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Chris Mitchell with MFG.com, Daniel Drennen with Deshazo and Michael Maher with REFERCO,

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Chris Mitchell / MFG.com
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Chris Mitchell is a seasoned marketer with considerable digital and e-commerce marketing experience, especially in building online applications and marketplaces. He founded or co-founded several internet startups and also served as director of user experience for MFG.com between 2005 and 2007, where he designed all aspects of the MFG.com website and related user and back-office applications.

Chris also founded Chris Mitchell Marketing, a full service marketing agency, as well as Federal Flags, LLC, an online retailer of flagpoles, flags and custom-printed vinyl banners. Both companies still operate today. He holds a B.S. in marketing/international business from the University of South Alabama, where he also minored in French.

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Daniel Drennen / Deshazo
Project Manager

Daniel Drennen is a project manager for Deshazo. Deshazo manufactures and services overhead cranes and robotic equipment.

 

 

 

Michael Maher / REFERCO

Michael J. Maher is one of the hottest speakers in North America who has shared the stage with George W. Bush, Tony Robbins, John Maxwell, Evander Holyfield, and Gary Keller. Howard Brinton called Michael “America’s Most Referred Real Estate Professional” and His book, (7L) The Seven Levels of Communication: Go from Relationships to Referrals has been an International Bestseller for over 5 years. He also co-authored the instant bestseller, The Miracle Morning for Real Estate Agents. Michael is the proud father and founder of The Generosity Generation. He grew up in Kansas City, and now lives in Atlanta, GA with his wife.. Sheri, son… Max, and rescue dog, a Jack Russell Terrier named Lucky.

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Jonathan Clues with StudentBridge

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Jonathan Clues / StudentBridge
Founder and Vice-Chairman

Jonathan Clues is the vision and entrepreneur behind StudentBridge. His original career as a professional racing driver netted over 20 race wins and two national championships. After hanging up his helmet, Jonathan turned his attention to the Internet and started several web companies in his hometown of London. Passionate about higher education and the future of young people, one of Jonathan’s first companies, Realview TV, developed an interactive video delivery model that successfully embedded streaming video in a multimedia platform aimed at helping educational institutions find, recruit and retain students. This ultimately became the core product offering of StudentBridge, which has successfully converted web traffic into students at top schools nationwide. Since opening the doors of StudentBridge in 2014 in Atlanta, Jonathan has increased his staff significantly and recently announced the acquisition of Campus Bubble, a socially driven platform which, along with video and virtual tours, gives students the tools to make the right decisions about college, avoid attrition and graduate from the college they choose at the beginning. His company’s new multimedia platform is slated to change the landscape of the higher education admission’s process and help aid the trillion-dollar student debt crisis.

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Rock Anderson with Cox Automotive and Emanuel D. Jones II with Legacy Automotive Group

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Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer

Rock Anderson, Jr. is Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer for Cox Automotive. In this position, he is responsible for all global Human Resources functions, including providing oversight for Corporate and Field Operations, Total Rewards, Employee and Leadership Development and Organizational Effectiveness.

Prior to the formation of Cox Automotive, Anderson was the Regional Vice President responsible for leading all of Manheim’s auction operations in the Western U.S. He also held the position of Vice President of People Strategies at Manheim. Manheim is part of Cox Automotive and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

Originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, Anderson has held leadership positions with companies including Siemens, Wachovia Bank (now Wells Fargo) and INROADS Inc. He is a graduate of Dillard University and Tulane University.

Anderson is affiliated with numerous academic, professional and community organizations, and was named one of the Atlanta Business League’s “Men of Influence” for 2013. He is on the Board of Directors and serves as Chairman of the Strategic Implementation Committee for the United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta. Currently, he also serves as Chairman of the Benefits Committee and is a member of the Finance Committee for the Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta. He is President of the Finance Committee for St. Anthony Catholic Church, is a Leadership Atlanta Alumnus and a member of the One Hundred Black Men of Atlanta. Anderson is also a past President of the Dillard University Alumni Chapter in Atlanta.

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Emanuel D. Jones II  / Legacy Automotive
General Manager

Jones got his start in the automotive industry as a summer employee with Legacy Automotive, which was founded by his father, Emanuel Jones. He began changing oil, sweeping the shop and performing odd jobs with his father in 2005, at just 14 years old. After graduating high school in 2008, Jones went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in public health and entrepreneurial studies from The Johns Hopkins University. Soon after graduating, Jones decided to join the family business and returned to Legacy Automotive to hone his management skills.

Jones graduated from the National Automobile Dealer Association (NADA) Academy in 2013 in the top 5 percent of his class. This academy is the nation’s leading franchise dealer academy where dealers learn the fundamentals to operate a successful and profitable automotive business. Jones also earned his insurance license and has launched Allstate franchises within his dealerships. He’s currently attending Emory University to earn his MBA.

“I was shocked to receive this award, but it is an indicator that there’s some weight to our ideas and they’re starting to get a foothold and grow recognition. Legacy Automotive has a good foundation after almost 25 years in business, but the most successful long-term dealers have an infrastructure in place that can hit regional and national benchmarks that support growth,” said Jones. “The work and education we’re putting in right now as a team will hopefully help us all reap rewards and successes, and perhaps inspire other dealers, too. It’s one thing to run a dealership, but the key is what can only be learned by experience, like the value of a strong team. I love the people I work with every day.”

Cox Automotive is donating $5,000 to a national diversity partner in the winner’s honor. Jones chose 100 Black Men of America, a non-profit organization that endeavors to improve the quality of life of African Americans, particularly youth, in the communities it serves and enhance their educational and economic opportunities. Cox Automotive supports the organization’s Collegiate 100 (C100) program that engages college students and prepares them for educational and economic success. Jones supports the C100 and attends events that boost connections and business growth.

“On behalf of Cox Automotive, I am proud to partner with NAMAD in recognizing Emanuel for his achievements,” said Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer Rock Anderson. “He is the definition of a rising star in our industry, based on his successes with Legacy Automotive dealerships and their contributions to the community in which they work.”

Jones accepted the award at the NAMAD annual meeting awards dinner in Miami on July 21. He was chosen from nominees that met select criteria, including being an NAMAD member under the age of 40 who shows proven leadership qualities in the auto industry.

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Business Writers Conference 2016

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“So You Want to Write a Book”
www.business-writers-exchange.com

July 27-29 • Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa

Young Harris, GA

2016-Business-Writers-ConferenceMany professionals are interested in writing books. Jack and Patti Phillips have written or edited over 125 books since 1983. They work with all the major publishers, including the top three in the world. They have 46 books with one publisher. Their books have won awards and they have built a business around them. They know how to write a book and they know how to write book proposals that attract the interest of publishers. More importantly, they know how to build a business around a book.

Listen to these bright, passionate writers describe their work and share their perspective from participating in the 2016 Business Writers Conference . . .

 

*** 8/12/16 UPDATE ***

Business Writers Exchange and Business RadioX ® join forces to bring an innovative Business Authors Networking event to Atlanta.

Join Us September 1st, 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm at the Concourse Athletic Club Grille

Meet authors, publishers, editors, illustrators, pr professionals, marketing experts and others committed to serving the Business Writers community . . . and help us celebrate the launch of Business Writers Radio !

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Alexa Chilcutt / University Of Alabama

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Ann McIndoo / So, You Want To Write !

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Camille Ferond / La Forma Del Cuore APS

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Halelly Azulay / TalentGrow, LLC

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Helen McPhun / Learn Plus

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Lisa Hillenbrand / Stragility Change Management

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Maureen Orey / Workplace Learning & Performance Group

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Paul Smith / Story Makers, LLC

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Suzanne Schell / ROI Institute Canada

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Tonya Moore / Middle GA Community Healthy Marriage Initiative

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Katherine Hyatt / Reinhardt University

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Norma Davila and Wanda Pina / The Human Factor Consulting Group

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Stephen Power / AMACOM

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Jennifer Jones-Mitchell with Brandware Public Relations and Shawn Saylor Century 21 Meridian Realty

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Jennifer Jones-Mitchell / Brandware Public Relations
President

Jennifer has been at the center of public relations and digital communications since the mid-90s when she helped define the dot-coms that shaped the decade.

Since then, she’s held senior positions within top global agencies developing integrated strategies across consumer, B2B, technology, entertainment, healthcare, aerospace and retail/restaurant categories.

As an award-winning strategist, she is known for creating connections that convert calls to action. Jennifer’s passion for story telling ensures she uncovers the most meaningful messages for your brand. And, her understanding of digital media and its ever-changing paths to purchase ensures she delivers measurable results for your business.

A leading voice in the industry, Jennifer blogs and speaks about public relations, social and digital media as well as leadership and brand innovation. As president of Brandware PR, she helps keep the agency and our clients focused on what’s new and what’s next in brand engagement.

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Shawn Saylor / Century 21 Meridian Realty
Owner

 

Experienced, strong network and connections, proven track record, creative problem solver , decisive leader. 40 year resident of Atlanta, Licensed Realtor and Auctioneer. Local business owner for over 20 years

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Adam Needles with ANNUITAS, Inc. and Art Lennig with Murphy Business and Financial Corporation – Georgia, Inc

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Adam Needles / ANNUITAS, Inc.
Chief Strategy Officer

• Named one of the “40 Most Inspiring Leaders in Sales Lead Management” in December 2015

• Demand generation strategist and counselor to marketing and sales leaders inside B2B enterprise organizations in the technology, media, industrial, financial services and healthcare verticals

• Currently Chief Strategy Officer and a partner at ANNUITAS, a demand generation change management consultancy

• Author of Balancing the Demand Equation — a book on succeeding with modern B2B demand generation, released September 19, 2011

• Passionate about helping B2B marketers build sustainable, perpetual, optimizable, buyer-centric, global demand generation models and leverage marketing automation as the technology underpinning for Demand Process (Engage, Nurture, Convert)

• Expert in transforming marketing organizations — building Demand Generation Centers of Excellence and Field Marketing 2.0 teams

 

 

 

 

Art Lennig / Murphy Business & Financial Corporation – Georgia, Inc
Business Intermediary – Regional Director

For over 25 years Art successfully owned and operated his own Manufacturers Rep business. He was able to maximize his skills of working with people in several different industries. His customers were at all levels; Retailer, Mass Merchandiser, Wholesale/Distribution, and Manufacturing. Several times Art won awards – Salesman of the Year – Because of his efforts with his customers.

He has been a successful Business Broker since 2000 and was awarded the Regional Developer area of Georgia with Murphy Business & Financial Corporation. Murphy Business & Financial Corporation is one of the nations largest Business Brokerage firm. This opportunity will allow Art to continue using his strengths of:
Building strong Business Profile
Developing marketing packages for the Seller business
Qualifying the Buyers
Negotiating the offer
Following the transaction through closing

Art believes that all business owners should be able to sell their most valuable asset – their business. He works with the owners to ensure that they are able to maximize their value.

In 2000 Art and Pam, his wife of 45+ years moved to Georgia to become a Business Broker. They have 2 sons, both of which have wonderful wives, and the sweetest little granddaughter. He enjoys golf, bridge, and traveling.

He has been working with both Buyers and Sellers since that time. He enjoys working with his clients to help them accomplish their goals and dreams. He brings with him his twenty-five years of experiences from running his own company.

Art has become actively involved in the Georgia Association of Business Brokers (GABB). He has served as Secretary (2004), Treasurer (2005 & 2006) and is currently serving as a Director (2007). Art is a Life Member of GABB’s Million Dollar Club. He believes that his membership has helped himself and also enabled him to assist other brokers as they start their careers.

Art is a member of International Business Brokers Association (IBBA). He was awarded the prestigious Certified Business Intermediary (CBI®) designation during IBBA’s Conference for Professional Development Education Program and Conference and in 2003 he earned the Senior Business Analyst Award from the Society of Business Analysts. Art has earned the Board Certified Intermediary (BCI) and Certified Merger and Acquisition Intermediary (CMAI) awards from Murphy Business & Financial Corporation.

 

 

 

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“So You Want to Write a Book”
www.business-writers-exchange.com

July 27-29 • Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa

Young Harris, GA

 

Steve Brumer with 151 Advisors and Larry Greene with Greene Worldwide Transportation

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Steve Brumer / 151 Advisors

Partner

Steve Brumer is a Partner with 151 Advisors, a global execution-focused strategy and consulting firm that is working with the executive leadership team at wireless and technology companies from early to growth stage with talent, expertise and relationship connections. The strategic initiatives that 151 focuses on are around growth, expansion and increasing shareholder value by creating executable plans that drive revenue growth in existing or new markets organically or through acquisition. Steve merged 151 Advisors with Wireless Rain, a Wireless Channel Development strategy consulting organization specializing in complete design, implementation and deployment of a successful, profit-driven reseller and national dealer system which creates a program for manufacturers, software developers, and service providers. In addition, Steve co-founded & was President of Global Wireless Data, a National Value-added Distributor of wireless products and services. Steve also held various management positions at Millicom, RAM Mobile Data & BellSouth Wireless. Steve is a Board Member of several technology firms and trade associations. In addition, Steve is a valued presenter at National Events including CTIA, CCA, GSMA, ITExpo, IoT Evolution, IoT World, CIO Symposium, CES & Mobility Live, speaking about wireless technology, products, applications and future trends.

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Larry Greene / Greene Worldwide Transportation
Co founder

Started company 29 years ago. Was on board of Georgia Limousine Association, Was on the board of HSMAI(Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association) and was President of GaMPI.(Georgia Chapter of Meeting Professionals International).

 

 

 

 

Jack Phillips with Business Writers Conference 2016

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“So You Want to Write a Book”
www.business-writers-exchange.com

July 27-29 • Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa

Young Harris, GA

Many professionals are interested in writing books. We have written or edited over 125 books since 1983. We work with all the major publishers, including the top three in the world. We have 46 books with one publisher. Our books have won awards and we have built a business around them. We know how to write a book and we know how to write book proposals that attract the interest of publishers. More importantly, we know how to build a business around a book.

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Jack Phillips / ROI Institute, Inc.
Chairman

Most professionals have very much expertise and knowledge and they want to share it with the rest of the world. This is particularly true for those individuals who have a considerable amount of experience in the corporate world. According to the New York Times, 81% of professionals want to write a book. Unfortunately, the vast majority will never do it. The problem is that they have a mental block when it comes to writing the book. They don’t know how to do it and how to make it work in their busy schedule. Business Week has reported that 3,000 business books are published each year. The bad news is that most will fail miserably. This session will be a very lively discussion about why books fail and how this trend can be prevented. We will describe our Writer’s Conference, where we offer access to the experts and resources, and provide inspiration to learn how to write a book, how the publishing business functions, and how to develop a business around the book.

 

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Kim Hall with Totally Running and Walking and Terri Lawson with Frazier and Deeter

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Kim Hall / Totally Running & Walking  Twitter Facebook

Kim Hall is owner of Totally Running & Walking, a specialty running, walking and fitness store located in Cumming, GA.

After a short career in hospital administration, she decided to leave work due to a high risk triplet pregnancy and started running. Running changed her life and became her passion.

In 2012, the marathon running mom of triplets became a self-taught event organizer and started a company called Triple Fun Racing.

Kim graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Colorado with a BS in Neuroscience.

Terri Lawson / Frazier & Deeter Twitter Facebook Linkedin

Terri Lawson is the Partner-in-Charge of Tax at Frazier & Deeter.  She specializes in estate taxation and planning, fiduciary, gift, and individual income tax. She is also a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst specializing in divorce planning, cash flow analysis, settlement structuring and evaluation of divorce settlements.

Terri joined the firm after graduation in 1988 as a junior staff and has more than twenty years of experience in preparing and reviewing complex tax returns for individuals, estates and trusts. Client assistance is also provided in the areas of tax, estate, gift, succession and divorce planning. She is also responsible for training and supervising staff accountants on tax engagements.