Blairsville Connect Podcast

In this episode you will hear from Robin Story, former Chamber employee about her new venture North Georgia Trading Company, a wholesale distribution company. Their company services all types of stores. They have a retail shop that is now located at the Blairsville Pickers Barn and Consignment Mall on 129. Go and see all of their products!

In this episode you will meet Micheal from The Snack Wagon that is located inside B & T Trading Post. Michael is new to the area and wants to bring his baked goods, breakfast and lunch menu of local goods to Union County! The Snack Wagon is focusing on having dietary needs menus for the community. Go and taste some of their delicious snacks today!

In this episode you will meet Yvette, the new Office Administrator here at the Blairsville-Union County Chamber of Commerce. She is new to the area and taking her position head on! Learn more about Yvette.

In this episode you learn more about your Downtown Development Authority Program Manager. Darren Harper. He will discuss the fun fall events that will be taking place downtown Blairsville including Hometown Halloween on the Square and Scarecrow-Ville. Listen in to get the scoop on these events, and mark your calendar today!

In this episode you will meet Brad Hutson who is a representative for the Northeast Georgia Friends of NRA. This great non profit organization helps educate our youth about fire gun safety. They will be having a benefit on Saturday Sept 27 and all proceeds will go towards grants given by the Friends of NRA.

In this episode you will learn more from Renai Brock, the Events Director of the Union County Community Center. She will tell you about how you can have your event and how they will plan it! Union County Community Center can offer community members meeting rooms, wedding venue and different catering events. She will work with each individual to give them an unique experience. Great place to have your next event!

In this episode Kim Madren introduces you to NYR Organic. NYR Organic, Neal’s Yard Remedies, started life in a small depot in central London, driven by the passionate belief that health and beauty should be more natural and less synthetic. All products are harvested or grown themselves or have a working relationship with tribes, no third parties are used. There are so many different lines of make-up, skincare and men's products too!

In this episode Kim Siekman discusses about her 18 years of experience with all types of signs. She can do interior and exterior lettering, banners and so much more!

In this episode, Moriah Doucette will share with our listeners all the ways that families, couples, friends, and individuals can enjoy one of Union County's greatest tourism assets, Lake Nottely. From pontoon boats to kayaks and fuel to snacks, Nottely Marina can ensure you have a great lake experience!

In this episode Matt Meeks discusses m6media, a website development company, social media developer and local search marketing. He works with small businesses to get your company's website up to date to assist you in reaching a new target audience.

In this episode you will meet Lucretia Collins a realtor with RE/MAX Town & Country. Lucretia is a native of Blairsville and knows what the area has to offer. She is a very dedicated realtor and is available 24/7 to help you find your retirement home or assist you in selling your home.

In this interview with Richard MacCrae you will learn about the array of services that Your Inspection Expert offers. Richard is licensed in North Carolina and attends continuing education courses annually. Richard performs Radon Testing, Water Testing, Roof Inspections and many more to ensure you are getting a quality home!

In this interview with Jeff Davis you will learn about the array of products and services that State Farm Insurance offers as well as the personal attention that is devoted to each of its customers. Jeff is new to the area and excited to grow his family and his business with his wife Kellie. He has been in insurance since he graduated from college. Jeff gives an insight to the history of State Farm Insurance and how his company can address your family's needs.

In this interview with Kevin Fuller you will learn about the array of products and services that Coosa Creek Marketing Products offers as well as the personal attention that is devoted to each of its customers. Coosa Creek Marketing Products has been a mainstay for some time now in the Blairsville/Union county area and from all accounts will continue to grow its presence and thrive helping both local and national clients with their marketing-related needs.

Thank you in advance for listening to Blairsville Connect. In this interview you will get a more in depth look from Roberta Ford just what makes Mary Kay Cosmetics such an amazing company to be associated with and learn of her own involvement. In addition, find out more about a charity Roberta is involved in and how you can be a part. All this and more in this week's interview.

Blairsville Connect is pleased to have with us this week, Eric Payne, Store Leader for A Wireless, Verizon Premium Retailer. In this interview you learn a little of Eric and his family's story about what brought them to this area. In addition, Eric offers us some things to think about when purchasing your next phone and gives us a glimpse as to what's likely to come in the way of mobile technology.

Join us for this week's brand new episode as we get to know one half of the owners of Mountain Crossings, Georganna Morton - the other half being her fiance', Logan. In this interview you will learn about the journey they've been on and that has brought them to this place in their lives and also the role they play in helping individuals navigate their way on the Appalachian Trail. This and a lot more in this week's interview. Join us!

Blairsville Connect welcomes another great guest this week in TJ Parr of Esquire Insurance. In this interview you will hear a little of TJ's story and how he made his way to the Blairsville/Union County, Georgia area as well as learn what career path he might have chosen if he wasn't in the insurance industry in addition to other interests and hobbies you might find him engaging in when not busy assisting his clients with their insurance needs.

In this episode of Blairsville Connect we are getting to know, Sherry Rohrbaugh and Odom Springs Vineyards, another up and coming vineyard in the north Georgia area and one that is right in our own backyard of Blairsville, GA. In this interview you will learn a little of the family history tied into their business, a few of the wines they are producing as well as hear from Sherry, herself, what she and her family find so appealing about this area.

This week on Blairsville Connect, Erin Huffman, Membership Coordinator with the Blairsville/Union County Chamber of Commerce joins us. Erin is the newest member of the Chamber's staff so this will be a treat for you to get to know her. In this interview you will learn a little about Erin's background and what led she and her husband here to the area as well as the variety of roles she is in charge of and what's in store for the future.