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the Chamber's twice monthly e-newsletter
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President's Message
Welcome to The Phoenix, the Chamber’s e-newsletter.
In this edition, you’ll be invited to join us next week as we release a study showing Atlanta is winning the war to attract the most sought-after talent in the country—the "Young and Restless.” We’ll give you highlights of how the Metro Atlanta and American-Israel Chambers recently partnered on a business mission to Israel.
You’ll also learn about Chinese ambassador Zhou Wenzhong’s historic visit to Atlanta.
Thanks for reading. We will continue to keep you informed on the issues you care about.
Sam A. Williams
President
Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce
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ATL is THE place to be if you're "Young and Restless"
Chinese Ambassador Zhou Wenzhong Makes Historic Visit to Atlanta
Representatives from the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, including president Sam A. Williams and Vice President of Global Commerce Jorge Fernandez joined the Ambassador to the United States from the People’s Republic of China, His Excellency Zhou Wenzhong, for a dinner hosted by the National Association of Chinese Americans on Wednesday, Nov. 1 at the Crowne Plaza Ravinia Hotel.
Local Atlanta business and community leaders meet with the Chinese Ambassador, including, from
left: Jorge Fernandez, vice president of global commerce for the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce,
Bob Webb, managing partner of Troutman Sanders LLP and executive chair of the economic
development committee, His Excellency Ambassador Zhou Wenzhong, Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin
Sam Olens, chair of the Atlanta Regional Commission, and Sam A. Williams, president of the
Metro
Atlanta Chamber of Commerce.
During his speech to a packed ballroom of approximately 200 guests, the ambassador voiced his desire for increased trade between China and the state of Georgia. He also reiterated his support for Atlanta in its efforts to secure the next consulate of the People’s Republic of China in the United States, and for Delta Air Lines in its quest to secure a new air route between Atlanta and China in 2008.
Leaders from the Chinese community of Atlanta welcome the Chinese
Ambassador. From left: Dr. Lilly D’Angelo from The Coca-Cola Company and a past president of the
National Association of Chinese Americans (NACA); Sam A. Williams, president of the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce; Ethel Mar, NACA Board Member; His Excellency Ambassador Zhou Wen Zhong;
Jung Mar, advisor to the NACA Board; and Lani Wong, chair of NACA.
American-Israel and Metro Atlanta Chambers
Partner on Business Mission to Israel
The Atlanta-based American-Israel Chamber of Commerce (AICC) and the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce led an Atlanta business delegation on a mission to Israel on Nov 4. The mission was co-led by David Hartnett, vice president of technology industry expansion for the Metro Atlanta Chamber; and Laurie Olivier, chairman-elect of the American-Israel Chamber of Commerce, and partner, Veritas Venture Capital.
"Israel is a hotbed for medical devices and information technology and development," said Hartnett. "The trip to Israel was a great opportunity to promote metro Atlanta as a suitable investment destination for international companies.”
A focus for this year’s mission will be on building relationships between U.S. and Israeli companies in the biomedical area. A number of life sciences companies have already benefited from U.S. and Israeli partnerships, including Given Imaging, Life Therapeutics and Cell Dynamics. The mission will also seek to promote Atlanta as a base for clinical trials of biomedical products.
Sports Corner
Atlanta Sports Awards’ Nominations Begin
Atlanta-area residents now have the opportunity to nominate their favorite professional, collegiate, amateur and high school athletes for the second annual Atlanta Sports Awards. The annual event celebrating excellence in athletic achievement will be held Feb. 15, 2007, at Atlanta’s historic Fox Theatre.
“Atlanta is a city that really embraces its athletes and teams,” said Gary Stokan, Atlanta Sports Council president. “The Atlanta Sports Awards is the most prestigious award in Atlanta sports and gives the fans a chance to honor these special individuals with the recognition they deserve.”
In conjunction with partner Applebee’s restaurants, the nomination process is open to the public. To nominate an athlete or team, visit any of the 36 Atlanta-area Applebee’s locations to obtain a special nomination code. Then log on to www.AtlantaSportsAwards.com to record your nominations.
6th Annual Russell Athletic Shootout
The Chick-fil-A Bowl invites you to join us in a Celebration of Women as we salute the achievements of Atlanta’s top women leaders at the 6th annual Russell Athletic Shootout on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2007. This event will celebrate the accomplishments of our most successful women, while recognizing them as positive role models in front of the more than 5,000 young women that will be in attendance.
This year’s Russell Athletic Shootout will feature some of the best women’s basketball teams as the Georgia Lady Bulldogs take on the Florida State Seminoles, and the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets face Vanderbilt. The doubleheader will tip-off at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 21, at the Arena at Gwinnett Center in Duluth, Ga., and will be televised by Fox Sports Net South.
2006 winners (from left to right): Mayor Shirley Franklin, Monica
Pearson, Alana Shepherd, Rita Owens, DeeAnn Turner. Betty Jaynes, Rhonda Scott M.D., Marjorie Bush, pictured with Calvin Johnson; former CEO of Russell Athletic (left) and Chick-fil-A Bowl and Atlanta Sports Council President Gary Stokan (right).
This event will serve as an excellent opportunity to celebrate Atlanta’s finest female role models while demonstrating to our youth the potential they have within themselves. Our committee will select the leading women of Atlanta to be recognized at the event based on their areas of leadership and accomplishments. Our inaugural class was highlighted by community leaders such as Mayor Shirley Franklin and WSB-TV Anchor Monica Pearson.
For more information on the event, including tickets, nomination forms and sponsorship information please contact Lauren Segal at lsegal@macoc.com or (404) 586-8536.
Chamber Events
147th Metro Atlanta Chamber Annual Meeting
Don’t miss the Metro Atlanta Chamber’s signature event of each year. We will be honoring our 2006 Chairman, Mike Garrett, president & CEO, Georgia Power Company, and the hundreds of individuals who have helped Expand Atlanta’s Reach. Don’t miss your chance to win a pair of Delta Air Lines roundtrip business class tickets. A pair of tickets will be given away at each table.
Date: Friday, Dec. 1
Location: Hyatt Regency Atlanta.
Time:Doors open at 11:45 with the lunch program from Noon – 1:30 p.m.
To RSVP, click here.
Special thanks to this year’s sponsors:
Bank of America, BellSouth Corp., GE Energy, Delta Air Lines, Wachovia Bank, Georgia Power Company, The Coca-Cola Company, Cousins Properties, Exact Target, Speakeasy, AGL Resources, Georgia-Pacific Corporation, TBS, Inc., Gas South, Pattillo Construction, Richard Bowers & Co., Jones Day, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Deloitte, Suntrust Bank and RBC Centura Bank.
November
15 Wednesday
The Arthur M. Blank Family Office hosts Member Reception
Members are invited to visit the Arthur M. Blank Family Office for an evening of business to business networking at its best.
Location Grand Salon - 3223 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta GA 30327
Time: 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Please RSVP.
December
1 Friday
Annual Meeting
Please join us for the 147th Annual Meeting where we will introduce our 2007 Chairman.
A Special Thanks to our Sponsors: Bank of America, BellSouth, GE Energy, Delta Air Lines, Wachovia, Georgia Power, The Coca-Cola Company, Cousins Properties, Exact Target, Speakeasy, AGL Resources, TBS, Inc., Georgia-Pacific Corporation, Gas South, Pattillo Construction, RBC Centura Bank, SunTrust
Location: Hyatt Regency Atlanta
Noon Luncheon and Program
$85
For more information, contact Cecile Gussack at events@macoc.com or 404.586.8428.
6 Wednesday
Member Orientation
Members are invited to this monthly session to learn the different ways to get the most out of their Chamber investment.
Time: 10:15 a.m. - Registration/Networking
10:45 a.m. Program
Noon - 1 p.m. Lunch/Networking
Location: Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce
235 Andrew Young International Blvd. - Board Room
Lunch Sponsor: Jason's Deli
Event sponsored by Bank of America and Office Depot
RSVP required
Community Events
24th Annual Georgia Economic Outlook Luncheon
Date: Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Location: Georgia World Congress Center
Special Guest Speaker: Steve Forbes, CEO of Forbes Inc. and editor-in-chief of Forbes magazine
Time: Registration starts at 11:00 am
Luncheon 12:00 – 2:00 pm
Online Registration: http://www.terry.uga.edu/exec_ed/economic_outlook/registration.php
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