The Emporium Ribbon Cutting
Join the members of Honest Alley Exchange on Friday, January 28, at 4:00PM for the official ribbon cutting for The Emporium, an eclectic retailer of personal products, home decor and the Lawrenceville Fresh Mart and Cafe Read More
Leadership DeKalb to Host Open Houses for Prospective Members
Events Scheduled for February and March in Decatur, Lithonia and Chamblee. Read More
AMA Collegiate Conference and Job Fair is a "Must Attend" for College Graduates
Excited about the anticipation of college graduation and beginning your professional career in Marketing? Although this is an important milestone in your life, you must remember you will be competing with thousands of graduates just like you. Read More
New Loan Pool for Rural North Georgia Businesses
Loans up to $50,000 for businesses with fewer than 10 employees Read More
Two Weeks to Launch, SoCon11 Already a Success
With only two weeks to go until the kick-off of SoCon11 a select number of tickets are still available. Read More
"The Race for Racial Understanding" Open Public Forum on January 26, 2011
In this new era of change in our society, The National Center for Civil and Human Rights joined forces with the Trumpet Awards Foundation to create a forum to discuss the subject of race. Read More
Sales Center Opens at Burnt Hickory Township in West Cobb
Acadia Homes & Neighborhoods announced today that its sales center is now open at its Burnt Hickory Township community in West Cobb. The builder also announced that it has begun construction on two new floorplans: The Carlisl Read More
Private Bank of Buckhead's Crawford recognized for community contributions
Private Bank of Buckhead's Charlie Crawford has been selected by the Buckhead Business Association (www.buckheadbusiness.org) as the 2010 honoree for the Bullish on Buckhead Award. Read More
Fellowship in Leadership for Physicians
Coles Executive Education Programs launches Fellowship in Leadership for Physicians in January Read More
"Constant Triumph" by IngridMwangiRober tHutteron View at Spelman College Beginning Feb. 4
IngridMwangiRobertHutter explores the notion of race, gender and cultural heritage through photography, performance, video and installation. Read More
Ignatius House Hosts Winter Weekend Silent Retreats
This February, retreat center Ignatius House offers 3 winter weekend retreats and 1, 5-day individual retreat for men and women of all faiths and backgrounds. www.ignatiushouse.org Read More
Atlanta Ad Club Hosts The American Advertising Federation ADDY Awards
Get your Tickets NOW! Don't miss this exciting, premiere awards program and celebration. Atlanta ADDY Awards 2011 is designed to recognize the best innovative ideas in the advertising industry. Read More
Puttin' On The Ritz -- Variety Show & Benefit Gala - Feb 12
"Black tie optional" gala and variety show of song and dance at the Strand Theatre (Marietta) to benefit the Humane Society of Cobb County. Saturday, Feb 12, 6:30 PM, catered reception/cash bar, 8:00 PM stage show. Read More
Learn about Changes to Georgia's Tax Code at Pocketbook Politics Luncheon Jan. 28
Pocketbook Politics Luncheon Jan. 28 at City Club of Buckhead Features Economist Dr. Roger Tutterow and State Rep. Chuck Martin Read More
Cheryl Tiegs to Visit Atlanta for Cambria 2011 Color Launch
Construction Resources and Atlanta Kitchen are pleased to welcome Cambria brand advocate, model and actress Cheryl Tiegs to Atlanta on Feb. 3 for Cambria's 2011 Color Launch Party. Read More
An Evening with Max Cleland
Max Cleland, Secretary of the American Battle Monuments Commission and former U.S. Senator from Georgia will speak at a special evening program on Monday, February 7. Cleland will sign copies of his book, Heart of a Partriot. Read More
Georgia's House Speaker Discusses What's Happening Under the Gold Dome
Georgia's House Speaker David Ralston (R-Blue Ridge), will be the featured guest at the Atlanta Press Club Newsmaker Luncheon on Thursday, February 17. Read More
Percentage of time the average first year college student spends socializing, recreation and sleeping: 75%.
Percentage spent studying: 7%.
(Time)
Number of TV sets connected to the Web in 2010: 3.2 million.
Projected for 2011: 5.2 million.
Projected for 2014: 16.3 million.
(Broadcasting and Cable)
Amount baby boomers will receive through inheritances in their lifetimes: $11.6 trillion.
Average per person: $64,000.
(MetLife)
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Words to know: an SEO and social media glossary
In the grand scheme of things, you could say interactive marketing is a young industry. The concept is no doubt important and effective for businesses, and it’s definitely not going anywhere, anytime soon.
A lot of acronyms and concepts are often thrown around in conversation, but to really be successful, it's helpful to know what you're talking about. We’ve compiled a list of some of the more frequently used and confused.
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PODCAST: How tough decisions make a leader with Home Depot CEO Frank Blake
Thu, 27 Jan 2011
Home Depot Chairman and CEO Frank Blake had to make some tough decisions when he took over the company, and they’re decisions you may need to make in your job, as well.
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