Bank of America provides banking and non-banking financial services to individuals, businesses, institutions and governments. As the ad says, Bank of America is “committed to higher standards.” The bank has supported the Cobb Chamber’s membership drive for many years, and with such a tremendous presence in Cobb, they will no doubt do a fantastic job.

Bank of North Georgia is a full service financial institution offering personal banking, real estate and mortgage lending, commercial lending, SBA loans, business support and technology-based products. The staff at Bank of North Georgia, which has multiple locations in Cobb, is dedicated to helping the community in many ways. Continuous support of the membership campaign is just one example of their strong commitment to Cobb County.

Branch Banking & Trust Co. (BB&T) is a fast growing financial holding company with more than $91 billion in assets. Giving back to the community is part of their management philosophy. BB&T is involved in making the community a better place. BB&T is on board once again with a ready and willing team.

The Chamber Ambassadors are a dedicated group who serve as volunteer Chamber liaisons by contacting new members, attending Chamber functions and facilitating networking among members. This dynamic group gives their time to support Chamber members in getting the most value for their membership.

           Cobb EMC is one of Cobb County’s best known utilities; while its affiliate Cobb Energy, offers products and services such as natural gas, telephone and home and business security. The Chamber counts on Cobb EMC/Cobb Energy each year for their wonderful, enthusiastic team spirit and willingness to step in and get the job done.

Cobb Galleria Centre is a multi-purpose convention center featuring 144,000 square feet of exhibition space, a 25,000-square-foot ballroom, 20 meeting rooms and four boardrooms offering full service food and beverage services. The Cobb Chamber is excited to have the Cobb Galleria Centre participating again and building on last years' great success.

Although Colonial Bank offers the deep resources of a strong regional bank, it maintains the personal touch of a community bank through local boards of directors in all regions and keeps active involvement in the community, such as the Cobb Chamber's membership drive.

Community Bank of the South (CBS) is an enthusiastic team committed to meeting its goals. CBS is a locally owned and operated community bank with multiple full-service locations throughout Cobb County. We thank them for their support!

The Facility Group provides professional program management, planning, architecture, engineering, and construction management services to the public and private business sectors. Headquartered in Smyrna, The Facility Group also has offices across the U.S. and abroad. We appreciate their long time support of the Cobb Chamber.

            First Landmark Bank  just opened for business in Spring 2008. They offer common stock pursuant to the final prospectus. The Cobb Chamber has conducted business in the past with many of their officers. We look forward to working with them during the 2008 Campaign and the years ahead. 
 
          Gas South is committed to providing industry-leading customer services and competitive rates. Although a member of the Cobb Chamber since 2003, this is their first year to participate in Campaign. We wish them the best of luck!

          Georgia Power Company is the largest subsidiary of The Southern Company, one of the nation’s largest generators of electricity.  Georgia Power Company has been a top producing campaign team for more than 15 years. They are a key supporter of the Chamber not only in membership recruitment, but across many disciplines such as economic development and government advocacy.

             Founded in 2001, Georgian Bank is a locally-owned community bank serving metro Atlanta. The bank is owned through its one-bank holding company, Sweetwater Financial Group. Georgian Bank continues to experience significant growth. The staff is experienced both in banking and Chamber Campaign drives and is ready to help out once again.

The Georgian Club’s membership director, Beverly Huff, has been a one-person campaign team for 24 years! She’s earned 18 Lifetime Membership Awards and holds the title of overall Top Producer for three of those years. One of Atlanta’s premier, private fine dining clubs, The Georgian Club provides its members the best of both worlds: a casually elegant environment perfect for business meetings and social entertaining.

            The Leadership Cobb Alumni Association (LCAA) promotes leadership potential of its members through networking and continuing education on relevant issues involving Cobb County. These graduates of the Chamber's Leadership Cobb program understand the value and importance of the Chamber, it's programs and services. Committed to giving back, this second year team has already hit the ground running.

NorthWest Bank & Trust was founded by a group of local Cobb business and community leaders who believe in honesty and integrity and have an unwavering commitment to quality customer service. This new direction in community banking blends up-to-date technology with care and concern. NorthWest Bank & Trust are Campaign pros, having a high rate of success. We thank them for their support!

           With more than 16 years of experience in the Atlanta area dealing with hundreds of major builders and developers, The O'Brien Realty Group - Keller Williams Platinum Partners is led by licensed real estate broker Dan O’Brien. He has participated in the Cobb Chamber’s membership drive for more than 13 years and was a top producer 12 times! The Chamber is privileged to have his enthusiasm and commitment.

Post Properties, Inc. is well known for providing a superior apartment living experience for its residents and for the award-winning landscapes and community atmosphere of its properties. Post has been a strong supporter of the Campaign for many years and we appreciate their high-level of commitment to the Chamber.

            RBC Centura Bank is dedicated to assisting the Chamber in its efforts to recruit new members. RBC Centura Bank is a full service financial institution that supplies and serves personal and commercial customers through more than 280 retail and business banking centers in five southeastern states. Supporting the Campaign for a fourth year, they are pumped and ready to go!

Security Exchange Bank opened for business in 2000, serving primarily the residents of Cobb County. Now their market also includes parts of Douglas, Cherokee, Paulding and north Fulton counties. As a true community bank, Security Exchange Bank is locally owned. The Chamber is very excited to have them on board once again. These seasoned banking professionals are up to the challenge!

SunTrust Bank, Inc., headquartered in Atlanta, is one of the nation’s largest commercial banking organizations. Through various subsidiaries, the company provides credit cards, mortgage banking, insurance, brokerage and capital markets services in addition to its primary banking services. SunTrust Bank has participated in the Chamber’s Campaign for many years and is geared up more than ever to participate in 2007.

United Community Bank, led by President Bob Walsh, offers comprehensive financial services, including business and personal banking, mortgage lending and investment services. The staff at United Community Bank is dedicated to supporting the Cobb Chamber, and it shows in their commitment to their highest campaign goal ever. United Community Bank believes in Cobb and understands how Chamber involvement can help business as well as our community.

           Vinings Bank is a new community bank located in Cobb. Formed and led by seasoned banking professionals and Chamber Campaign veterans, the Vinings Bank team will be working very hard to achieve another successful year.

Congratulations to Wachovia for being a top producing Campaign team for many years. Wachovia’s retail and commercial bankers come together each year to support Wachovia and the Chamber’s goals. Wachovia, N.A. is a full financial services company with 26 locations in Cobb County, 249 locations in metro Atlanta and more than 4,000 locations nationwide.
  
            The vision of WellStar Health System is to deliver world class healthcare through its hospitals, physicians and services. WellStar Health System includes Cobb, Douglas, Kennestone, Paulding and Windy Hill hospitals; WellStar Physicians Group; Medical Centers; Neighborhood Healthcare Centers; Health Place; Homecare; Hospice; Atherton Place; and WellStar Foundation. The Chamber thanks WellStar for their continued support of the Campaign.