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Douglas County Chamber President & CEO, Sara Ray is pleased to announce that Carley Lawson has been promoted to serve as the Chamber’s new Vice President. Lawson began work in her new position on August 5. Beginning her career at the Douglas County Chamber in 2019, Lawson has served in previous roles including Events Manager,…
The Douglas County Chamber, in partnership with the Douglas County Sentinel and Elevate Douglas Economic Partnership, are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Douglas County Small Business Awards. This recognition celebrates outstanding businesses and individuals who are contributing to economic growth and sustainability through their innovation, service to the community, drive, and success.…
On behalf of the Douglas County Chamber (DCC), Board Chair Trent North announced updates to the Chamber Board of Directors including transition and appointments. The updates and appointments were announced to the Board of Directors and publicly on July 2nd. Chair Elect Dr. Brendan Kelly, resigned from his position on the Douglas County Chamber Board of…
Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce that Carley Lawson, IOM, Senior Director of Investor Engagement, of the Douglas County Chamber, has graduated from the program and has received the recognition of IOM. Awarded to all graduates of the Institute program, the IOM Graduate…
Just Love Coffee Cafe owner, Glennis Tillman, along with family, friends, staff, Chamber representatives, elected officials, and community members, celebrated the grand opening of their new cafe by holding a Douglas County Chamber Ribbon Cutting on June 27th at their location, 1851 Market Street, in Douglasville. Just Love Coffee Cafe is more than just an…
The Douglas County Chamber is pleased to announce the students that recently completed the Youth Leadership Douglas (YLD) Spring 2024 program. These students are juniors from public and private high schools in Douglas County. Program participants were recognized recently at the Douglas County Board of Education meeting. Youth Leadership Douglas students were given the opportunity…
Resia Tributary owners, staff, community members, and Chamber representatives celebrated the grand opening of their new location in Douglasville by holding a Ribbon Cutting on May 16th. They are located at 1831 Market Street, Douglasville, GA 30135. Guests celebrated as Douglas County District 2 Commissioner Whitney Kenner Jones performed the official ribbon cutting. With the…
The Douglas County Chamber is pleased to announce the newest Cornerstone Investor as a Visionary Partner: American Red Cross. Members of this elite group understand the importance of investing in advocacy, education, and building a better Douglas County for future generations. Alicia Doherty, Regional Chief Executive Officer and Garrett Reid, Regional Donor Services Director were…
Douglas County Chamber Announces Leadership Douglas Class of 2025 Participants The Douglas County Chamber Foundation is pleased to announce the participants of the Leadership Douglas Class of 2025. The program selects diverse and qualified individuals to provide a structured program that enhances leadership skills and community involvement for the betterment of all citizens, businesses, organizations,…
Douglas County Chamber Recognizes CelebrateHER! Women’s Award Honorees The Douglas County Chamber is pleased to announce the recipients of the CelebrateHER! Women’s Awards. The CelebrateHER! Women’s Awards recognize 14 women who lead the way in business, equity, innovation, and community. Categories included EncourageHER, EducateHER, InnovateHER, DisrputHER, ConnectHER, ActivateHER, and EqualizeHER. The honorees were recognized at…