July News
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NEWS
Welcome New Members!
"When You're in D-Town" Wins Award
“When You’re in D-Town” has won the Grand Award in the Digital division at the Association for Chamber of Commerce Executives’ Awards for Communications Excellence!

Thank you to  Brandon Cawood Photography ,  Ben Honeycutt , Believe Greater Dalton staff, Greater Dalton Chamber staff, and all in our community who were involved in the making of this awesome video!

Click the image below to watch it again!
Welcome Dr. Heidi Popham
Welcome, Dr. Heidi Popham as the President of GNTC!

Dr. Heidi Popham has worked for Georgia Northwestern Technical College for more than 23 years. Her career at the college began when she was hired as the Executive Assistant to the President. Since then, Popham gained significant leadership experience having held positions as Director of Institutional Effectiveness, Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness, and in her latest role as Executive Vice President.

Popham holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Management from Covenant College, a Master of Education degree from the University of Georgia, and a Doctor of Education degree from the University of Georgia. Popham assumed her new on June 16th.
Georgia Small Business Survey
Georgians First Commission was established by Governor Brian Kemp with the goal of cutting red-tape and streamlining government for small business. To achieve this goal, the Commission needs to hear directly from you. 

Please take 10 minutes to complete the survey below and share your thoughts, ideas, and comments on how Georgia can better serve small businesses. Your input is incredibly valuable and will guide the work and recommendations of the Commission.
Good Morning Dalton:
State of the Community
Employers in the Know 2019
“Employers in the Know 2019” Business Summit is scheduled for
August 28th, 2019
Northwest GA College and Career Academy
2300 Maddox Chapel Rd., N. E.
Dalton, GA 30721

"Employers in the Know 2019" will provide information for managers, human resources professionals, business owners and supervisors seeking guidance and tips for handling management, compliance and operational challenges.

This annual event will provide an opportunity to meet and hear from Commissioner of Labor, Mark Butler, receive valuable information from legal experts, learn more about sexual harassment from a management view, listen to updates on unemployment insurance, and find out about GeorgiaBEST@Work.
This program has been approved for 5.25 continuing education hours
under SHRM-HRCI. To register, click the link below.
Wright School of Business
Save the Date
C. Lamar and Ann Wright School of Business Ribbon Cutting
Thursday September 5, 2019
4:00 p.m.
Memorial Hall on DSC Campus

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2019 Sponsors