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Tony McGaughey/Ampirix

Tony McGaughey is a Managing Advisor with Ampirix, an Atlanta-based management consulting firm, where he focuses primarily on email and social media marketing services. In this capacity, Tony has developed a particular focus on LinkedIn and its use as a lead generation source.

Tony is a native of Atlanta and received his undergraduate degree in History from Georgia State University in 1990. Having worked at United Parcel Service during college, Tony spent the next 5 years with them rising to the position of Delivery Information Manager for the Georgia District. He has spent the last 17 years working in technology consulting in various capacities from marketing to product management. Over the last five years he served as the Director of Sales and Marketing for ARC (NYSE: ARC), an international construction data services firm where he was responsible for all email and social media marketing in addition to launching the new company website.

Collette Taylor/D&W Solutions Email Marketing, LLC

Collette M. Taylor is the owner of D&W Solutions Email Marketing, LLC. Her mission is to help small businesses and organizations promote themselves and build strong relationships, easily and affordably.

As a Constant Contact Authorized Local Expert and long-time customer, Collette teaches business owners and non-profit organizations essential strategies and best practices of engagement marketing. She also uses the provider’s online tools as part of her clients’ overall marketing plan. Collette has spent many years as an entrepreneur, and she has corporate experience in management, sales, marketing and customer service. She is also the owner of Dots & Wiggles Pet Apparel, LLC, an online pet clothing store that features designer dog clothes and accessories.

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Lanelle Henderson/Guest Co-Host

Lanelle Henderson, Regional Development Director at Constant Contact, is a marketing expert and passionate entrepreneur with more than 18 years of experience helping small businesses, non-profits and associations apply the power of relationship marketing to grow their organization. She has worked with hundreds of Georgia entrepreneurs – ranging from novice to seasoned marketers – on how to grow their customer or member base through sharp business practices and smart online marketing programs, including email marketing, event marketing and social media marketing. An active member of the Georgia business community, Lanelle is a popular speaker and trainer on marketing and business topics with a special interest in hospitality, community and education, and a focus on empowering women.

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LaSonya Berry/McPherson, Berry & Associates, Inc.


December Newsletter Article

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Lanelle Henderson with Constant Contact

In November, BusinessRadioX®’s High Velocity Radio welcomed back to the studio Lanelle Henderson with Constant Contact. Henderson served as guest co-host on a five-part series highlighting clients and best practices with Contact Contact.

Lanelle Henderson is a Regional Development Director at Constant Contact. She is a marketing expert and passionate entrepreneur with more than 18 years of experience helping small businesses, non-profits and associations apply the power of relationship marketing to grow their organization. Henderson has worked with hundreds of Georgia entrepreneurs – ranging from novice to seasoned marketers – on how to grow their customer or member base through sharp business practices and smart online marketing programs, including email marketing, event marketing and social media marketing. An active member of the Georgia business community, Henderson is a popular speaker and trainer on marketing and business topics with a special interest in hospitality, community and education, and a focus on empowering women.

Show topics focused on Email Marketing, EventSpot and Social Media.  Henderson’s guests highlighted the many ways their businesses use Constant Contact and the benefits of internet marketing.

To listen to this series of episodes, please visit High Velocity Radio.

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Spotlight on Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce

On November 12, 2012, co-hosts Stone Payton and Lee Kantor broadcast a special edition of BusinessRadioX®’s High Velocity Radio to spotlight the Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce. Executive Director Debbie Fuse introduced Karen Cannon from Karen Cannon Realtors to talk about their partnership through the Chamber.

The Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to the ongoing economic growth and success of Dunwoody businesses. By fostering its businesses, the Chamber strives to be the visionary leader and partner in establishing Dunwoody as a vibrant place to do business, work and play.

According to Fuse, “We accomplish these goals by building an image of skill, honesty, transparency and trust, while keeping the best interest of the unique Dunwoody community at the center of our endeavors.”

Karen Cannon is the Co-Founder and Principal of Karen Cannon Realtors, Inc., a dynamic and results-driven firm that continues to grow year-over-year despite a challenging marketplace. As both a business owner and a resident, Cannon has unmatched knowledge of the Sandy Springs and Dunwoody real estate market and is the absolute authority on buying and selling in the local community.

Cannon’s firm is a faithful member of the Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce. According to Cannon, “As members of the Dunwoody Chamber, we find it valuable to be able to connect to people in the community.” She went on to further explain that Karen Cannon Realtors judges its return on investment through Chamber membership by the connections made in the community, as well as getting to know the community better.

In August of this year, Cannon became co-chair of the “Chamber in Heels” committee, a women’s network for professionals. The Chamber in Heels offers its participants business opportunities, fundraising events, and outreach programs.

To hear more about the Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce and Karen Cannon Realtors, tune in to High Velocity Radio.

Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce Special Edition

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Debbie Fuse/Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce

Debbie Fuse is the Executive Director of the Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce. Debbie’s background was in sales management, and sales to the construction industry. Prior to that, she held positions in management in the hotel and restaurant industry. She led highly successful sales teams in the Southeast – from 11-28 sales reps with each position – and requirements of traveling up to 80% of her time. After two downsizings, she decided to redirect her focus locally and work within the community where she lives. She’s been in Dunwoody for 14 years after moving from the Baltimore area.

Karen Cannon/Karen Cannon Realtors, Inc.

Karen Cannon is the Co-Founder and Principal of Karen Cannon Realtors, Inc., a dynamic and results-driven firm that continues to grow year-over-year despite a challenging marketplace. As both a business owner and a resident, Karen has unmatched knowledge of the Sandy Springs and Dunwoody real estate market and is the absolute authority on buying and selling in the local community.

The firm leverages its ties with the community to serve its clients, using a local network of thousands of contacts to connect buyers and sellers. On average, Karen Cannon Realtors listings stay on the market for only 28 days and Karen regularly brings buyers and sellers together before properties are even listed.

Karen and her team at Karen Cannon Realtors provide clients with a full-service experience, offering expertise in staging, marketing, home inspection and contract negotiation. The business is primarily referral-based, a direct result of exceptional client service.

Karen is a lifetime member of the Multi-Million Dollar Club, a member of the Atlanta Board of Realtors and currently serves co-chairwoman of the Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce “Chamber in Heels” committee. Prior to founding Karen Cannon Realtors, Karen worked for the technology research company Gartner Inc., where she called on Fortune 500 companies including Coca-Cola, UPS and Home Depot. She received a Bachelor of Science in Management with a concentration in finance from Tulane University.

John Lundeen/Coro Realty Advisors, LLC

In 1997 John Lundeen, along with Joachim Herz, founded Coro Realty Advisors, LLC. John has served as its President and Managing Partner since its inception. Under hisleadership, Coro has grown into a Real Estate Advisory and Development Company that currently oversees a portfolio valued in excess of $750 million. From 1975 to 1997, John was employed by Branch Properties, L.P. ultimately rising to Executive Vice President and General Partner. During his tenure at Branch his responsibilities included Property Acquisitions and Dispositions, Asset Management, Development and overseeing in excess of 2,000,000 square feet of commercial assets.

John received a Bachelor of Science in Real Estate Development for George State University. He is an active board member in both the Perimeter CID and Buckhead CID, International Council of Shopping Centers, Commercial Board of Realtors, holds a Georgia Brokers License and has been designated a Counselor of Real Estate by the National Board of Realtors.

Ryan Goldstein/RG Real Estate

Ryan Goldstein is a Commercial Real Estate Broker specializing in office leasing and sales. Before the founding of RG Real Estate, Ryan was a Vice President in the brokerage division of Ackerman & Co. He brings 12 years of commercial leasing and sales experience focusing on tenant and owner representation.

Ryan provides brokerage services to a number of prominent local and national companies, providing solutions in a variety of areas including lease negotiation, space evaluation, tenant and landlord representation, survey and analysis of available properties, investment acquisitions and dispositions, real estate advisory services, and marketing solutions. In addition, he also specializes in project leasing, investment sales, and acquisitions geared towards private investors. He has leased and sold a wide variety of office properties, including single-story, multi-story, net and gross leased facilities ranging from 10,000 to 200,000 square feet.

Constant Contact Special Edition: Social Media

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Rebecca McClain/RM Enterprises

Rebecca McClain is the Founder of RM Enterprises an experienced Certified Business Coach, with a strong business background, and a history of helping clients create great results.

She works with entrepreneurs, coaches, consultants, experts and service professionals to help bundle up their gifts, talents, wisdom, experiences into a business model that gives them the freedom to be true to themselves in a big way, to contribute to others in meaning ways, and to prosper and to profit as an outcome of the difference they make. Her purpose is to raise the bar of their own expectations beyond what they may see possible at the moment, and to help them take big, bold action once those possibilities have been revealed.

As a Constant Contact Authorized Local Expert, Rebecca is able to leverage her many years as a Constant Contact customer to help audiences and clients accelerate the growth of their businesses using the various engagement marketing tools.

Ken Fehner/The Social Gloo

Ken Fehner is a Constant Contact “Authorized Local Expert” and the owner of The Social Gloo, a new media marketing company with over 20 years of experience with traditional marketing channels. Unlike many marketing companies adding social media to their list of services, The Social Gloo is a social media company first. The Social Gloo specializes in social media and reputation management for businesses, including Facebook management and design, Twitter management and design, LinkedIn management as well as website design and traditional advertising and promotion.

Constant Contact Special Edition: EventSpot

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Lanelle Henderson/Guest Co-Host

Lanelle Henderson, Regional Development Director at Constant Contact, is a marketing expert and passionate entrepreneur with more than 18 years of experience helping small businesses, non-profits and associations apply the power of relationship marketing to grow their organization. She has worked with hundreds of Georgia entrepreneurs – ranging from novice to seasoned marketers – on how to grow their customer or member base through sharp business practices and smart online marketing programs, including email marketing, event marketing and social media marketing. An active member of the Georgia business community, Lanelle is a popular speaker and trainer on marketing and business topics with a special interest in hospitality, community and education, and a focus on empowering women.

Dwight Willis/Trinity Training Center of Atlanta, LLC

Dwight Willis is an HR/Employee Relations Specialist known for his determined and unyielding advocacy for employees within the mental health sector. Due to the demands and conditions that most mental health and social service employees experience, Dwight has focused the majority of his work experience being a hands-on leader, developing employee wellness initiatives, coaching and counseling employees regarding work and personal issues, and assisting leaders to understand the benefits of positive employee-employer relationships. Most recently, Dwight was the HR Director (sole HR staff) of a mental health agency with a staff of up to 103; some of his duties included recruiting/selection, coordinating training and development opportunities, payroll, benefits administration, and developing policies and procedures. Upon graduating from Georgia State University, Dwight has worked in Human Resources since 2003 with the Social Security Administration and with various mental health agencies since 2007. Currently, Dwight is attending Argosy University pursuing a Master’s degree in Industrial Organizational Psychology.

With the skills and experiences that Dwight has under his belt, developing and pursuing Trinity Training Center has been a persistent goal of his. Trinity Training will, in essence, encompass all of his talents including event coordination, management, interviewing, graphic design, as well as an understanding of current trends of mental health and the needs of clinicians throughout the state.

Nikki Turpeaux/Archangel Tactical

Nikke Turpeaux is the Owner and Director of Women’s Programs with Archangel Tactical. Nikki is a native Texan, having grown up in Houston, Texas and graduating from the University of Houston. In 1995, Nikki represented the City of Houston, as Ms. Houston and was a Top Ten Finalist for Ms. Texas, in the Ms. America Scholarship Pageant. Following her graduation from college, Nikki had a successful career in the fields of Insurance and Premium Finance, and relocated to Atlanta.

After taking an Introduction to Handguns course at a local range in 2010, Nikki found a new passion and continued to develop her skill and knowledge of firearms. Since 2010, Nikki has attended various training courses, to include the world renowned Roger’s Shooting School in Ellijay, Ga., where she was the first female to shoot a perfect score in the school’s challenging Urban Rifle Course. In 2011, Nikki decided to leave Corporate America and founded Archangel Tactical. Since then, Nikki has trained hundreds of men and women, created the Get a G.R.I.PTM Ladies Personal Defense System, as well as, participating in numerous IDPA, 3 Gun and Tactical matches. Last year she was asked to film the first Women’s Concealed Carry Instructional DVD for the Personal Defense Network. She will be featured in an article in Combat Handguns Magazine in March of 2013 & will also be interviewed by the European Media about her Women’s GRIP Program later this month.

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Lanelle Henderson/Guest Co-Host

Lanelle Henderson, Regional Development Director at Constant Contact, is a marketing expert and passionate entrepreneur with more than 18 years of experience helping small businesses, non-profits and associations apply the power of relationship marketing to grow their organization. She has worked with hundreds of Georgia entrepreneurs – ranging from novice to seasoned marketers – on how to grow their customer or member base through sharp business practices and smart online marketing programs, including email marketing, event marketing and social media marketing. An active member of the Georgia business community, Lanelle is a popular speaker and trainer on marketing and business topics with a special interest in hospitality, community and education, and a focus on empowering women.

T.J. Liles/Pigtails & Crewcuts

As Director of Marketing and Franchise Support for Pigtails & Crewcuts, T.J. Liles handles many of the day-to-day questions that arise with franchise owners. In addition, he helps franchisees develop localized marketing plans, create brand integrity throughout the system, ensure a consistent Pigtails & Crewcuts experience, train salon staff and design the franchisor strategy. T.J. travels across the nation to different franchise locations to assist with salon openings and perform annual audits.

Prior to joining Pigtails & Crewcuts, T.J. was owner and principle consultant of The Three Group, LLC, which focused on small business support and development in the metro-Atlanta area. In addition, he worked at Delta Air Lines, Inc. from 1997 until 2009, serving in a variety of capacities, which ranged from a program manager in process improvement to manager of product development and merchandising.

Melissa Pelfrey/Dove Chocolate Discoveries

Melissa Pelfrey is Senior Manager and Independent Chocolatier in the Southeast for Dove Chocolate Discoveries, the new social network. What better way to gather friends together and have fun than at a Chocolate Tasting Party.

Through Dove Chocolate Discoveries Melissa has helped her hostesses earn free products, begin their own chocolate business, build friendships nationwide, as well as build an executive team.

Since joining Dove Chocolate Discoveries in February of 2009, Melissa has been a speaker at their 2011 National Convention and at the President Leadership Conference in 2012. She has also won national awards from Dove Chocolate Discoveries, including being one of four Chocolatiers to earn The Circle of Excellence Award in 2011.

Jenny Lynn Anderson/Self-Published Author

Sexual Assault Survivor, Author and Inspirational Speaker Jenny Lynn Anderson discusses how she turned tragedy into triumph through the release of her book, “Room 939: 15 Minutes of Horror, 20 Years of Healing.”

Jenny Lynn Anderson’s inspiring story of how she survived a brutal sexual assault and turned tragedy into triumph will help anyone who has ever struggled with the question, “Why me God?”

“Room 939…15 Minutes of Horror, 20 Years of Healing”, Anderson’s debut into the publishing world, offers readers the travails of her futile attempts to achieve restoration on her own. Two decades of searching for the release from her suffering finally led her to the spiritual truths that would eventually free this 48-year-old from bondage.

Jenny Lynn’s words will resound in the heart of anyone who has experienced suffering at the hands of another human being.

Serenbe Afternoon in the Country: Stacy Zeigler with Les Dames d’Escoffier, Michael Wall with Georgia Organics, Marie Nygren with The Farmhouse Restaurant and Sue Anne Morgan with ideaLand

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Stacy Zeigler/Les Dames d’Escoffier

Stacy Zeigler is the Chapter President of Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI) Atlanta.  LDEI is a worldwide society of women dedicated to creating a culture in the community that fosters excellence and promotes the achievement of women in culinary professions through educational and charitable activities. Atlanta Dames include chefs, restaurateurs, caterers, retailers, event planners, cookbook authors, food journalists and historians, winemakers and wine industry professionals, food publicists, culinary educators and hospitality executives. Atlanta was founded in 1996 and is one of the 28 International Chapters.

Michael Wall/Georgia Organics

Michael Wall, a seventh-generation Georgian, has been the communication director atGeorgia Organics since December 2008. He has previously served in public relations as the Atlanta Regional Commission and Georgia State University. Before that, he worked as a reporter for Creative Loafing, the Atlanta Business Chronicle, the Virgin Islands Daily News, and the Morgan County Citizen. He’s won awards from the Society for Professional Journalists and the American City Business Journals for business and environmental reporting.

Les Dames d’Escoffier and Georgia Organics have been partners in what is called the “good food movement” for more than a decade. Les Dames’ support has been vital in the work Georgia Organics undertakes to increase the number of organic farmers, the number of consumers eating organic, local food, and the number of children participating in farm to school programs.

Marie Nygren/The Farmhouse Restaurant

Marie Nygren is the Owner and Head Chef of The Farmhouse Restaurant.  The Farmhouse, located in the Inn at Serenbe, has received much critical acclaim, including a glowing review in the New York Times, for its farm-to-table approach—serving beloved recipes made with farm-fresh organic ingredients grown just steps away. Marie, who founded Serenbe with her husband Steve, and operated it with the family as a bed-and-breakfast before the community developed, returns to her kitchen in the historic home as proprietress to guide the art of southern cuisine utilizing local products.

Sue Anne Morgan/ideaLand

Sue Anne Morgan is with ideaLand, producer of Serenbe Afternoon in the Country.  The elite Afternoon in the Country event is in its 12th year as a much-anticipated fall food and wine tasting fundraiser. It includes inspired tastings by 85 of the area’s renowned culinary artists, paired with local farmers, and joined by top winemakers and brewers under festive big-top tents with live music, the famous cake raffle, huge silent auction and children’s activities. Proceeds benefit Georgia Organics, Wholesome Wave and the scholarship fund for women in the culinary, beverage and hospitality arts. The event is hosted by Atlanta Les Dames d’Escoffier International and is held at Serenbe.

Al Meyers with TEDx, Arthur Fessenden with The Art of Cruising and Paula Washington with Wise Women Speak Foundation, Inc.

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Al Meyers/TEDx Peachtree

Al Meyers serves as theFounder, Official TEDx Licensee, Team Cheerleader for TEDx Peachtree.   Al is a Senior Executive Leader experienced in leveraging Fortune 100 companies.  His background is in Strategic Planning, Corporate Development, Start-ups, and M&A with a proven impact in Marketing, Operations, Finance, and International business, coupled with expertise in digital/new media, television, home video, and kids’ media.  Al’s specialties include critical thinking, negotiation, leadership and vision, managing people, cultural awareness and sensitivity, global perspective, relationship building, execution, digital media, video games, innovation, organizational behavior, and strategy development.

Arthur Fessenden/The Art of Cruising

Arthur Fessenden has been in the Atlanta area as a travel consultant for over 30 years. His company is named The Art of Cruising. He has also had the experience of traveling to over 110 countries and all 50 states. Arthur has owned two successful travel agencies in the last 30 years. Travel Made Easy was formed in 1984. The Art of Cruising is affiliated with the largest cruise agency in North America. This enables clients to have opportunities, benefits, knowledge, experience, and buying power (special promotions can be passed on due to the volume of business). The Art of Cruising books many groups including family, religious, business incentives, and of course, friends’ groups. They are constantly reviewing rates, updating itineraries, or any other changes, and all services are absolutely free. The Art of Cruising handles all aspects of a client’s vacation including air transportation, transfers, hotels, and pre and post packages.

Arthur attended North Fulton High School in Atlanta and graduated from West Georgia College with a BS degree in Geography; therefore he has many, many friends in the area. His main objective is to help clients travel and see this beautiful planet.

Paula Washington/Face2Face Solutions, Inc. and Wise Women Speak Foundation, Inc.

Paula Washington is with Face2Face Solutions, Inc. Paula assists executives in advancing their careers and business owners in transforming their companies and achieving incredible results. Paula has over twenty years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience that affords her the ability to address many facets of business and personal development. Her clients have benefited from her expertise as Speaker, Corporate Strategist and Executive Coach.

Paula’s passion for the empowerment of women, girls and families, led her to establish Wise Women Speak Foundation, Inc., where she serves as Founder & Chair. Currently W.W.S. mentors career women, business owners and young professional women.