July 2016 Features

  • 5 Mistakes Small Businesses Make Online

    July 21, 2016

    Small business owners are busy. It’s difficult to focus the right amount of attention on all facets of your business when you’ve got both offline and online operations to juggle. It’s no surprise mistakes are made along the way. But, with nine out of 10 U.S. consumers using the Internet to look for local goods and services and research a potential purchase, one mistake you can’t afford to make is neglecting your online presence.

  • University of Georgia Offers Accelerated JD and MBA Program 

    July 20, 2016

    To help meet the growing demand for lawyers with business acumen, the University of Georgia now provides an opportunity for students to graduate with both a law degree (JD) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in only three years.

  • Azalea Health Receives $10.5 Million in Series B Funding From Kayne Partners Fund

    July 18, 2016

    Azalea Health announced Friday that it has closed its $10.5 million Series B round of funding. The round was led by Kayne Partners, the growth private equity group of Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors, L.P., an alternative investment firm managing over $22.5 billion in assets. Existing Azalea investor Intersouth Partners, a venture capital firm in Durham, NC, also participated in the round.

  • Ten Board Vacancies Provide Opportunities for Valdosta Citizens

    July 11, 2016

    Valdosta citizens may participate in accomplishing the business of the city by serving on a variety of boards, commissions, authorities and advisory committees. Currently, the city has 10 vacancies for which they are seeking community-minded citizens to apply.

  • Where Should Americans Not Travel for Business Right Now?

    July 07, 2016

    American small business owners who travel abroad need to stay updated on all the latest news developments about no travel zones for U.S. citizens. Sadly, terrorism, political unrest and disease exists in just about every corner of the globe and, as an American, it’s prudent to be aware of the latest travel guidelines and restrictions. The U.S. State Department regularly issues and updates its travel restrictions for travelers.

  • Guardian Bank First to Unveil New Banking Experience

    July 06, 2016

    Guardian Bank is proud to announce that a new, convenient way to bank is coming to Valdosta. In early August, Guardian Bank will be the first bank in the area to unveil cutting edge technology called Interactive Teller Machines. Guardian will be the third community bank in the state to deploy this technology.