The Gwinnett Chamber Foundation recently marked a milestone with the graduation of its inaugural certification cohort. The ceremony, held at the Gwinnett Chamber, recognized 11 businesses that completed the program, which ran from May to December 2024.
Graduates were awarded certificates of completion and personalized lapel pins during the event. The program, aimed at empowering minority, veteran, and women-owned businesses, provided participants with resources and certifications to enhance their competitiveness in the marketplace. Graduating businesses included:
- Armor Industrial Services
- BGMart Construction
- Carter Construction Partners, Inc.
- Empire Contracting, LLC
- Lead with Coach Jeimy, LLC
- LPZ Construction, LLC
- Pampa Bay Landscape, LLC
- Simply HR Inc.
- The Edge Agency
- Wandaful Herbs
- Westbridge Solutions, LLC
Keynote remarks were delivered by Dr. Dharius Daniels, Pastor of Change Church, Executive Coach, and Gwinnett Chamber Chairman’s Club member. Sponsors of the 2024 Brown Bag Power Hour series—AT&T, Google, and First Citizens Bank—were acknowledged for their contributions, along with the event’s food sponsors.
“The graduation of our first cohort represents a significant step forward in fulfilling the Gwinnett Chamber Foundation’s mission and we congratulate them on their much-deserved success,” said Deirdra Cox, Executive Director of the Gwinnett Chamber Foundation. “They are now better equipped to navigate the challenges of today’s economy and seize the plethora of opportunities that exist in the supply chain and government contract services space.”
Nick Masino, President & CEO of the Gwinnett Chamber, added, “This program exemplifies the Chamber’s commitment to fostering small business success and growth. We applaud the Cohort’s achievements and look forward to watching them grow in Gwinnett.”
The Gwinnett Chamber Foundation’s mission is to advance businesses through education, connection, and access to opportunities. Its vision is to cultivate a thriving and equitable business community, guided by values of empowerment, collaboration, and innovation. To learn more and inquire about upcoming opportunities, visit GwinnettChamberFoundation.org.