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In November, the BCN held our monthly BCN CEO Roundtable.On behalf of the BCN Leadership, we would like to thank:* Davio...
02/03/2020

In November, the BCN held our monthly BCN CEO Roundtable.

On behalf of the BCN Leadership, we would like to thank:
* Davio's Atlanta Team: Paul Dunn, GM; Ashley Moore, Sales Manager, Executive Chef, Michael Penaranda for an exceptional job with cuisine, service, detail.
* Carithers Flowers: Charles Carithers, Founder/President & Nikki Parker, Events Manager for the continued magnificent centerpieces and bouquet.

Thank You Moment Successes:
* Tricia Molloy Molloy, Working with Wisdom
* Timothy Miller. Miller, T.P. Corporate Lodging
* Janice Weber, The Tavern at Phipps & Joey D’s
* Jarrett Oakley, JOYN
* Jennifer Schiveree Farmerarmer, Affairs to Remember
* Duane Stork Photography.

Most important enjoying your time with current and new friends that can become a client or new COI.

BCN Member Printers:
* Creative Approach, William Duffee-Braun & Russ Youngblood
* Synergetic Media, Virginia Bowman

Renewal & New Member Spotlights:
* BirdPay, Dr. Andy Diamond
* Button It Up, Inc., Joel Miller
* Duane Stork Photography, Duane Stork
* Parker Promotions, John Parker
* Comfort Keepers, Greg Johnson
* HRStarters.com, Brad Park & Kaeylin Gibson
* Procomm Advisors, Mike Feeley & Dave Pierce
* Synermatix, Andrew Kiefer.

Guests:
* Moore Colson CPAs, Brian Renshaw & Bret Roy
* Bay Equity Home Loans - Southeast, Paul Addison
* Stryde Consulting Services, Bob Schroeder.

Raffle: Congrats to the BCN Members who won:
* Brent Novak, KeyPoint Signs & Graphics
* Davio’s, Owner, Steve DiFillippo’s Book, “It’s all About the Guest“
* Craig Belisle, JOYN: $50 Gift Certificate, The Tavern at Phipps
* Grene’ Baranco, Mercedes-Benz of Buckhead, $50 Gift Certificate, The Tavern at Phipps.

On behalf of the BCN Leadership Team, Jeff, Ann, Fred, Buddy, thank you for your membership.

The BCN Mission, “Creating a Sense of Community through building Holistic Relationships, resulting in ROI and Sustaining Strategic Partnerships.”

Thank you everyone that attended October BCN CEO Round Table.Special thanks:Keynote Speaker: Michael A. Leven (https://e...
10/19/2019

Thank you everyone that attended October BCN CEO Round Table.

Special thanks:
Keynote Speaker: Michael A. Leven (https://e-pr.me/m_leven) Mike is a personal friend, advocate and sponsor. His talk was deeply meaningful to all. That is one of the meanings of the BCN, relationship-driven not transactional. It is deeply grounded in building meaningful strategic connections that result in business, ROI and enduring strategic partnerships.

Member Host: Taylor English Duma LLP, Joe English, Joe Sullivan, Nida Rizvi, and Karen Wilcox.
Catered By: AFFAIRS to REMEMBER with Steve Moore.
Florals By: Carithers Flowers & Gifts; Charles Carithers and Nikki Parker.

Member Renewal Spotlight:
Atlanta Hawks; Walker Eaton

New Member Spotlights:
McKenna Media Group; Tina McKenna
The Tavern at Phipps; Megan Wallace

Guests:
Appliance Care Of Atlanta; Rueben Glushchak
The Alternative Board (Worldwide) - TAB Atlanta Central; William Fadul
HR Starters; Kaelyn Gibson
ProComm Advisors; Mike Feeley & David Pierce
Walil Archer Photography; Walil Archer

November 14th, BCN CEO Roundtable with our keynote speaker: Monica Pearson. Her topic is, “How to Get the Media.”

Margaret Mead is known for saying, "A small group of thoughtful people can change the world. Indeed, it's the only thing...
09/19/2019

Margaret Mead is known for saying, "A small group of thoughtful people can change the world. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." This describes the Business Community Network and the September 12th CEO Roundtable.

Each Roundtable meets the second Thursday of each month, 11:00-1:30pm at member locations.

Building a rapport and trusting relationship that can lead to a new friendship and ultimately a direct client relationship and/or strategic partnership.

Professional development is one of our cornerstones with monthly keynote speakers sharing best practices, anecdotes and strategic advice members can use at their company with their fellow leaders and associates.

Thank you to the following BCN member companies for making the Roundtable a success:

Hosted by: Improve USAUSA
Keynote speaker: David Geller of JOYN Advisors
Caterer: Affairs to Remember
Centerpieces: Carithers Flowers
Photography: Duane Stork Photography. Photographs are posted under “Events” on BCN website for members.

Special thanks to:
Mercedes-Benz of Buckhead for September BCN Member Offer - 2019 C300 Sedan at $599/month for members

Renewing Member Company:
Sandler Training-Atlanta with Ted Rykoski

New Members:
Chateau Elan Winery & Resort
The MP Group
Tavern At Phipps

Thoroughly enjoyed joining my friends Larry Ricca, Alexis Aleshire-Kinsey, and Scott Kinsey to experience the brand new ...
09/16/2019

Thoroughly enjoyed joining my friends Larry Ricca, Alexis Aleshire-Kinsey, and Scott Kinsey to experience the brand new Silla Del Toro on the Marietta Square. This is a terrific concept with gourmet food, world-class service, and an unforgettable decor.

Be sure to visit with my friends with Fork U Concepts at this new destination on The Square.

For the second time this year, Business Community Network, JOYN -- Atlanta’s behavioral wealth management firm, launched...
08/29/2019

For the second time this year, Business Community Network, JOYN -- Atlanta’s behavioral wealth management firm, launched “Seasons of Care”, an interactive lunch and learn workshop on August 20th. They partnered with JF&CS Atlanta to help families and friends prepare more effectively in the care of an elderly loved one.

Jarrett Oakley, JOYN Marketing Director, and Tricia Molloy, Facilitator from Tricia Molloy, Work-Life Balance Speaker, shared a “Caregiver ToolKit” and other content rich to-do’s and resources with the attendees.

BCN Member Companies who attended:
KeyPoint Signs & Graphics, Novak
Schooley Mitchell
B & B Reporting, Inc., Crispin Cruz
Brown & Brown Insurance, Skip Cornell

For anyone touched by a family member or friend suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other illnesses, this workshop is a must do.

The next Seasons of Care will be later this fall.

The Georgia Restaurant Association’s 13th Annual Grace Awards, Crystal of Excellence, August 11th at the Delta Flight M...
08/13/2019

The Georgia Restaurant Association’s 13th Annual Grace Awards, Crystal of Excellence, August 11th at the Delta Flight Museum recognized the best of the best, some of the amazing award recipients: Reginald Washington, Lifetime Achievement, President, Paradies Lagardere Dining Division; Doug Turbush, Small/Independent, Seed Kitchen & Bar, Stem Wine Bar, Drift Fish House & Oyster Bar; Harold Martin, Jr., Restaurateur if the Year: Large/ Corporate, CEO of Taco Mac; Meherwan Irani, Siversity Leadership, CEO, Executive Chef & Founder, Chai Pani Restaurant Group and Walt Davis, Industry Partner of the Year, Retail Data Systems, Founder & General Manager-Southeast.

Kudos to the Affairs to Remember team and Executive Chef for helping to make the evening memorable and poignant with their outstanding decor and amazing cuisine.

It goes without saying the GRA from its leadership to staff and team knocked it out of the park.

One of the Business Community Network CEO Roundtable Four Pillars is “Professional Development.” This segment of the BCN...
08/13/2019

One of the Business Community Network CEO Roundtable Four Pillars is “Professional Development.”

This segment of the BCN showcases business, civic, philanthropic industry leaders as keynotes and Member Spotlights, recognize returning and new member company leaders.

Noting the excellence of our company members during the August 8th BCN:
Member Renewals: Business Wise, Inc, Debra Kline, President; Sandler Training, Effective Sales Development, Ted Rykoski, Owner; Weidmann & Associates, Inc., Dan Weidman, President.

New Members: Chateau Elan Winery & Resort, Ed Walls, GM; Craig Peter Personal Training, Craig Peter, President/Founder; Tavern At Phipps, Megan Wallace, HR Director; and SalesReformSchool, Adam Shapiro, President.

Special thanks to Carithers Flowers for the lovely center pieces and "Button It Up"/ Joel Miller for the wonderful photography.

This integration of professional development coupled with sharing warm referrals, industry insights and building partnerships and alliances, sets the BCN apart from any other Business & Professional Organization.

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