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October 16, 2026

FROM OUR SPONSOR

Work ON your business,

not just in it!

The UGA SBDC at Kennesaw State University offers educational programs for small business owners and key employees on a variety of topics. An economical and convenient way to learn new skills and educate your employees. Check out all of our available training programs on our Facebook Events.

Upcoming Programs:

Your Guide to Storytelling Marketing

Storytelling is more than a business buzzword— it’s a practice that requires time and skill. You know a good story when you hear one, but how do you use narratives to grow your company and fulfill your mission? Your audience needs what you offer, they just don’t realize it yet.

In this Marketing Monday webinar, Your Guide to Small Business Storytelling, Robert Carnes, Author and Marketing Strategist, explains how to shape a clear narrative that invites your prospective and existing customers to listen and engage. Storytelling Marketing involves using a narrative to communicate a message so the consumer will be inspired to take action.

Storytelling in marketing helps consumers to understand why they should care about your brand. Stop struggling with marketing and embrace a path toward better storytelling.

When: Monday, October 19

10 - 11 AM

Where: Convenient webinar.

All who registered will receive a link to the live recording the day after the webinar.

Cost: $29

Sponsored by FranNet and

Abraxas Business Services

FROM YOUR CHAMBER

The Butcher and Bottle -

Ball Ground

Restaurants, Catering Services, Events, Party | Event Planning, and

Tap Room & Wine Bar

Stratus Rock Technologies

Information Technology Services and Network Managed Services

It's exciting to celebrate

with our Chamber members!

Click here to view recent ceremonies.

If you would like to schedule a ribbon cutting or ground breaking, please reach out to Jenna Grzesik, Membership Manager, at Membership@CherokeeChamber.com.

CHAMBER NUGGET

Jason Blakey has been involved with the Chamber for over 12 years and is now retired. In his time with the Chamber, he says he created business relationships and received tremendous personal support from members while recovering from a stroke.

He said, "I love to engage with people and enjoy playing golf, which is good therapy that makes a difference. Being with my family and supporting them is the best." His favorite initiative/program is Leadership Cherokee. He cites the words to describe the Chamber and himself as "Leadership" and "Onward."

Duane Jones is a Service Advisor with Killian Automotive and has been involved with the Chamber for five years. His favorite program/initiative is Good Morning Cherokee because he enjoys talking to friends and potential members, and the sponsor presentations are always very informative and enjoyable. He has made countless business contacts and personal friendships through the Chamber as well as secured his current job. Duane and his wife Jennifer have a son Nicholas and a daughter Haven, as well as an Australian Shepherd named Mia. Their family enjoys being outside, hiking, and spending time together. He describes the Chamber as "Family" and himself as "Dedicated."