The Voice of Business Podcast (formerly Member Spotlight) with the Gwinnett Chamber

The Gwinnett Chamber announced the honorees for its 74th Annual Dinner to be held Friday, April 22, at the Gas South Convention Center. The annual event, presented by Northside Hospital, celebrates Gwinnett's community servants, corporate citizens, and compassionate organizations. Five of the award winners recently visited the Gwinnett Business RadioX studio to discuss what the [...]

Jill Edwards/Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce The mission of the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce is to “champion business” and their vision is to be the leading advocate and innovative resource for businesses to connect and thrive. Established in 1947 as a rural chamber of commerce serving farmers and banks, the Gwinnett Chamber grew and changed alongside [...]

Risk-takers. Problem solvers. The dreamers and the doers. Not for the faint of heart, being a small business owner is a bold feat. Now, more than ever, it is critical to celebrate those who are up to the challenge. The Gwinnett Chamber’s Small Business Awards do just that by showcasing those that dare to start, [...]

Risk-takers. Problem solvers. The dreamers and the doers. Not for the faint of heart, being a small business owner is a bold feat. Now, more than ever, it is critical to celebrate those who are up to the challenge. The Gwinnett Chamber’s Small Business Awards do just that by showcasing those that dare to start, [...]

Risk-takers. Problem solvers. The dreamers and the doers. Not for the faint of heart, being a small business owner is a bold feat. Now, more than ever, it is critical to celebrate those who are up to the challenge. The Gwinnett Chamber’s Small Business Awards do just that by showcasing those that dare to start, [...]

Jamie Hamilton/Special Needs Schools of Gwinnett For more than 30 years, Special Needs Schools of Gwinnett has been helping to improve the lives of those with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities through a PreK-12 school and young adult day program. With a focus on providing the highest quality education and therapeutic services, nurturing and challenging [...]

Lisa Zaken/Leadership Gwinnett (Outstanding Organization Award) Leadership Gwinnett is an award-winning community impact organization that has been a part of the fabric of the Gwinnett community for 36 years. Their mission is to educate, equip, and engage diverse leaders and inspire civic involvement. They do this through innovative programming including the signature nine-month Leadership Gwinnett [...]

Major Michelle Anglin/Gwinnett County Police Department (Influence Award) The Gwinnett County Police Department is the second largest police agency in Georgia with an authorized strength of 905 sworn officers, supported by 289 civilian employees, and is an agency with a long history of excellence, integrity, and fairness. The department enjoys a strong relationship with the [...]

Margarita Walwyn/Caribbean Flavors Caribbean Flavors is all about the flavor. Their Caribbean roots and culture are embedded into their hearts and soul and it reflects in every dish they prepare, whether it’s Caribbean or Caribbean Fusion. Muhammed Sokhna/Black Star Resumes Black Star Resumes was created in January of 2020 to help professionals develop their personal [...]

Paul Oh/Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce Paul Oh serves as the Manager of Public Policy & Community Affairs for the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce. The mission of the Gwinnett Chamber is to strengthen existing businesses, facilitate the growth of quality job opportunities, and enrich the community's quality of life. In addition, the Gwinnett Chamber is the [...]

On this special episode of "The Voice of Business: Behind the Badge", Gwinnett County Sheriff Keybo Taylor and Gwinnett County Police Chief Brett West are interviewed before the 2021 Valor Public Safety Awards at the Infinite Energy Forum. Sheriff Keybo Taylor/Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Keybo Taylor is responsible for law enforcement on a county [...]

Hilda Abbott/WePartner Realty WePartner is a fully integrated real estate firm. They specialize in commercial properties and investments. Diversity is their most unique identifier, demonstrated throughout the individuals that work there and the fact that the company is owned and operated by minority women that have fought their way to the top while competing in [...]

Matt Hyatt/Rocket IT (Culture Creator Recipient) Rocket IT is the outsourced IT department for all kinds of businesses, providing the strategy, security, and support needed to help organizations thrive. The organization virtually manages all its clients' day-to-day technology requirements for a flat monthly fee, with no contracts to tie them down. With businesses becoming more [...]

Pierina Anderson/Twin Kookies & Treats (Launch Recipient) Twin Kookies and Sweets is a home-based cottage food bakery. Pierina makes custom sugar and cinnamon cookies for all occasions. Made with love and with the freshest of ingredients. Ali Jamal/Stablegold Hospitality (Emerging Entrepreneur Recipient) Stablegold Hospitality is a real estate investment company that specializes in affordable [...]

Steven Tomlinson/Level Seven Facilities Services (Small Business Award: 25+ Employees) Level Seven Facilities Services is a commercial and industrial cleaning company founded on the belief that integrity, a rewarding workplace culture, and consistent, exceptional service are the keys to long-term success. John Reynolds/Slow Pour Brewing Company (Small Business Award: 6-24 Employees) Slow Pour [...]