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Work Together.
2013 Annual Report
During 2012, the Chamber was busy bringing people together with our many networking
events, educational seminars and member services. We were also busy with our advocacy efforts and were pleased when Macon-Bibb County voters overwhelmingly supported the Consolidation vote in July. It is an example of another great thing that happened when people decided to come together. For nearly 100 years, attempts have been made toward a consolidated government, but none of them has been successful until now. It is a testament to the selflessness of our elected officials and to everyone who did come together to help make consolidation a reality.
From an economic development perspective, one of the most significant things that happened during 2012 was the decision by Tractor Supply Company to locate a new 600,000-square-foot distribution center in Macon! The new facility is due to be operational by September, 2013, and company officials will hire 300 employees. This is an out-of-the-ballpark homerun to our local economy in so many ways. And it shows yet again that when all of the parties come together in a unified voice, great things can happen!
In 2013, our Program of Work will continue to be focused on bringing added value to our members. We will do this by offering member services and programs that meet the ever-changing needs of our business community. Regionalism will continue to be our mindset as we embark on new regional initiatives like “A Taste of Middle Georgia” and not just “A Taste of Macon.” We will continue to come together by jointly hosting an annual Leadership
When People Come Together as They Did in 2012,
Great Things can Happen!
Macon/Robins Region/Monroe Alumni event, with this year’s event being held in Macon. Our participation with the 21st Century Partnership will continue to be of utmost importance as everyone in our region diligently works to keep Robins Air Force Base a strong and vibrant employer amidst the threats of sequestration and an upcoming Base Realignment Commission.
In addition to our everyday business, we will also spend a good part of 2013 working on a comprehensive economic and community development research project. Market Street Services, a nationally recognized
Atlanta-based firm will be facilitating the process that will give us a “roadmap to economic and community development success” for the future of Macon-Bibb County. We will be calling on many of you during the process for your input and I thank you in advance for your help.
As you can see, great things are happening in Macon and Bibb County that will help us to be the “best place for business.” Your membership with the Chamber of Commerce is an investment in this process… and if we work together, that investment will pay dividends for years to come.
Mike Dyer President and CEO
About the Chamber
The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce is organized for the purpose of advancing the positive growth and development of the Macon Region. It encourages the growth of existing industries and businesses, while giving all proper assistance to any new firms or individuals looking to locate in the Macon region. The Chamber strives to support all activities believed to be beneficial to the community, and in general seeks to enhance the standard of living for Macon area citizens, looking to accomplish the greatest good for the greatest number. As one of more than 5,000 chambers of commerce, The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce is an organization through which the voluntary manpower of our community works effectively to make the Macon region a better place to live, work and play.
The 2013 Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce Annual Report was published by Macon Magazine Inc. and designed by Bright Ideas Group.
The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce is off to a great start for 2013. Our membership continues
to grow as we reach out more to our small and minority businesses to join the Chamber and realize the value of additional visibility through networking, discounts on group health insurance and our “Small Business Success” education series. Of interest to companies of all sizes is a project that is currently underway to create a comprehensive community and economic development strategy. This process engages community leaders from
the public, private and non-profit sectors over the next eight months and will shape our prospects for long-term prosperity.
The Chamber will also continue to keep members informed of the progress that the consolidation transition team is making and the impact that sequestration is having on Robins Air Force Base and our community. I hope that each Chamber member takes advantage of all the business and educational opportunities that are offered each month. Please connect with us at MaconChamber.com. We have something for everyone!
Starr Purdue 2013 Chamber Chairwoman
“Your membership with the Chamber of Commerce is an investment in this process… and if we work together, that investment will pay dividends for years to come.”
Member Services Brigitte Moten, Vice Chair
This division successfully provides services and support that meet the needs of members. The Chamber continues to offer a cross-section of promotional, networking and educational events. Programs in 2012 included:
• Promotional: 22 Grand Openings and Ribbon Cutting ceremonies;
• Networking: Nine Business After Hours, Five Connecting Over Coffee, Annual Golf Classic; Reenergized Young Professionals Network;
• Educational: Three Procurement Seminars (40 attendees per event); Initiated Regional planning for Leadership Events (Held first Regional Leadership event in November);
• Supported Leadership Macon class in support of homeless coalition.
Military Affairs Walt Miller, Vice Chair
This group provides support for Robins Air Force Base and Air Logistics Complex, and the members of the Guard and Reserve in Central Georgia. During 2012 the division:
• Led community efforts, “Coming Together” to address encroachment issues affecting South Bibb county;
• Continued the purchase of homes in South Bibb and the transfer of that initiative to the Regional Commission;
• Participated in fund raising efforts for Sgt. Rodney Davis memorial monument;
• Hosted events and participated in other events honoring General George, General McMahon and Major General Butterworth, Adjutant General of Georgia;
• President Dyer participated in Community Liaison programs at Wright-Patterson AFB and Tinker AFB;
• Participated in annual Family to Family Food Drive during holidays.
Regional and Government Partnerships Dan Slagle, Vice Chair
This division initiates and supports regional and local partnerships which lead to economic growth and stability. Our key accomplishments during 2012 included:
• Supported TSPLOST initiative with Dan Slagle and Monica Smith serving as co-chairs of the TSPLOST Regional Committee;
• Supported Macon-Bibb County Consolidation referendum;
• Lobbied legislators in support of Sardis Church Road extension, I-16/I-75 interchange improvements, funding for encroachment issues, economic development, education, and Consolidation;
• Hosted Macon Day and A Taste of Macon;
• Hosted three “Good Morning Macon” sessions with local government leaders, military leaders, local delegates;
• Initiated discussions with area Chambers to “Come Together” to support regional efforts.
Membership Dan Forrester, Vice Chair
As the advocate for business, the Chamber focuses on projects and programs that serve the interests of the community. Businesses are joining with us to move the community forward. Our work in 2012 resulted in:
• Increase in membership investments totaling over $535,000;
Macon NOW Thomas Wicker, Vice Chair
Phase II of Macon Now! Initiative is focused on economic growth and prosperity for the region. In 2012:
• Received pledges of over $2,000,000 in the Macon NOW II initiative.
2012 Chamber HighlightsBusiness After HoursBusiness After Hours are monthly events that allow chamber members to host a reception and showcase their venue. Attendees network with other Chamber members and enjoy great food, drinks and door prizes.
Community and Economic Development Robbo Hatcher, Chairman
The MEDC is the single point of contact for economic development projects. It is the “Coming Together” of the public-private sectors for the purpose of recruiting new business and industry to Macon and Bibb County, and for working with existing business and industry on expansions and retention. During 2012 the MEDC:
• Recruited Tractor Supply Company’s new 690,000-square-foot distribution center resulting in $58 million investment and 300 new jobs.
• Assisted Lintech International with their recent expansion resulting in $1 million additional investment and 11 new jobs.
• Opened 41 new projects representing more than 5,900 potential jobs and more than $1.6 billion in new capital investment.
• Enhanced the public-private partnership by providing business leaders and elected officials with tour of industrial parks;
• Responded to more than 13 requests for information from companies and consultants and submitted 30 proposals for existing buildings and 20 sites to prospective companies.
Exisiting Business and Industry Jason Delves, Vice Chair
This division has supported existing industry in Macon-Bibb County area in order to retain jobs, expand investment and create more jobs. “Coming Together”, our key accomplishments in 2012 included:
• Hosted three Quality Network Meetings with Houston County Development Authority and Georgia Tech Enterprise Innovation Institute;
• Hosted Environmental Safety and Health Network meeting with Houston County Development Authority and Georgia Tech Enterprise Innovation Institute;
• Partnered with the Middle Georgia Employer Committee on the Georgia Warehousing and Distribution Center Networking event;
• Hosted four Industrial Park Association Events;
Workforce Division Cyndey Busbee, Vice Chair
This division has been successful in achieving its objective to support regional and local partnerships in addressing the workforce issues facing employers in Central Georgia. “Coming Together” with others during 2012, the MEDC:
• Hosted Workforce Development Summit in May for regional partners;
• Hosted the Middle Georgia Regional Business and Industry Summit;
• Hosted an On-the-Job Training Program Lunch & Learn presented by Macon-Bibb County Workforce Investment Board;
• Partnered with Macon-Bibb County Workforce Investment Board on two Advanced Manufacturing Targeted “Reverse” job fairs;
• Promoted the Veterans Career Expo hosted by the Georgia Department of Labor and Middle Georgia Employer Committee.
Dan Forrester, Executive Vice President with State Bank, (right) working together with State Bank client Rahul Kaushik (left) of Holiday Inn Macon North.
Brenda Sutton, Leadership Macon class member, and Lynn Farmer, Leadership Macon Director.
Photo by Maryann Bates
Leadership Macon Class of 2012
Chad AllenKathleen Ashley
Janel BaileyMary Beth Barnes
Stacie BarrettRobert BetzelPaul BronsonMike CadyMorris Carr
Natalie Chambliss-BeachAngel Collins
Devlin CooperTrence CooperClint CoursonJonathan Dye
Andrea FreemanLara Geller
Christopher GibsonDanny Glover
Eric GriffinField GudenrathLaura Jackson
O’Claudia JohnsonNick KouloungisYolanda Latimore
Summer Sterling LiipfertTony Lowden
Mechel McKinleyMary Lane McNeely
Tameka MilliganHoney Miscall
Jill MyersTrysha StephensBrenda Sutton
Daniel TateHolly Taylor
Chris TsavatewaTonia Vance
Paula WallaceWesley Walthall
Pilar WilderEddie WilsonGreg WintersKoryn Young
Power of ChangeBy Jonathan Dye, Leadership Macon Class
Being from a rural community in Central Georgia, Macon was the big city to my small town. My family would drive up to shop at the mall or visit someone in the hospital. After college graduation, I was reintroduced to the city and its rich cultural offerings. When I moved here in 2011, I thought I knew what to expect. Going through Leadership Macon showed me that I had only scratched the surface.
Leadership Macon opened the eyes, and hearts, of the entire Class of 2012 to the issues that face our county. Economic and community development are powerful forces that can change lives. Servant leadership is required of all of us, and homelessness and poverty must be faced head on. We learned this and much more over the course of a year.
As part of the Leadership Macon program, each group must complete a class project. The entire class must agree to it and no one can opt out of it. The project must have a lasting impact, and everyone in the group must put in sweat equity to complete it. We were given a platform and a mission, and our class chose the toughest of topics — homelessness.
The “Power of Change” is a project designed to raise awareness about the organizations working to end homelessness within Macon and Bibb County and to provide a sustainable source of revenue for those non-profits. The program consists of nine donation stations (similar to parking meters) located throughout downtown. People can use these stations to make donations that go to benefit the member organizations of the Macon Coalition to End Homelessness (MCEH).
Businesses and organizations embraced the project. Several stepped up to sponsor donation stations for up to three years. Those sponsorships can be renewed at the end of their terms and the revenue is donated to members of the MCEH. By engaging individuals and businesses, the “Power of Change” was able to bring
the community together and change the conversation about homelessness.
The dedication of the “Power of Change” donation stations was held on November 15, 2012. Class members, sponsors, friends, family, local elected officials, and community members gathered in Third Street Park to show their support. While that day marked the end of our time as a class, it was really just the beginning.
The power of change doesn’t lie in a meter downtown. Change occurs when people change. When we reject the stereotypes about those who are living in poverty and homelessness, change occurs. When a new person learns that they can volunteer with an organizational member of the coalition, and they do, change occurs. When a city faces its toughest problems with tenacity and grit, change occurs.
The “Power of Change” should inspire us all to be better citizens. Individuals can make a difference by putting money into a donation station, by volunteering, or simply by recognizing the humanity of others. Businesses can make a difference by sponsoring a donation station, by encouraging employees to volunteer locally, or by donating to a coalition member.
Everyone in the Leadership Macon Class of 2012 put his or her heart into this project. To accomplish it meant long hours outside of the regular workday. Over the course of the year, we worked together, cried together and laughed together. When we received City Council’s unanimous approval to install the stations, we rejoiced together.
These are the bonds built by Leadership Macon. The program requires so much but inspires even more. We are proud of what we have done so far. We believed in the “Power of Change” because Leadership Macon changed us. With our project, we hope to inspire change in others.
Learn more about the “Power of Change” at PowerOfChangeMacon.com.
Learn more about Leadership Macon at LeadershipMacon.org.
Leadership Macon Class of 2012 Embraces the
Economic Development Successes
MEDC Staff: Mike Dyer, President; Marty Koplin, Executive Assistant; Terry Schwindler, Manager, Business and Industry; Pat Topping, Senior Vice President
Recruitment of New Industry: Tractor Supply Company, June 2012Tractor Supply Company announced that they will build a Regional Distribution Center in Macon. The building will be a 690,000 square foot state-of-the-art distribution center expandable to 960,000 square feet on 119 acres in the I-75 Business Park. The initial investment will be $58 million and the company plans to hire 300 employees. Expected completion of the project is August, 2013. Tractor Supply Company is the largest retail farm and ranch store chain in America with more than 1,197 stores in 45 states.
Expansion of Existing Industry: Lintech International, LLC, November 2012Lintech International is a regional specialty chemical distributor headquartered in the Airport Industrial Park. Due to rapid growth over the last three years, Lintech International expanded its office complex to facilitate a larger inside sales department and provide room for further customer service and accounting services. Lintech International has doubled its sales in the last four years and has expanded its sales coverage to the west coast. The Macon Headquarters serves as the centralized office for customer service, accounting and now inside technical sales. This $1 million, 3,000-square-foot office expansion brings the building to over 50,000 square feet of office and distribution space.
Tom Hinson, the managing partner, had a dream and started this company 30 years ago from his home. “With the help of the Macon Chamber and the Allied Industrial Park, we have grown to more than 50 employees and over $80 million in sales.”
Lintech International, LLC is a privately-owned company and celebrated its 30th year of operations in Macon in August, 2012.
New investments of $59 million and creation of 311 new jobs stimulate the local economy.
Macon Economic Development Commission and Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority Form New Partnership
MEDC and MBCIA have formed a new partnership which will streamline efforts in bringing business and industry to the Macon-Bibb County Community. Pat Topping, Senior Vice President of MEDC will be the single point of contact for economic development in the Macon-Bibb County area and will work with the MBCIA Board on all matters regarding prospect incentives.
Patty Burns Fickling & Company, Inc.
Sandy Butler Capital City Bank
Julie Dean Macon Marriott
City Center Hotel
Donna Drummond Robins Federal Credit Union
Lagina Fillingim Canongate At Healy Point
Donna Hamrick Merchants Credit Bureau
Lucy Harrison Sheridan, Solomon
and Associates
Tiffany Harvey Cox Communications
Susan Huellemeier Infinity Network Solutions
Tim Hughes Jani King of Macon
Latrenda Leaks Ga Department of Labor
Cynthia Miller MidSouth Community FCU
Tammy Neal Sunflower Apparel &
Promotions, LLC
Edward Oliver Ga Department of Labor
Robbie Parks Central Georgia
Technical College
D. Elaine Smith Macon-Bibb County Planning & Zoning
Commission
Charles Timmons Cox Communications
Tonia Vance Macon Occupational
Medicine, LLC
Paula Wallace Macon Occupational
Medicine, LLC
The Ambassadors are a prestigious group of volunteers who represent, promote, and encourage participation in the Chamber. These volunteers are integral to daily operations as they serve as the liaisons between the Chamber and its members. The Ambassadors serve as the welcoming committee for new members at ribbon cuttings, networking events, and numerous other occasions. They also mentor and engage new members.
Sell & Melton, L.L.P. Attorneys at Law
Professional Services Category
GMS Productions Specialized Services Category
Francar’s Buffalo Wings Restaurant Category
Young Professionals NetworkThe Young Professionals Network (YPN) is an initiative of the Chamber to connect young professionals in Central Georgia who may be new to the area, or want to engage in the community. YPN offers opportunities for social and professional networking, and community service. All young professionals are welcome to join and attend events and activities at their leisure. For more information, contact Lynn Farmer at [email protected] or (478) 621-2017. Be sure to like Young Professionals Network at facebook.com/ypnmacon
2012 Small Business Award Winners
2012 Chamber Ambassadors
2012 Business of the Year GEICO
2012 Industry of the Year LH Thomson
Robert F. Hatcher Award Lynn Farmer
Economic Development ChampionsChuck O’Neal, Central Georgia Joint
Development Authority; Ralph Nix and Staff, Middle Georgia Regional Commission;
Joni Woolf, Middle Georgia Regional Commission
152nd Annual Meeting Award Recipients
Citizen of the Year AwardRep. Nikki T. Randall
Chairman’s Team AwardCyndey Busbee, Jason Delves,
Dan Forrester, George S. Greer, Robbo Hatcher, Walt Miller, Brigitte Moten, Starr Purdue,
Scott Seigel, Dan Slagle, Thomas Wicker
Ambassador of the YearLaTrenda Leaks
2012 Chamber Golf TournamentThe Chamber’s Annual Golf Tournament attracted up to 132 players who vied for fun and prizes. This event provided a great opportunity to make new contacts and network while enjoying a day on the links.
SunTrust Recognized for 100 Years of
Chamber Membership 1912–2012
Leonard Bevill, Chamber Chair and Jim Manley, President,
SunTrust Bank Macon.
Business Viability Create a viable and prosperous business community that ensures membership growth and funding for operations and special projects
• Implement a plan to increase membership and retention
• Identify and implement programs to increase non-dues revenue
• Develop and execute a strategy to support small and minority businesses
Knowledge, Education and Professional Development Develop a plan of action which mobilizes the education and training resources in the region to address current and future workforce training needs in Middle Georgia
• Host regional workforce events to connect employers with skilled candidates
• Ensure education/training programs are aligned with business needs
• Establish business-focused partnerships with Bibb BOE and independent schools
• Partner with our area technical colleges and universities — align with their strategic plans
• Support the Work Ready programs K–12
• Actively participate in the Promise Neighborhood Program
• Sponsor the Star Student and Teacher of the Year events
• Select participants for the 2013 Leadership Macon Program and initiate a comprehensive program evaluation
Military Affairs Provide support for Robins Air Force Base and Air Logistics Complex and the members of the Guard and Reserve in Central Georgia
• Work with our regional partners to address encroachment, alternate base access and RAFB cost cutting efforts
• Redefine MGMAC’s mission and purpose to ensure the organizations effectiveness
Existing Business and Industry Work in concert with our partners to ensure that business and industry operate in an environment where they can increase their investment in plant and equipment, and grow their employee base.
• Create an environment that provides networking and continuing education opportunities for area businesses and industries.
• Align the workforce needs of area businesses and industries with the education and training resources in the community.
• Ensure all business and industry parks provide a professional and attractive image.
Regional and Government Partnerships Foster and support regional and local partnerships which lead to economic stability and growth
• Advocate for our legislative agenda to address federal, state and local issues
• Create an alliance with two to three regional Chambers and identify a mutual joint initiative. i.e.: Joint Leadership Program
• Form a partnership with two or more Region Six economic development organizations to promote regional success
• Support the transition to a successful Macon-Bibb consolidation
Member Engagement Create value for membership while providing quality member services and benefits
• Survey members to identify their priorities and needs
• Improve communication to membership
• Increase member participation in events
Community and Economic Development Develop, grow and retain jobs, commerce and capital investment
• Develop a regional plan for economic and community development
• Support local groups and government in improving litter and right of ways maintenance
• Plan an annual intercity visit to review best practices
• Identify and pursue funding to support transportation initiatives to include extending the runway at Middle Georgia Regional Airport, improvements at Brosnan Yard and expansion and improvements of road infrastructure (multi-model solution).
Chamber Excellence Ensure that the Chamber’s operations, programs and fiscal performance are viewed as best practices within Georgia
• Develop a plan to achieve GACCE certification
• Increase our financial reserves
• Review our standard operating procedures and government documents to ensure compliance.
2013 Strategic Plan
2013 Small & Minority Business Task Force
The 2013 Board of Directors agreed that a special initiative was needed to reach out to our small and minority businesses. As a result, a Small and Minority Business Task Force has been established to research ways in which the Chamber of Commerce can be of assistance to them. The Task Force is made up of various small business owners who have volunteered their time and expertise to help with this special initiative. The Chairman of the Task Force is Mr. Dave Pushman, who many will remember as the Regional Vice President of GEICO and former Chairman of the Chamber’s Board of Directors. The Chamber of Commerce is committed to enhancing this segment of our membership and commends the Task Force on their participation and dedication to this effort.
Ashley Slaton (seated left) and Blake Lisenby (standing) with Sell & Melton, LLP working with their client Melanie Marshall (seated right) of SunTrust Bank. At the Chamber of Commerce Small Business Awards ceremony, Sell & Melton, LLP received the award for “2012 Small Business of the Year” in the Professional Services category.
Ivan Allen Central Georgia Technical College
John Black Middle Georgia State College
Charles Briscoe Coliseum Health System
Col. Mitch Butikofer Warner Robins Air Logistics
Marsh Butler Butler ToyotaIsaac Culver
Progressive Consulting Technologies
Kathryn Dennis Community Foundation
of Central GeorgiaMike Dilts
The Boeing CompanyJeff Dudley 13 WMAZ
Grant Greenwood James-Bates-Brannan-Groover, LLP
John Hall American Pride Bank
Adrian Harmon Harmon Masonry & Construction, Inc.
Sam Hart Bibb County Courthouse
Julia Magda Sell & Melton, L.L.P.George McCanless
United Way of Central GeorgiaGreg Parker
Air Compressor Sales, Inc.Robert Reichert City of Macon
Dr. Kendra Russell Georgia College & State University
Macon CenterNinfa Saunders
Medical Center of Central GeorgiaChris Sheridan
Chris R. Sheridan & Company
Monica Smith Macon-Bibb County Convention
& Visitors Bureau, Inc.Helen Stembridge
SCANA EnergyTerry Tiller
Riverside Ford Lincoln, Inc.James Timley City of Macon
William Underwood Mercer UniversityStewart Vernon
ASP Franchising, Inc.Cliffard Whitby
Whitby Inc.
2013 Greater Macon Chamber Executive Committee
Starr Purdue Hutchings Funeral Home, Inc.
2013 Board Chair
Leonard Bevill Macon Occupational
Medicine, LLC Immediate Past Chair
Cyndey Busbee Central Georgia Health System, Inc. Vice Chair, Knowledge Education and Professional Development
Karen Collier Karen Collier CPA, P.C.
Treasurer
Jason Delves BLC Hardwood Flooring, LLC
2014 Incoming Chair
Mike Dyer Greater Macon Chamber
of Commerce President/CEO
Dan Forrester State Bank
Vice Chair, Business Viability and Membership
George S. Greer Spivey, Pope, Green &
Greer, LLC General Counsel
Robbo Hatcher H2 Capital
Chair, MEDC
Walt Miller GIGA
Vice Chair, Military Affairs
Brigitte Moten GEC, Inc.
Vice Chair, Member Engagement
David Sanda Capital City Bank Vice Chair, Existing
Business and Industry
Dan Slagle Cox Communications
Vice Chair, Regional and Government Partnerships
Thomas Wicker Georgia Power
Vice Chair, Macon NOW
In addition to the Executive Committee, serving on the 2013 Board of Directors are:
AT&TAir Compressor Sales, Inc.
American Pride BankBB&T Bank - Main Branch
Bibb CountyBirch Communications
Blair House Senior LivingThe Boeing Company
Bright Ideas GroupCalifornia Cereal Products, Inc
Canongate At Healy PointCentral GA Electric Membership Corp.
Central Georgia Technical CollegeCentral Georgia Health System, Inc.
Cheddar’s Casual Café
City of MaconClear Channel
Coliseum Health SystemComfort Suites
Commercial FurnishingsCox Communications
Georgia Power CompanyGeorgia College & State University-
Macon CenterGeotechnical & Environmental Consultants, Inc.
Holiday Inn Macon North Macon Economic Development Commission
Macon Marriott City Center Macon Occupational Medicine, LLC
Macon Water Authority
Macon-Bibb County Industrial AuthorityMaconPower, Inc.
Mauldin & Jenkins, CPAs, LLCMcNair, McLemore, Middlebrooks & Co., LLC
Medical Center of Central GeorgiaMiddle Georgia State College
Natalia’sNewTown Macon, Inc.
Pilot InternationalSCANA Energy
Secure Health Plans of GA., LLCState Bank and Trust Company
Sticky Fingers The Telegraph
Virginia College
Greater Macon Chamber Sponsors
AARP GeorgiaAlliant Health Plans
Bolingreen Health & RehabBombardier Aircraft Services
Caduceus Occupational MedicineCox Communications
Dunwoody/Beeland Architects, Inc.
ESG Operations, LLCInternal Medicine Associates, P.C. Macon Behavioral Health System
Macon Beverage CompanyMacon Occupational Medicine, LLC
Meadowbrook Meat Company
McDonald’s-Bass RoadMerrill Lynch
S & S Cafeterias, Inc.SCANA Energy
Sell & Melton, LLPUniversity of Georgia—Griffin Campus
Vineville Internal Medicine
Greater Macon Chamber Chairman’s Club Members
Bronze Level
13 WMAZ Armstrong World IndustriesAtlanta Gas Light Company
Clifton, Lipford, Hardison & Parker, LLC Fickling and Company, Inc.
Forsyth Street Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation Center
Jones, Cork & Miller, LLP L.E. Schwartz and Son, Inc.
Mauldin & Jenkins, CPAs, LLCMcNair, McLemore, Middlebrooks & Co., LLP
Mercer University
Miller-Motte Technical CollegeMotion Industries
Parker Young Construction, Inc./FireStar, Inc. SunTrust Bank, Mid GA - Cherry
Virginia CollegeYKK U.S.A. Inc.
Silver Level
Cornerstone Level
Gold Level
The Chairman’s Club program provides recognition and additional value for those members investing in the Chamber at a level significantly above the dues schedule; levels include Cornerstone (+ $10,000), Gold (+ $5,000), Silver (+ $1,000), and Bronze (+ $500)
Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce 305 Coliseum Drive, Macon, Georgia 31217
(478) 621-2000 • MaconChamber.com
Chamber of Commerce Staff
Audrey Connely Vice-President, Administration
Mike Dyer President and CEO
Lynn Farmer Leadership Macon Director
O’Claudia Johnson Administrative Assistant
and Information Specialist [email protected]
Marty Koplin Executive Assistant, MEDC
Laura McMaster Vice Presisent, Sales and Marketing [email protected]
Anna Reeves Account Executive
Terry Schwindler Manager, Business and Existing Industry, MEDC
Tess Harper Marketing Coordinator
Pat Topping, CEcD Senior Vice-President, MEDC [email protected]
Jennifer Williams Assistant Vice President, Finance [email protected]
With a unified vision and the strength of nearly 900 professional members,
the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce promotes a pro-business climate that
encourages business growth and success.
Join us today.
Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce 2012 Executive CommitteeBrigitte Moten, Leonard Bevill, Robbo Hatcher, Cyndey Busbee, Starr Purdue, Walt Miller,
Thomas Wicker, Scott Seigel, Dan Forrester, Dan Slagle, Jason Delves, and George S. Greer
