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Keeping an eye on Gwinnett’s safety

GC&E Systems Group, Inc. Assistant Project Manager Shane Crumbley (left) and Technician Mike Williamson

Special Focus:
Protecting and Investing

Meeting security needs in and around Gwinnett County’s public facilities and commercial enterprise since 1999, GC&E Systems Group, Inc. has recently entered into a new contract with the county. This latest collaboration entails installing and maintaining security cameras in Gwinnett County parks and park facilities – an extension of the Park Smart program started in 2010 – as well as repair and maintenance of existing cameras at county buildings.

Headquartered in Norcross, this firm is a leading provider of specialized enterprise telecommunications operations, maintenance and engineering services for the federal government, and state, local and commercial entities. GC&E engineers serve customers from locations throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico, offering three areas of expertise: security, communications and electrical services for all types of commercial, industrial and military projects.

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Library seeks Gwinnett residents’ input

Help the Gwinnett County Public Library (GCPL) plan for the future by participating in a public survey that continues until May 15, 2012. This survey presents an opportunity for library customers and all Gwinnett residents to share their opinions about library staff, programming, and facilities, as well as information about what library customers are looking for and what services are used most.

The survey is available online at www.gwinnettpl.org and in the branches until the close of day on May 15.

“Considering all of the exciting things happening with information, technology, and library activities – not to mention how busy our buildings are serving as community commons –strategic planning is important now, more than ever,” explains Nancy Stanbery-Kellam, GCPL executive director.

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Gwinnett Center HQ hotel now a distinct possibility

Rendering of the proposed Marriott Sugarloaf that will be the new Gwinnett Center headquarters hotel.

by Lisa Anders

The Gwinnett hospitality scene is one step closer to leveling the playing field when competing for large convention and meetings business.

With its unanimous vote to approve terms for a new 300-room, full-service headquarters hotel adjacent to the Gwinnett Center, the Gwinnett Convention and Visitors Bureau (GCVB) Board of Directors brought closer to reality one of the most promising economic developments projects the county has seen in a number of years.

The Gwinnett Board of Commissioners will need to approve the term sheet for contract negotiations to formally commence.

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G-Braves celebrate baseball and ballerinas

The combination of baseball and ballerinas might sound like an unusual mix, but this combination hit a home run opening day 2012 at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville.

In December 2011, the Gwinnett Braves Foundation gave the Gwinnett Ballet Theatre (GBT) a grant to support its Shiloh Dance Project. The project allows elementary school students to enjoy a full education in dance over 16 weeks during the school year. To celebrate this donation, the Gwinnett Braves invited GBT to its 2012 opening game against the Durham Bulls. During the game, GBT was acknowledged, along with young dancers and their teacher on the field, and presented a check for $1,000.

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Tebow headlines Gwinnett leadership event

NFL quarterback Tim Tebow headlines May 4 leadership event with John C. Maxwell. Photo courtesy of Jockey International, Inc.

All eyes will be on Gwinnett, May 4, 2012, when Lawrenceville comes alive for a world-class leadership event. Aspiring leaders of all ages will gather to hear about leadership on and off the field by acclaimed author and motivational icon John C. Maxwell and his special guest, NFL quarterback Tim Tebow.

Seating is limited for this fund raising event brought to Gwinnett by The John Maxwell Company and facility host 12Stone Church. All proceeds benefit Equip (www.iequip.org), a non-profit organization founded by Maxwell in 1996 that specializes in the development of international Christian leaders. Monies raised will help Equip realize its goal to have John Maxwell training materials in all 210 nations by 2015.

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Calling all volunteers for GCVB hospitality

by Lisa Anders

Ambassadors are often thought of as diplomatic envoys, but their other primary role is to serve as official goodwill representatives.

For Gwinnett’s busy hospitality community, Gwinnett Convention and Visitors Bureau  (GCVB) Tourism Ambassadors are the organization’s local connection to our community. These trained volunteers interact with visitors and convey a high level of hospitality throughout the county, acting as Gwinnett’s goodwill representatives.

If you are a ‘people person’ who would enjoy volunteering in the hospitality community, we would like you to apply to become one of our fun-loving, hard working team. Becoming a Tourism Ambassador is a great way to find out more about what is going on in your own backyard.

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Barefoot in the Park Gala to be an artist feast

Barefoot in the Park Fine Arts Market will launch its eighth annual event with a Gala on May 4, at 7 p.m., in Duluth’s Town Green. The Gala will feature the theme “Carnevale” and include entertainment, a silent auction, and delicious food and wine from many of Gwinnett’s finest restaurants.

To kick off the evening, a special performance by Atlanta’s “Dance Truck” will be performed for party-goers on the Festival Stage accompanied by Duluth’s “Zephyr Instrumental.”

Also a featured part of the evening will be the Gwinnett Public Library’s Pulp Fashion II, a 2012 collection of fabulous fashions. Created from altering books, magazines and newspapers, this fashion event will take place immediately after the Dance Truck performance on the Festival Stage.

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Pursue your interests for work or pleasure

Special Focus:
Executive/Continuing Education

The popularity of some professions fade over time. However, the skilled trade of gunsmithing is alive and well. Ashworth College, a leading online school based in Peachtree Corners, is getting attention from its new online resource for those interested in firearms and the art of gunsmithing.

Ashworth created the Gunsmithing Group, within its online Community, as a resource for professions that require the handing of firearms, for enthusiasts who want to properly care for their gun or rifle, and anyone else interested in industry best practices, career insights and invaluable information related to gunsmithing.

“Federal statistics show that 50 percent of U.S. households have some type of firearm,” says Amy Bernard, director of interactive marketing for Ashworth College. “The Gunsmithing Group members range from enlisted military, veterans and sportsmen to those working in numerous law enforcement and security professions, as well as firearms consumers.”

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Gwinnett Braves announce 2012 daily promos

In anticipation of the first pitch on April 12, the Gwinnett Braves have a daily promotions schedule that will appeal to every baseball fan coming to Coolray Field for the 2012 season.

Here’s the line-up of what you can look forward to enjoying at home games each day of the week, all season long.

Family Sunday: Bring your ball and glove for pre-game catch in the outfield starting when the gates open and lasting for 20 minutes. Plus, all kids, 12 and under, get to run the bases following the game!

Kids Eat Free Monday: All kids, 12 and under, will receive a voucher for a free hot dog, bag of chips and a small soda.

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Economic significance of tourism in Gwinnett

The 2012 SEC Gymnastics Championship is March 24 at The Arena at Gwinnett Center.

The numbers tell the story and the next chapter in Gwinnett’s road to economic recovery may be written by tourism.

The Gwinnett Convention and Visitors Bureau (GCVB) has released a new report, The 2010 Economic Significance of Tourism on the Gwinnett County Economy, that reveals:

  • Tourism in Gwinnett County generated $905.42 million on direct tourist spending
  • Tourism in Gwinnett County represents 4.2 percent of the county’s economy
  • Generated 10,620 jobs
  • Produced $217.64 million in worker income and paychecks
  • Created $26.51 million in local Gwinnett County tax revenues

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