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Jan 21
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Dewitt Tilton Group Announces New Hires

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Dewitt Tilton Group Announces New Hires

(SAVANNAH,GA) The Dewitt Tilton Group has announced two new hires. Stephen Cobb has joined the Savannah-based commercial construction company as a superintendent, and Baleigh Youmans has been named an administrative assistant.

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Stephen Cobb, Dewitt Tilton Group

Cobb comes to Dewitt Tilton with more than 30 years of experience as a residential and remodeling contractor. In his new role, he will oversee all phases of construction. He attended Savannah Tech, volunteers with health systems in Bryan County and serves as part of the KAIROS men’s ministry, an international prison ministry.

Baleigh Youmans - Dewitt Tilton Group - Headshot

Baleigh Youmans, Dewitt Tilton Group

In her new role, Youmans will manage the office and serve as office support for the firm’s management. She is a graduate of New Hampstead High School and attended Armstrong State University for two years. She is engaged and has three rescue dogs from the Humane Society for Greater Savannah.

MORE ABOUT DEWITT TILTON GROUP
The Dewitt Tilton Group, a premier construction firm located in Savannah, Georgia, specializes in commercial construction. The principals, Andrew Dewitt and Chris Tilton, have more than 50 years of combined experience in the local construction industry. The firm manages every aspect of a commercial project from pre-construction to the final walk-through. Known for using only highly reputable contractors, the Dewitt Tilton Group brings to the table design, engineering and construction capabilities which guarantee a smooth construction process for each client. The firm is located at 2807-A Roger Lacey Avenue, Savannah, GA 31404. For more information or to contact the Dewitt Tilton Group, please call 912.777.3404 or visit www.dewitttiltongroup.com

CONTACT
Kim Thomas
Dewitt Tilton Group
912-777-3404
kim@dewitttiltongroup.com

MEDIA CONTACT
Marjorie Young
Carriage Trade Public Relations®, Inc.
912.844.9990
marjorie@carriagetradepr.com

Jan 18
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Public Invited to Nominate Local Non-Profit Organizations for 2019 Enmarket Encourage Health Series Grant Donations

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Public Invited to Nominate Local Non-Profit Organizations for 2019 Enmarket Encourage Health Series Grant Donations

(SAVANNAH, GA) The public is invited to nominate nonprofit organizations in the Savannah area to be one of four grant recipients in the 2019 Enmarket Encourage Health Educational Series.

Nominations can be submitted through a Facebook or Instagram posting, and each winner will receive a $1,000 grant from Healthy Savannah during the health series.

Encourage Health

Any Savannah area registered 501©3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote healthy living, active lifestyles or nutritional education is eligible for consideration.

To apply:

  • “Like” Enmarket’s Facebook and Instagram pages;
  • Create a post on Facebook and/or Instagram to explain why the nominated organization should be chosen;
  • Tag Enmarket in your social media nominations;
  • Use the hashtag #EncourageHealth2019.

Entries must include how the nonprofit organization inspires or promotes healthy living. The total number of “likes,” comments and shares on individual posts will be considered for the final selection.

Enmarket’s Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/enmarkstations. Enmarket’s Instagram page can be found by searching “Enmarket.” Entries will be open on Friday, Feb. 1. The deadline to apply is midnight on Thursday, Feb. 28.

Winning organizations will receive their grants during the Enmarket Encourage Health Education Series presentations, and each winning organization will be asked to host Enmarket representatives for a service day.

This is the sixth year for the Enmarket Encourage Health Education Series in partnership with Healthy Savannah.

The four lunchtime presentations will offer tips from local experts on nutrition, fitness and general tips for healthy living. Speakers have not been announced at this time.

For more information and to participate, visit www.enmarket.com.

ABOUT ENMARKET
Enmarket, founded as Interstate Stations by Robert Demere in 1963, is part of Savannah-based Colonial Group, Inc. The retailer operates convenience stores in Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina and was noted as the industry’s “Biggest Mover” in store count ranking by Convenience Store News in 2018. The company is committed to giving back to the community through many charitable contributions and volunteer efforts, offering fresh food, healthy snacks, and competitively priced quality fuel as part of its mission to enrich life. Enmarket currently employs more than 1,200 people and operates 123 convenience stores and 14 quick-serve restaurants as the 54th largest convenience store operator in the country. www.enmarket.com

CONTACT
Matt Clements
Director of Marketing
Enmarket
MClements@enmarkstations.com

MEDIA CONTACT
Elizabeth Poole
Director of Communications
Cecilia Russo Marketing
elizabeth@crussomarketing.com
912.695.4791

Jan 14
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(SAVANNAH, GA) COMMUNiTY HEADLiNES, January 14, 2019

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PEACOCK SUBARU AND PALMETTO ANIMAL LEAGUE TO BE FEATURED IN ANIMAL PLANET’S PUPPY BOWL XV
(JASPER COUNTY, SC) Peacock Subaru will be featured in Animal Planet’s Puppy Bowl XV on Super Bowl Sunday, giving national recognition to some of the adoptable pups under the care of the Palmetto Animal League. In celebration of the event, Peacock Subaru will hold a Puppy Bowl Watch Party before the Super Bowl, complete with tailgating refreshments provided by One Hot Mama’s and music from co-host 104.9 The Surf. The party gets underway on Sunday, Feb. 3, from 2:30-5 p.m. at the dealership, 111 Drivers Way in Hardeeville at the Peacock Auto Mall. For more information, please visit https://www.islandpacket.com/entertainment/tv/article224085665.html Peacock Auto and Palmetto Animal League

MAJOR EXPANSION FOR ENMARKET

(SAVANNAH, GA) There’s a major expansion project underway for Enmarket, the longtime Savannah-based company that owns gas stations and convenience stores across Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina.That project is transforming a large piece of land at the corner of Chatham Parkway and Ogeechee Road, right behind one of the company’s gas stations, which still has the old Enmark branding. Read more here: https://www.wjcl.com/article/major-enmarket-company-headquarters-project-slated-for-savannah/25838450

THE BOWEN LAW GROUP HIRES ATTORNEY RYAN SCHMIDT 

(SAVANNAH, GA) Ryan Schmidt, a former touring singer/songwriter, has joined The Bowen Law Group, a corporate and entertainment law firm, as an associate attorney. Schmidt, who toured extensively as a musician prior to law school, appeared on NBC’s “The Voice,” and his music has been featured on the Apple iTunes’ “New Music Page.” He also won “Critics’ Choice” at the Starbucks Music Makers Competition and served as community manager for Redstar Media, a two-time Emmy winning multimedia and production firm in Boston. For more information, please visit https://www.savannahbusinessjournal.com/news-categories/people-in-the-news/8878-jan-9-the-bowen-law-group-hires-attorney-ryan-schmidt.html

The Bowen Law Group

Ryan Schmidt

TODDLER TOOTH CARE 101

(SAVANNAH, GA) It’s hard to keep our little ones’ teeth clean. Learn more about how to properly care for your toddler’s teeth in this Savannah Morning News article written by Dr. Angela Canfield of Sandfly Family Dental and Premier Dental Designs. For the full article: https://www.savannahnow.com/entertainmentlife/20190106/savannah-dentist-offers-tips-for-toddler-tooth-care-101 Angela C. Canfield, DDS

BETHESDA ACADEMY ALUMNUS EXCELS POST-GRADUATION

(SAVANNAH, GA) Jones Carter, alumnus of Bethesda Academy’s class of 2018, set an indoor school record in the triple jump in the first track meet for his college career. Carter, who is a freshman jumper at Catawba College, set the record on December 2 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina at the JDL Early Bird Duels. To read more, please visit http://www.savannahtribune.com/articles/sports-with-walter-moore-528/

CHRIS TILTON: SAVANNAH’S GROWTH BOOM

(SAVANNAH CEO) Check out why Savannah’s growth boom isn’t going to last forever in this Savannah CEO video interview with Chris Tilton of the Dewitt Tilton Group: http://savannahceo.com/video/2018/12/chris-tilton-why-savannahs-growth-boom-not-going-last-forever/ 

LEADERSHIP SOUTHEAST GEORGIA ANNOUNCES 2019 CLASS 

(SOUTHEAST GA) Leadership Southeast Georgia is pleased to announce 29 people have been selected from 10 counties across the region for its class of 2019. The five-month program, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, is designed to equip, empower and connect community leaders to help them promote positive growth and improve the quality of life in the southeast Georgia region. For more information, please visit http://www.lsega.com/

HOSPICE SAVANNAH HOSTS OYSTER ROAST FEB. 17

(SAVANNAH, GA) Enjoy locally harvested oysters, chili, beer, beverages, desserts, a silent auction and live music by the Midtown Pickers on Sunday, February 17, from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. at the beautiful Isle of Hope Marina, 50 W. Bluff Drive. All proceeds support Hospice Savannah’s life-enriching programs and services. Early bird tickets are $40.00. To donate to the silent auction or sign on as an event sponsor, please contact Ophelia Rodriguez in our Hospice Savannah Foundation at 912.629.1027. For more information, please visit www.HospiceSavannah.org 

TEDX SAVANNAH CALLS FOR SPEAKERS FOR 2019

(SAVANNAH, GA) TEDxSavannah is now taking speaker applications. The theme for the 10th anniversary event is “Southern Momentum.” In your application, you will need to communicate how the theme will drive the content of your TEDx talk. Apply here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/TEDxSavannah1/TEDxSavannah2019SpeakerApplication

SAVANNAH JAYCEES AND EXCHANGE CLUB OF SAVANNAH HOST OYSTER ROAST FEB. 2

(SAVANNAH, GA) On Saturday, Feb 2, The Savannah Jaycees in partnership with the Exchange Club of Savannah will host an Oyster Roast at the Savannah Jaycees Hut, or Clubhouse as roosters call it, located at 101 Atlas Street Savannah, GA 31405. Join us for live music, cocktails and all the oysters you can eat! Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit the Savannah Jaycees and their mission of #ServicetoHumanity and Dickie Quarles, a former Jaycee. If you are unable to attend, but would like to make a donation, contact SavannahJaycees@gmail.com.

ENMARKET HOCKEY CLASSIC HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND

LOVE WALK – FEBRUARY 9, 2019

(SAVANNAH, GA) Wesley Community Centers of Savannah, Inc., sponsored by Savannah Early Childhood Foundation, is gearing up for their most important fundraiser of the year, Love Walk, and they need YOUR help! As a non-profit, the agency works hard to do a lot on a tight budget. Child care fees and the grant awards received, do not cover the expenses associated with operations. One of the biggest ways they make up this shortfall is through funds raised at Love Walk. Love Walk 2019 is scheduled for Saturday, February 9, 2019. The 3.6 mile walk begins at 9:00 a.m. at Wesley (1601 Drayton Street) and is a pleasant stroll through each historic square on Bull Street. The return route circles back to Wesley. Please contact Ms. Adrianne Williams-Henderson at henderson_adrianne@yahoo.com or (912) 236-4226 with any questions.

ROTO-ROOTER PLUMBERS OF SAVANNAH CELEBRATES 45 YEARS

(SAVANNAH, GA) Roto-Rooter Plumbers of Savannah, a locally owned full-service industrial, commercial and residential plumbing company, is pleased to announce its 45th anniversary of serving customers in Savannah and surrounding areas. For more information, please visit https://www.savannahbusinessjournal.com/news-categories/68-state-regional-news/8850-jan-3-roto-rooter-plumbers-of-savannah-celebrates-45th-anniversary.html 

PR WORKSHOP IN ATLANTA

(ATLANTA, GA) Marjorie Young will speak to the Georgia Association of Business Brokers on public relations strategies on January 22, 2019. The event is free and open to the public and will be held at the Georgia Association of Realtors building at 6065 Barfield Road in Sandy Springs at 10:30 a.m. Register here: https://gabb.org/creating-positive-word-of-mouth-for-your-business/  Marjorie Young, CEO and Founder of Carriage Trade Public Relations

PARK PLACE OUTREACH CELEBRATES 35 YEARS

(SAVANNAH, GA) Park Place Outreach Youth Emergency Shelter is celebrating 35 years of serving runaway, homeless and at-risk teens in the Savannah area. PPO is inviting the public to join them on February 1 at the Plantation Club for their annual gala to celebrate the youth they serve and to learn more about the launch of their new Transitional Living Program. Tickets are $150 per person or $1400 for a table of 10. Tickets can be purchased at www.parkplaceyes.org/events 

SPEAKERS SOUGHT FOR 2019 ENCOURAGE HEALTH SERIES – DEADLINE TOMORROW

(SAVANNAH, GA) Healthy Savannah and Enmarket are accepting speaker nominations for the 2019 Enmarket Encourage Health Educational Series, the sixth year for the program that features sessions on nutrition, fitness and tips for living a healthy life. Program topics have covered a wide range of subject matter discussed by respected experts in the health field. Popular themes have included the correlation between heart health and a healthy lifestyle, blue zones, the benefits of a plant-based diet and other similar issues. Anyone who has an idea for a health-oriented educational speech should submit the concept to Paula Kreissler at paula@healthysavannah.org. The deadline is Tuesday, January 15. For more information, please visit http://www.wtoc.com/video/2018/12/28/enmarket-encourage-health-education-series/ 

22ND ANNUAL SOUTHERN COAST HEART BALL SET FOR FEB. 2 

(HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C.) The American Heart Association (AHA) will host the 22nd Annual Southern Coast Heart Ball on Saturday, Feb. 2, at 6 p.m. at the Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. The annual black-tie gala, chaired by Catherine Donaldson of Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty, will celebrate life-saving advances made in the Lowcountry over the last 22 years. Donaldson is chairing in honor of her husband, who served in the U.S. Army Reserves and died of a heart attack in 2016. To reserve your seats or for more information about the 22nd Anniversary Southern Coast Heart Ball, please visit www.SouthernCoastHeartball.org.

100 MOST INFLUENTIAL GEORGIANS

(GEORGIA TREND) Who are the 100 most influential Georgians? Find out here: https://editions.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?i=552370&p=18#%7B%22page%22:26,%22issue_id%22:552370%7D 

LOCAL ROTARY CALLS FOR VOLUNTEERS

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Rotary Club of Savannah is searching for volunteers to serve as community readers for the second annual Savannah Rotary Read-In on Wednesday, March 13, from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Last year’s inaugural event drew 526 volunteer readers who read to students in 566 classrooms. This year, Savannah-Chatham public schools plans to add pre-kindergarten to the list, which means Rotarians and volunteers will read to students in 600 pre-k through third-grade classrooms in 32 schools. To register to read at the Savannah Rotary Read-In, please sign up here by March 7: https://www.srri-signup.com/ 

STOP PROCRASTINATING IN 2019

LDSS RECEIVES $550 GRANT

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society (LDSS) received a $550 grant from The Savannah Community Foundation made possible by The Emerging Leaders Committee Fund to be used for capital expenditures. For more information on LDSS, please visit https://ldssga.org/

NLAWS PARTNERS WITH ST. JOSEPH’S / CANDLER

(SAVANNAH, GA) NLaws Produce at Home recently launched a partnership with St. Joseph’s/Candler to deliver fresh groceries to health system co-workers in a convenient manner. Learn more about the new program here: http://www.wtoc.com/video/2018/12/26/nlaws/

SPEROS’ WEEKLY SECURITY TIPS

(SAVANNAH, GA) Traditional pickpocketing has always been a concern in crowded public locations, but new advancements in technology have allowed scammers to steal sensitive financial information without even touching their victims. Learn more about electronic pickpocketing here:  https://www.pii-protect.com/MicroTrainings/micro_training_view/124?brand_key=uyjmd&ID=53755 

TED TALK TIPS – FREE EVENT TOMORROW

(SAVANNAH, GA) Hostess City Toastmasters is hosting this free event on January 15, 2019. The event will be held at The Creative Coast Labs at 2222 Bull St. For more information, please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ted-talk-tips-tickets-53768211167?aff=eivtefrnd

NEW VETERINARY APP, HEEL!

(SAVANNAH, GA) Dr. Jason King, CEO of Live Oak Veterinary Neurology, has launched the new “Heel!” veterinary network app to promote quality pet care and medication compliance. The free app will send medication reminders to pet owners and helps them communicate with veterinary professionals on prescription refills, therapy details and other pet health issues. For more information, visit https://www.savannahnow.com/business/20190108/savannah-vet-launches-new-app Dr. Jason King

REACH CUSTOMERS ONLINE WITH GOOGLE

(SAVANNAH, GA) The UGA Small Business Development Center in Savannah and the UGA SBDC at Georgia Southern University, along with the Richmond Hill-Bryan County Chamber of Commerce will present a workshop on January 23rd from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Find out what Google knows about your business and get your Google Business Page instantly verified during the session. For more information, visit

BETHESDA ACADEMY PRESIDENT RECEIVES GEORGIA GOAL AWARD

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program recently presented Michael Hughes, president of Bethesda Academy in Savannah, with the GOAL Advocacy Award. The award acknowledges individuals who have displayed passion and perseverance when appealing to legislators to preserve, protect and expand the program’s scholarship opportunities. For more information, please visit http://www.wtoc.com/video/2019/01/04/bethesda-academy-president-michael-hughes-talks-about-his-goal-advocacy-award/ Bethesda Academy President Michael Hughes Holds GOAL Award

DEADLINE TOMORROW: ROTARY FELLOWSHIP EXCHANGE

(DISTRICT 6920) Rotary District 6920 is looking for applicants to apply to its 2019 Fellowship Exchange Program in the Caribbean. The program dates will be March 9-29. The cost of the program, homestay, meals and scheduled travel expenses will be covered by the Rotary, but participants should include the costs of any personal souvenirs and outside expenditures in their own budget. The deadline is TOMORROW, January 15. For more information, please visit http://www.rotarydistrict6920.org/carribean/

MEET ESTELLA

(SAVANNAH, GA) Coastal Pet Rescue introduces Estella! Estella is a two-year old female yellow lab mix. Estella came to the rescue pretty sick, but she is becoming healthier daily! She is a sweetheart who loves “her person.” Maybe that’s you! For more information on Estella or any of Coastal Pet Rescue’s other cats and dogs for adoption, please visit http://coastalpetrescue.org/adopt/view/2018-d-417-estella/
Jan 14
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Leadership Southeast Georgia Names 2019 Class Members

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Leadership Southeast Georgia Names 2019 Class Members

(SOUTHEAST GEORGIA) Leadership Southeast Georgia is pleased to announce 29 people have been selected from 10 counties across the region for its class of 2019.

The five-month program, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, is designed to equip, empower and connect community leaders to help them promote positive growth and improve the quality of life in the southeast Georgia region.

Participants live and work within Bryan, Bulloch, Camden, Chatham, Effingham, Glynn, Liberty, Long, McIntosh and Screven counties, which together are known as Georgia’s coastal region. Leadership Southeast Georgia offers a unique opportunity for leaders in this area to build close working relationships, promote positive growth and advance strategic goals to benefit our coast.

Members of the Leadership Southeast Georgia class of 2019 are:

Laura Lee Bocade, DIRTT Environmental Solutions (Chatham)
Stephanie Brown, WorkSource Georgia-Coastal (Camden)
C.J. Chance, P.E., Hussey Gay Bell (Bulloch)
Leia Dedic, Savannah Economic Development Authority (Chatham)
Dr. Robin K. Ellert, Department of the Army (Liberty)
Chris Ellison, The Heritage Bank (Long)
Justin Farquhar, Development Authority of Bryan County (Chatham)
Jenny Gentry, (Chatham)
Emily Goldman, Georgia Ports Authority (Effingham)
Gloria Goosby, Georgia Southern University (Bulloch)
Allyson Harvin, SERVPRO of Savannah (Chatham)
Staci Ignell, Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation (Jasper)
Kimberly Iler, Coldwell Banker Commercial (Effingham)
Will Johnson, Evans General Contractors (Chatham)
Francesca Macchiaverna, HunterMaclean (Chatham)
Dawn Malin, McIntosh County Industrial Development Authority (McIntosh)
Ronald McGee, Comcast (Chatham)
Mark Miller (Glynn)
Tanya Milton, The Savannah Tribune (Chatham)
DJ Roberson, Daniel Defense, Inc. (Effingham)
Madison Roesel, The SACK Company (Chatham)
Matt Sawhill, Georgia Power – Southern Company (Bulloch)
Ryan Sewell, Sterling Seacrest Partners (Chatham)
David Simons, Simons Political Group (Chatham)
Kevin Smith, P.E., Thomas & Hutton (Chatham)
Ron Stalnaker, Georgia Southern University (Bulloch)
Mark Stovall, SunTrust Bank (Glynn)
Walter Strong III, The Strong Group / Alair Homes Savannah (Chatham)
Paul Teague, P.E., Atlanta Gas Light Company (Bryan)

“It’s an exceptionally powerful group of participants this year,” said Lee Beckmann, a graduate of the class of 2013 and chairman of the 2019 board of directors, who also is the manager of governmental affairs with the Georgia Ports Authority. “This group represents the strengths of our region well, and I’m confident that the next five months will further equip them to lead our region.”

Participants were nominated by alumni of the leadership program and by business leaders in the coastal region. They will spend one weekend a month in surrounding counties learning about topics that affect the region such as healthcare, education, economic development and transportation.

“Last year’s group developed ideas that made tangible differences in our communities, and I’m thrilled to see what impacts this class will make,” said Beckmann. “There is a tremendous amount of innovation and creativity between our selected class members.”

For more information, visit http://www.lsega.com/

ABOUT LEADERSHIP SOUTHEAST GEORGIA
Leadership Southeast Georgia is a five-month region-wide program designed to equip, empower and connect community leaders to help them promote positive growth and improve the quality of life in the southeast Georgia region. The executive board and program participants represent a variety of industries across Bryan, Bulloch, Camden, Chatham, Effingham, Glynn, Liberty, Long, McIntosh and Screven counties. The class spends one weekend a month traveling to surrounding counties to learn about the impact of local issues such as healthcare, education, economic development and transportation. For more information, visit http://www.lsega.com/

CONTACT
Lee Beckmann
Leadership Southeast Georgia
lsegainfo@gmail.com

MEDIA CONTACT
Cynthia Cradduck
Cecilia Russo Marketing, LLC
cynthia@crussomarketing.com
912.856.9075

Jan 09
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The Bowen Law Group Hires Attorney Ryan Schmidt

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The Bowen Law Group Hires Attorney Ryan Schmidt

(SAVANNAH, GA) Ryan Schmidt, a former touring singer/songwriter, has joined The Bowen Law Group, a corporate and entertainment law firm, as an associate attorney.

The Bowen Law Group

Ryan Schmidt

Schmidt, who toured extensively as a musician prior to law school, appeared on NBC’s “The Voice” and his music has been featured on the Apple iTunes’ “New Music Page.” He also won “Critics’ Choice” at the Starbucks Music Makers Competition and served as community manager for Redstar Media, a two-time Emmy winning multimedia and production firm in Boston.

“Ryan is a rising star and a key addition to our team of entertainment sector advisers,” said Charles Bowen, Founder of The Bowen Law Group. “We are excited to have him join our office as the volume of work we do throughout Georgia and the Southeast continues to grow.”

Schmidt attended Belmont University College of Law in Nashville, where he graduated summa cum laude and served on the Law Review Executive Board. He also clerked for a Nashville-based law firm representing clients in the music industry, fine arts, and digital media.

“With everything happening in the film industry in and around Savannah, it is a great time to be working with a firm whose efforts are helping grow a sustainable local entertainment industry for generations to come,” Schmidt said.

Schmidt, a native of Atkinson, NH, is married to Hillary Schmidt, a Savannah College of Art and Design graduate who works with the Savannah-based museum and exhibit design firm DMDG2.

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE BOWEN LAW GROUP
Based in Savannah, Charles Bowen is a business attorney who focuses on commercial and entertainment law and also offers comprehensive mediation services. Bowen attended Mercer University in Macon, Ga., where he graduated summa cum laude with honors in both psychology and political science. Upon graduating from Georgetown University Law Center in 1995, he moved to Savannah and established a corporate law practice. Bowen was named “Business Advocate of the Year” in 2015 by the Savannah Morning News. He won the “2016 Helen V. Head Business Leader of the Year Award” presented by the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce. He also chaired the 24th Annual Kiss-a-Pig campaign on behalf of the American Diabetes Association. Bowen has received the Martindale-Hubbell® AV® Preeminent™ rating, the highest rating based upon confidential surveys sent to other attorneys. He also has been selected by the members of the State Bar of Georgia as one of Georgia Trend’s 12th Annual Legal Elite in two categories: Business Law and Corporate Law. He is the author of three eBooks. With panoramic views of the city and the Savannah River, The Bowen Law Group is located on the top floor of the Manger Building at 7 East Congress Street. For more information, call 912.544.2050 or visit www.thebowenlawgroup.com. Follow The Bowen Law Group on Twitter at @bowenlawgroup.

CONTACT
Charles J. Bowen, Founder
The Bowen Law Group
912-544-2050
cbowen@thebowenlawgroup.com
thebowenlawgroup.com

MEDIA CONTACT
Cynthia Cradduck
Carriage Trade Public Relations®, Inc.
cynthia.wright@carriagetradepr.com
912.856.9075

Jan 09
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Marjorie Young to speak in Atlanta about Public Relations strategies to the Georgia Association of Business Brokers

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Marjorie Young to speak in Atlanta about Public Relations strategies to the Georgia Association of Business Brokers

Did you know that 74% of consumers cite “word-of-mouth” as a key influence in their decision making? But most businesses leave so much good news on the table!

Marjorie Young, an experienced public relations consultant and founder of Carriage Trade Public Relations® Inc., will share her ideas about creating positive word-of-mouth when she speaks on Jan. 22 to the Georgia Association of Business Brokers. The GABB meets at the Georgia Association of Realtors building at 6065 Barfield Road, in Sandy Springs at 10:30 a.m., preceded at 9:45 a.m. by a free light breakfast and networking session.

The meeting is free and open to the public, but please fill out the form below to let us know you’re coming.

Creating Positive Word-of-Mouth For Your Business

Young will discuss how small businesses can build a positive reputation simply by leveraging the great content that already exists in your business and in your marketing. Young founded Carriage Trade Public Relations® Inc. in 1995. Her firm creates positive word-of-mouth for businesses in the community and online by using reputation management strategies. She also does Crisis PR consulting and audits.

In 2017 the Savannah Chamber named Young Small Business Advocate of the Year. She currently sits on the Savannah Rotary, and Hospice Savannah board of directors. She is an avid hiker and walked Spain’s 500-mile Camino de Santiago in 2016.

The GABB is an organization of professionals who work with owners of Georgia businesses in important and complicated transactions: the sale of their businesses. GABB members help owners determine the asking price of their business, create marketing plans and strategies for selling their business, identify and qualify buyers, and have the knowledge, experience and skills needed to help maintain the confidential nature of the process. GABB members relentlessly pursue professional development so they can provide superior, ethical services for all customers and clients.

For more information on GABB, contact Diane Loupe at 404-374-3990 or georgiabusinessbrokers@gmail.com or Dean Burnette at dean@b3brokers.com or 912-247-3209.

Jan 09
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22nd Annual Southern Coast Heart Ball Set for Feb. 2

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22nd Annual Southern Coast Heart Ball Set for Feb. 2

(HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C.) The American Heart Association (AHA) will host the 22nd Annual Southern Coast Heart Ball on Saturday, Feb. 2, at 6 p.m. at the Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa.

The annual black-tie gala, chaired by Catherine Donaldson of Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty, will celebrate life-saving advances made in the Lowcountry over the last 22 years. Donaldson is chairing in honor of her husband, who served in the U.S. Army Reserves and died of a heart attack in 2016.

“This year’s theme is very special to the Southern Coast community. It represents our heroes in the community, from our veterans and survivors to our caretakers and first responders, and that is the American Heart Association’s mission, to end heart disease and stroke,” Donaldson said.

The Southern Coast Heart Ball will bring together more than 400 guests from the corporate, philanthropic and medical communities to celebrate 2018’s accomplishments while raising funds to further the AHA’s mission.

Guests will enjoy an evening of dining, dancing and live entertainment as well as live and silent auctions.

The event will celebrate the heart association’s mission, supporters and volunteers while honoring lives saved or improved because of the work of the AHA and the generosity of the Lowcountry and Savannah communities. In addition, guests will hear the story of Lilly Cochran, who was born with several congenital heart defects. The event also will honor her father, a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, who had heart disease.

Thanks to the generosity of local institutions and businesses such as Legacy Sponsor Audi Hilton Head and Signature Sponsor Hilton Head Regional Healthcare, the Heart Ball is able to fund cardiovascular research, professional and public education, school site programs and advocacy efforts throughout the year.

Despite advancements in the fight against heart disease and stroke, heart disease remains the number one cause of death among U.S. citizens. In South Carolina, strokes are the fifth-leading cause of death. Nationally, nearly 2,200 people die each day from cardiovascular disease, an average of one death every 39 seconds.

To reserve your seats or for more information about the 22nd Anniversary Southern Coast Heart Ball, visit www.SouthernCoastHeartball.org.

About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is devoted to saving people from heart disease and stroke – America’s No. 1 and No. 5 killers. We team with millions of volunteers to fund innovative research, fight for stronger public health policies, and provide lifesaving tools and information to prevent and treat these diseases. The Dallas-based association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. To learn more or join us, call 1-800-AHA-USA1 or any of our offices around the country, or visit heart.org.

ABOUT PEACOCK AUTOMOTIVE
Peacock Automotive owns and operates 20 automotive dealerships representing 14 brands in Georgia, South Carolina and Florida, employing more than 700 individuals. The company’s headquarters are located at Peacock Auto Mall on U.S. 278, five miles east of I-95 at Exit 8 near Bluffton, S.C. The dealerships at the Auto Mall include Peacock Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Fiat, Peacock Subaru, Porsche of Hilton Head, Audi Hilton Head, Peacock Hyundai Hilton Head, Genesis of Hilton Head, Hilton Head Volkswagen and Peacock Used Cars & Trucks. Additionally, the company owns Peacock Hyundai Brunswick, Genesis of Brunswick and Peacock Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Brunswick in Brunswick, Ga., and Peacock Hyundai Savannah, Genesis of Savannah and Savannah Volkswagen in Savannah, Ga. Other holdings include Jaguar Columbia, Land Rover Columbia, Peacock Hyundai Columbia and Hyundai Genesis of Columbia. Its subsidiary, Peacock-Griffey Automotive, owns Peacock Ford in the Orlando area of Florida. Peacock Automotive also owns and operates the Peacock Collision Center and the Wellness Institute in Bluffton, S.C., and Peacock Insurance in Savannah. Peacock Automotive was awarded Business of the Year in 2017 from the Greater Bluffton, South Carolina, Chamber of Commerce. For more information about Peacock Automotive, call (843) 208-1258 or visit https://www.peacockautomotive.com/

CONTACT
Jennifer Waites
American Heart Association
843-480.4907
Jennifer.Waites@heart.org

Jan 08
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Local Rotary Calls for Volunteers for Second Annual Savannah Rotary Read-In

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Local Rotary Calls for Volunteers for Second Annual Savannah Rotary Read-In

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Rotary Club of Savannah is searching for volunteers to serve as community readers for the second annual Savannah Rotary Read-In on Wednesday, March 13, from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Last year’s inaugural event drew 526 volunteer readers who read to students in 566 classrooms. This year, Savannah-Chatham public schools plans to add pre-kindergarten to the list, which means Rotarians and volunteers will read to students in 600 pre-k through third-grade classrooms in 32 schools.

“We hope to promote literacy with nearly 15,000 local students at this event,” said Lowell Kronowitz, president of the Rotary Club of Savannah. “Our goal is to have around 600 volunteers join our Rotarians in giving back by reading for one hour on this special day to spark young imaginations and encourage the desire to read more.”

A report by the Annie E. Casey Foundation indicates children who aren’t reading at grade level by the end of third grade are four times as likely to drop out of high school.

Debra Larson, president & CEO of Hospice Savannah, and retired trucking company owner Frank Moore, Jr., who serves as a substitute teacher in the school system, are co-chairing the event. Moore introduced the idea when he moved to Savannah from California where his club there had run the program for 26 years.

“We are looking for volunteers to help just one day for one hour with just one book. The impact for the students is tremendous,” said Moore.

The club also is seeking 32 volunteers to serve as liaisons to handle communication with the schools’ personnel, confirm classrooms and identify books for the read-in.

E Shavers Booksellers is offering a discount to anyone who buys a children’s book to read during the event.

To register to read at the Savannah Rotary Read-In, please sign up here by March 7: https://savannahrotaryreadin.com/

ABOUT THE ROTARY CLUB OF SAVANNAH
The Rotary Club of Savannah includes 225 community leaders and volunteers. Over the past 103 years, the club has championed local and regional developments that include completing the road to Tybee Island, improving the Savannah River for commercial traffic, enhancing the Dixie Highway system in southeast Georgia and building bridges over the Savannah and Altamaha Rivers. Most recently in recognition of the 100th anniversary, the club raised funds and constructed an all-accessible playground in Forsyth Park. Meetings are held each Monday from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the DeSoto Hotel, 15 E. Liberty Street. For more information, visit www.savrotary.org

FOR MORE INFO CONTACT:
Frank Moore, Jr.
frankm.jr@prodigy.net
912-604-5319

Jan 08
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(SAVANNAH, GA) COMMUNiTY HEADLiNES, January 7, 2019

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Savannah’s 

COMMUNiTY HEADLiNES

The Local Newswire

ROTO-ROOTER PLUMBERS OF SAVANNAH CELEBRATES 45 YEARS
(SAVANNAH, GA) Roto-Rooter Plumbers of Savannah, a locally owned full-service industrial, commercial and residential plumbing company, is pleased to announce its 45th anniversary of serving customers in Savannah and surrounding areas. For more information, please visit https://www.savannahbusinessjournal.com/news-categories/68-state-regional-news/8850-jan-3-roto-rooter-plumbers-of-savannah-celebrates-45th-anniversary.html

Sherry Daniel, Roto Rooter Plumbers of Savannah

LEADERSHIP SOUTHEAST GEORGIA ANNOUNCES 2019 BOARD

(SAVANNAH, GA) Leadership Southeast Georgia has announced the election of its 2019 board of directors that will include Lee Beckmann, of the Georgia Ports Authority, as its chair and Brynn Grant, of the Savannah Economic Development Authority, as vice chair. For more information, please visit https://www.bryancountynews.com/news/leadership-southeast-georgia-announces-2019-board/ leadership southeast georgia, Savannah Public Relations, Carriage Trade Public Relations, Cecilia Russo Marketing

PR WORKSHOP IN ATLANTA

(ATLANTA, GA) Marjorie Young will speak to the Georgia Association of Business Brokers on public relations strategies on January 22, 2019. The event is free and open to the public and will be held at the Georgia Association of Realtors building at 6065 Barfield Road in Sandy Springs at 10:30 a.m. Register here: https://gabb.org/creating-positive-word-of-mouth-for-your-business/  Marjorie Young, CEO and Founder of Carriage Trade Public Relations

PARK PLACE OUTREACH CELEBRATES 35 YEARS

(SAVANNAH, GA) Park Place Outreach Youth Emergency Shelter is celebrating 35 years of serving runaway, homeless and at-risk teens in the Savannah area. PPO is inviting the public to join them on February 1 at the Plantation Club for their annual gala to celebrate the youth they serve and to learn more about the launch of their new Transitional Living Program. Tickets are $150 per person or $1400 for a table of 10. Tickets can be purchased at www.parkplaceyes.org/events  park place outreach, savannah youth shelter, Savannah Public Relations, Carriage Trade Public Relations, Cecilia Russo Marketing

SPEAKERS SOUGHT FOR 2019 ENCOURAGE HEALTH SERIES 

(SAVANNAH, GA) Healthy Savannah and Enmarket are accepting speaker nominations for the 2019 Enmarket Encourage Health Educational Series, the sixth year for the program that features sessions on nutrition, fitness and tips for living a healthy life. Program topics have covered a wide range of subject matter discussed by respected experts in the health field. Popular themes have included the correlation between heart health and a healthy lifestyle, blue zones, the benefits of a plant-based diet and other similar issues. Anyone who has an idea for a health-oriented educational speech should submit the concept to Paula Kreissler at paula@healthysavannah.org. The deadline is Tuesday, January 15. For more information, please visit http://www.wtoc.com/video/2018/12/28/enmarket-encourage-health-education-series/ 

22ND ANNUAL SOUTHERN COAST HEART BALL SET FOR FEB. 2 

(HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C.) The American Heart Association (AHA) will host the 22nd Annual Southern Coast Heart Ball on Saturday, Feb. 2, at 6 p.m. at the Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. The annual black-tie gala, chaired by Catherine Donaldson of Celia Dunn Sotheby’s International Realty, will celebrate life-saving advances made in the Lowcountry over the last 22 years. Donaldson is chairing in honor of her husband, who served in the U.S. Army Reserves and died of a heart attack in 2016. To reserve your seats or for more information about the 22nd Anniversary Southern Coast Heart Ball, visit www.SouthernCoastHeartball.org.

100 MOST INFLUENTIAL GEORGIANS

(GEORGIA TREND) Who are the 100 most influential Georgians? Find out here: https://editions.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?i=552370&p=18#%7B%22page%22:26,%22issue_id%22:552370%7D 

LOCAL YMCA SELECTED FOR LUCKY’S MARKET IMPACT DAY 

(SAVANNAH, GA) Lucky’s Market has named the YMCA of Coastal Georgia the recipient of their first Impact Day of 2019. Through the generosity of Lucky’s Market, the YMCA will receive 10 percent of the Savannah store sales from January 8, 2019. These funds will help the YMCA of Coastal Georgia  create and utilize educational materials to support their monthly produce distribution event, Fresh Express, at Curtis V. Cooper Primary Health. For more information, please visit https://www.luckysmarket.com/blog/.

DEWITT TILTON GROUP DELIVERS HOLIDAY MEALS

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Dewitt Tilton Group prepared and delivered holiday meals to the first responders and staff at the Thunderbolt fire and police departments. The meals included turkey, stuffing and sides with all of the fixings of a home-cooked meal. Altogether, over 30 first responders and staff members received a meal. For more information, please visit https://www.savannahbusinessjournal.com/news-categories/people-in-the-news/8854-jan-2-the-dewitt-tilton-group-delivers-holiday-meals-to-thunderbolt-fire-and-police-stations.html

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Andrew DeWitt and Chris Tilton, owners of The Dewitt Tilton Group, with Sean Clayton, Thunderbolt Chief of Police.

LOCAL ROTARY CALLS FOR VOLUNTEERS

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Rotary Club of Savannah is searching for volunteers to serve as community readers for the second annual Savannah Rotary Read-In on Wednesday, March 13, from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Last year’s inaugural event drew 526 volunteer readers who read to students in 566 classrooms. This year, Savannah-Chatham public schools plans to add pre-kindergarten to the list, which means Rotarians and volunteers will read to students in 600 pre-k through third-grade classrooms in 32 schools. To register to read at the Savannah Rotary Read-In, please sign up here by March 7: https://savannahrotaryreadin.com/

FILM IN SAVANNAH 

(SAVANNAH, GA) Check out what’s coming for Savannah in the film industry! Charles Bowen, founder of the Savannah Film Alliance, gives us a peek: http://www.wtoc.com/video/2019/01/04/savannah-film-alliance/ Charles Bowen

STOP PROCRASTINATING IN 2019

LDSS RECEIVES $550 GRANT

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society (LDSS) received a $550 grant from The Savannah Community Foundation made possible by The Emerging Leaders Committee Fund to be used for capital expenditures. For more information on LDSS, please visit https://ldssga.org/LDSS

NLAWS PARTNERS WITH ST. JOSEPH’S / CANDLER

(SAVANNAH, GA) NLaws Produce at Home recently launched a partnership with St. Joseph’s/Candler to deliver fresh groceries to health system co-workers in a convenient manner. Learn more about the new program here: http://www.wtoc.com/video/2018/12/26/nlaws/

SPEROS’ WEEKLY SECURITY TIPS

(SAVANNAH, GA) Voice Phishing, also known as Vishing, may not be the latest scam in a cybercriminal’s toolbelt, but its effectiveness keeps it as a top concern for many of us. Learn more here: https://www.pii-protect.com/MicroTrainings/micro_training_view/123?brand_key=uyjmd&ID=53755 

TED TALK TIPS – FREE EVENT

(SAVANNAH, GA) Hostess City Toastmasters is hosting this free event on January 15, 2019. The event will be held at The Creative Coast Labs at 2222 Bull St. For more information, please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ted-talk-tips-tickets-53768211167?aff=eivtefrnd

ENMARKET TO REBUILD DOWNTOWN MLK STORE

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Enmarket kiosk on MLK Jr. Boulevard near i16 will look more like its prestigious surroundings in the historic district come spring of 2019. Savannah-based Enmarket announced they will rebuild and expand the kiosk with features that will integrate its appearance into the downtown location. Unlike other stores, this location will have an outdoor dining patio, a green space, and a bike service area. A local artist will be contracted to design and paint a community-themed mural on one of the exterior walls. For more information visit https://carriagetradepr.com/enmarket-to-rebuild-downtown-mlk-store-in-savannah/ 

NEW VETERINARY APP, HEEL!

(SAVANNAH, GA) Dr. Jason King, CEO of Live Oak Veterinary Neurology, has launched the new “Heel!” veterinary network app to promote quality pet care and medication compliance. The free app will send medication reminders to pet owners and helps them communicate with veterinary professionals on prescription refills, therapy details and other pet health issues. For more information, visit http://www.wtoc.com/video/2018/12/31/live-oak-veterinary-heel-app/ Dr. Jason King

BUSH’S GREATEST LEGACY

(SAVANNAH, GA) George H. W. Bush left behind many great legacies, one of the best being the Americans with Disabilities Act. Check out this wonderful letter to the editor written by Kayla Johnson, Executive Director of the Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society (LDSS) and learn more about the importance of this act. https://www.savannahnow.com/business/20181214/kayla-johnson-bushs-greatest-legacy-americans-with-disabilities-act 

Kayla Johnson, Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society

REACH CUSTOMERS ONLINE WITH GOOGLE

(SAVANNAH, GA) The UGA Small Business Development Center in Savannah and the UGA SBDC at Georgia Southern University, along with the Richmond Hill-Bryan County Chamber of Commerce will present a workshop on January 23rd from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Find out what Google knows about your business and get your Google Business Page instantly verified during the session. For more information, visit

BETHESDA ACADEMY PRESIDENT RECEIVES GEORGIA GOAL AWARD

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program recently presented Michael Hughes, president of Bethesda Academy in Savannah, with the GOAL Advocacy Award. The award acknowledges individuals who have displayed passion and perseverance when appealing to legislators to preserve, protect and expand the program’s scholarship opportunities. For more information, please visit http://www.wtoc.com/video/2019/01/04/bethesda-academy-president-michael-hughes-talks-about-his-goal-advocacy-award/ Bethesda Academy President Michael Hughes Holds GOAL Award

DINNER CABARET FOR A GOOD CAUSE

(SAVANNAH, GA) Wesley member Craig Hanson had a life-saving liver transplant on October 15. For 18 years Craig has taught 5th grade science at Isle of Hope Elementary where he has been teacher-of-the-year 3 times. For 11 years, he has sung with the Wesley Choir. Grab your flapper dresses and fedoras and join the Wesley Choir for a Roaring 20s Dinner Cabaret benefiting Craig. Dine on a three-course meal with wine, and feast your ears upon music from choir members including songs by Ella Fitzgerald and Nina Simone, as well as, music from Carmen, Cabaret, and more! Visit the Facebook page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1956363437787045/

DEADLINE EXTENDED: ROTARY FELLOWSHIP EXCHANGE

(DISTRICT 6920) Rotary District 6920 is looking for applicants to apply to its 2019 Fellowship Exchange Program in the Caribbean. The program dates will be March 9-29. The cost of the program, homestay, meals and scheduled travel expenses will be covered by the Rotary, but participants should include the costs of any personal souvenirs and outside expenditures in their own budget. For more information, please visit http://www.rotarydistrict6920.org/carribean/

MEET ANN

(SAVANNAH, GA) Coastal Pet Rescue introduces Ann! Ann is a three-year old female terrier mix. She is a perfect size with just the right amount of energy! Ann is very thankful to have been given a freedom ride to rescue but is hoping to find a home of her own for the holidays. For more information on Ann or any of Coastal Pet Rescue’s other cats and dogs for adoption, please visit http://coastalpetrescue.org/adopt/view/2018-d-533-ann/
Jan 07
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The Greatest Legacy of President George H.W. Bush

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The Greatest Legacy of President George H.W. Bush
By Kayla Johnson

Over the past several days, Americans have paused to remember our 41st U.S. president, George H.W. Bush.

Kayla Johnson, Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society

Following his death on November 30, the news was filled with reminders of his dedication as a public servant. As vice president and president, he helped guide our country out of the cold war. During World War II, he was an aviator in the Pacific theater and survived being shot down by Japanese gunners.

Plus, all of us have seen the many photos portraying his humanity as a devoted husband, father and grandfather to a large and loving family.

While I honor and remember him for all of these things, it was the union of the two great loves of his life – service to his country and love of family – that became his greatest legacy. That occurred when he signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law on July 26, 1990. He had supported the monumental legislation as it made its way through Congress and is credited with ensuring its eventual passage.

Modeled after the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the ADA is one of America’s most comprehensive pieces of civil rights legislation designed to prohibit discrimination and guarantee that people with disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else to participate in the mainstream of American life. It opened doors to employment opportunities, requires covered employers to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities and imposes accessibility requirements on public accommodations.

This legislation changed everything, not just for those with disabilities, but for all of us.

When President Bush signed the ADA into law on that third week after Independence Day nearly 30 years ago, he did so with a great sense of enthusiasm and ceremony. While I’m sure he was confident it would be an “equal opportunity” law for people with disabilities, I also believe his passion was genuine as he shared these words at the bill’s signing:

“I now lift my pen to sign this Americans with Disabilities Act and say: Let the shameful wall of exclusion finally come tumbling down.”

President Bush went on to champion, and then sign the IDEA Act in October 1990, which provides children with disabilities the same opportunities for education as those students who do not have a disability. His actions directly influenced the passage of the ABLE Act in 2014, which created tax-advantaged savings accounts for individuals with disabilities; and H.R. 188, also known as the TIME Act, which was introduced in 2015. This legislation proposes phasing out a section of the Fair Labor Standards Act which allows “sub-minimum wage” compensation for work by people with different abilities.

While our work is ongoing, the lawful beginnings are notably attributed to President George H. W. Bush and for him, we are thankful.

Certainly, the ADA declared new opportunities for the differently-abled to be independent, but could we have imagined how it would benefit everyone? From that day forward, the word “inclusion” would become part of our vocabulary, our building codes, our hiring practices and our general thoughts.

The often unspoken rift that had long kept those with disabilities from sharing spaces, workplaces and experiences that everyone else takes for granted was dissolving. It would not be an immediate transition or an easy one for some, but little by little the ADA changed our culture and our mindsets. People who had been considered invisible or hindered by convention and physical obstacles were now recognized as the productive, enthusiastic, capable individuals that they are and were finally given the full rights of citizenship afforded to every other American.

As executive director of the Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society, I see the fruits of the ADA each day in the eyes and on the faces of those whose lives have been changed for the better because of President George H.W. Bush’s act love.

With the deepest appreciation now and always,

Kayla Johnson
Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society
912-436-3626
kjohnson@ldssga.org
10701 Abercorn St., #60786
Savannah, GA 31420