Atlanta becomes unlikely center of Passive House activity
A small group of enthusiasts in Atlanta are beating the drum for a revolutionary way to build homes in the U.S. But will the Passive House concept -- super-insulated, passive-solar homes -- ever take off in the sunny South? Read More
Award-Winning Organists Perform at Spelman for Annual Recital Series
Enjoy the ever-present artistry and virtuosity of Timothy Albrecht, Emory University organist, during the 2011 Harreld-James Organ Recital Series, Sunday, Feb. 27, at 4 PM at Spelman College Read More
Green Chamber of the South Winter Mixer 2011
Come socialize, mix and mingle with other businesses in the sustainability arena. Read More
Ray Hutton of TBS to Speak at the FEI Monthly Meeting
Join FEI-Atlanta on Tuesday, Feb 22 to hear Ray Hutton, EVP and CFO of TBS International, Inc. on the challenges and successes of leading a worldwide finance team. Read More
Womenetics Presents Health, Heart and Humor: The Attitude for Successful Leadership
Join Womenetics on Wed, February 23 to take a lighter look at a serious subject - how incorporating humor can enhance every woman's physical well being and workplace leadership effectiveness. Read More
Fast-growing Carroll Organization Adds Vice President of Construction Management
Carroll Organization is an Atlanta-based multifaceted enterprise focusing on the ownership and operation of multifamily real estate. Read More
Cameron Springs In Hiram Offers Ideal Location, Pricing
Wilson Parker, one of Atlanta's newest builders believes that quality construction and quality pricing are equally important. With that in mind, the builder has wasted no time passing savings on to its homebuyers. Read More
NEA/MEA Names Melinda Benton to Serve as CEO
National Electronic Attachment/Medical Electronic Attachment (NEA / MEA) announced that its board of directors has named Melinda (Lindy) Benton to serve as the company's chief executive officer. Read More
Parents Palooza - the Ultimate Family Expo!
Parents Palooza - The Expo for All Things Parent - Fun for Kids - February 26 & 27, 2011 - Cobb Galleria Centre - FREE Parking Read More
You Can Do This! Marietta Learning Center Promotes Biz Ed for Single Moms
Starting a business outside the home as a single mom of young children is not a piece of cake. But if you're into hard work, long hours and tantrums, Lisa Richardson will show you how she's done it. Read More
Enjoy a Romantic Date Night with Romantic Film Screenings at Rockledge Apartments
In honor of Valentine's Day, Rockledge, the premier Marietta apartments located on the Chattahoochee River, is showing romantic films throughout the month of February in its 80-seat movie theater. Read More
Join IABC/Atlanta for Breakfast and Learn About Kia Motors' Winning Culture
Corrine Hodges with the Kia PR team will share insights about the corporate culture, leadership, and communication methods at this fast growing auto company on Tuesday, Feb. 22, at Lobby Bar and Bistro in Atlantic Station. Read More
Tips From A Success Story
At Atlanta Women's Network, one of the things we do best is learn from each other. At this month's luncheon, we'll hear business owner Mary Parker's success story, and take home lessons we can put to use immediately. Read More
Digital Coupons Trending
According to the Coupons.com Digital Coupons Trends Report for 2010, more than $1.2 billion in digital coupons savings was issued in 2010, representing a 41% growth over the year before. Digital coupons dramatically outpaced the growth of their newspaper counterparts compared to coupons distributed in newspapers of 7%.
(Coupons.com)
Financial Comfort
Only 31% of Americans believe they could live comfortably on something less than $50,000 a year, though the median family income is now about $52,000. But 62% say they would need $50,000 or more to achieve a comfortable lifestyle.
In a 1987 USA Today poll, just 8% of Americans believed they would need $100,000 or more to live comfortably, while 56% thought they could achieve that on something less than $50,000.
(USA Today/Gallup Poll)
Underemployment
- Over 317,000 restaurant servers have bachelor’s degrees
- Almost 500,000 customer service representatives have bachelor’s degrees
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