Thrive Y'all
Released on a weekly basis, Thrive Y’all is hosted by Rocket IT Marketing Coordinator, Jessica Clayton. Throughout the series, Jessica showcases organizations in Gwinnett and North Fulton counties that have continued to make positive impacts that ensure our community thrives. In turn, she provides a...
Recent Episodes
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Feb. 11, 2022
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 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 developme
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Jan. 28, 2022
Thrive Y’all | Bryan Mulligan | Tech in Transportation | Ep 58
https://youtu.be/XfNeptCcotg With more vehicles on the road than ever before, technology has become a key component of motorists’ safety. In this episode of Thrive Y’all, President of Applied Information, 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 H
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Jan. 17, 2022
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 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
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Jan. 3, 2022
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 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 i
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Dec. 20, 2021
Thrive Y’all | Randy Redner | Creating Family Foundations | Ep 55
https://youtu.be/55UEU8avLoM Since 1985, the Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia 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 H
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Dec. 2, 2021
Thrive Y’all | Karen Cashion | Tech Incubator | Ep 54
https://youtu.be/MchBbItnIps There’s no denying that Metro Atlanta is a hub for innovation and the city of Alpharetta is no different. With startup incubator organizations like Tech Alpharetta leading the charge, CEO Karen Cashion and her team have promoted the growth of over 700 local tech companies and counting. In this episode, you’ll hear more about: How Tech Alpharetta works to grow technology and innovation in the city of Alpharetta Workshops and mentorship opportunities offered at Tech