta, including Chamber members 2nd City Distilling Co., Craft & Vine, Fat Man's Mill Cafe, Field Botanicals, The Southern Salad, and Westobou.
Candidate Forums II - Commission Districts 1, 3 and 9 Runoff
The Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with WFXG-TV FOX 54 and the Greater Augusta Black Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to host a second round of Candidate Forums for the Augusta-Richmond County Commission District 1, District 3 and District 9 Election Runoff.

  • July 14, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. for Commission District 1
  • July 14, 2020 at 7:35 p.m. for Commission District 3
  • July 14, 2020 at 8:10 p.m. for Commission District 9

Led by moderator Jay Jefferies, Meteorologist for the WFXG-TV Fox 54 Weather Team, the candidate forums, sponsored by Sherman & Hemstreet Real Estate Company, will be available for viewing via livestream on wfxg.com and via the Augusta Metro Chamber and WFXG-TV FOX 54 social channels.
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Chamber Recognizes Future Leaders with 2020 ‘Top 10 in 10’ Award
Over the past 12 years, the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Augusta Magazine, has recognized 10 rising business professionals that have emerged as the year’s most promising young talent to watch over the next 10 years. In recognizing the 2020 Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch, the Chamber not only honors the achievements in their respective industries, but also the sense of community and passion to move things forward demonstrated by each of these future leaders.

The following professionals have been named the 2020 Top 10 in 10:
  • Morgan Fordham Blanton, Pharmacist In-Charge/Co-Owner, Custom Pharmacy
  • Sabrina Dean, Director of Product Marketing, TaxSlayer
  • Shanteka S. Glover, Senior Security Computer Engineer, SRNS
  • Amanda Heath, Judge, Augusta Judicial Circuit Juvenile Court
  • Jane Marie Kinsey, Vice President, McKnight Construction Company
  • Luneta Louis, Quality Special Process Lead, John Deere
  • Sean Mooney, Partner/Director of Merchandise, Showpony
  • Jeffrey B. Pooser, Program Administrator, East Central Regional Hospital
  • Stephen J. Ramey, Radiation Oncologist/Assistant Professor, Augusta University
  • Jared T. Williams, Trial Attorney, The Hawk Firm
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Third Thursday Business Builder Zoom Webinar
7.16.2020 - High Touch in a No Touch Environment: Delivering Your Best to Customers, an informative webinar sponsored and presented by panelists from Edgar’s Hospitality Group, Brandstorm Promotions, LLC and Augusta University's Hull College of Business .  

Although you may have adjusted your operations, our panelist will address key elements to delivering your best, provide ways to communicate with customers through branded materials and advise you on how to train staff to continue representing your 'brand' and service despite the differing methods needed to serve customers.
Tripp Harrison 
Senior Vice President
Edgar's Hospitality Group
Tom D'Abruzzo
Owner
Brandstorm Promotions
Dr. Melissa Furman
Hull College of Business, Augusta University
Celebrating Top 10 in 10, Member Economic Series
7.28.2020 - In recognizing the 2020 Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch , the Chamber not only honors the achievements in their respective industries, but also the sense of community and passion to move things forward demonstrated by each of these future leaders.
Speaking further on this focus, guest speaker Justice Carla Wong McMillan , who was born and raised in Augusta where her family immigrated over 100 years ago. Learn how and why she became a judge and about the people who helped her and her family along the way.

Join us Tuesday, July 28 from 4-5:00 pm at the Miller Theater . Event tickets are $25; Reception to follow catered by Fat Man's Cafe. Capacity is limited due to social distancing guidelines.
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VIP Sponsorships SOLD OUT, Additional Opportunities Still Available
9.28.2020 - The Annual Golf Classic is ideal for business development and team building, and offers the opportunity to highlight your company through sponsorships.

Join your fellow members, VIP Sponsors: Enoch Tarver, Premier Networx, F&W Transportation , for a fun afternoon at Topgolf Augusta. Several new, exclusive sponsorship opportunities are still available.  Click here to see all sponsorship options
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Making the Most of Your Member Online Directory, Add Your Logo!
Enhance your online member directory listing and get rewarded!

Each week we will highlight a new benefit opportunity, exclusive to members, beginning with the ability to add your company logo or digital image on your online directory listing. For every new logo added to your member profile, you will receive a 20% off coupon for Augusta & Co.
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