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Wednesday
Aug042010

Rocket IT Hosts FREE Lunch-n-Learn for Cisco Unified Communications

Give your business a big voice and attend Rocket IT’s FREE lunch-n-learn event on August 26. The luncheon will be held at Cisco’s Lawrenceville campus from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Phone systems have changed drastically over the last 5 years, so come discover the value of unified communications for your small business.

Rocket IT, along with long-time partner Cisco, helps companies optimize their business, stay in touch with clients, and increase sales.

Never put your customers or your business on hold. Call Rocket IT at 770-441-2520 to reserve your FREE seat.

Tuesday
Aug032010

Artist and Author Steve Penley to Speak at August General Membership Meeting Presented by Rocket IT

Rocket IT will present celebrated artist and author Steve Penley at the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce General Membership Meeting on August 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Penley is the artists of famous Ronald Reagan Piece and the author of “The Reconstruction of America”. He has painted popular figures and icons including George Washington, Albert Einstein, Winston Churchill and Coco-Cola.

His signature style of bold colors, strong brush strokes and vivid imagery has been showcased in exhibits and galleries in Atlanta, New York and Washington D.C. Penley has published two books entitled “Penley” and “The Reconstruction of America”, which earned him the honor of “Georgia Author of the Year” in 2002. From more information on Steve Penley visit http://stevepenley.com.

Gwinnett Chamber General Membership Meeting Presented by Rocket IT


Steve Penley, Famed Artist and Author

Wednesday, August 19
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
1818 Club

Cost is $45 for Chamber members; $55 for non-Chamber members. Advanced registration is required; walk-ins are not guaranteed a seat. To RSVP or for more information visit, www.gwinnettchamber.org/gmmregistration.

Rocket IT has been the proud presenting sponsor of the Chamber’s General Membership Meeting series since 2008.

Friday
Jul092010

Department of Labor Commissioner Michael L. Thurmond Speaks at General Membership Meeting Presented by Rocket IT

Rocket IT invites you to join Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce members at the General Membership Meeting with speaker Commissioner Michael L. Thurmond of the Department of Labor, on July 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Elected in 1998 as the first African American Labor Commissioner, Thurmond oversees 4,000 employees while serving 90,000 families. Commissioner Thurmond will provide a snapshot of the Georgia job market, businesses and workforce.

The Georgia Department of Labor’s mission is to work with public and private partners in building a world-class workforce system that contributes to Georgia’s economic prosperity.

Gwinnett Chamber General Membership Meeting Presented by Rocket IT


Commissioner Michael L. Thurmond, Georgia Department of Labor

Wednesday, July 21
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
1818 Club

Cost is $45 for Chamber members; $55 for non-Chamber members. Advanced registration is required; walk-ins are not guaranteed a seat. To RSVP or for more information visit, www.gwinnettchamber.org/gmmregistration.

Rocket IT has been the proud presenting sponsor of the Chamber’s General Membership Meeting series since 2008.

Wednesday
Jun022010

Rocket IT Presents Margaret DeFrancisco, President and CEO of Georgia Lottery Corporation

Please join Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce members at the General Membership Meeting as Rocket IT presents Margaret DeFranciso, president and CEO of Georgia Lottery Corporation, on June 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

DeFranciso was selected to serve as president and CEO of the Georgia Lottery Corporation in 2003. During her tenure, she has maintained a strong focus on growing sales of a successful lottery to support the HOPE scholarship and Pre-K programs for Georgia’s students.

Under her leadership, the Georgia Lottery Corporation has reached record sales and profit each succeeding year. In January 2009, she was named one of the 100 Most Influential Georgians.

Gwinnett Chamber General Membership Meeting Presented by Rocket IT

Margaret DeFranciso, president and CEO of Georgia Lottery Corporation
Wednesday, June 16
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
1818 Club

Cost is $45 for Chamber members; $55 for non-Chamber members. Advanced registration is required; walk-ins are not guaranteed a seat. To RSVP or for more information visit, www.gwinnettchamber.org/gmmregistration.

Rocket IT has been the proud presenting sponsor of the Chamber’s General Membership Meeting series since 2008.

Monday
May312010

Matt Hyatt Named Co-Chairman of ArtWorks! Gwinnett

Matt Hyatt, Founder and CEO of Rocket ITMatt Hyatt has been named Co-Chairman of the ArtWorks! Gwinnett board, along with long-time arts supporter Caryn McGarity.

ArtWorks! Gwinnett started as a Partnership Gwinnett initiative to bring much-needed attention and support to the prospering art community in the county. “I am honored to help support this important economic development effort,” said Matt Hyatt, founder and CEO of Rocket IT. “We owe it to our citizens and our artistic community to support arts and culture in Gwinnett County.”

The ArtWorks! Gwinnett board is made up of local business and community leaders who wish to help the art culture grow and thrive in the county.

Gwinnett County is home to many fine arts programs, including the Hudgens Center for the Arts, the Aurora Theatre and the Gwinnett Ballet Theatre.