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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of ContentsIn this Issue...Letter from the Chairman ........................................4Upcoming Community Events ..............................4

Small Business Spotlights:Jandy’s Frozen Yogurt ......................................... 6-7Ford, Gittings & Kane .......................................... 8-9

Newcomer Profile:Orthodontist Dr. William Bennett ............ 12-13

What’s That Project?:STEMCO ..................................................................... 15

Feature:The E.C.O. Center ........................................... 16-17

Membership Report:New Members and Renewals ................... 18-19Ribbon Cuttings ...................................................... 20Advertiser’s Index/Chamber Events ................ 21Chamber Happenings .......................................... 22Visitor’s Guide .......................................................... 23

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Ms. Jan Fergerson looks at some gemstones in the microscope. See page.8 for Ford, Gittings & Kane’s

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LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN

C h e c k t h e co m m u n i t y c a l e n d a r a t w w w. r o m e g a . co m fo r e ve nt d e t a i l s .

Event Description: The Rome Fire Department will be bringing out a fire truck to Mount Berry Square Mall. Free for kids, ages 7-14.

22Kiwanis Club of Rome Volleyball ShowdownLocation: Thornton Rec CenterTime: 9:00 a.m. Event Description: Join us for this volleyball showdown! All proceeds go towards local student scholarships. Concessions and other fun games will be available throughout the day.

24-28Kid’s Yoga Summer CampLocation: 215 Broad St STE 210Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Event Description: Beth Novian Hughes will be leading a yoga summer camp for kids at the Healing Arts Center of Rome. The theme will be a different element each day (earth, water, fire, air, space). The camp will include yoga, games, art, stories, snack, meditation, and more!

10-14St. Peter’s Vacation Bible School: Operation OverboardTime: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Location: 101 East Fourth AvenueEvent Description: This fun filled VBS is for everyone between the ages of 3 to rising 6th graders. Operation Overboard is an underwater themed VBS and has something for everyone! Each day of VBS we will focus on a theme for developing Deep Faith, Depending on God, Daring to Care, Claiming Jesus, Choosing to Follow, and Changing the World.

15Battle of the Bands 2013Location: 530 Broad StreetTime: 6:30 p.m. Event Description: Musicians around the region are once again invited to showcase their talent while helping cancer patients at the same time. All money raised from the event will go to the Cancer Navigators of Rome.

18Touch-a-Truck DayLocation: 2770 Martha Berry Square MallTime: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Community Events June 2013

Dear Reader,

Exciting things are happening in Rome and Floyd County!2013 has been a great year and we are delighted to share our community with you. The Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce takes great pride in providing this publication to introduce you to our membership, manufacturers, small businesses and community.

This issue features The E.C.O. Center, Small Business Spotlights on Jandy’s Frozen Yogurt and Ford, Gittings & Kane, Dr. William Bennett as the Newcomer Profile, and STEMCO as What’s That Project? This edition also features this month’s New Members and Renewals. Don’t forget to take a look at the Community Calendar and experience the

vibrancy of Rome and Floyd County for yourself. As the 2013 Chairman of the Board of Directors, I would like to extend an invitation for you to visit the Chamber of Commerce located at 1 Riverside Parkway and meet the Chamber staff. You will find an incredible group that is truly committed to the future of Rome and Floyd County.Sincerely,

Doc KiblerState Mutual Insurance Company2013 Chairman of the Board, Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce

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Small Business Spotlight:Jandy’s Frozen Yogurt

How Andy and Jan Morris created a hotspot for healthy snacking

Formerly nursing home administrators, Andy and Jan Morris traveled to Las Vegas for work-related reasons and left with an idea that has kept Romans excited for over two years. Jandy’s Frozen Yogurt was conceptualized after the Morris’s Las Vegas trip. “We saw quite a few yogurt shops while we were there,” said Co-owner Jan Morris. “We ate at some of the shops and did a lot of tasting and research. We eventually decided to take the leap and open a store!” While researching, they noticed that most of the frozen yogurt shops required you to either eat while standing up or just take your dessert with you. “One shop we saw had four machines and no place to sit. We knew that if we opened a frozen yogurt shop we needed a space big enough for people to sit,” said Mr. Morris. “We also wanted wifi so people could do homework and study. Students have really filled this place from day one. When we opened we had no idea it was going to be as busy and popular as it is and we’re just so thankful that the traffic has been steady ever since.”

Kristie Aaron chooses strawberry sorbet. Jandy’s offers a variety of frozen yogurt and sorbet options.

Relief Manager Tina Blaine works the register.

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Part of what makes Jandy’s unique is their self-serve style. Customers can walk in, grab a sample and try as many of the flavors as they like before making a commitment on which flavor to choose. “People love to explain to their friends how the process works,” said Mrs. Morris. “We want people to love the flavor they choose, that’s why samples are so important. We have a large variety of flavors and toppings and we want customers to find their absolute favorite.” At any given time Jandy’s has sixteen flavor stations that are alternated week to week. They have a total of fifty different flavors they can swap in and out. “We rotate the yogurt so people don’t get bored,” said Mrs. Morris. “We also have around fifty toppings from nuts and candies to the fresh fruits that we chop up every day.” Frozen yogurt has many positive attributes but the lack of fat is one that keeps many people coming back for more. “All of our yogurts are either low-fat or no-fat,” said Mr. Morris. “There is also the good bacteria that comes with yogurt that aids digestion.”

With such a great product, the owners of Jandy’s started hearing a similar question over and over again. “Several teachers

would ask if we could bring the yogurt machines to a party or event,” said Mr. Morris. The problem is these machines probably weigh close to 500 pounds each. After enough requests we decided to load a few machines in a trailer. When we set up shop outside one of the schools we had teachers waiting up and down the hall for Jandy’s yogurt!” With the demand for mobile frozen yogurt, the Morris’s decided it was time to build a mobile unit that would still allow for self-serve yogurt. “To my knowledge this is the first self-serve frozen yogurt mobile truck,” said Mr. Morris. “We custom designed it and little by little it became a reality.” So what do the Morrises attribute to their success? “It really is a business that we love,” said Mrs. Morris. “We just wanted a great product with a clean and fun atmosphere and I really feel we have that with Jandy’s. We try to build strong relationships with our customers and we’ve had very low turnover since we’ve been in business.” ***Did you know that the Jandy’s name was created by combining the owners names, Jan + Andy? This wasn’t the first idea for the name of the store, It’s Cultured was chosen as a play on how the product is made. However, that name didn’t stick and Jandy’s was chosen. ***In the research phase, Jan and Andy tried out many different flavors. Some flavors like “whopper” and “white chocolate macadamia nut” just didn’t work. Find out more information on Jandy’s in the Chamber’s business directory located at www.romega.com.

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55 yearsHow Ford, Gittings & Kane Jewelers has created their own watch line and maintained a strong downtown presence

Founded in 1958 by Bill Ford, Joe Gittings and Bill Kane, Ford Gittings & Kane Jewelers has had a long-standing place in the heart of downtown Rome. After all these years you can still find Joe Gittings in the store, tinkering away at the jewelry he loves so much. “He is an amazing man,” said co-owner Jan Fergerson. “He is magnificent with watches, diamonds and people... he really is the patriarch of this store.” It was this passion that would lead to the creation of the exclusive Ford, Gittings & Kane watch line. Joe Gittings, a watchmaker by trade, and the rest of the FGK team were having a difficult time finding the watch styles some of their customers requested. “Mr. Gittings researched and found a company that would make the watches he wanted,” said Ms. Fergerson “Mr. Gittings got the ball rolling. The staff got together and selected a product of superior quality that we all felt happy stamping with the FGK seal of approval.” What were they looking for? Something dependable, something their customers would appreciate and something affordable. “We found a manufacturer that uses only Swiss movements. All of the watches are assembled in the United States, made of surgical stainless steel and use a sapphire crystal which is the most durable scratch/break resistant crystal for a watch face available,” said Ms. Fergerson. “We are so thrilled about the quality of the watches, once our team selected the styles, we were ready to stamp our name on them!” The FGK watch line starts at $135 and peaks around $1,500. “They are stylish and affordable. We have a range of small to large watches and we have just selected some brighter colors like red and orange that we will be adding to the line soon. We

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55 yearswant people to come in and try them on, I think they’ll be very happy with the watches.” Ford, Gittings & Kane has occupied their 312 Broad St. location for 55 years! You don’t get 55 successful years by accident, so what’s the secret? “This was a business founded on customer service, that’s the basis for everything we do. Mr. Gittings always believed in fine quality and great customer service, two things that the five women who own the company believe in,” said Ms. Fergerson. “A lot of our customers are third and fourth generation shoppers, but we also get plenty of new customers through referrals. Overall I think the Ford, Gittings & and Kane customer is someone who is looking for quality, value, customer service and a jeweler that will be here for them in the long run.” Looking to the future, Ms. Fergerson is very optimistic. She noted that 2013 has been the best first quarter sales in the history of the company, with every indication that they will continue to break their records. “We truly see a great future for Ford, Gittings & Kane and all of downtown Rome!” Find out more information on Ford, Gittings & Kane in the Chamber’s business directory located at www.romega.com.

Mr. Joe Gittings helps a customer during the store opening in 1958.

Co-owner Jan Fergerson with Mr. Joe Gittings at the ribbon cutting for the new watch line.

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Gretchen Corbin Chosen as Wesley F. Johnson Award of Merit Recipient

Gretchen Kugler Corbin (LR ’XVII), Deputy Commissioner for Global Commerce at the Georgia Department of Economic Development, was recently honored by the Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce with the Wesley F. Johnson Award of Merit. Ms. Corbin was presented the award as part of the Chamber’s recent Leadership Rome graduation. “Gretchen Corbin is an influential and wonderful person,” said 2013 Chamber Chairman Doc Kibler. “She is the definition of a leader and we are thankful to have her as part of our community.” At the Georgia Department of Economic Development, Ms. Corbin leads Georgia’s Global Commerce team to increase jobs and investment through locating and expanding businesses, as well as growing international trade and small business. The Global Commerce team includes statewide and existing industry project

teams, the international trade team, small business, and Georgia’s ten international offices. Ms. Corbin has worked with the Georgia Department of Economic Development since 1998 and has served in many capacities, including Division Director for International Operations and Director of Project Managers for Existing Industry & Recruitment. She led Georgia’s international team as they opened the state’s office in China, and implemented the historic start of the SEUS-Canadian Provinces Alliance. In additional Economic Development roles, Ms. Corbin has worked with the Tennessee Valley Authority and the Cartersville – Bartow Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Corbin lives in Rome with her husband David and two daughters, Savannah and Elsa Quay. She is involved in a number of professional and civic organizations, including Leadership Georgia and Rotary International. A native of Georgia, she was born in Athens, and raised in Cedartown. She graduated with a management degree from Clemson University and from the University of Oklahoma’s Economic Development Institute. “Ms. Corbin has a great history with this community,” said Rome Mayor Evie McNiece. “She was an important member of the Rome-Floyd Olympic Commission and she consistently works with the Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce to help promote prosperity and growth in Rome and Floyd County.” The Wesley Johnson Leadership Award was introduced in 1990 and honors community members who have demonstrated leadership for the long-term benefit of the community; a sincere commitment, motivation and interest in serving the community, evidenced by past activities; served in public office, on boards of directors, on commissions or in key volunteer leadership roles; advanced to top leadership positions within their own organizations, which have, in turn, played a significant role in the community; demonstrated an occupational commitment to Rome and Floyd County; and continues to be a member of the Leadership Rome Alumni Association. Last year, Cheryl Huffman (LR ‘XI), Berry College, and Chair for the Rome City Schools Board of Education, was presented the award.

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Newcomer ProfileFrom the coast of Alaska to the plains of Wyoming, to the hills of Montana and the Arizona heat.

Orthodontist Dr. William Bennett comes to Rome having lived an

adventurous life! He’s worked in amazing places and met some interesting people along the way. The youngest of five children and the son of a college football coach, Dr. Bennett spent much of his early life living on a farm. “After my dad retired we moved back to his hometown where we would work 16-18 hours a day,” said Dr. Bennett. “It helped me develop a strong work ethic but also a desire to move away from physical labor.” This was a desire shared by all five of the Bennett children who would pursue careers ranging from real estate to teaching. “My sister is a math teacher, I have one brother who is a pharmacist, one in real estate, and another is a dentist.” Dr. Bennett received his undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia. Growing up his goal was always to become a doctor, he had an older brother in pharmacy school who suggested he take the same route. “You take all of these essential courses before medical school and it allows you to work part time as a pharmacist,” said Dr. Bennett. “I was accepted into pharmacy school right out of high school and graduated in the four years it takes most people to get the typical biology degree.”

On Living in AlaskaAfter graduating from pharmacy

school, but not yet ready to head to medical school, Dr. Bennett filled a lifelong promise he made to himself by traveling to Alaska to work with the Indian health service. “When I was ten my mother gave me The Call of the Wild and I swore to myself I was going to go to Alaska the first day that I could. The day I graduated from college I flew straight there. I accepted a job and stayed three years traveling around different reservations.”

On His Servant Leadership Award After his time in medical school he went to dental school. Not one to keep his head down and graduate quietly Dr. Bennett spent a great deal of his time working to improve the school. “If I saw something that needed to be done, I just did it. I wanted

to make sure the profession of dentistry stayed strong.” His efforts led Connie Drisco, the Dean of the dental school to create a Servant Leadership award in his honor. On Finding Rome Working from Alaska and Montana to Wyoming and Arizona you might wonder how Dr. Bennett eventually found Rome. “I have fifteen nieces and nephews in Georgia and I was just ready to come back. I basically sent an e-mail to every orthodontist in Georgia and was very fortunate to get a response from Dr. Jeffrey Crews. He opened his doors to me and I am very grateful for that.”

On Finding His Calling Dr. Bennett knows that if there is such a thing as a “calling” he’s found it. “The great thing about the practice is you have a young captive audience at such a crucial time in their life. In the grand scheme of things straightening teeth isn’t that big of a deal, nobody ever died from crooked teeth, but that opportunity to encourage people and give them something that will forever help their confidence is what it’s all about.” Twenty years from now Dr. Bennett sees himself here in Rome, hopefully having worked off the massive debt his schooling created. “I just look forward to shaking hands here and being able to call people by name and get involved in the local charities. I’d much rather be known as the most generous guy in town than the richest.”

Welcome to Rome Dr. Bennett!

(Left to Right) Dr. William Bennett with Dr. Jeffrey Crews and his team, Diane

Tant, Sybil Howard, Mackenzi Baker and Stormi Rosser.

Orthodontist Dr. William Bennett

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“Straightening teeth isn’t that big of a deal, nobody ever died from crooked teeth, but that opportunity to encourage people and give them something that will forever help their confidence is what it is all about.” - Dr. William Bennett on finding his calling.

(Above) Dr. William Bennett checks on Katlin Thompson. June 2013 13

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(Above) Leaders from the Chamber, Existing Industries and local government come together to enjoy quality time.(Left) John Quinlivan, Redmond, watches to see where his swing lands.(Bottom) Rosemary Shellnut, Cartridge World, shows off her prizes.

What’s That PROJECTSTEMCO Begins Construction on a Production Area that will Create

Brake Products from Start to Finish.

STEMCO, formerly Rome Tool and Die Co., hopes to have their new production line revved up by Q1 2014. The addition will create “friction” products from start to finish. “This new area will produce the padding that essentially stops a truck,” said Core Team Member Clayton O’ Neal. “We’ll be able to exclusively make the friction product here from start to finish. The material will come in powder form and we will create a mix that will go through a mold and be pressed and cured in an oven.” The company will be making an official STEMCO brake part that is built and assembled under one roof. The new area, five years in the making, will also come with a lab, training room and bathrooms that can act as a tornado shelter. STEMCO hopes to employ about 45 new people to work in this production area. STEMCO acquired Rome Tool & Die in 2011. “Rome Tool and Die is an important and attractive addition to STEMCO,” said Jon Cox, president of STEMCO. “The business is the leading supplier of new brake shoes to the aftermarket in the United States. STEMCO will now be able to combine brake shoes with STEMCO Duroline brake pads to offer a completely lined brake shoe kit that will offer important performance and safety benefits to fleet operators.”

Core Team Member Clayton O’ Neal shows the product the new production area will create.

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The E.C.O. Center

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How this SPL ST funded building brings education and awareness to Rome/Floyd County

Back in the 1980’s, Rome moved forward with the plans to build a new water pump station. The building that would become the E.C.O Center was then left as a storage facility. Fast forward to the year 2000 when Environmental Services Director Eric Lindberg was hired. “They asked me what I would do with the building and the idea of constructing a river education center was born,” said Mr. Lindberg. “Finding the funding was really the tricky part. It is easier to get funding for a program, but for a building it becomes much more difficult.” Mr. Lindberg said he looked for different options to provide the funding but the break came in 2006 when the Citizens Committee selected items to be a part of the funding for the 2006 SPLOST. “Thanks to the community, the SPLOST was successful and with funding we were able to move forward and start on the structural and architectural work. Those two things required the biggest investments but we needed to fix it in a way that would allow it to be around for another 100 years.” The E.C.O. Center also received donations of aquariums and tanks from the Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation Department. The E.C.O. Center host schools for ecological programs Tuesday - Friday in the mornings and is open to the public from 1-5 p.m. Mostly staffed by volunteers the center host a variety of events, fund-raisers, dinners and can be rented for parties and receptions. “We only rent it out twice a month for non-education purposes,” said Mr. Lindberg. “The main goal of the building is education so we have to limit the non-educational events.” The center started hosting their first programs in 2010 before there was much to see in the space. “In 2011 and 2012 we grew tremendously,” said Mr. Lindberg. “This Spring the word seems to have really gotten around and we’ve seen well over 2,000 school children.” The E.C.O. Center also brings a level of interaction the children may not have been able to have before. “In the past maybe they’d buy a bunch of coloring books for the kids and who knows what effect that really has, but with this center we get a lasting bang for our buck. We’re doing something for the community that won’t be thrown away a week later.

How this SPL ST funded building brings education and awareness to Rome/Floyd County

People get to come here and see what makes Northwest Georgia unique.” Mr. Lindberg’s favorite part about his job is getting to do things he did as a child, only more scientifically now. “I get to ‘play’ in the rivers and streams, search for bugs and make sure the ecosystem is staying in balance.” Mr. Lindberg spent five years working at Zoo Atlanta before working for The Georgia Conservancy and his current position as the Environmental Service Director for Rome and Floyd County. His personal mission is to help us live better with the environment and help balance the ecology/economy dynamic. Find out more information on The E.C.O. Center in the Chamber’s business directory located at www.romega.com.

(Above) Eric Lindberg shows a non-venomous snake to a group of visitors.

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New Members - Welcome!100 Black Men

of Rome-NWGA, Inc.Mr. Greg Shropshire

2204 Shorter Ave NW PBM224Rome, GA 30165(706) 291-7059

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Adams Management Services Corporation

Mr. Frank Bibb205 E 1st Ave; STE 200

Rome, GA 30161(706) 234-7971

www.adamspmc.com

Alex’s Froyo Yogurt ShopMr. Jimmy Day

3363 Martha Berry Hwy NW STE 100Rome, GA 30165(706) 235-5555

www.alexsfroyoyogurt.com

Apollo Marketing, LLCMr. Kirby Blalock

17 Yale Rd NERome, GA 30161(706) 314-0222

www.apollomarketing.us.com

Callier Springs Country Club, Inc.

Mr. Grant Miller2653 Callier Springs Rd SE

Rome, GA 30161(706) 234-1691

www.callierspringscc.com

Catalytic AdvisorsMr. Everett Hill

2002 Summit Blvd STE 300Atlanta, GA 30319

(770) 674-8482www.catalyticadvisors.com

Chiaha Guild of Arts & Crafts

Ms. Jennifer SelmanPO Box 1282

Rome, GA 30162(706) 235-4542www.chiaha.org

Clay Henderson PlumbingMr. Clay Henderson

414 McClain RoadKingston, GA 30145

(706) 767-2499

Custom CleaningMr. James Meers

755 West Hermitage Rd. PO BOX 2963

Rome, GA 30164(706) 235-3906

Data Fusion Specialists, LLC

Mr. Tom Sabourin401 Broad St STE 206

Rome, GA 30161(706) 237-6727

www.datafusionspecialists.com

Data Processing ServiceMs. Lori Carles

1702 N Broad St NERome, GA 30161(706) 295-4568

Dunkin’ DonutsMr. Vipul Patel12 Shorter Ave NW

Rome, GA 30165(706) 232-6630

www.dunkindonuts.com

Easy Money PawnMr. Justin Hight

2507 Shorter AvenueRome, GA 30165(706) 378-8370

The EdgeMr. Richard Hendricks113 A Armstrong Ave. NW

Rome, GA 30165(912) 230-8342

www.edgeforlife.org

Foundations OrthodonticsDr. William Bennett

317 Redmond Rd NWRome, GA 30165(706) 291-2901

The Gentleman’s SouthMs. Sarah Beth Barnett

331 Broad StRome, GA 30161(706) 236-2400

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The Graham FirmMr. Matt Graham

519 Broad Street, Suite 10PO BOX 988

Rome, GA 30161(706) 232-4797

Hanging Around RomeMs. Siri Selle

1205 East 2nd Ave. SERome, GA 30161(706) 235-9081

www.studiosiri.com

Helbing Construction Co., Inc.

Mr. Matt Helbing657 Turkey Mountain Rd

Armuchee, GA 30105(706) 802-8154

Hunt & Associates Appraisal Services

Ms. Sherri Hunt802 Avenue B

Rome, GA 30161(706) 232-2034

John T. Corwin, P.C.Mr. Ted Corwin

414 E 1st AveRome, GA 30161(706) 237-9944

Just Sports & TennisMr. Powell Fulton

717 E 2nd Ave SWRome, GA 30161(706) 291-0752

www.justsportsandtennis.com

Kevin Gurley Inc.Mr. Kevin Gurley955 Rosedale Rd NE

Armuchee, GA 30105(706) 676-2145

Larkin Swartz DDS, LLCMs. Julie Ahern

313 Redmond Rd NWRome, GA 30165(706) 234-3996

M & E ConstructionMr. Mark Mitchell

35 Shorter Industrial Blvd. NWPO BOX 2441

Rome, GA 30165(706) 252-1440

McCullough Roofing & Metal Works, Inc.Mr. Dale McCullough

3010 Rockmart RD SERome, GA 30161(706) 232-3821

North Rome TireMs. Tony Mejia5 W Callahan ST NE

Rome, GA 30161(706) 291-2867

Northeast Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Ms. Lindsey Daugherty6 Mathis Dr NWRome, GA 30165(706) 237-6306

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Renewals

Apollo Marketing, LLCMr. Kirby Blalock

17 Yale Rd NERome, GA 30161(706) 314-0222

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Oak Ridge Apartment Community

Ms. Carol Greissinger451 Chateau Dr SERome, GA 30161(706) 235-3030

Pilates on FirstMs. Maureen Marcus

323 E 1st AveRome, GA 30165(678) 772-5093

PLAYERSMr. Bryan Allen

317 Broad StRome, GA 30161

Shorter BPMr. Minesh Desai

12 Shorter Ave NWRome, GA 30165(706) 295-4280

Tod Buford ConstructionMr. Tod Buford511 Cooper Dr SERome, GA 30161(706) 290-4735

Todd, J.L., Auction Co.Mr. Frank Coker

28 Bale St SWRome, GA 30165(706) 291-7007

Traditions of Rome, IncMr. William R. Childs

101 E 2nd AveRome, GA 30161(706) 232-1427

Tuck’s Superstores Inc.

Mr. Darren Tuck198 John Davenport Dr NW

Rome, GA 30165(706) 232-8711

Village CafeMr. Tom Hackett

3349 Martha Berry Hwy NWRome, GA 30161(706) 528-4082

University Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram

Mr. Mamadou Thiam2500 New Calhoun Hwy NE

Rome, GA 30161(706) 862-1626

Abbott, Ronald L., CPA, PCAccounting Solutions Plus Advanced Sleep Concepts Alfa Insurance - Joel McCool Agency Allgood Pest Solutions Ameriprise Financial Arrow Exterminators, Inc. Atlanta Steeplechase Avery Drugs Bagby Transfer Company Barnes Autobody, Inc. Bentley Audio Visual Services, Inc. Bert Brooks Tire, Inc Bestway Construction CompanyBlue Fin Sushi and Grill Restaurant Bohannon Brothers Glass Co Inc Bojangles/CHKB Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest Georgia Brooks Building Group, Inc. Brugg Wire Rope, LLC Camp Industries Chieftains Museum/Major Ridge Home City of Cave Spring Classic Cabinets Coosa Valley Credit Union Cornerstone Financial & Insurance Group Country Inn & Suites Courtesy Ford Lincoln of Rome David F. Guldenschuh, PC David L. Nix CPA LLC Davis Contracting & Development Co. DiPrima Shoes, Inc. Easy Living Yamaha & Polaris

Econolodge Motel Elmo Carter Construction Co., Inc. Fellowship Baptist Church First Bank Mortgage Partners - Tony Miller Floyd County Board of Commissioners For Evergreen Landscaping & Lawn Maintenance FS Comm Georgia, LLC Gateway Warehouse & Transportation, Inc. Goodwill of North Georgia Career Center at Rome Hacks Carpet/Carpet Corporation of America Harbin Clinic L.L.C. Help at Home, Inc. Heritage First Bank Hollywood Baptist Church Holy Trinity Lutheran Church HoneyBaked Ham Company & Cafe J.H. Barnette, Inc. General Contractors Knaak, Benjamin, DMD PC Lansource, Inc. Lavender Mountain Hardware LLC Lifoam Industries, LLC Lovvorn Door & Window Company Lowe’s Mediquick Mike Britton Allstate Agency N.W. GA Council Boy Scouts of America Neaton Rome, Inc. NWGA Center for Independent Living NWGHA: Finance Department Oak Hill Church of Christ Owens & Bowen CPA’s, PC Paul Davis Restoration of Rome Polk Medical Center Preferred Travel of Rome, Inc. Purdy Electric Co, Inc R.J. Fricks Rebecca Blaylock Child Development Center

Rick’s Little Garden Rix, Alicia Mize, DMD, PC Robert Noble Architect Rom-Com, Inc.Rome City Schools Rome Rotary Club Rome/Floyd County Recycling Center S.I. Storey Lumber Co. Seven Hills Shaggers Sexual Assault Center of NW Ga Inc Society for Human Resource Management Soymet 101, LLC St. Mary’s Catholic School Star Cleaners Stellar Wines of Rome, LLC Stonebridge Golf Course Stor-It Mini Warehouses Suzuki Tallatoona CAP, Inc. The Balanced Leader LLC The Partridge Restaurant The Shrimp Boat Three Rivers Housing & Development Corp. Tommy Roberts Trucking Travel Leaders Vargo, Joseph K., Dr. Wal Mart - East Rome Walker Orthodics & Prosthetics, Inc. WATG-The Ridge 95.7 Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC Westminster Townhouse Apartments Willow Creek Landscape Supply WinShape Homes WLAQ-AM 1410 Wright’s Memorial

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Ribbon Cuttings

Children’s Dental Center, P.C.

BDD ConsultingEconoLodge

Elrods

Mr. Harry Patel cuts the ribbon for EconoLodge located at

390 Dodd Blvd SE.

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Dunkin’ Donuts

Mrs. Tonya Davis cuts the ribbon for BDD Consulting located at 210 E 2nd Ave Suite 205.

Dr. Jim Shealy cuts the ribbon for Children’s Dental Center, P.C. located at

15 Riverbend Dr STE 130

Mr. Andy Kight cuts the ribbon for Elrod’s, Inc. located at 905 Martha Berry Blvd NW.

Bodiez by Blad

Mr. Bladimir Lejuez rips the ribbon for his ‘home based’ personal training business.

Buttercup Boutique

Ms. Cindy Carnes cuts the ribbon for Buttercup Boutique located at

100 W 2nd Ave STE 104.

Ford, Gittings & Kane

Mr. Vipul Patel cuts the ribbon for Dunkin’ Donuts located at 12 Shorter Ave NW.

Cevian Design Lab

Mr. Joe Gittings cuts the ribbon for Ford, Gittings & Kane’s new watch line.

They are located at 312 Broad St.

Mr. Mark Cochran, Ms. Jessica Hester and Ms. Melissa Craven cut the ribbon for Cevian

Design Lab located at 401 Broad STE 100.

page 2Harbin Clinic

1825 Martha Berry Highway

www.harbinclinic.com706-295-5331

page 5Greene’s Jewelers

328 Broad Street www.greenesjewelers.com

706-291-7236

Cindy Green, Toles Temple & Wright

611 Turner McCall Blvd.www.callromehome.com

706-409-1793

Unity Christian School2960 New Calhoun

Highwaywww.unitychristianschool.org

706-292-0700

Sylvan Learning Center2809 Martha Berry Hwy NE

www.sylvanlearning.com706-295-3484

page 11Berry College Campbell

School of Business MBA Program

2277 Martha Berry Highway

www.berry.edu/mba706-238-5896

page 14Kindred Hospital

304 Turner McCall Blvd SWwww.kindredhealthcare.com

(706) 378-6800

Advertiser’s Index

4Apollo Marketing Ribbon CuttingLocation: 17 Yale Rd NE 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

4YP Rome hosted by: The Vault at La Marie’sLocation: 201 Broad St STE 1005:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.Join us for Young Professionals of Rome at “The Vault”! Meet and network with young professionals who live, work and play in the Greater Rome area!

5“Social Media for Small Businesses”Location: Chamber Boardroom8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

5Transportation Committee MeetingLocation: Chamber Boardroom12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

6Mid-Year CelebrationLocation: 1 Maurice Culberson Dr5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.Event Description: The Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend the annual Mid-Year Celebration

“All Aboard the Grad Train” celebrating excellence in education.

14Education & Workforce Committee MeetingLocation: Chamber Boardroom8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

19Joint Governmental Affairs Committee and Small Business Action Council MeetingTopic: (Marketplace Fairness Act)Location: Chamber Boardroom12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Chamber EventsJune 2013

back coverFord, Gittings & Kane

Jewelers312 Broad Street

www.fgkjewelers.com706-291-8811

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Special thanks to our advertisers! Find out

more information about membership & advertising by visiting the chamber’s website

www.romega.com..

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<< Robin Hice, Harbin Clinic, and Leigh Barba, Rome Area History Museum, pose for a picture at the Leadership Rome graduation. >> Community members celebrate the Leadership Rome graduation. << Cherilyn Selman, Circle of Health, introduces herself at YP Rome hosted by Greene’s Jewelers. >> Jeremy Schwanbeck, Randstad, wins a prize at YP Rome.

<< Legislators and community members gather for the Post-Legislative Breakfast. >> Noah Simon, Sammy Rich and Christian Coomer chat after the presentation.

<< Ron Tomlinson, Coosa Valley Credit Union, reprises his role as Caesar Flickerman, to give updates on the Membership Campaign during Business After Hours hosted by the GA Society of CPA’s. >>Stephanie Nichols, North Georgia Staffing, listens.

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Visitor’s GuideDowntown Rome

Floyd County

Points of Interest1 Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce2 Rome and Floyd County Library3 City Hall4 Clocktower5 Historic DeSoto Theatre6 Old Courthouse7 Myrtle Hill Cemetery8 Heritage Park9 Tennis Complex Barron Stadium10 The Forum11 Rome Area History Museum12 Harbin Clinic Tony E. Warren Cancer Center

Points of Interest13 Oak Hill & the Martha Berry Museum14 Chieftain’s Museum15 Greater Rome Convention & Visitors Bureau and Rome Visitors Center16 Ridge Ferry Park17 Shorter University18 Mt. Berry Square Mall19 Cave Spring20 Lock & Dam Park21 Coosa Valley Fairgrounds22 Stonebridge Golf Course23 Berry College24 Floyd Medical Center25 Harbin Clinic26 Redmond Regional Medical Center27 Darlington Lower School28 Darlington Upper School29 Georgia Northwestern Technical College30 Unity Christian School31 State Mutual Stadium32 Saint Mary’s Catholic School33 Georgia Highlands College34 Richard B. Russell Regional Airport35 Georgia School for the Deaf

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