BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P3D REFRESH-INTERVAL:P3D CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20250423T153000Z DTEND:20250423T170000Z X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:Signature Luncheon with Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear from Georgia's Secretary of State\, Brad Raffensperger at a multi-chamber luncheon presented by the Brookhaven and Greater Perimeter Chambers\, on a variety of topics including Georgia's Business Climate. \n\n\n\nAbout Georgia's Secretary of State:\n\n\nBrad Raffensperger is Georgia's 29th Secretary of State\, first elected in 2018 and overwhelmingly re-elected in 2022.\n\n\n\nA lifelong conservative Republican\, he moved to Georgia 40 years ago to raise a family and start a small business. As a licensed structural engineer\, Professional Engineer\, licensed in 40 states\, and a licensed General Contractor in Georgia\, and other states\, Raffensperger successfully founded Tendon Systems\, a provider of high-strength steel for construction projects. Under Raffensperger's ownership\, Tendon Systems grew to become the southeast's largest post-tensioning specialist contractor with approximately 150 employees and projects in over 40 states. Brad also founded Trillium Structures\, a structural design consulting firm with commercial mid-rise and high-rise projects throughout the southeast.\n\n\nRaffensperger was elected to the City Council in Johns Creek\, Georgia. Three years later he was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives where he then served for two-terms\, and in 2018 Georgia voters elected him Secretary of State. The Secretary's top priority is secure and accessible elections. As Secretary of State\, Raffensperger delivered the largest implementation of voting machines in the history of this country\, on time and on budget. Under the leadership of Secretary Raffensperger\, Georgia modernized its election system by adding its first auditable paper ballot system and giving the power to secure Georgia's elections directly to the voter. He is the first Secretary of State to pass legislation requiring photo ID for all forms of voting\, and the first to hold counties accountable to voters by expanding polling places. Brad and his wife Tricia started out as high school sweethearts and have now been married for over forty-five years.\n\n\n\nThey raised three sons and immensely enjoy spoiling their three grandchildren. They are members of North Point Community Church.\n\n\n\nHere's What Attendees Are Saying About Signature Events:\n\n\n""The Greater Perimeter Chamber's events always deliver incredible value. The speakers are insightful\, and the connections I make are invaluable to my business." T. Daniels\n\n\n\n"I've attended many events\, but this luncheon stood out. The speaker's expertise and the caliber of attendees made it an exceptional experience." L. Ramirez\n\n\n\n"An inspiring and informative event that left me with new ideas\, new contacts\, and a renewed energy for tackling challenges in my business." A. Patel\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Reminders:\n\nSponsorship Opportunities:\n\nDiscover the benefits of sponsoring this event by exploring our 2025 Total Resource Campaign. Details are available on page 7.\n\nPre-Registration:\n\nTo ensure a smooth experience for all attendees\, we kindly ask that you register in advance\, as walk-ins cannot always be accommodated. If space allows\, walk-ins will be subject to a $10 surcharge. Please note that all registrations are final and non-refundable. Thank you for your understanding.\n\nPhoto/Video Release:\n\nBy attending\, you consent to the use of event photos and videos for future Greater Perimeter Chamber marketing materials. Your support is greatly appreciated!\n\nSpeaker Disclaimer:\n\nThe views and information shared by event speakers are their own and do not reflect the endorsement or verification of the Greater Perimeter Chamber.\n\nCommunication Consent:\n\nBy providing your email\, you agree to receive occasional updates and event invitations from the Chamber. You may unsubscribe at any time.\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you to the Signature Luncheon Series where knowledge\, connections\, and leadership converge! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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Join us to hear from Georgia'\;s Secretary of State\, Brad Raffensperger at a multi-chamber luncheon presented by the Brookhaven and Greater Perimeter Chambers\, on a variety of topics including Georgia'\;s Business Climate. \;
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\nAbout Georgia'\;s Secretary of State:

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Brad Raffensperger is Georgia'\;s 29th Secretary of State\, first elected in 2018 and overwhelmingly re-elected in 2022.
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\nA lifelong conservative Republican\, he moved to Georgia 40 years ago to raise a family and start a small business. As a licensed structural engineer\, Professional Engineer\, licensed in 40 states\, and a licensed General Contractor in Georgia\, and other states\, Raffensperger successfully founded Tendon Systems\, a provider of high-strength steel for construction projects. Under Raffensperger'\;s ownership\, Tendon Systems grew to become the southeast'\;s largest post-tensioning specialist contractor with approximately 150 employees and projects in over 40 states. Brad also founded Trillium Structures\, a structural design consulting firm with commercial mid-rise and high-rise projects throughout the southeast.

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Raffensperger was elected to the City Council in Johns Creek\, Georgia. Three years later he was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives where he then served for two-terms\, and in 2018 Georgia voters elected him Secretary of State. The Secretary'\;s top priority is secure and accessible elections. As Secretary of State\, Raffensperger delivered the largest implementation of voting machines in the history of this country\, on time and on budget. Under the leadership of Secretary Raffensperger\, Georgia modernized its election system by adding its first auditable paper ballot system and giving the power to secure Georgia&rsquo\;s elections directly to the voter. He is the first Secretary of State to pass legislation requiring photo ID for all forms of voting\, and the first to hold counties accountable to voters by expanding polling places. Brad and his wife Tricia started out as high school sweethearts and have now been married for over forty-five years.
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\nThey raised three sons and immensely enjoy spoiling their three grandchildren. They are members of North Point Community Church.

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Here&rsquo\;s What Attendees Are Saying About Signature Events:

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"\;"\;The Greater Perimeter Chamber'\;s events always deliver incredible value. The speakers are insightful\, and the connections I make are invaluable to my business."\; &ndash\; T. Daniels

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"\;I&rsquo\;ve attended many events\, but this luncheon stood out. The speaker&rsquo\;s expertise and the caliber of attendees made it an exceptional experience."\; &ndash\; L. Ramirez

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"\;An inspiring and informative event that left me with new ideas\, new contacts\, and a renewed energy for tackling challenges in my business."\; &ndash\; A. Patel

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\nEvent Reminders:

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Sponsorship Opportunities:
\nDiscover the benefits of sponsoring this event by exploring our 2025 Total Resource Campaign. Details are available on page 7.

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Pre-Registration:
\nTo ensure a smooth experience for all attendees\, we kindly ask that you register in advance\, as walk-ins cannot always be accommodated. If space allows\, walk-ins will be subject to a $10 surcharge. Please note that all registrations are final and non-refundable. Thank you for your understanding.

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Photo/Video Release:
\nBy attending\, you consent to the use of event photos and videos for future Greater Perimeter Chamber marketing materials. Your support is greatly appreciated!

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Speaker Disclaimer:
\nThe views and information shared by event speakers are their own and do not reflect the endorsement or verification of the Greater Perimeter Chamber.

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Communication Consent:
\nBy providing your email\, you agree to receive occasional updates and event invitations from the Chamber. You may unsubscribe at any time.

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We look forward to welcoming you to the Signature Luncheon Series&mdash\;where knowledge\, connections\, and leadership converge!

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\n LOCATION:City Springs 1 Galambos Way Sandy Springs\, GA 30328 UID:e.569.12819 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTAMP:20260525T212716Z URL:https://business.greaterperimeterchamber.com/events/details/signature-luncheon-with-secretary-of-state-brad-raffensperger-12819 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR