January 2016

G R E A T E R R O M E C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E

Premier Imaging Medical Systems Recieves Global ISO 9001 Certification

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Cathy Kerce Named GREIA ChairmanMohawk Welcomes Jon Mize

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G R E A T E R R O M E C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C EMomentum

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Premier Imaging Medical Systems Receives ISO 9001 Certification: Premier Imag-ing Medical Systems President and CEO Mr. Robin West stands with an uncovered Computed Tomography (CT) Scanner Ma-chine that is in the process of being refurbished. To learn more about Mr. West and Pre-mier Imaging Medical Systems, visit page 8.

In this Issue...Letter from the Chairman ..................................................................4Community Events ..............................................................................4

Chamber News:

Mohawk Welcomes Plant Manager Jon Mize ......................5-6Premier Imaging Medical System Gets ISO 9001 ..................8-9GREIA Annual Meeting Celebrates Industry ...........................10Pre-Legislative Breakfast ...............................................................................12Coosa High School Ribbon Cutting ........................................................12Anna K. Davie Elementary School’s Outdoor Classroom ....12Innovative Entrepreneur Competition ...........................................13

Membership Report:New Members and Renewals ......................................................13Advertiser’s Index .............................................................................13 Visitor’s Guide ....................................................................................14

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105th Annual Meeting Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce’s

Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s Aviation Training Center Hangar

127 Capitoline Drive NE, Rome, GA

January 28th at 6:00 p.m.

Register now on romega.com

Jan. 1-3“Always, Patsy Cline” - Rome Little Theatre Black Box BenefitLocation: The Historic Desoto Theatre530 Broad Street, Rome, GA, 30161Time: Friday and Saturday: Dinner at 7:00 p.m. & show at 8:00 p.m; Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m.Back by popular demand, “Always, Patsy Cline” returns to kick off 2016 with a twang. Benefits from the performance go toward updating and maintaining Rome Little Theatre’s production technology, light and sound design. VIP tickets (which include dinner and open bar) are available for Friday and Saturday’s evening performances for $67. General admission for shows is $32.706-295-7171

Jan. 19- Feb. 5Shorter University’s Student Art ExhibitionLocation: Arnold Art Gallery at Shorter University 315 Shorter Ave., Rome, GA, 30165 Time: 7:30 p.m.Enjoy the wonderful works of art that the Shorter art students have produced in 2015.706-291-2121

Feb. 6R.O.M.E and Rome Symphony Orchestra presents “Birth of Cool”Location: Berry College Ford Auditorium2277 Martha Berry Blvd, Mt. Berry, GA, 30149Time: 8:00 p.m.R.O.M.E. and the RSO present nine of Rome’s best jazz musicians in a re-creation of Miles Davis’ landmark “Birth of Cool” recording. Everyone will enjoy this premier performance by the No No Nonet. Admission is $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and $10 for students. 706-291-7967

Feb. 26-27Shorter University’s Spring Musical/Opera: Show BoatLocation: The City Auditorium601 Broad Street, Rome, GA, 30161Time: Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.Come enjoy this Rodgers and Hammerstein classic in the heart of downtown, as Shorter theater students present “Show Boat” for their spring muscial. General Admission is $15, $10 for students or seniors.706-233-7288

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LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMANGreetings!

It is with great privilege that I am writing to you as the 2016 Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce. I am truly honored to be involved in this great community organization dedicated to its mission: To promote prosperity and growth in Rome and Floyd County for and through its business memberships.

As a small business owner of Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q, I found it crucial to become involved with the Chamber and its programs when I first moved to Rome years ago. It is extremely important to me that my business be part of a network of professionals that works to bring in

new industries to the area. By bringing in new business, we are only making sure that our community grows so that our own businesses, both large and small, flourish.

To celebrate the Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce’s mission, Momentum Magazine focuses each month on community achievements in education, business, entrepreneurship, new members and Chamber happenings. We are extremely proud of the continuous improvements our members are making in this community.

This month, Momentum Magazine features a newcomer spotlight on Jon Mize, the new Plant Manager at the Mohawk Industries plant on Lavender Drive. Under Mr. Mize’s direction and with the help of the Floyd County School System and the College and Career Academy, Mohawk Industries has worked to incorporate internships at the plant to further education efforts for a strong workforce.

Additionally, this month, Momentum Magazine also congratulates Premier Imaging Medical Systems on receiving their recent ISO 9001 certification. As one of the largest medical equipment resellers in the nation, this certification will allow them to continue their story of success here in Rome and Floyd County. Congratulations to Mr. West and his crew!

As the new Chairman of the Board of Directors for 2016, I would like to extend an invitation for you to visit the Chamber of Commerce located at 1 Riverside Parkway and meet the Chamber staff. At the Chamber, you will find an incredible group who are committed to the future of Rome and Floyd County.

Sincerely,

Curtis Gardner (LR XXVII) Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q2016 Chairman of the Board, Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce

Check the community calendar at www.romega.com for event details.

Panthers Football Fanatic. Tennis Player. Horse Lover. Devoted Husband and Father of Two. Along

with all these things above, Jon Mize can now add “Plant Manager” to that list. Mohawk Industries welcomed Mr. Mize as the new Plant Manager in June for their manufacturing facility on Lavender Drive in West Rome. With his recent promotion within the company, the Union, South Carolina native talks about making Rome his family’s new home, and shares how changing his mind in college led to the great job at “one of the greatest companies he’s worked for.”

How does a Biology Major end up in Manufacturing?

Manufacturing wasn’t Mr. Mize’s original choice when he started classes at Erskine College, a private Christian college in Due West, South Carolina. In fact, Mr. Mize said he originally planned to be a medical doctor and was following a Pre-Med track at the college.

“Sometimes you just start one path and it leads you on another,” said Mr. Mize. “One day, about two years into my degree, I just decided I didn’t want to be a doctor after all, but I wanted to finish school. I stuck with biology. When I was a

senior in college, I interviewed with the textile manufacturer, Milliken & Company, and I worked as an automotive fabric manufacturer. I guess, as they say, the rest was kind of history.”

Mr. Mize added that he worked for Milliken & Company for three years before working for Carolina Pride Foods. In 2011, Mr. Mize applied for a position at Mohawk Industries and started as a department manager for a plant in Calhoun Falls, South Carolina.

“From there, they transferred me to Bennettsville, South Carolina, where I worked as that plant’s Business Systems Process Manager,” said Mr. Mize. “I stayed there until they asked me to come here to Rome.”

Mr. Mize said that even though his entry into industry is a little unconventional, he does believe his experiences over the years has allowed for a seamless transition into his new role. Additionally, Mr. Mize said he believes that experience alongside an education make for the valuable setup combination for individuals wanting to go into manufacturing. That’s one of the reasons why Mohawk Industries has decided to allow high school interns to work at their company after the passing of Georgia HB 766. Before Georgia HB 766, also known as the Work Based Learning Bill written by State Representative Eddie Lumsden of Rome — teens could not work in

Mohawk Industries Welcomes Jon Mize as Rome’s Plant Manager

Jon Mize has been named new Plant Manager of the Mohawk Industries plant on Lavender Drive.

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“Two days of inspiration, innovation, and motivation for small business,

industry, technologists, entrepreneurs, students and teachers.”

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The Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce Presents:manufacturing under state law. However, with passing of Georgia HB 766 last year, 16 and 17 year olds can now work in industry-related professions as interns.

Taking that into consideration, Mohawk Industries in Rome has recently teamed up with Floyd County Schools and the College and Career Academy to recruit interns for their Rome facility — a move initated by the Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce through joint Greater Rome Exisiting Industries Association and Education and Workforce Business Council meetings. Internship programs, like the one Mohawk Industries hopes implement, are also part of the community’s Rome-Floyd 20/20 III Strategic Plan to “Partner K-12 schools and businesses to design real work and career experience for students.”

“I always tell people that if they have the opportunity to intern, they need to take it,” said Mr. Mize. “That experience is worth more than its weight in gold. When you work for a company, you truly understand what kind of work you are really getting into. You can’t find that in a classroom necessarily. It’s just extremely valuable experience.”

Along with internships, Mohawk Industries has recently extended its nationally-recognized mechtronics apprenticeship program to participants in the Northwest Georgia area and throughout the Southeast.

In November 2015, Mohawk Industries company-wide apprentice-ship agreement was signed into affect. This agreement signifies that the Mohawk program’s standards meet national Department of Labor requirements and can now be implemented anywhere in the United States.

This four-year mechtronics apprenticeship combines mechanical, electrical, telecommunications, control

and computer engineering into one program. The program allows students to either culminate a certification or complete additional coursework to earn an associates degree in mechatronics.

Georgia Northwestern Technical College is a partner in local apprenticeship education.

Moving to RomeFor the past seven months, Mr. Mize

has been responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Rome plant. Mohawk Industries, he explained, produces floor covering products for residential and commercial use. Their products are sold around the globe.

“Mohawk always produces other floor coverings like ceramic tile, laminate, sheet vinyl, luxury vinyl tile and hardwood flooring,” said Mr. Mize. “You can find our products at major retailers like Lowe’s and Home Depot, as well as at more than 25,000 independent retailers.”

Mr. Mize explained that at the Rome plant, their focus is on yarn processing.

“We twist and heatset yarn for carpet production,” Mr. Mize said.

Mr. Mize said he really likes working at the Rome facility. He attributes that to the hospitality and friendly atmosphere at the plant.

“Everyone here has a strong work ethic,” said Mr. Mize. “This has definitely been one of the best plants I’ve worked in and everyone here has made for that experience.”

In addition to working in Rome, Mr. Mize said that he along with his wife and two boys, ages 5 and 2, have moved to Floyd County. His family has purchased a home with acreage in Armuchee.

“I grew up on a ranch property with horses in Union,” said Mr. Mize. “I love to ride, and plan on riding here locally after we move our horses.”

Mr. Mize also has a passion for sports. He is a self-proclaimed Gamecocks and NFL Panthers fan and watches both college and professional football during the season. “I grew up playing football and watching football,” he said with a

laugh. “It’s what we do. But I do think I might be the only Gamecocks fan in Rome.”

Additionally, Mr. Mize has great ardor for the sport of tennis. He said that once he moved to Rome, he joined a tennis league. “I might not look like a tennis player, but don’t let that fool you. I’m really not bad at it,” he laughed. “I can’t wait until they get the new Rome Tennis Center at Berry College open. It’s going to be a really awesome spot for me to play and it’ll be on my side of town.”

Mr. Mize said that while it wasn’t his original plan to move to Rome, he has certainly grown to love his new hometown.

“This is absolutely a great place to raise a family and there is just so much to see and do here,” he added. “For example, not too long ago we took the kids to the arts and crafts festival, Chiaha, and were highly impressed. We also have gone to Wings Over Northwest Georgia and the boys got to see the Thunderbirds. There are just a lot of family-oriented things here in Rome. I love it here.”

What is your favorite movie? Independence DayWhat are you reading right now? The Lost Symbol – Dan Brown

RAPID FIRE Q & A

Who do you look up to? ParentsWhat are your favorite TV shows? Scorpion, The Big Bang Theory, and The FlashWhat are you listening to right now? Zac Brown Band Favorite thing about Rome so far? Friendly Atmosphere

“Two days of inspiration, innovation, and motivation for small business,

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Tickets: $30 Students, $50 Chamber Members, $75 Non-Chamber MembersRegister online:

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Premier Imaging Medical Systems truly understands the importance of their customers’ satisfaction.

That’s because as one of the nation’s largest medical equipment resellers, the Rome-based company knows their clients — physicians and staff at hospitals, doctors’ offices, clinics and medical centers — are more than just customers, they are “heroes” who are saving lives.

President and CEO Robin West explained that it was for those very reasons that his expanding com-pany, which refurbishes electronic medical equipment, decided to go the extra mile to guarantee the qual-ity of their products. The company recently obtained an international-ly-recognized certification to ensure excellence, the ISO 9001 certifica-tion.

“Our company has had steady growth of the past 15 years, and we’ve wanted to lay a solid foun-dation,” said Mr. West. “We’ve in-creased our business to the point where we are now selling around the United States and internationally, so we felt that it was important we set a quality standard for our company as a tool to keep us focused on qual-ity and improving that quality. That’s where the ISO 9001 certification comes in. The ISO 9001 certification will allow us to ensure the quality of our products.”

Premier Imaging Medical Sys-

Premier Imaging Medical Systems Receives ISO 9001 Certification

tems Quality and Compliance Co-ordinator Les Covington said the ISO 9001 is based on a number of quality management principles that include a strong customer fo-cus, motivation and implementa-tion of management, processes

for performance and continual im-provement. The ISO 9001 certifi-cation requires companies to have a superior business management model to make certain that cus-tomers get consistent products and services.

“It’s important to understand that the ISO 9001 is not just a quality standard, but also governs our inter-actions with our customer and our customer requirements,” said Mr. Covington. “Our core philosophy is that we here at Premier Imaging want to provide a core product that will assist the men and women we serve who work at the surgery centers, hos-pitals, clinics, imaging centers etc. We want to make their jobs easier, so they can focus on what’s important. These surgeons, radiologists, anes-thesiologists, physicians — they are heroes. We think they’re fantastic, and we want to take care of our cus-tomers, because our customers are providing services to the community that are extremely important.”

Premier Imaging Medical Systems Quality and Compliance Coordinator Les Covington and Engineer Alan VanKauwenberg show off a refurbished mobile C-arm.

Premier Imaging Medical Systems Warehouse Assistant Tommy Harris (right) tapes down pieces on a machine to be refinished while Finishing Technician Jeff Meadows finely sands the paint on a machine in the paint and finishing room.

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Mr. Covington said Premier Imag-ing Medical System started working towards an ISO 9001 certification in March 2015 and were able to meet all of its requirements in record timing. The company was certified through the National Standard Authority of Ireland and received its accreditation on December 1, 2015.

“Because Premier Imaging is an international exporter, we elected to go with an international conglomer-ate,” added Mr. Covington. “Normal-ly it takes a company a year and a half to turn around an ISO certification, so we are very excited to say that we able to accomplish this so quickly.”

Premier Imaging Medical Sys-tems was first formed in 2000 when Mr. West purchased half of an exist-ing company that originally sold X-ray film and chemicals, and serviced X-ray film processors. Under the Premier Imaging Medical Systems name, the company began selling and servicing refurbished X-ray equip-ment in 2002.

“I decided to own my own busi-ness after years of working in the field,” added Mr. West. “I actually started working at an X-ray company when I was a junior in high school,

when I was taking an electronics course half a day at a college and career academy. I’d go in at three o’clock after school and work until eight o’clock at night. I was basically repairing equipment, which is a lot of what we do today. I did that until I was in college when the company went out of business, so I finished college and went to work for Gener-al Electric’s Medical Systems here in Rome and then Hospital Corporation of America.”

By 2003, company growth al-lowed for Premier Imaging Medical Systems to purchase their current 30,000 square-foot facility ware-house at 100 North Avenue. In 2006, the company grew to include a bio-medical division of the business to service all equipment used in medi-cal facilities.

“We started to branch out from X-rays,” said Mr. West, who purchased controlling interest in the company in 2008 and the remaining shares of the company in 2010. “We’re now a one-stop shop for doctor’s offices and retailers on all kinds of medical equipment. We refurbish and ser-vice everything from defibrillators

to MRI machines and CT scanners. Additionally, we also provide asset management for doctor’s offices and clinics around the Southeast.”

Today the company has matured to include 16 employees. Mr. West added that most all of the employees have continued to stay and work at his business because of the family-like culture.

“Turnover here is a fourth of one percent,” added Mr. Covington. “I always like to give the analogy that everyone wants to work for a Mark Cuban, or someone who really cares about their organization, and that’s definitely Mr. West.”

Along with the work culture, Mr. West believes that his company’s success rests on strong work ethics and determination of his team.

“I definitely think our success can be attributed to integrity,” said Mr. West. “If we tell someone we’re going to do something, we’ll die try-ing. Everyone around here has that mindset to not only meet the goals, but exceed them with quality and precision. I think that while you can say that is important in anybody’s business, it’s especially true here.”

Congratulations Mr. Robin West and

the Premier Imaging Medical Systems team!

President and CEO Robin West proudly holds a copy of Premier Imaging Medical Systems’ ISO 9001 certificate.

Premier Imaging Medical Systems Bio-Medical Engineers Marcos Miranda (left) and Dan Baker electronically test a piece of equipment to be refurbished.

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The Chamber’s Greater Rome Existing Industries Association hosted its annual meeting on December 8th at Coosa Country Club, celebrating the more than 100 existing industries in Rome and Floyd County and highlighting their involvement in the Chamber and the community.

“Existing industries in Rome and Floyd County play crucial roles in the prosperity of Rome and Floyd County,” said 2016 Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce Chairman Curtis Gardner (LR XXVII), Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q. “It’s extremely important that we recognize their roles in our community and thank them for their continuous support. With our manufacturers’ current jobs and investments, our small businesses also benefit.”

Approximately 50 individuals from different manufacturing companies in Rome and Floyd County attended this year’s annual GREIA meeting. During the meeting, attendees heard from the President and CEO of the Kansas Global Trade Services and Chairman of the Industry Trade Advisory Committee on Small and Minority Business Karyn Page. Ms. Page highlighted the most promising markets to export, as well as the education and awareness of foreign trade agreements.

Additionally, outgoing 2015 GREIA Chairman Eric Collins, Georgia Power – Plant Hammond, thanked the 2015 GREIA board for their service. Mr. Collins explained that throughout the year, the Chamber’s GREIA board looks at different ways to help support local industries by focusing on manufacturers’ needs.

GREIA focuses monthly meetings on topics pertinent to manufacturing such as supply, safety, logistics, and workforce. Any manufacturer who is a member of the Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce is automatically a member of GREIA.

Mr. Collins recognized Cathy Kerce (LR XV), JEM MFG, LLC, as the 2016 GREIA Chairman.

“I am very honored to be chosen to serve as the Chair of the Greater Rome Existing Industries Association,” said Ms. Kerce. “GREIA is committed in ensuring that Rome and Floyd County’s economic future is one that can be competitive in a global economy, and I look forward to continuing that goal.”

Manufacturers in the Rome and Floyd County community represented by GREIA provide hundreds of primary jobs so residents can have quality occupations to support themselves and their families. This substantial manufacturing presence in Rome and Floyd County offsets property and school taxes, meaning more money can be kept in the pockets of residents to be spent in the local economy through goods and services.

“It’s a ripple effect,” added Mr. Gardner. “Employees of our manufacturers stimulate the local economy by living and playing in Rome and Floyd County, and that goes unnoticed. Oftentimes, it is these employees and their families who shop in our local stores and small businesses, eat at our local restaurants and use our local services. Having manufacturing in our community truly boosts each sector of the business community. Without it, economic growth would be minimal.”

Special recognition was also given to Gary Downey, retiring Plant Manager of Bekaert Corporation. Mr. Downey’s leadership in rebuilding the Rome facility while leading a $45 million expansion will retain hundreds of primary jobs in our community.

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1807 PARRISH DRIVE32,000 sq. ft. warehouse with office space and sprinklers. For lease $6,000/

month. Jimmy Kelley, 706-346-7031

832 TURNER MCCALL BLVD2,000 sq. ft. retail space next to ALDI. Centrally located in Rome.

Jimmy Kelley, 706-346-7031

701 BROAD STREET3,648 sq. ft. office space on 2nd floor, w/ utilities & janitorial. For lease, $3,344/

month. Jimmy Byars, 706-506-9051

CENTRAL PLAZAFour spaces.

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700 E. SECOND AVENUEThree office suites. Available for lease.

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1611 MARTHA BERRY BLVDClass A free standing, 4,800 sq. ft. office

building. For lease, $4,000/ month. Jimmy Byars, 706-506-9051

1605 MARTHA BERRY BLVD3,000 sq. ft. office space w/ utilities.

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3868 MARTHA BERRY HWYArmuchee Piggly Wiggly shopping center. Retail spaces available, ranging from 1,350 to 2,500 sq. ft. Carol Hatch, 706-346-1646

2901 SHORTER AVENUE5,037 sq. ft. restaurant w/ full kitchen

kitchen & seating for 180. On 2.5 acres. $275,000. Steve Graves, 770-547-2401

96 THREE RIVERS DRIVE10K sq. ft. building on 2.5 acres. Two 12’x 12’ rollup doors w/ parking for 20. $650,000. Kimberly Prusakowski, 770-712-4250

908 WEST AVENUECedartown. 60,000 sq. ft. warehouse w/ office area, loading dock & cooler/freezer on 4.64 acres. $1,100,000. Nick Rogers, 706-252-0303

4967 MARTHA BERRY HWY. Great restaurant or office space, completely renovated w/2 bedroom apartment. $160,000. Steve Graves, 770-547-2401

1600 SHORTER AVENUE34,000 sq. ft. building, 395 ft. on road25,578 sq. ft. retail space, zoned CC. $795,000. Jimmy Byars, 706-506-9051

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Pre-Legislative Breakfast

A. State Representative Christian Coomer (from left), State Representative Katie Dempsey (LR IV), and Ashley Koby, Georgia Power, lis-ten as State Senator Chuck Hufstetler speaks to the crowd of nearly 100 people gathered at the Chamber’s Pre-Legislative Breakfast. B. Former Chamber Chairman Angie Lewis (LR XIII), Citizens First Bank, hugs Rome City Manager Sammy Rich (LR XXI).C. Mark Kozera, of Berry College (from right); Chip Hood (LR XXVI), Floyd County Schools and ForEvergreen Landscaping & Lawn Maintence; Floyd County Commis-sioner Rhonda Wallace (LR XV), Citizens First Bank; and former Chamber Chairman Craig McDaniel (LR IV), Toles, Temple & Wright; listen as delegates speak on the topic priorities for 2016.

COOSA HIGH SCHOOLFloyd County Board of Education member Jay Shell (LR XXIX), Brewhouse Music & Grill (left), and Floyd County BOE Chair-man George Bevels cut the ribbon for the new Coosa High School at 4454 Alabama Hwy. The new school was funded through the 2013 eSPLOST voted by Rome and Floyd County taxpayers.

ANNA K. DAVIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL’S OUTDOOR CLASSROOM

Anna K. Davie Elementary School Principal Parke Wilkinson (left) and Georgia Highlands College Dean of Natural Sciences and Physical Education Greg Ford cut the ribbon for the new outdoor classroom at the Anna K. Davie Elementary School. The classroom is a joint service-learning project by GHC, South Rome Redevel-opment Corporation and Rome City Schools.

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Appraisal Associates of Rome-Harry Brock

BDD Consulting ServicesBlackmon & Weldon Dentistry of RomeBrand RED StudiosEagle Rock North Distributing CompanyFloyd County Schools Board of

EducationFloyd Medical CenterHanson Pipe and Precast Southeast,

Inc.Jandy’s Frozen Yogurt, LLC

McRae, Stegall, Peek, Harman, Smith & Monroe, LLP

Merrill LynchN.L. Smithworks, Inc.Packaging Products Corp., Rome

DivisionPizza Hut - LindaleRenaissance MarquisRiverside GourmetTalley Insurance Services, Inc.Trinity United Methodist ChurchWilliam S. Davies Shelter, Inc.

Renewals

New MembersF.A.D, Inc.

(Floyd Against Drugs)Ms. Annette MorrisRome, GA 30161(706) 236-5816

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Greystone Partners, LPMs. Elaine Bishop

90 E. Second AvenueRome, GA 30161(706) 232-5798

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Inside Front CoverSonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q

2103 Shorter Ave. www.sonnysbbq.com

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page 10River City Bank

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706-236-2123

page 11Hardy Realty &

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page 12 Greene’s Jewelers

328 Broad St.www.greenesjewelers.com

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page 15Southeastern Mills333 Old Lindale Rd.www.semills.com

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Ford, Gittings & Kane Jewelers

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Visitor’s GuideDowntown Rome

Floyd County

Points of Interest1 Greater Rome Chamber of Commerce2 Rome and Floyd County Library3 City Hall4 Clocktower5 Historic DeSoto Theatre6 Old Courthouse7 Myrtle Hill Cemetery8 Heritage Park9 Tennis Complex Barron Stadium10 The Forum11 Rome Area History Museum & Welcome Center12 Harbin Clinic Tony E. Warren

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32 Georgia Highlands College33 Richard B. Russell Regional Airport34 Georgia School for the Deaf35 Downtown Welcome Center

Points of Interest13 Oak Hill & the Martha Berry Museum14 Chieftain’s Museum15 Greater Rome Convention & Visitors Bureau and Rome Visitors Center16 Ridge Ferry Park17 Shorter University18 Mount Berry Mall19 Cave Spring20 Lock & Dam Park21 Coosa Valley Fairgrounds22 Stonebridge Golf Course23 Berry College24 Floyd Medical Center25 Harbin Clinic26 Redmond Regional Medical Center27 Darlington School28 Georgia Northwestern Technical College29 Unity Christian School30 State Mutual Stadium31 Saint Mary’s Catholic School