Atlanta to Celebrate 20th Anniversary of the Race For The Cure
This year marks the 20th Anniversary of Atlanta's Race for the Cure! Komen Atlanta will be honoring the very 1st Atlanta Race Chair and Board President as well as reigning Miss Georgia, Emily Cook. These special supporters will officially start the Race on May 8th, 2010. Read More
MundoHispáni coNewsroom Wins Multiple Journalism Awards
MundoHispánico, Georgia's oldest and largest Spanish-language newspaper, has received multiple awards for journalistic excellence. These awards include: The José Martí Publishing Awards, the Compañeros Award for Media Excellence and the Salvation Army of Georgia. Read More
Kathy Carter Headlines Women in Sports and Events Anniversary Event on April 13
Kathy Carter, FIFA Board Member and Vice President at Soccer United Marketing/Major League Soccer will be the featured speaker at Atlanta's Women in Sports and Events' 6th Annual Anniversary Luncheon on April 13. More at: http://bit.ly/aEe3J9. Read More
The Finance Officer's Role In Doing More with Less
Save on the Government Finance Officers Association's (GFOA) 104th Annual Conference when you register by April 16, 2010. Read More
Private Bank of Buckhead enhances management team
Having recently begun its fourth year, Private Bank of Buckhead (PBB) continues its growth and expansion. The bank's Brent Adams has been promoted to Executive Vice President, and will serve as Senior Banking Officer. www.PrivateBankOfBuckhead.com Read More
Womenetics POW! Award Honoree Spotlight Kate Atwood and Kathy Betty
Learn more about Kate Atwood, Founder, Kate's Club and Kathy Betty, Owner, Atlanta Dream Read More
Women Leaders in Technology Bring Practical Inspiration to 14th Annual Possible Woman Leadership Conference
With Donna Brazile and other dynamic speakers, presentations and exhibits, the 2010 Possible Woman Conference, April 20 at Atlanta Marriott Marquis, offers exciting opportunities for all Read More
Fight for Air and Climb Atlanta!
It's more than a walk. It's more than a run. It's a chance to go vertical with hundreds of participants in the American Lung Association's 2010 Fight For Air Climb Atlanta Read More
May Monthly Luncheon - Hospitality History by Holiday Inn: The Story Behind An Iconic Brand's Re-launch
In the midst of economic uncertainty, the brand's parent company, IHG, announced a global re-launch of Holiday Inn beginning in 2007 to be completed by 2010. Francie Schulwolf, vice president of Corporate Communications for the Americas division of IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) PLC, will discuss how and why public relations was central to the IHG global team's strategy for consistent brand delivery, Read More
Chief Digital Officer, Goodby Silverstein & Partners, Discusses How To Strengthen Agencies Digital Offerings
Mike Geiger, Chief Digital Officer at Goody Silverstein & Partners (San Francisco), will be the featured speaker at the Atlanta Ad Club on Thursday, April 22nd. Read More
Give & You Could Receive a Bloomingdale's Gift Basket, Atlanta Daybook Gifts & More!
Businesses -Help raise money for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team in Training, and receive something in return. Business Donors - For any donation of $300 or more, you will each receive 2 Feature story publish dates on Atlanta Daybook to be used at your leisure. So spend your marketing dollar, and deduct it as well! Read More
How do you choose where to spend your marketing dollars with more platforms to consider?
April AMA Signature Luncheon: The Real Marketing Mix; This panel session will have 3 seasoned B2B and B2C marketing professionals discussing how they achieve the best marketing mix—and change it--given shifts in the economy, their industry, and marketing itself. Read More
A Legacy of Leadership - A Tribute to Atlanta City Councilman Jim Maddox
The City of Atlanta is proud to honor retired Atlanta City Council Jim Maddox for his dedicated, committed and tireless service to the citizens of our great city. Affectionately referred to as the Dean of the Council, Jim Maddox's 32 years of public service gives him the distinction of being the longest-serving elected official in Atlanta history. Read More
The Kolter Group announces Cresswind at Lake Lanier
The Kolter Group, LLC, announces Cresswind at Lake Lanier, a new exclusive waterfront community, north of Atlanta in Gainesville. To commemorate the grand opening, the resort-inspired, active adult community will host an island-themed celebration on April 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. that is open to the public. Read More
Kennesaw State University's Next Certified Managerial Coach Program Starts May 15!
The effectiveness of talent development within an organization is a critical determinant of the degree of competitiveness in the current business environment. Register today for Kennesaw State University's next Certified Managerial Coach Program starting May 15, 2010. Read More
Keep the Faith: New Power Wise program guides Congregations to Save Precious Energy
Have you ever thought about the tons of smog generated, or the tremendous cost of heating and cooling Georgia's 16,000 churches and places of worship? Georgia Interfaith Power and Light (GIPL) has. Read More
WSB-TV, UGA Announce Bulldogs GameWeek
WSB-TV and the University of Georgia Athletic Association announce a new partnership making Channel 2 the "Official Station of the Georgia Bulldogs." Read More
100 Black Men of Atlanta will Present Atlantans on the Move Awards at the Annual President's Breakfast April 22, 2010
President Milton H. Jones, Jr. to conduct 2010 Stakeholders & Community Briefing as 100 Member and CNN Anchor T.J. Holmes presides over event as Masters of Ceremonies Read More
Buckhead businessman among top 10 in industry internationally
For the second year in a row M. Bryan Freeman was among those honored as one of the 10 most influential people in the life settlement industry internationally. www.HabershamFunding.com Read More
Beginner and Advanced Level Social Media BootCamps Taught by Experts
Whether you are a beginner or something of a social media expert yourself, we have a bootcamp designed just for you -- taught by the experts. Beginner Level BootCamp by Marla Erwin of Whole Foods and Advanced Level BootCamp by Olivier Blanchard of The Brand Builder. Read More
The LeWow Evening of Jazz
This sensational night of music will benefit ALS of Georgia, The Emory ALS Center and Deborah Lewow Read More
Channel 2 WSB-TV Celebrates Excellence In Georgia High Schools
WSB-TV, Channel 2 celebrates excellence in Georgia high school musical theatre Friday night at 8 p.m. Read More
A Conversation With Braves' Manager Bobby Cox at The Atlanta Press Club
As Bobby Cox starts his final season managing the Atlanta Braves, he will share thoughts on his career with retired sports columnist Furman Bisher at an Atlanta Press Club Newsmaker Luncheon on April 21. Crawford Media Services is the presenting sponsor of this event. Read More
Long-time community leader, non-profit executive enters commission race
Joan Garner has announced she is seeking the Fulton County District 6 seat. The seat is currently held by Nancy Boxill, who after 23 years on the Commission has announced her decision not to seek a sixth term. www.GarnerForCommissioner.com Read More
Social Media for Green and Sustainable Business - April 14, 2010
Social Media is here to stay, and it is not just one more marketing Channel. It is a completely new ball game. We will discuss integrating Social Media into your current marketing, measuring ROI, Green in Social Media and talk about tools that make it easier and more manageable. Read More
BMA April Event and Workshop: How Contagious Content Puts B2B Companies in Buyers' Conversations
Ardath Albee, author of the popular new book, eMarketing Strategies for the Complex Sale and CEO of her firm Marketing Interactions, will share insights, tips and case studies about how to create and use content that facilitates sales conversations. Read More
Atlanta City Councilmember Carla Smith hosts The City of Atlanta's Electronic Waste Recycling Day 2010
Atlanta City Councilmember Carla Smith and the City of Atlanta has partnered with Atlanta Recycling Solutions (ARS) to collect and recycle computers and other household electronics. Residents can bring their items to the Blue Lot at Turner Field from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 24th during the city's 2010 Electronic Waste Recycling Day. Read More
Construction Resources Celebrates 40 Years of Business
Construction Resources, Inc. is celebrating its 40th Anniversary by offering a free stainless steel sink with a countertop purchase of 40 square feet or more. Read More
Atlanta Photographic Society Turns 40
The Atlanta Photographic Society (APS), the city's venerable, longest established photography club, celebrates its 40th anniversary Thursday, April 22, at 7:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Atlanta. Read More
Saint Joseph's and Piedmont Talk Partnership
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Number of display ads in Facebook during the first three months of 2010: 176 billion.
Amount fo sales conducted on PayPal in 2009: $60 billion.
Amount of that from Zynga (Farmville and other games): $500 million
(Forbes)
Number of items on the Starbucks menu through August 31: 70.
As of September 1: 25
Number of Starbucks outlets: 1,000
Number with drive-thrus: 335
(USA Today)
Number of people who have put down a deposit to buy a Terrafugia Transition flying car when it goes on sale later this year: 80.
Amount each vehicle will sell for: $194.000.
"What comes with ease goes with ease."
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How leadership built a church in rural west Georgia
A story for the season: the lesson I learned about how leadership built a church in rural west Georgia. Read Richard Warner's full blog post here....
4 B2B best practices from BtoB Magazine's NetMarketing Series
BtoB Magazine’s NetMarketing breakfast series stopped in Atlanta last week, and our team was there. Bright and early at the Four Seasons hotel in Midtown, we were excited to sit down and hear from four kickass B2B marketers:
Tara Bianco of SPX Corp.
Nicole Lipson of Georgia-Pacific Gypsum
Liz McClellan of Sage Software, Inc.
Rachel Spasser of Ariba, Inc.
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