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How to Start and Sustain a Successful Home Services Business
Starting a home services business makes sense for people who like being dependable—the kind who get the call when something breaks, clogs, floods, or falls. It’s work that matters, built around real-world needs. But turning that into a reliable income isn’t about showing up with tools and hoping for the best. It takes more than skill. It takes pattern recognition, discipline, and decision-making that holds up under pressure. The calendar fills fast, calls come in out of nowhere, and burnout creeps up if
Your Region. Your Leaders. Our Impact.
Dear Leaders, We are proud to share the results of our 2025 Program Impact Survey, which reaffirms the power and purpose of Leadership Perimeter’s work in our region. Through both our Flagship and Youth programs, participants are growing into informed, engaged, and inclusive leaders — and the data tells a compelling story. Our evaluation is grounded in a nationally adopted framework used by Community Leadership Programs (CLPs) across the country. This framework is built around four core
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
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Announces 5th Round of Peach Bowl LegACy Fund Awardees
ATLANTA (August 6, 2025) – Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is pleased to announce four new research projects to be headed by pediatric hematologists and oncologists at the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center aimed at targeting childhood cancers, including brain tumors, osteosarcoma and leukemia. Funding was provided by Peach Bowl, Inc. and the Peach Bowl LegACy Fund, which was established in 2019 as a $20 million commitment that is hyper-focused on funding clinical trials for the most challenging
‘Playfully Perimeter’ aims to foster fun, connectivity with community
On Aug. 27, a new program called “Playfully Perimeter” will launch an immersive event to showcase the districts’ amenities to professionals, residents and visitors to the area. In collaboration with Explore Brookhaven, Discover Dunwoody, and Visit Sandy Springs, the Playfully Perimeter series “aims to expand awareness of Perimeter and highlight its continuous growth and new developments,” according to a release about the initiative. “It will include three immersive events between August and December
Office Printers: The Hidden Threat to Networks
Quick: Can you name the biggest cyber threats to your business?If you mentioned things like phishing and poor password management, you’re on the right track. But there’s another common threat that many people don’t even think about when they try to keep the bad guys out: office printers. That’s right. Even while your company invests in firewalls, antivirus tools, and employee training, printers fly under the radar without anyone really giving them a second thought. But according to a new report, that
Puttshack to participate in annual backpack school drive
Puttshack, which has a location at High Street in Dunwoody and one in Midtown, has announced a partnership with Back 2 School America (B2SA) to make a meaningful impact in the lives of underserved students this back-to-school season.Through the Piece of the Putt campaign, every $30 donated will provide one fully stocked Back 2 School Kit to a child in need within the Atlanta and Dunwoody local communities, according to a release from the company. Read more here
Sandy Springs Launches Avive’s 4 Minute Community™ Program to Improve Cardiac Arrest Response
The City of Sandy Springs is proud to announce the launch Avive Solutions, Inc. 4 Minute Community™ Program -- an innovative, approach designed to transform the way sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is addressed in the community. The program aims to close the gap between the onset of cardiac arrest and the arrival of professional emergency responders. By leveraging historical data on Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) in specific areas, the initiative will equip CPR-trained citizen volunteers in the City of Sandy
JAS Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Appointments
JAS is pleased to announce two leadership updates that reflect the company's continued focus on global growth, innovation, and delivering value to its customers. Manuele Mazzacurati, currently serving as Executive Vice President of Global Sales & Marketing, has been appointed Interim Chief Commercial Officer following David Bang’s departure to pursue another opportunity outside the organization. With nearly 18 years at JAS, Mazzacurati brings a wealth of experience spanning operations, regional
Behind the Headlines: Strong Majorities Favor Pro-Growth Tax Provisions
Recent public opinion data reports mixed results by way of voter sentiment toward the One Big Beautiful Bill. And predictably, detractors of the legislation are working overtime to define the law for political gain. A closer look at recent public opinion polls shows that large percentages of Americans are unfamiliar with the details of the bill. The latest Washington Post/Ipsos study reported that “only about one-third indicated they had heard a ‘great deal’ or ‘good amount’ about it.” This
Harry Norman, REALTORS Takes Top Titles in The Atlantan's 2025 ''Best of the City'' Awards
Harry Norman, REALTORS®, Atlanta’s premier luxury real estate firm, is proud to announce several recognitions in The Atlantan’s 2025 “Best of the City” awards! The highly anticipated awards program has named Harry Norman the Best Georgia Real Estate Agency, in addition to recognizing both a top-performing team, Erin Yabroudy & Associates, and an outstanding individual agent, Hasan Pasha, for their exceptional achievements. The Atlantan’s annual “Best of the City” awards provide the ultimate guide to
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Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University Lead National Trial Aiming to Improve Survival
ATLANTA (July 24, 2025) – Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University are leading a national multi-site trial to determine the best threshold for platelet transfusions in extremely preterm infants admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Arthur M. Blank Hospital. These babies generally have the highest incidence of abnormally low platelets in the blood and bleeding, as well as the highest mortality among all babies admitted to the NICU. Led by Ravi Patel, MD, MSc, Director of
Here for You: JF&CS Launches Community Response Initiative
In times of crisis, our communities need support that is compassionate, timely, and responsive to their unique situations. At JF&CS, we have launched a new Community Response Initiative designed to provide short-term, group-based mental health support tailored to those affected by traumatic events. This initiative addresses a gap between individual therapy and group interventions by offering immediate, focused care to groups- such as families impacted by a local tragedy, college students navigating
Helping Small Businesses Navigate Tariffs: Seeking Relief, FAQs
Neil Bradley Executive Vice President, Chief Policy Officer, and Head of Strategic Advocacy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce John G. MurphySenior Vice President, Head of International, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Tariffs are having a real and devastating impact on thousands of small businesses across the nation as uncertainty, rising costs, and cancellations are hitting home. To help thousands of small businesses navigate the challenges, the U.S. Chamber has been answering questions, holding briefings,
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
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Greater Perimeter Chamber Opens Nominations for 2025 Woman of Distinction Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 14, 2025Greater Perimeter Chamber Opens Nominations for 2025 Woman of Distinction Award Honoring Exceptional Women Who Lead, Serve, and Inspire Across the Perimeter Region Sandy Springs, GA — The Greater Perimeter Chamber (GPC) is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Woman of Distinction Award. Let’s honor and celebrate a remarkable woman who demonstrates outstanding leadership, integrity, and community impact within the Perimeter region.Winner Announced and Honored: October
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
