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Business Leaders of Today

Kim Carswell with Persona Affairs and Artie Jones with City of College Park

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Business Leaders of Today June 26, 2015

Kim Carswell/Persona Affairs

Kim Carswell, Persona AffairsAtlanta-based businesswoman Kim N. Carswell is the owner of Persona Affairs, a firm that offers personal branding and social media engagement services for professionals and small to mid-size businesses. In 2013 Persona Affairs co-founded the Pink Power MasterMind Conference for Women and continues to partner with Microsoft and the WNBA Atlanta Dream in producing the professional development event for career and business women at Philips Arena. The event holds true to the mission of empowering women’s economic growth through leadership mentorship and entrepreneurship.

Artie Jones/City of College Park

Artie Jones, City of College Park

Named one of Atlanta Magazine’s “Best Places To Call Home” in April 2003, the City of College Park has become one of the most exciting communities in the greater metropolitan Atlanta area in which to live. A well-established community with an individuality all its own, College Park is located near the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Interstates I-85 and I-285, the CSX Railroad and Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA). Residents and visitors alike will find that this revitalized city offers the best of Southern hospitality in its city services, local restaurants, lodging accommodations, parks and recreation, and community events.

College Park has all the benefits of a large city, while preserving the neighborliness of a hometown. Its close proximity to Atlanta provides residents and visitors alike with easy access to colleges and universities, shopping and other places of interest.

Originally known as Manchester and incorporated in 1895, College Park is home to Cox College, Woodward Academy and more than 850 properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The town’s avenues and streets take their names from Ivy League colleges and influential College Park residents.

David Scott with Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate, Elaine Bylos with Unforgettable Voyage, and Vanda Teixeira with To Be A Woman

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Chris Horne, Vanda teixeira, Elaine Bylos, Tess Turrin, David Scott

Chris Horne, Vanda Teixeira, Elaine Bylos, Tess Turrin, David Scott

David Scott/Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Metro Brokers

David Scott, Better Homes & Gardens Real EstateBetter Homes and Gardens Real Estate Metro Brokers is one of the largest real estate marketing companies in Georgia. They currently have 25 offices and specialize in both residential and commercial real estate. Visit their corporate website at www.metrobrokers.com or you can visit David’s personal company website at http://davidscott.metrobrokers.com

Elaine Bylos/Unforgettable Voyage & Cruise Planners American Express

Elaine Bylos, Unforgettable VoyageUnforgettable Voyage is a Cruise Planners American franchise, specializing in the customization and planning of exquisite land and cruise vacations to destinations around the globe.

 

 

Vanda Teixeira/To Be A Woman

Vanda Teixeira 3To Be A Woman is the platform of true empowerment for women who are ready to awaken their true power and for companies that are serious about supporting women’s empowerment. Recognized at the United Nations as a Stand Out Program.

 

 

Ted Officer and Melissa Sloan with USA Health Insurance, Jody Stewart with Vaccines 2 Go and Gwynnis Mosby with Gwynnis Mosby Makeup Academy

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Chris Horne, Gwynnis Mosby, Jody Stewart, Ted Officer, Melissa Sloan, Tess Turrin

Chris Horne, Gwynnis Mosby, Jody Stewart, Ted Officer, Melissa Sloan, Tess Turrin

Ted Officer & Melissa Sloan/USA Health Insurance

Melissa Sloan & Ted Officer, USA Health InsuranceWith over 20 years experience, Ted Officer has created a one-stop solution for all your health insurance needs – USA Health Insurance. From helping with the Affordable Care Act and making sure thousands of American’s are insured, to helping with Medicare, Life, Vision and Dental, Mr. Officer has created a one stop consultative solution at absolutely no charge to the consumer.

Services they provide include: 1.) Help with new existing policies 2.) Help finding the most affordable insurance on the market 3.) Needs Analysis so you have the coverage you need 4.) Dental & Vision Coverage with the best carriers on the market 5.) Medicare Coverage to cover prescriptions, hospital visits and more. 6.) Help with payments, insurance carriers, document management and so much more.

They want to roll out the red carpet to their clients to make it as easy as possible for them. They handle the Health Insurance Marketplace (also known as Hc.gov) for their clients and they submit all applications and information that is required by the government. They also handle off-market policies and ensure the best plans are selected for the consumer’s dollar. They stay educated on trends, market changes, price changes, insurance regulations and more. They help their clients to understand all of this and how it affects them each year.

If you want a company that prides itself and is built on helping you – and you are looking for experienced, dedicated, ethical people to get you insured – then call USA Health Insurance today!

Jody Stewart/Vaccines 2 Go

Jody Stewart, Vaccines On The Go (2)Vaccines 2 Go provides you and your employees with convenient on-site access to vaccinations you need. By bringing this service on-site, employers are able to give their employees a convenient way to have peace of mind that they and their family’s are protected. V2G also provides vaccines to medical sales professionals and allows them online access to their medical portal so they can send in the medical records to access hospitals and vendor services. It also saves the medical company money by allowing the sales rep to get in-home vaccines or at the National Sales Meeting, reducing the time they would have to spend in a doctors office or health department. Therefore they are not missing time from work and missing sales. Vaccines 2 Go offers three types of vaccines: Routine, Recommended and Required. They are conveniently available in all 50 states.

Gwynnis Mosby /Gwynnis Mosby Makeup Academy

Gwynnis Mosby, GM Makeup AcademyIf you’re looking for a new, exciting and lucrative career in professional makeup artistry, then look no further. The Gwynnis Mosby Makeup Academy offers a comprehensive, hands-on education in all areas of professional makeup. Their masters level classes are taught by qualified instructors who are veteran working professionals in the field of makeup with many years of experience in a wide range of areas, including beauty and corrective makeup, airbrushing and body makeup, theater and live performance makeup, high fashion makeup, runway and photography, bridal, high definition television, film, fantasy, beginning prosthetics, and special effects. They offer career development courses and help students prepare to work in the field of makeup upon completion of course programs.

Business Leaders of Today radio show

Dr. Mitchell Blass with Georgia Infectious Diseases and Skip & Nancy Plesnarski with 18/8 Fine Men’s Salon

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Chris Horne, Dr. Mitchell Blass, Tess Turrin, Nancy Plesnarski, Skip Plesnarski

Chris Horne, Dr. Mitchell Blass, Tess Turrin, Nancy Plesnarski, Skip Plesnarski

Dr. Mitchell Blass/Georgia Infectious Diseases

Dr. Mitchell Blass, Georgia Infectious DeiseasesAll of the physicians at Georgia Infectious Diseases, PC are board certified ID specialists who strive to provide you and your family members the most professional, individualized, and up to date medical care in our field of expertise. Whether a patient is ill and confined to the hospital or an out-patient seeking consultation, the physicians at Georgia Infectious Diseases will work with you as part of your team of physicians to identify potential infectious causes of your symptoms and to develop a treatment plan.

In 1981, when the very first cases of HIV/AIDS were reported in the New England Journal of Medicine, Dr. Robert Capparell completed his training in Infectious Diseases at the University of Kentucky. He began to practice Infectious Diseases at both Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Northside Hospital, located in Atlanta, GA that very year. He was joined by Dr. Mitchell A. Blass, a fourth generation native of Atlanta in 1999, and Georgia Infectious Diseases, PC took on its name. Rounding out their trio of physicians is their most recent associate Dr. Margaret Williamson who joined the practice in 2004. In July of 2009, after nearly three decades, Dr. Capparell retired from the practice of medicine.

While most referrals to their practice begin with a request from a primary care physician, they welcome your inquiries into their practice.

Skip & Nancy Plesnarski/18/8 Fine Men’s Salon

Nancy and Skip Plesnarski, 18-8 Fine Men's salon18|8 Fine Men’s Salons are the reinvention of the barber shop, focused on the unique needs of men.

When combined, 18% chromium and 8% nickel “transformed” steel becomes a more enhanced and better performing stainless steel. The result is 18|8; their moniker for the transformation of their male clientele to look better, feel better, and perform better. At their men’s centers, they provide expertise in men’s hair care and grooming – a neglected craft, now revitalized and redefined at 18|8 Fine Men’s Salons.

Their stylists and staff provide the advice, solutions and consistency men deserve in a wide variety of services and treatments, including haircuts, hair coloring, MANicures, face treatments, scalp treatments and massage – all provided at semi-private stations. At 18|8 Fine Men’s Salons, men can have a unique experience designed to meet their specific needs, rather than being an afterthought at a woman’s salon or settling for a clip-joint-quality haircut.

Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta, bfonics and NEXT Steps Youth Entrepreneur Program

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Chris Horne, Dana Jewel Harris, Derek Griffin, Vikki Millender-Morrow, Nekeidra Taylor, Tess Turrin

Chris Horne, Dana Jewel Harris, Derek Griffin, Vikki Millender-Morrow, Nekeidra Taylor, Tess Turrin

Nekeidra Taylor & Vikki Millender-Morrow/Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta

Nekeidra Taylor & Vikki Millender-Morrow, Girl Scouts of Greater AtlantaGirl Scouts of Greater Atlanta is the premier leadership development organization for girls, serving more than 43,000 girls and 17,000 volunteers in 34 counties in the greater metropolitan Atlanta area, northwest Georgia and Polk County, TN. Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. For more information on how to join, volunteer or donate to Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta, call (800) 771-1139 or visit www.GirlScoutsATL.org.

Derek Griffin/bfonics

Derek Griffin on Business RadioXBfonics is an end-to-end proximity marketing platform based on the iBeacon technology from Apple. They work with retailers, hospitality clients, third party advertisement agencies, mall owners, cities, metro transportation companies/systems to engage the customers in real time by sending notifications, messages, deals and much more to their smart phones. Their products & solutions help retailers leverage cost-effective mobile technology to connect with their customers and offer customized deals. Their platform is designed based on the ‘iBeacon’ Technology from Apple to seamlessly integrate the digital and physical world. Their “Smart Beacons” along with mobile solutions are used to provide customers the best value for the money and also help them increase their ROI.

Dana Jewel Harris/NEXT Steps Youth Entrepreneur Program

Dana Jewel Harris, NEXT StepsThe NEXT Steps Youth Entrepreneur Program is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides youths (grades 2-12) with STEM++ education, entrepreneurship training, and access to mentors and career opportunities in Georgia’s high demand STEM++ industries.

 

 

Zeron Turlington with Atlanta Business Journal, Sytonnia Moore with Sytonnia, INC. and Jemmerio is Jemmerio with LGB Entertainment

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Chris Horne, Tess Turrin, Jemmerio, Sytonnia Moore, Zeron Turlington

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Zeron Turlington/Atlanta Business Journal

Zeron Turlington, Atlanta Business JournalThe Atlanta Business Journal is proud to serve as a catalyst for a new generation of business owners, a valuable trend indicator for established African American and minority businesses. Their digital and print publication represents over 22 years of dedication to help generate awareness about the positive changes and collective success of local and global businesses.


Sytonnia Moore/Sytonnia INC.

Sytonnia Moore 2Sytonnia INC. is an umbrella created to add structure to all of TV and Radio host Sytonnia Moore’s endeavors, but the company quickly molded into a multimedia broadcasting, production and communications business. Still in the beginning phases, Sytonnia INC. has developed several divisions in a short amount of time and covered extensive ground in areas including, but not limited to, sports, entertainment, film, television, production and press with the Sports Wire, Sytonnia Live, The Media Firm and The Moore Help Foundation of Atlanta. Sytonnia INC. is set to be one of Atlanta’s premiere media outlets for lifestyle coverage, sports, entertainment and philanthropy

Jemmerio is Jemmerio/LGB Entertainment

Jemmerio is JemmerioHe’s funny, he’s real, and he’s the man Y’all Don’t “Know nothing about Damn Jemmerio”! With over 30 years experience in entertainment field as a professional comedian, actor, and voiceover artist in television, films and live shows, Jemmerio is one of the nation’s funniest entertainment comedians in the country.

Jemmerio’s entertainment career started back in the early 80’s while in high school doing talent shows around Metro Atlanta. His success led him from talent shows to night clubs and then on to the big screen and television. He has had numerous appearances on B.E.T. ComicView, and has also performed on Russell Simmons’ Def Comedy Jam, and NBC’s In the Heat of the Night and Matlock. On the big screen, Jemmerio has starred in the films “Big Ain’t Bad”, “Pay the Price”, “Glory”, “Free Jack”, and “Robocop 3”. His voice talents include “Heaven Movie” and “Roll Out the Red Carpet”, both by Sony Music.

Jemmerio’s talents don’t stop there, as he has also been featured in music videos by the Eastside Boyz and Bizzy Bone. He is a writer and producer whose writing credits include BET’s ComicView. He was an Associate Producer for Big Ain’t Bad and was the stage manager for “I’m Every Woman” Stage Play and “America’s Heroes Celebration” starring T.I. Ashanti, and Eve. In 2013, Jemmerio was awarded the Urban Vision Achievement Award for his 30 years in the entertainment business.

Tony Fountain with Intelligent Safety USA, Tonya Burge with My Apple Gadgets, Jim Ware with iMadeThis and Albert Grassia with Digital Safety Net

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Chris Horne, Tony Fountain, Albert Grassia, Tonya Burge, Jim Ware, Tess Turrin

Chris Horne, Tony Fountain, Albert Grassia, Tonya Burge, Jim Ware, Tess Turrin

Tony Fountain/Intelligent Safety USA

Tony Fountain, Intelligent Safety USAIntelligent Safety USA is a technology-based security company that provides high end video surveillance, burglar and fire alarms, and access control. Their solutions use the latest in technology for deterrence, proactive responses, and evidence for the prevention and prosecution of crime. Their servers allow for the integration of your access control points to video surveillance and all your mobile devices.

Tonya Burge/My Apple Gadgets

Tonya Burge, My Apple GadgetsWant to get the most from your iPad or iPhone? My Apple Gadgets is Your Source For iPad and iPhone apps, news and accessory reviews. Tonya Burge (a.k.a. The iGadget Lady) shares some great iPad and iPhone Apps and Accessories with you as well as a ton of iPhone and iPad tips and tricks she’s found helpful. The reviews are unbiased and they are products that she’s either tried or currently use on a regular basis. She does the research so you won’t have to!

Jim Ware/iMadeThis

Jim Ware, iMade This, Inc.The relationship is paramount to Jim Ware, the owner of iMadeThis. Graphic design and website development are Jim Ware’s passions and creative solutions are what he does best. He wants to help you brand your business, build your website, launch your new advertising campaign and find overall creative solutions to reach your clients.


Albert Grassia/Digital Safety Net

Albert Grassia, Digital Safety NetDigital Safety Net helps private and commercial organizations assess their vulnerability to technological and security risks, and develop customized solutions to support workstations and networks from hackers.

Business Leaders of Today On-Air

STRAIGHT TALK

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Apryl Mitchell, Pamela Hogan, Angel Nowlin, Dr. Heavenly Kimes, Desiree Fowler

Apryl Mitchell, Pamela Hogan, Angel Nowlin, Dr. Heavenly Kimes, Desiree Fowler

On this special edition of Business Leaders of Today, the panel discusses business, personal relationships, sports and a whole range of topics.

Apryl Mitchell & Desiree Fowler/Humidor Mobile Cigar Bar & Catering

Apryl Mitchell, Humidor Mobile Cigar Bar & Catering Humidor Mobile Cigar Bar & Catering provides cigar services for a wide variety of social and professional events such as weddings, bachelor/bachelorette parties, sporting events, corporate events, etc. Services include full cigar bar set up, live cigar rolling, cutting, and lighting. Humidor is now the proud exclusive Atlanta distributor of Boss Life E-Cigars.

Angel Nowlin/The Nowlin Group Agency

Angel Nowlin is the proud CEO of the Nowlin Group Agency, specializing in business insurance, asset protection and wealth building. Her BA in Business Management and Series 6 and 63 motivates her to lend her expertise in these specialized areas. Focused, motivated, loyal, honest – just a few of the characteristics possessed by Angel that make her a successful entrepreneur. After years of entrepreneurial experience, she has decided to take her knowledge and power to enhance other business owners by spotlighting them and their attributes.

Pamela Hogan/Hogan Institute of Cosmetology & Esthetics

The Hogan Institute of Cosmetology & Esthetics (formerly Georgia Institute of Cosmetology and Esthetics) has more than 35 years combined experience. They provide top quality education to students who go on to become successful professionals in the cosmetology, esthetics and make-up artist industry. Whether you would like to open your own salon and spa, or dream of working in the most exclusive and famous establishments in the country, The Hogan Institute of Cosmetology & Esthetics has the foundation you need to make those dreams come true.

Dr. Heavenly Kimes/DrHeavenly.com

Dr. Heavenly Kimes knows a thing or two about success. As an award-winning business, money and relationship expert, she has helped hundreds of people realize their dreams. For over 12 years she has successfully owned and operated multi-million dollar companies and has negotiated deals worth millions based on her business savvy and self-education.

An avid believer that real success starts with the proper mind-set, Dr. Heavenly decided early on to learn as much as possible about business and how to use it to change her life. Her commitment to success spurred her to earn a real estate license, an insurance license and a Series 65 certification, all while raising a family and building her dental practices.

In 2012, Dr. Heavenly released her first book entitled, “Dr. Heavenly’s Business Prescriptions”, a straight-talk guide to success for those who want to change their lives and create wealth. In the book, she shares the mistakes she’s made and how she changed her mind-set to become one of Atlanta’s “Top Docs” and a multi-millionaire. Recently, she co-authored the bestselling series “Wake Up…Live The Life You Love” and created “Dr. Heavenly University”, a curriculum based learning series geared to help entrepreneurs learn how to get their businesses started properly from the beginning with their exit strategy in mind.

Relationships and Business

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Pamela Hogan, Sharon Spicer-Evans, Angel Nowlin, Dr. Heavenly Kimes, Beverly Shepard

Pamela Hogan, Sharon Spicer-Evans, Angel Nowlin, Dr. Heavenly Kimes, Beverly Shepard

On this special edition of Business Leaders of Today, the panel discusses personal relationships and how it affects business.

Angel Nowlin/The Nowlin Group Agency

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Pamela Hogan/Hogan Institute of Cosmetology & Esthetics

???????????????????????????????The Hogan Institute of Cosmetology & Esthetics (formerly Georgia Institute of Cosmetology and Esthetics) has more than 35 years combined experience. They provide top quality education to students who go on to become successful professionals in the cosmetology, esthetics and make-up artist industry. Whether you would like to open your own salon and spa, or dream of working in the most exclusive and famous establishments in the country, The Hogan Institute of Cosmetology & Esthetics has the foundation you need to make those dreams come true.

Dr. Heavenly Kimes/DrHeavenly.com

???????????????????????????????Dr. Heavenly Kimes knows a thing or two about success. As an award-winning business, money and relationship expert, she has helped hundreds of people realize their dreams. For over 12 years she has successfully owned and operated multi-million dollar companies and has negotiated deals worth millions based on her business savvy and self-education.

An avid believer that real success starts with the proper mind-set, Dr. Heavenly decided early on to learn as much as possible about business and how to use it to change her life. Her commitment to success spurred her to earn a real estate license, an insurance license and a Series 65 certification, all while raising a family and building her dental practices.

In 2012, Dr. Heavenly released her first book entitled, “Dr. Heavenly’s Business Prescriptions”, a straight-talk guide to success for those who want to change their lives and create wealth. In the book, she shares the mistakes she’s made and how she changed her mind-set to become one of Atlanta’s “Top Docs” and a multi-millionaire. Recently, she co-authored the bestselling series “Wake Up…Live The Life You Love” and created “Dr. Heavenly University”, a curriculum based learning series geared to help entrepreneurs learn how to get their businesses started properly from the beginning with their exit strategy in mind.

Sharon Spicer-Evans & Beverly Shepard/Spicer-Evans Models & Talent Agency

Beverly Shepard & Sharon Spicer-EvansThe Spicer-Evans Models & Talent Agency is shoulders above the rest when it comes to helping aspiring models achieve industry success. Their exciting bookings include promotional work for major hair companies, fashion shows and trade shows, along with magazine portrayals and other print work.

They specialize in talent development and management, offering workshops and other training tools that prepare you to face the modeling world with poise, style and self–confidence. Their top-notch make-up artists, stylists and photographers are dedicated to helping you present your best you.

Spicer-Evans’ recent promotions include high-profile name brand hair products including Strength of Nature, Pro-line, Beautiful Textures, African-Pride, Dream Kids, Elasta QP, Soft & Beautiful, Naturally Free and Mega Growth. If you’re interested in taking your career to the next level, then the Spicer-Evans Models & Talent Agency should be your next move!

Sonya Waddell with Dove Counseling Center

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Tess Turrin, Sonya Waddell, Angel Nowlin

Tess Turrin, Sonya Waddell, Angel Nowlin

Sonya Waddell/Dove Counseling Center

Sonya Waddell with Dove Counseling Center is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has been providing therapy for 9 years. She uses a technique called Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT) to help clients resolve challenges they are facing rapidly. This process is painless, which helps the client eliminate the emotional pain without reliving the traumatic or stressful event. Clients are able to eliminate negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors which bring peace to the soul. Some clients have had challenges resolved in one session while others have seen amazing results in two to five sessions.