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by michelle bennett Chair, Greater North Augusta Chamber of Commerce Partner, Serotta Maddocks Evans, CPAs The Chamber is beginning a new chapter under the leadership of Terra Carroll, who officially joined the Chamber team on August 20th. We welcome Terra to the Greater North Augusta Chamber and to our community as a whole. While youve already heard that Terra brings a wealth of knowledge, experience and leadership to the Chamber, she will also bring new ideas and some change. As Anthony Robbins once said, If you do what youve always done, youll get what youve always gotten. New ideas and change will provide opportunities for the Chamber to continue to fulfill our mission of representing the interests of the business The Vision Continues was the theme for North Augusta 2000 Kick-off Campaign Luncheon held on July 26, 2012. Welcome was given by Tom Green, Chairman of North Augusta 2000. Robert Fuller of Fairview Presbyterian Church gave the invocation. The Campaign Endorsement was given by North Augusta native David Seaton, Fluor Corporation. The Campaign Challenge was presented by Dr. Randy Cooper. The Buffet lunch was catered by Events 20-20, Flowers by Jim Bush Florists. North Augusta 2000 plans to raise 1.5 million for their and the Communities initiatives.

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406 West Avenue PO Box 6246 North Augusta, S.C. 29861 VOICE: 803.279.2323 FAX: 803.279.0003 E-MAIL/WEBSITE: northaugustachamber.org Terra@northaugustachamber.org Judy@northaugustachamber.org

The Chamber welcomes Terra Carroll

community and providing opportunities for community engagement and growth. Over the next few months, Terra will be getting to know the members of the Chamber. We have several upcoming events with our monthly A.M. Connection resuming on August 22nd, the Business Expo on September 13th, and a Women in Business Luncheon on October 11th and I hope you will join us and have the opportunity to meet her in person. These events provide great opportunities for business networking, engagement and growth. Now is the time to get involved!

Suzanne@northaugustachamber.org

The Greater North Augusta Chamber of Commerce advocates for the business community and provides opportunities for business engagements and growth.

Our missiOn

North Augusta 2000 Kick-off

By 2010, the Greater North Augusta Chamber of Commerce will be a community catalyst promoting collaboration and partnerships that maintain a positive business environment and enrich the communitys quality of life.

Our visiOn

Local residents called to contribute to historic can answer criticalresearch effort cancer questions about cancer causes, prevention Community involvement
Residents of Aiken, South Carolina have an unprecedented opportunity to participate in a historic study that has the potential to change the face of cancer for future generations. Men and women between the ages of 30 and 65 who have never been diagnosed with cancer are needed to participate in the American Cancer Societys Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3). CPS-3 will enroll a diverse population of 300,000 people across the United States and Puerto Rico. The opportunity for local residents to enroll in CPS-3 is being made possible in partnership with Aiken Technical College, and H. Odell Weeks Recreation Center during October 23-25, 2012. CPS-3 will help researchers better understand the lifestyle, environmental, and genetic factors that cause or prevent cancer. My mom is a two-time cancer survivor and Im doing all I can to make sure my children dont have to say that. I really believe this (CPS-3) is part of the answer, stated one study participant. To enroll in the study, individuals will go to a local enrollment location and will be asked to read and sign an informed consent form; complete a brief survey, have their waist circumference measured; and give a small blood sample. The in-person enrollment process takes approximately 20 - 30 minutes to complete. At home, individuals will complete a comprehensive survey packet that asks for information on lifestyle, behavioral, and other factors related to their health. Upon completion of this process, the Society will continue to send periodic follow-up surveys to update participant information and annual newsletters with study updates and results. The initial and followup surveys completed at home will take an hour or less of time to complete and are expected to be sent every few years. Many individuals diagnosed with cancer struggle to answer the question, What caused my cancer? In many cases, we dont know the answer, said Alpa V. Patel, Ph.D., principal investigator of CPS-3. CPS-3 will help us better understand what factors cause cancer, and once we know that, we can be better equipped to prevent cancer. Dr. Patel added, Our previous cancer prevention studies have been instrumental in helping us identify some of the major factors that can affect cancer risk. CPS-3 holds the best hope of identifying new and emerging cancer risks, and we can only do this if members of the community are willing to become involved. Researchers will use the data from CPS-3 to build on evidence from a series of American Cancer Society studies that began in the 1950s that collectively have involved millions of volunteer participants. The Hammond-Horn Study and previous Cancer Prevention Studies (CPS-I, and CPS-II) have played a major role in understanding cancer prevention and risk, and have contributed significantly to the scientific basis and development of public health guidelines and recommendations. Those studies confirmed the link between cigarette smoking and lung cancer, demonstrated the link between larger waist size and increased death rates

from cancer and other causes, and showed the considerable impact of air pollution on heart and lung conditions. The current study, CPS-II, began in 1982 and is still ongoing. But changes in lifestyle and in the understanding of cancer in the more than two decades since its launch make it important to begin a new study. The voluntary, long-term commitment by participants is what will produce benefits for decades to come. Taking an hour or so every few years to fill out a survey and potentially save someone from being diagnosed with cancer in the future - is a commitment that thousands of volunteer participants have already made. Were looking for more likeminded individuals in Aiken
See Research, page 3

Visit us online at northaugustachamber.org

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North Augusta Chamber of Commerce

2012 BUSINESS
North Augusta Community Center

invites you to experience the

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Thursday, September 13
Open to the Public

Business Expo 4-6pm Business After Hours 6-7pm

Admission is FREE Free Food

Experience over 50 exhibitors showcasing the best the North Augusta business community has to offer! The Small Business Person of the Year award will be presented during the Business After Hours!

The Presenting Sponsor:

Signature Sponsors:

Gold Sponsors:

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The North Augusta Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit organization representing the interest of businesses through the CSRA. Our organization is funded by its membership and is not a part of the city, county or state government agency. It is lead by a volunteer Board of Directors and volunteers from area businesses serve on committees to organize the events. The day-to-day operations are managed by a staff of three. The primary focus of the Chamber is to provide services to its members and to help their

What is the Chamber of Commerce?

business grow and prosper. We are working to create conditions that will directly enhance your companys bottom line. The Chamber also gives members a voice in government and helps to improve the quality of life for all through participation in the arts, education and other important community issues. What the North Augusta Chamber of Commerce can do for you: Chamber membership heightens your companys visibility Keeps you abreast of current business and political news in the area Gives you exposure to a whole new potential client base Gives you the ability to give back to the community Support economic development in North Augusta Opportunity to network with other professionals through Chamber events Learn new skills for small business success during seminars Provides advertising and marketing support to our members.

What you can do for the north Augusta chamber of commerce: Volunteer on a committee Participate in monthly events Provide the Chamber with current contact information Sponsor an event Refer other businesses to the Chamber for membership Inform the Chamber about your companys events Only refer to Chamber members Renew your membership yearly

Artist of the Month: Thomas Needham

Thomas Needham is a graduate of Californias renowned Art Center College of Design; he has received numerous honors and awards for his oil, acrylic and watercolor paintings. Mr. Needham resides in Appling, Georgia where he paints and teaches painting classes at the Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art in Augusta. Needhams work has appeared in corporate brochures, sports publications, and exhibits and hangs in many private and public collections throughout the United States. As individualists with a keen interest for detail and a love of athletics and nature, he says: I bring to my work a vivid imagination and a tremendous love o form and grace. Its through my art that I bring to others the beauty, awe, and mystery of what lies before our eyes. Contact the Chamber for more information on Thomas Needham.

Ambassadors have a prominent position of responsibility in the business community. We are always looking for professional, committed people interested in expanding their network and fostering the mission of the Greater North Augusta Chamber of Commerce. They act as the Chambers primary liaisons for new and existing members and are highly visible at the Chamber events. Ambas-

What does a North Augusta Chamber of Commerce Ambassador do?

sadors assist members by introducing them to the benefits and services of membership and by serving as a conduit for members to engage in the organization. Ambassadors responsibilities include one-on-one visitations with Chamber businesses, event networking, and support of various programs and projects in the business community. Ambassadors are carefully selected and as a result, our group is comprised of motivated and respected individuals in the business community. The networking opportunities offer Ambassadors the ability to expand their circle of influence and make stronger community connections. Some requirements of an Ambassador: Attend Special Events and Ribbon Cuttings/Grand Open-

New Members
SunTrust Bank First Class Motorz, LLX The Handy Hardware Store

ings Maintain constant contact with current Chamber members Maintain info on a monthly basis concerning participation Attend A.M. Connections, other events and participation levels to be determined. For more information, contact Judy Whaley, Director of Member Services at the North Augusta Chamber.

Renewing Members
American Cancer Society Breckenridge Villas & Breckenridge Villas II State Farm Insurance & Financial Services-Doreen Cannon Girls on the Run of the CSRA La-Dee-Da Gifts & Home Dcor Edward Jones/Chuck Smith State Farm Insurance & Financial Services-Chad Stalvey Advanced Services United States Army Signal Center and Fort Gordon

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About the AmericAn cAncer Society to join this effort that we know The American Cancer Sowill save lives and improve the ciety combines an unyielding outlook for future generations, passion with nearly a century said Dr. Patel. of experience to save lives and For more information or to end suffering from cancer. As a learn how to become involved global grassroots force of more with CPS-3, visit cancer.org/ than three million volunteers, cps3, email cps3@cancer org, we fight for every birthday or call toll-free 1-888-604threatened by every cancer in 5888. The direct website to every community. We save register for the Aiken CPS-3 lives by helping people stay Community Enrollment is well by preventing cancer www.cps3aiken.org. or detecting it early; helping

people get well by being there for them during and after a cancer diagnosis; by finding cures through investment in groundbreaking discovery; and by fighting back by rallying lawmakers to pass laws to defeat cancer and by rallying communities worldwide to join the fight. As the nations largest non-governmental investor in cancer research, contributing about $3.4 billion, we turn what we know about cancer into what we do. As a result,

more than 11 million people in America who have had cancer and countless more who have avoided it will be celebrating birthdays this year. To learn more about us or to get help, call us any time, day or night, at 1-800-227-2345 or visit www.cancer.org. For more information, please contact Lisa Glass, Community Manager, American Cancer Society. Phone 803-295-3758 or email lisa.glass@cancer.org.

save the date

North Augusta Chamber of Commerce Health Fair
April 16, 2013 11am to 3pm Grace United Methodist Church-Wesley Center
More info to follow, also on Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/North-Augusta-Chamber-of-Commerce-Health-Fair/382042715196190 Facebook event: www.facebook.com/events/422178371167379/

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EVENTS
September 5 Ambassadors Meeting September 11 GrassRoots Meeting, Aiken Chamber

Upcoming

Comfort Keepers celebrates 10 years

Comfort Keepers celebrates ten years of serving seniors and adults in North Augusta and the CSRA. In November 2002, Janet Baumgardner started the business with one client and herself as caregiver. She expanded the business steadily establishing her franchise as the top office in the Southeast region in 2003, growing from 1 fulltime employees to now 28 fulltime employees serving hundreds of seniors in the CSRA. Her original office was located at 709 West Avenue where she rented two rooms expanding to 6 offices, and finally purchasing a historic home located at 511 West Avenue. The Volume and revenue has increased since 2002 with an average increase of + 35% even through the bad economy. Janet is a good example of why small business owners make North Augusta prosperous and a great place to live and raise a family. Comfort Keepers is an active part of life in North Augusta and is there for seniors in their later years with the Comfort keeper philosophy of Interactive Caregivingdoing WITH and not for each client. For the past 10 years, Janet has dedicated herself to providing North Augusta seniors and other CSRA residents with exceptional in-home care services while establishing Comfort Keepers as one of the leading service care providers of in-home care.

September 13 Business Expo September 26 A.M. Connection

RIBBON CuTTINg

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ExEcutivE committEE
michelle Bennett chair Serotta maddocks Evans & co. cPAs Paul Brewer Past chair WFXG-TV Rodney ingle treasurer Southern Bank & Trust Brett turner Rhodes Financial michelle Jones Ga-Lina Physical Therapy Patricia Allen Savannah River Remediation, LLc Jon Dawkins chick-fil-a Nyles Ellefson ADSi Kevin toole First citizens Don Goggans Austin industrial

DiREctoRS
Bernard Kitchens Bridgestone Firestone Bill Hixon Hixon Realty & Ins. Co. Rechelle Dallas The Star Hap Greenway Allstate Insurance Co. Susan Everitt Golden Harvest

Ex-oFFicio mEmBERS
todd Glover City of North Augusta Ray Fleming Aiken Co. School Board Will Williams Economic Development Partnership

Tri County Home Health

A Ribbon Cutting was held for Hospice Care of tri-County, Tri County Home Health on July 24th at 11:30am at the north Augusta Chamber Of commerces offices at 406 West Ave. Their main offices are in Aiken and wanted to have a North Augusta presence as to why the Ribbon Cutting was held at our Chamber Offices. Chick-fil-a provided lunch! Attending were Rhonda Brown, Volunteer Coordinator, Kara Flanders, Account Executive, Lisa Miller-Dupre, Family Care Coordinator, Jennifer King, RN, Wendy Sparks, LPN, and Linda Page, Case Manager , employees of Hospice Care of Tri-County , Tri County Home

Health. Ambassadors attending were Gene Fox, Rod Barrie, Rechelle Dallas, Diane Lariviere, Rick Berry, Stephen Beckett, Susan Igle, guest Machela Knox and Chamber reps Judy Whaley and Suzanne Fletcher.

to advertise call Rechelle at 803-279-2793.

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