Thursday, December 20, 2012
The "technology innovation center"in the former UPS facility could bring 1,000 jobs to Roswell.
Updated Friday, Dec. 21, 2:57 p.m. - UPS closed the doors at the Innoplex facility in Roswell back in 2009, but GM is set to reopen the facility for a technology development center that could bring up to 1,000 jobs to the region. Roswell City Councilwoman Nancy Diamond said the state's economic development division worked closely with the Roswell Business Alliance in bringing the giant automaker's tech department to town. She credits the tireless work of RBA Executive Director Steve Stroud in making sure the not-so-secret move by GM became a reality. The Atlanta area is one of several East Coast cities that was considered for a new “information technology innovation center.” GM has only announced two of its four planned facilities. One …
Sunday, December 16, 2012
Jan Rosen will lead sales in the Atlanta area.
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Sunday, December 16, 2012
Jan Rosen has been appointed Sales Manager of National Life Group’s Mid-Atlantic agency, National Financial Services Group, based in Atlanta. In his new post, Rosen will lead sales activity in the Atlanta area for National Life Group, a Fortune 1,000 company with $29 billion in assets under management. Prior to joining National Life, Rosen was Managing Sales Director for MetLife in the Ft. Lauderdale and the Atlanta markets. He also brings over 19 years of management experience to his new role. His focus is life insurance sales. Rosen, his wife Aimee and son Matthew reside in Roswell, Georgia.
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
The former head of investor relations for a major children's clothing company was accused of using non-public information for personal gain.
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Wednesday, November 7, 2012
A Roswell man who formerly headed investor relations for a major children's clothing company was indicted on conspiracy, securities and wire fraud in multi-state insider trading schemes. Eric M. Martin, 42, of Roswell, former head of investor relations for Carter’s Inc., was charged by a federal grand jury today in connection with multi-year, multi-state insider trading schemes primarily involving Carter’s stock. The indictment alleges that, during Martin’s employment with Carter’s between 2005 and 2009, he traded in Carter’s stock based on material, non-public information about the company’s quarterly and annual financial results. It claims he tipped a former Wall Street analyst about this and other non-public information in advance of …
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Businesses interested in moving to Roswell will now have a few extra reasons to do so.
In addition to the state income tax breaks offered through the city's designated Opportunity Zone, Roswell City Council has now approved moving forward with its own economic development incentive policy, as well. Director of Community Development Alice Wakefield told council that staff and the Roswell Business Alliance (RBA) are consistently asked "What is the city going to offer," when new businesses are deciding upon a location with the most possible incentives. Prior to the new policy, the city officially had none of its own. Under the new policy, a business would have to be eligible for the incentives through achievment of the Strategic Economic Develoment Plan and the city's 2030 Comprehensive Plan, the creation of 50 or more new full…
Thursday, August 30, 2012
The city's Opportunity Zone allows local businesses to take advantage of tax credits.
The Georgia Department of Community Affairs has approved the expansion of Roswell’s opportunity zone. The expanded boundaries now include five additional parcels located within five specified areas, making Roswell’s Opportunity Zone the largest in the state of Georgia. Expanding the Opportunity Zone is a strong instrument to advance economic development and further Roswell as a business friendly community. New or existing businesses inside an opportunity zone that hire at least two workers are eligible for an annual income tax credit of $3,500 for each job they create. The credits are good for up to five years, or $17,500. Therefore, businesses located within the zone will be able to help create and retain jobs within the city limits. …
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Thanks to new initiatives like the Roswell Business Alliance and an expanded Opportunity Zone, more businesses are setting up shop in Roswell.
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Wednesday, August 29, 2012
McDonnell Group, Inc., a strategic marketing and communications specialist agency to the smart grid and energy and utility industries, has moved its headquarters to a new location in Roswell. “Following three consecutive years of 30 percent annual revenue growth and the recent addition of new team members, it was time to relocate to a larger and more collaborative environment,” said co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Don McDonnell. “In supporting our clients’ needs, our new location offers state-of-the-art meeting facilities and technology to support expanded marketing services for our customers and community partners.” Operations began today, Wednesday, Aug. 29, at the new headquarters in The Wilton office park, at 515 East Crossville…
Monday, July 30, 2012
Trader Joe's announced a recall of salsa and balela sold under its brand in six states, including Georgia, because of the possibility of listeria contamination.
Although no illnesses have been reported, Trader Joe’s is recalling salsa and balela sold in stores in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and southern Virginia. The recall was prompted by an announcement by Simmering Soup that listeria monocytogenes was found at one of its plants. Diced onions from that plant were included in the products that Trader Joe’s recalled. On it’s website, Trader Joe’s announced that the following products have been recalled: These products were only sold in the six southern states noted and Trader Joe’s recalled the products as a precautionary measure. Listeria was not found in the diced onions, just in the plant that processed them. Any of these products can be returned for a full …
Friday, May 11, 2012
Increased attention and requests for classes lead Jennifer Riis-Poulsen, founder and CEO, to expand her brand of teaching women self-defense techniques. The company now offers its workshops in Florida and Nevada.
The Powerhouse Self-DefenseSM Program of Roswell has grown significantly since its inception in November of 2011 - the point that it has become a national business, offering self-defense education to women across the United States. Powerhouse began as a local self-defense business meant to serve the women of Roswell. But as women from other communities began to take notice, the business evolved from the Roswell Self-Defense for Ladies into The Powerhouse Self-Defense SM Program, teaching more than just self-defense workshops for women. Branching out mere instruction of adult women, the program and has partnered with the Girl Scouts of America to teach young women the importance of awareness and the importance of knowing how to defend …
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
The Scott Nixon Agency is now one of the top Allstate agencies in the nation.
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Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Allstate Insurance Company has recognized Allstate exclusive agency owner Scott Nixon with the National Conference award for high standards in customer satisfaction, customer retention and profitable business growth. The Scott Nixon Agency is now one of the top Allstate agencies in the nation in auto, property, commercial, power sports insurance and financial services sales. "It’s a tremendous honor to earn National Conference recognition," said Nixon. "My agency's commitment is to serve customers and the Roswell community." With his team, Nixon said he is dedicated to helping customers meet their protection and retirement needs while managing a successful small business. The Scott Nixon Agency is located in Roswell and can be reached at (…
Friday, May 4, 2012
Stop by the Roswell location on Saturday at 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. to see how home grown veggies can be turned into gourmet meals.
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Friday, May 4, 2012
To usher in the flavors of spring and summer, Pike Nurseries and Concentrics Restaurants are teaming up for a one-of-a-kind foodie event this weekend. Gardeners and at-home chefs alike will not only learn how to grow vegetables and herbs, but also how to use their harvest in custom recipes on Saturday, May 5. The free Garden-to-Table chef event will feature planting advice from a Pike Nurseries expert, as well as a live cooking demonstration from a Concentrics Restaurant chef. Guests have two opportunities to catch the verdant action and sample freshly made dishes; seminars and demonstrations begin at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. The Roswell Pike Nurseries is located at 615 West Crossville Road.Visit the Pike Nursery website for local store …
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Crystal Bivins-Asante
5:32 pm on Sunday, February 10, 2013
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