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Become A Sponsor to Support The Healthy Youth USA Foundation
The Sharper Ball — A Night of Celebration • A Legacy of Service Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM (EST) Location: Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center, 1 Galambos Way, Atlanta, GA 30328 The Sharper Ball is the premier annual fundraising gala of Healthy Youth USA Foundation, bringing together community leaders, businesses, and supporters for an inspiring night of celebration and purpose. This year’s event marks a major milestone — 20 years of empowering children and families across North
Experience a day as a Principal
JOIN THE PRINCIPAL FOR A DAY INITIATIVE IN DEKALB SCHOOLS Are you a business or civic leader eager to make a significant impact in education? The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) warmly invites you to step into the role of a school principal for a day! This unique opportunity allows you to engage with the daily challenges and triumphs of public education while building valuable connections within the community. Who Can Participate: -Local business executives -Civic
Solidarity Sandy Springs helps the least fortunate
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Solidarity Sandy Springs, a nonprofit food pantry created at the outset of the pandemic in March 2020, shows Metro Atlantans how they can make a difference in their community. The grassroots organization has served more than 100,000 people in four years, operating a free-choice market with fresh produce and other healthy foods with the support of local donors and volunteers. Jennifer Barnes, Solidarity Sandy Springs co-founder and member of its board of directors,
Every Child Deserves a Warm Coat
When a child receives a brand-new coat, you can see the joy on their face. For many of our neighbors, this is the only new clothing their child will get all year and it means walking to school warm, playing outside with friends, and staying healthy through the cold months. Each fall, CAC partners with the Knights of Columbus to provide free, new coats to children in Dunwoody and Sandy Springs whose families are struggling to make ends meet. This year our goal is 700 coats, 100 more than last year.
Key Investments New Business Owners Should Prioritize for Success
Launching a business is an exciting milestone, but it also comes with crucial decisions about where to invest limited time and capital. Whether you’re hiring your first employee, securing your first vendor contract, or marketing your first product, choosing the right foundational investments can make the difference between surviving and thriving.1. Professional Foundations: Finance, Legal, and Compliance New business owners should start with the fundamentals: Business banking — Open a dedicated account
Dunwoody officials explore ways to bring contractor services in-house
DUNWOODY, Ga. — The Dunwoody City Council discussed a major rebidding of municipal services during its Aug. 25 meeting that would bring 12 contracted city positions in-house as full-time employees. Dunwoody’s five-year contracts for city services are set to expire at the end of December. Elected officials voted 6-1 to table a decision until the Sept. 8 meeting, giving the city plenty of time to approve something before contracts expire at year’s end. City Councilwoman Catherine
TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation Names New Executive Director
Effective August 1, 2025, Liz Loreti, CFRE, MA, became the Executive Director of TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation (myturningpoint.org), a unique breast cancer nonprofit focused on providing essential survivorship services for breast cancer patients of all backgrounds for nearly 22 years.“We are thrilled to welcome Liz as the new Executive Director of TurningPoint as she brings a wealth of nonprofit experience and will be an immediate asset,” said Kathy Smith, TurningPoint’s Board Chair and
How SMBs Can Successfully Navigate the Leap Into Global Markets
The dream of international expansion carries equal parts promise and pressure. For small and medium-sized businesses, the prospect of tapping into overseas markets can open up new revenue streams, diversify risk, and boost brand credibility. But the global playing field isn't just bigger—it’s trickier, messier, and often plays by an entirely different rulebook. That’s why the difference between growth and growing pains often lies in how smartly and strategically a business prepares for its global
How Small Business Owners Can Manage Change Without Losing the Crew
When a business shifts course, small companies feel the tremor more than giants. A policy tweak, leadership switch, or new technology doesn’t just ripple—it crashes through a tight-knit team, rattles long-standing habits, and pokes holes in comfort zones. Change isn’t the enemy, though; resistance to it is. If you’re running a small business, managing organizational change isn't just about pushing updates or sending memos—it's about keeping your people on board while the ship turns. Start With the Real
The Future of Work Is Flexible—And Here’s How Companies Can Make It Happen
The workplace isn’t what it used to be, and that’s a good thing. Employees want more autonomy, better work-life balance, and the ability to do their jobs without being chained to a desk from nine to five. For small businesses, this shift presents both a challenge and an opportunity. You don’t have the sprawling HR departments or endless budgets of large corporations, but you do have something better—agility. If you’re willing to rethink traditional work structures, you can create a remote or flexible work
Revolutionize Hiring with the Latest Recruitment Innovations
In the competitive realm of recruitment, staying ahead requires more than just traditional methods. The integration of technology and data-driven strategies is reshaping how organizations attract and retain talent. By adopting innovative approaches, companies can not only streamline their hiring processes but also enhance their appeal to prospective employees. This shift towards modern recruitment practices is essential for businesses aiming to secure the best candidates in a rapidly changing job
