Using Tech for Community Development | Rich Edinger | Thrive Y’all | Ep 59

Using Tech for Community Development | Rich Edinger | Thrive Y’all | Ep 59

https://youtu.be/HPeKOP8Eyl0 Restoring community areas and local architecture requires a partner who listens as much as they plan. In this episode of Thrive Y’all, CPL Architect’s [https://cplteam.com/] Rich Edinger shares how his team creates high-impact and resilient solutions that activate beneficial change in metro-Atlanta communities. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR MORE ABOUT: * Services provided by CPL Architects * How community projects are decided upon and developed * How technology is used to connect a development team in multiple locations * The importance of staying within regulations to save money and time * Upcoming community developments in Flowery Branch and Suwanee Town Center CONTACT INFORMATION CPL’s Suwanee Office | 770.831.9000 [tel: 770-831-9000] RESOURCES MENTIONED CPL Architects [https://cplteam.com/] [https://rocketit.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/ROADMAP-button_2-1024x349.png]https://rocketit.com/roadmap-contact/ [https://rocketit.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/jessica_sm.jpg]Host: Jessica Clayton [https://rocketit.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/guest_headshot.jpg]Guest: Rich Edinger

Thrive Y’all | Bryan Mulligan | Tech in Transportation | Ep 58

https://youtu.be/XfNeptCcotg With more vehicles on the road [https://www.statista.com/statistics/859950/vehicles-in-operation-by-quarter-united-states/] than ever before, technology has become a key component of motorists’ safety. In this episode of Thrive Y’all, President of Applied Information [https://appinfoinc.com/], Bryan Mulligan, shares how his team has begun integrating transportation tech into metro-Atlanta communities. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR MORE ABOUT: * Connected vehicle technology and how it saves lives * How Applied Information persuades automotive and municipal partners to embrace change * How transportation technology has decreased automotive crashes * How you can try autonomous transportation in a controlled environment * The upcoming 5G Automotive Association’s North American Conference [https://5gaa.org/] RESOURCES MENTIONED: Applied Information, Inc. [https://appinfoinc.com/] iATL [https://theiatl.com/] 5G Automotive Association [https://5gaa.org/] [https://rocketit.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/SECURITY-button-1024x349.png]https://rocketit.com/essential-it/ * [https://rocketit.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/jessica_sm.jpg]Host: Jessica Clayton * [https://rocketit.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/guest_headshot-1.jpg]Guest: Bryan Mulligan

Thrive Y’all | Terri Jondahl | Pursuit of Quality Improvement | Ep 57

https://youtu.be/MTyAQSGw7FA When it comes to the manufacturing industry, a keen eye for details is necessary for long-term success. In this episode of Thrive Y’all, we hear how CAB Incorporated [https://www.cabinc.com/] CEO, Terri Jondahl and her team have spent over 35 years relentlessly pursuing new concepts for quality improvement. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR MORE ABOUT: * CAB Incorporated’s secret to keeping inventory despite supply chain issues * How early adoption of cloud based storage helped CAB adjust quickly * How technology has helped CAB Incorporated’s scale worldwide * The importance of manufacturers diversifying their production inventory * Terri’s Jondahl’s journey into the manufacturing industry RESOURCES MENTIONED CAB Incorporated [https://www.cabinc.com/] [https://rocketit.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/SECURITY-button-1024x349.png]https://rocketit.com/essential-it/ * [https://rocketit.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/jessica_sm.jpg]Host: Jessica Clayton * [https://rocketit.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/guest_headshot.jpg]Guest: Terri Jondahl

Thrive Y’all | Joe Allen | Gwinnett Place Growth | Ep 56

https://youtu.be/kruarpk5I8A Known for its internationally diverse communities, Gwinnett County has drawn the attention of businesses from around the world. Now, in an effort to continue this economic development, Executive Director Joe Allen and the Gwinnett Place Community Improvement District [https://gwinnettplacecid.com/] share new plans for infrastructure improvements. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR MORE ABOUT: * The definition of a community improvement district * Recent projects completed by the Gwinnett Place CID * The impact of Gwinnett Place CID’s partnership with Gwinnett County [https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/Home] and the State of Georgia [https://georgia.gov/] * How the Opportunity Zone [https://www.gwinnettcounty.com/web/gwinnett/Departments/PlanningandDevelopment/EconomicDevelopment/OpportunityZones] has resulted in thousands of new jobs for Gwinnett communities * The annual economic impact of the Gwinnett Place area * Upcoming plans to redevelop the Gwinnett Place Mall * How to share you opinion on Gwinnett County’s redevelopment RESOURCES MENTIONED Gwinnett Place Community Improvement District [https://gwinnettplacecid.com/] Gwinnett Place To Be [https://gwinnettplacetobe.com/] [https://rocketit.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/SECURITY-button-1024x349.png]https://rocketit.com/essential-it/ * [https://rocketit.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/jessica_sm.jpg]Host: Jessica Clayton * [https://rocketit.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/guest_headshot-1.jpg]Guest: Joe Allen

Thrive Y’all | Randy Redner | Creating Family Foundations | Ep 55

https://youtu.be/55UEU8avLoM Since 1985, the Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia [https://www.cfneg.org/] has worked to improve the world through the power of philanthropy. And now, with CEO Randy Redner and his team at the wheel, the organization is determined to address the charitable needs of individuals, families, and nonprofits across Metro Atlanta. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR MORE ABOUT: * The definition of a community foundation * How community foundations bridge the gap between nonprofits and families * How CFNEG donates nearly $1 million per month to support the work of amazing charities * Why one major contribution created a massive impact for Northeast Georgia communities * The unique 5 step program to building a better community * The current disparity in available housing * The 2021 Nonprofit Wish Book [https://www.cfneg.org/nonprofits/nonprofit-wish-book/] RESOURCES MENTIONED Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia [https://www.cfneg.org/] 2021 Nonprofit Wish Book [https://www.cfneg.org/nonprofits/nonprofit-wish-book/] Gwinnett Coalition [https://www.gwinnettcoalition.org/] CONTACT INFORMATION Randy Redner | 404-273-1292 [tel:404-273-1292] | rredner@cfneg.org [rredner@cfneg.org] [https://rocketit.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/SECURITY-button-1024x349.png]https://rocketit.com/essential-it/ * [https://rocketit.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/jessica_sm.jpg]Host: Jessica Clayton * [https://rocketit.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/guest_headshot.jpg]Guest: Randy Redner