Limbcare Prosthetics and Orthotics of Georgia, Inc. Named September Small Business of the Month9/27/2019 The Valdosta-Lowndes Chamber of Commerce and Renasant Bank presented Limbcare Prosthetics and Orthotics of Georgia, Inc. with the September Small Business of the Month Award. Limbcare is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) clinic that specializes in prosthetic and orthotic devices to provide the most advanced orthotic and prosthetic care, diabetic shoes, and inserts throughout South Georgia. Limbcare was started by John Rodman, a veteran who served for 15 years in the business of prosthetics. Initially starting as one location with a staff of 10 people, Limbcare now caters to multiple locations across Tifton, Americus, Valdosta, Cordele, LaGrange, and Albany. All locations still utilize a smaller staff to contribute to a feeling of family. "Limbcare Prosthetics & Orthotics of Georgia is more than just a medicinal practice, it is a family unit dedicated to helping others of all ages who may have musculoskeletal disabilities or other injuries take control of their lives and gain the self-confidence they need to go flourish." Faye Rodman, office manager, said. Limbcare prides themselves in going beyond the clinic to provide for the residents of Valdosta. They take part in a multitude of community events such as the March of Dimes, which supports mother's and children's mental and physical health so that all children may have an opportune life. They also contribute to local VA clinics. For more information please visit Limbcare Prosthetics & Orthotics of Georgia Inc. at 2910 North Ashley Suite K, Valdosta, GA 31602 or call 229-247-7561. 
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The Valdosta-Lowndes Chamber gave businesses small and large an opportunity to showcase their products and services and network with each other during their annual PrimeTime Business Expo on September 12. With a sponsorship provided by Mediacom Business for the second consecutive year, the Expo included 81 vendors representing a variety of local businesses and organizations. “Our goal has always been to support local businesses and give them the connectivity tools necessary to be successful. Those successful businesses contribute to the economic growth in this area," Jessica Guilfoyle of Mediacom Business shared. "The purpose of this event is to expose what the Valdosta business community has to offer. Each vendor gets an opportunity to show off a small part of their company and network in a low-stress environment with other businesses and consumers. This year we were really lucky to also have some Georgia Grown vendors, which was very special for us,” said membership and events director for the Chamber, Chloe Wade. Comport Keepers, a senior home care facility in Valdosta, had nothing but positive reviews on the PrimeTime Business Expo. "Comfort Keepers has participated in the PrimeTime Business Expo for many years and we have enjoyed the new clients we have met there along with socializing with our fellow Chamber members. We are looking forward to next year already," Scott Register, owner of Comfort Keepers Valdosta, said. Marcotek Digital Office Solutions, winner of the “Best Overall Booth” award shared those same sentiments. "All of us at Marcotek had a great time at this year's Expo. We were able to talk with many Chamber and community members that we had not previously had an opportunity to meet. This helped us to not only obtain many new leads for prospective new Marcotek clients but it also helped us to meet many new businesses that we can use their services,” said Keith Norris of Marcotek Digital Office Solutions. This year, the Chamber decided to create an additional spotlight for businesses who are a part of the "Georgia Grown" program, a brand made up of business and consumers who want to buy and promote Georgia's locally grown products. The Daylily Store, Kickin K Soap, Carroll's Sausage & County Store, Wild Adventures and The Pour House all represented the "Georgia Grown" exhibition by standing front row and having their booths adorned with peach-shaped balloons. The Chamber is already looking forward to next year’s PrimeTime Business Expo in September 2020.  The Chamber Ambassadors honored The Pour House with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on September 20, 2019 to celebrate their new Chamber membership and to let the citizens of Valdosta know about their catering services. Described as a “mobile vintage bar”, The Pour House started as a small wine bar in the back of their retail store. The company acquired a 1966 bumper pull horse trailer and decided to convert it into a minibar. Nicknaming it ‘Minnie’, The Pour House decided to test it out at their first mobile catering job at a wedding in April 2019, which yielded great results. Robbie Pittman, owner of The Pour House, wanted to give the Lowndes County area an inimitable new service while contributing to the resident’s happiest memories. “I am a lifetime resident of Lowndes County and wanted to bring a unique service to our community. I love what I do because I love making someone’s special day “special” and seeing people happy.” Pittman said. The Pour House is a member of Georgia Grown, a program that recognizes business whose products are directly from Georgia agriculture. Pittman said this is what truly sets them apart. “We serve fresh from the farm local ingredients in all of our signature cocktails.” She said. The party doesn’t stop there; Pittman plans on introducing several more mobile units to rent for any event through The Pour House. This way more customers can be served. “We aren’t only fabulous fresh cocktails and wine serving bartenders; we are the bar! We are going to bring a truly unique way to entertain your guests.” She said. The Pour House is a proud member of the Valdosta-Lowndes Chamber of Commerce. “The Valdosta-Lowndes County helped get the word out about us in every way. We decided to hold the ribbon cutting to introduce ourselves to the community.” Pittman said. For more information about The Pour House, visit them at 2182 N Ashley St, www.thepourhouse2.com or call 229-469-4585.  The Chamber Ambassadors honored Choices for Life of Georgia as the Leading Business of the Week for September 16, 2019. Known for their collaborative heart and competitive spirit, Choices for Life of Georgia is committed to affecting positive change in families and children with special needs. Choices for Life of Georgia provides in-home treatment for children and youth with psychological, social, and emotional needs who can accept and respond to relationships within a family, but whose special needs require more intensive care. Choices for Life of Georgia combines skills and resources while partnering with state agencies, counselors and social workers to provide a safe and nurturing environment. Choices for Life of Georgia has achieved outstanding success through the years. According to Executive Director, Sara Riley, Choices for Life of Georgia has consistently score a 95 percent or greater on the external Medicaid audits. The agency has provided services for more than 400 children and families in the community with in-home behavioral health services. Choices for Life of Georgia provided a loving and compassionate private foster home for an average of 50 children in the past two years. Choices for Life of Georgia is excited to announce their Seven Challenges Program. The program will take place in several rural South Georgia counties that normally would not have access to behavioral health services in their cities. Choices for Life of Georgia is a proud member of the Valdosta-Lowndes Chamber of Commerce. “The Chamber assisted our agency in remaining a professional and quality community partner by advocating, partnering and collaborating to be the best agency we can be for the benefit of our community,” said Riley. Riley stated, “The Valdosta-Lowndes Chamber and its’ staff take an active and positive role in engaging small business. They diligently work to support small business and encourage the community to help keep local business local and profitable.” For more information, visit Choices for Life of Georgia visit at 2200 N. Patterson Street or call, (229) 244-1707. The Leading Business of the Week program is designed to recognize members who have partnered with the Chamber for at least five years. Marcotek Digital Office Solutions proudly sponsors the 2019 Leading Business of the Week program. For more information visit www.ValdostaChamber.com/Leading-Business-of-the-Week  Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Retiring Airmen with Career Skills Program9/16/2019 The Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce is once again supporting troops and helping Airmen transition back into civilian life by supporting the Career Skills Program. The Career Skills Program, also known as JTEST-AI (Job Training, Employment Skills Training, Apprenticeships and Internships), is a vocational program hosted by the Department of Defense SkillBridge Initiative. The program is designed to prepare Service men of all branches for the transition from military to civilian careers and focuses on the practical application of learned skills that can later lead to employment. The Career Skills Program offers both vocational and technical training. This training is separated into three categories: apprenticeships, internships and on-the-job training. To qualify for the program, an Airman must complete 180 continuous days of active duty service and expect to be discharged or released within 180 days. Participation must be approved by the first Field Grade Officer who is authorized to impose non-judicial punishment in the Airman’s chain of command. The Chamber extends this opportunity to Airmen nearing the end of their Military service with the hopes of providing invaluable workplace skills needed for the eventual career field of their choosing. La Peachez Clark, Events and Military Engagement Director at the Chamber is the Chamber’s very first Career Skills intern as well as a testament to the effectiveness of the program. Clark became aware of program after a former Chamber employee reached out to the Career Skills Program coordinator at Moody Airforce Base with a listing of openings for interns. Clark describes transitioning from a military career to a civilian career as difficult as many servicemen receive a culture shock when readjusting to civilian life. “After members leave the military they do not always have the opportunity to find a job right away,” Clark said. “The transition is not always smooth depending on the military member’s skill set and coping with the way things are in the civilian sector.” The Career Skills Program seeks to make that transition easier. Clark believes that a helping hand in the transition from military to civilian life is owed to servicemen and women. “We have sacrificed so much for our country called ‘Home of the Free and Land of the Brave!’ ” Clark said. “It is a way of paying it forward.” According to Clark, the Chamber offers Airmen looking for that helping hand an opportunity to intern with an organization that works intimately with the local community. The opportunity has allowed Clark a peak into the world of civilian business that she will soon reintegrate into. “It has opened my eyes to the way business is conducted in the civilian world opposed to what I have grown accustomed to in the military,” Clark said. “It has enabled me to make an informed decision with the correct career path I should take post retirement.” For more information about internship opportunities, contact Lauren Pope at 229-247-8100, ext. 231 or lpope@valdostachamber.com  The Chamber Ambassadors honored Ole Times Country Buffet as the Leading Business of the Week for September 9, 2019. For 20 years, Ole Times Country Buffet has provided the Valdosta-Lowndes community with “good ole” home-cooked comfort food. Ole Times offers an array of southern cooked food in a friendly and inviting atmosphere. The staff of Ole Times is passionate about their customers and enjoy providing a warm, memorable experience during each visit. “Our major accomplishments are keeping the customers happy and satisfied with the quality of food and continue to have a family friendly environment at all times,” said Dannita Bivins, general manager. “The customers are the reason I love working here. I have seen little kids grow up and become adults. My employees are like family; a couple of us have been here working alongside each other for many years.” Ole Times Country Buffet is a proud member of the Valdosta-Lowndes Chamber of Commerce. Bivins stated, “The Chamber has been a positive influence on our business. They have sent in customers from the downtown area to try our variety of fresh vegetables and southern fried chicken that we have at our bar on a daily basis.” Ole Times plans to keep up the service and food they offer for years to come. “We will continue brining good food and customers together at the table like we have done for 20 years,” said Bivins. For more information, visit Ole Times Country Buffet at 1193 St. Augustine Road or call 229-253-1600. The Leading Business of the Week program is designed to recognize members who have partnered with the Chamber for at least five years. Marcotek Digital Office Solutions proudly sponsors the 2019 Leading Business of the Week program. For more information visit www.ValdostaChamber.com/Leading-Business-of-the-Week  |
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