Come join us at Telemundo Atlanta  from 8:30 a.m. until 10 a.m., on December 1, 2016.   Join our talk show format and take part in a conversation about recruitment and retention of millennials in the workplace.    Highlights of the breakfast will air on Telemundo Atlanta.

Legislative Luncheon, featuring House Minority Leader Stacey Abrams and Senate President Pro Tempore David Shafer This annual event will provide the opportunity to gain insight into the legislative calendar and to network with Gwinnett's delegation. The upcoming session and what they see on the horizon for 2017 will be discussed. About the Speakers  Stacey Y. Abrams is the House Minority Leader for the Georgia General Assembly and State Representative for the 89th House District. She is the first woman to lead either party in the Georgia General Assembly and is the first African-American to lead in the House of Representatives. Abrams attended Spelman College and was named a Harry S. Truman Scholar. She received a master's degree from the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas and a J.D. from Yale Law School. She returned to Atlanta as a tax attorney at the Sutherland law firm and...

Save the Date!  GALEO Leadership Council invites you to the Speaker Panel & Lobby Day Training as GALEO prepares for the New Year! Join us for a Post Election Discussion and what we can expect in the Georgia Legislature and the U.S. Congress, followed by a Lobby Day Training session.

The most important asset in any business is its people. As the economy becomes increasingly global, the competition for and importance of talented workers has only increased. We invite you to join us for an exciting panel discussion about the challenges that international companies face to find a qualified workforce as they expand operations in the United States, and what we can do as a community to help develop that workforce according to their needs. Our panelists include Madhusudan Menon of Infosys, Bruce Lavin of UCB Pharmaceuticals, and ­­­­Luis Vega of Novelis.

Hear what's happening with the Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United FC, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, PGA TOUR Superstore and more. Don't be on the sidelines, get the inside story from the man who has risen through the ranks! About the speaker  Steve Cannon was named chief executive officer of AMB Group, LLC effective February 1, assuming the day-to-day leadership of the company’s for-profit businesses. Cannon leads all business operations of the National Football League’s Atlanta Falcons; Atlanta United of Major League Soccer; Atlanta Falcons Stadium Company, the developer of Mercedes-Benz Stadium that is scheduled to open in 2017; PGA TOUR Superstore; and Mountain Sky Guest Ranch. Prior to joining AMB Group, Cannon served as president and chief executive officer of Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA). During his tenure, MBUSA achieved a first-ever No. 1 ranking on the American Customer Satisfaction Index and was also lauded as one of the best places to work by Fortune Magazine...

Tis the season for lots of holiday parties, and we're no exception. Join us to celebrate the season on Monday, December 12th at UrbanTree Cidery for a great night of networking and good cheer! We're excited about this new venue and spending a fun evening on the Westside - hope to see you and your fellow marketers there! The party is just around the corner, so register today!

Champions of Caregiving | Heroes of Healing | Marvels of Medicine | Warriors of Wellness  Make plans to join us for THE healthcare event of the year! Visit GwinnettHealthcareAwards.com for more information. SEEKING PARTNERS The Healthcare Awards provides the ideal avenue to maximize your organization’s visibility. Gain exposure in front of community and industry leaders by partnering today! Contact Senior Programs & Events Manager Cally D’Angelo with questions at 678.957.4958 or [email protected]. SPONSOR Event Item Name Expires Pricing Individual Ticket Dec 13, 2016 $55.00 Table of Ten Dec 13, 2016 $550.00 Presenting Sponsor Dec 13, 2016 $5,000.00 Principal Sponsor(s) Dec 13, 2016 $3,000.00 Supporting Sponsor(s) Dec 13, 2016 $2,000.00 Corporate Sponsor(s) Dec 13, 2016 $1,500.00 Partner Sponsor(s) Dec 13, 2016 $500.00 Register

Want to have lower employee turnover? Fewer accidents? A more productive workforce? AND save 7.5% on your workman’s compensation insurance?! A proud partner of Drugs Don’t Work, the Gwinnett Chamber can serve as the liaison to get your organization certified by the state. Join Karen Tinker, Director of the Drug Free Workplace/ DOT Division of The Council on Alcohol and Drugs, as she provides program insight and teaches you how to maximize your benefits. This meeting is applicable to current and/or prospective Drugs Don't Work members! BIOGRAPHY: Karen Tinker is the Director of the Drug Free Workplace/DOT Division of The Council on Alcohol and Drugs. A vital part of Karen’s role with the Council is educating Georgia employers and employees on the benefits of working drug free. Karen also conducts in depth trainings for employees and supervisors relating to substance abuse prevention. In addition to helping businesses understand the ins/outs of a state’s Drug Free...

Overview Managers have hard jobs. They have to be knowledgeable about your business, but they are also the “front line” that often has the first chance to defuse – or create – potential employment-related liabilities. An uninformed manager can create risks everywhere in their wake. Asking about medical issues during job interviews? Inflating performance reviews to keep things positive? Brushing off complaints about the “touchy” co-worker? Firing an employee for attendance issues? These are just a few of the ways in which a manager can create risk and liability for the employer, sometimes before the employer ever even knows about it. In this program, we’ll cover the common scenarios in which managers trigger employment liability and talk about the proactive steps that should be taken to prevent your manager from becoming your worst nightmare. Three learning objectives: Learning when employers are held liable for managers’ mistakes. Identifying the most common...

ABOUT BUSINESS AFTER HOURS: Gwinnett's largest monthly networking event that provides a way to meet new people, gather business leads and networking with 300+ fellow Chamber members. It's the perfect opportunity to show off a new business and gain valuable leads in a relaxed, after-work setting. FREE to Chamber members. Non-members and guests are $15. ADULTS ONLY please. RSVP is available online. Contact Courtney Spencer at 770-232-8805 or [email protected] for more information.

The Partnership Gwinnett Summit is an annual event that brings together influential business, community, and elected leaders to review the County's success in growing companies, jobs, and wealth. The event also provides an opportunity to explore new ideas, emerging themes, community and economic development trends, and best practices. Featured Topics Gwinnett's Economic Outlook Lifestyle Attracts Talent Driving Diversity to Inclusion Partnership Gwinnett Roadmap #WinInGwinnett The annual PG Awards consist of three award categories- Innovation, Imagination and Influence- each honoring one community leader and one company that represents the best in Gwinnett and that has demonstrated outstanding dedication to our community. Nominate Here! Questions? [email protected] Event Item Name Expires Pricing General Admission Dec 16, 2016 $65.00 Gwinnett Chamber Member Dec 16, 2016 $60.00 Partnership Gwinnett Investor Dec 16, 2016 $55.00 The Partnership Gwinnett Summit is an annual event that brings together influential business, community, and elected leaders to review the County's...

The Power of the Inbox Tips and Tricks for Successful Email Marketing What is the first impression you give when they see you in their email inbox? And when they see you there, what do they do? This powerful seminar takes you step-by-step through the keys to effective email marketing: What it really is (and isn’t) What it can do for your business And the five easy steps you must take to harness the power of the inbox! Grow a healthy list Create great content Customize a beautiful, mobile-friendly template that matches your brand How to get your emails opened Tracking your results From revealing why regular email doesn't work, to insider tips and techniques like automated list building tools and the design elements that work (and those that don't!), this seminar will give you the keys to the most effective marketing you can do: email marketing. Join us!

New Chamber Members and seasoned Chamber members who need a refresher course are invited to attend this luncheon to learn about Chamber programs and services, benefits of membership and involvement opportunities. This is a Members Only event.  If you would like to learn more about Chamber membership, please call (770) 232-3000 and ask to speak to one of our Membership Development Managers. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED NO LATER THAN Friday, December 16th. To RSVP for this event be sure to click REGISTER NOW button Event Item Name Expires Pricing Attendee - New Member Orientation Dec 20, 2016 $0.00