Members in the News
President and Broker, Charles Upchurch III, Receives Guardian of Ethics Award
June 2021 (Athens, GA). Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty’s very own President and Broker, Charles Upchurch III, was awarded the Robert S. Stubbs II Guardian of Ethics Award by the Rotary Club of Oconee County on June 29th, 2021. The Guardian of Ethics Award, named for Rotary Club of Canton Rotarian Robert S. (Bob) Stubbs II, was established to encourage and promote ideals of ethics in all vocations. This Vocational Service award identifies a Rotarian who exemplifies the attributes and passion for ethics
The Classic Center Cultural Foundation Announces Instrumental and Culinary Scholarship Winners
For more information contact:Hannah Arnold, Hannah@ClassicCenter.com706.357.4423 The Classic Center Cultural Foundation Announces Instrumental and Culinary Scholarship WinnersATHENS, Ga- The Classic Center Cultural Foundation is proud to announce the final recipients of the 2021 Arts Scholarships in the instrumental and culinary categories: Kalani Washington and Hayat Olusanya. The Cultural Foundation would like to thank its generous donors for the ability to grant scholarships such as these to help make
Big City Bread Cafe Celebrates 20 Years of ''Regulars,'' and Invites You to Enjoy Breakfast and Lunch
Big City Bread Cafe Celebrates 20 Years of "Regulars," and Invites You to Enjoy Breakfast and Lunch All Day ATHENS, GA: July 15, 2021For Immediate Release Owners of family-operated Big City Bread Cafe, Matthew and Deenan Scott, have been serving up delicious meals and house-made breads, pastries and cakes in their beloved hometown of Athens, Georgia for over two decades. The Cafe’s dedication to all things local includes sourcing produce, meats and cheeses from North Georgia farms and providing
Synovus Names Jody Patton Division CEO and Promotes John Tebeau
Synovus has appointed Jody Patton as CEO of its Northeast Georgia Division, effective July 1. Patton has served as Synovus’ Augusta market executive since January 2018. “Jody is an exceptional banker, with a wealth of knowledge of industries and economic development opportunities in Northeast Georgia,” said Wayne Akins, Synovus chief community banking officer.Synovus also appointed John Tebeau as market executive for the Athens area. Tebeau joined Synovus in 1997 after graduating from The University of
Vickery Financial Services Rebrands as Elevate Wealth Advisory
Vickery Financial Services today announced that it has rebranded as Elevate Wealth Advisory. The company, which was founded in 1982 by its namesake Chuck Vickery, has grown over the decades, so the team collaborated to choose a name that will better reflect the company’s mission.“We felt it was time to evolve to a new name that embodied our strengths--working as a team to elevate one another, our company, and our clients, so that they continue to be financially equipped to live their best lives,” says
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty Welcomes New Agent Ty Smith
June 2021 (Athens, GA). Ty Smith joins Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty as a licensed REALTOR® in residential properties. Ty Smith has a passion for Real Estate and helping his clients build their future. As an Athens, Georgia local, he utilizes extensive knowledge of Clarke County and surrounding areas to help his clients with the buying and selling process. After graduating from The University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing Education, Smith worked at Frontline Selling for 10 years
Donegal’s Dan DeLamater Named Incoming Head of Field Operations
MARIETTA, PA (July 8, 2021) – Donegal Insurance Group® announced today that Dan DeLamater has been named Senior Vice President of Field Operations and National Accounts, effective January 2022. He’ll succeed longtime Senior Vice President and Head of Field Operations Richard G. Kelley, who will retire in early 2022. DeLamater currently leads Donegal’s national agency relationship efforts and serves as the president of Southern Mutual, a member company of Donegal Insurance Group. “Dan is a natural
The Ice Dawgs are Back: UGA Hockey Returns to Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center
ATHENS, Ga. – The UGA Ice Dawgs are back and ready to wow the crowd like never before. Don’t miss out on the best deal possible with our season tickets. For only $110, you can cheer on the Ice Dawgs at every indoor match. Buy your season pass on Wednesday, July 14 at 12:00 p.m. Stay tuned for single ticket on sale information in August. Prices: $110 Season Ticket Package $5 Student Tickets (must have valid student ID; available for purchase Monday prior to game) $3 Student Group Tickets (must have
Help us Welcome Broadway Back to Athens with a Musical Performance by The Broadway Tenors!
For more information contact:Hannah Arnold, Hannah@ClassicCenter.com706.357.4423 Help us Welcome Broadway Back to Athens with a Musical Performance by The Broadway Tenors! ATHENS, Ga. – The Classic Center Cultural Foundation is pleased to announce that The Broadway Tenors will be performing at The Classic Center Theatre on September 16, 2021. This musical performance will transport you from Broadway’s Golden Age to its newest hits. The Broadway Tenors feature musical theatre’s celebrated leading men,
ACC Hiring Inclusion Fellows
The ACC Inclusion Office is currently hiring Inclusion Fellows! Their core purpose is to create a better Athens Together by closing the gaps, expanding access, and improving outcomes. By actively listening and learning, they aim to meet every person where they are. They take consistent, focused action to cultivate a more inclusive, diverse, and equitable Athens-Clarke County where a person’s identity is no longer a predictor of outcomes. The Inclusion Office is establishing programming geared to ensure
Coldwell Banker Commercial Upchurch Realty Hosts Commercial Real Estate Expert Mike Lipsey
June 2021 (Athens, GA). Coldwell Banker Commercial Upchurch Realty hosted Michael J. Lipsey, President of The Lipsey Company, on Friday, June 18, 2021. The purpose of Lipsey’s visit was to coach our commercial sales team through two guided courses, “Financial Literacy” and “Presentations that Win.” This training opportunity took place in-person at Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty. On Friday morning, Lipsey, who is nationally and internationally recognized as the leader in training and consulting for the
