New exhibit opening at the Spruill Gallery, presented by Northside Hospital, offers recent Master of Fine Arts (MFA) and Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) graduates from area universities an opportunity to present their work, in public, after pandemic shuts down spring thesis shows. ATLANTA, GA -- January 11, 2021: The Spruill Gallery is pleased to announce its first exhibit for the New Year, Pomp and Circumstance, presented by Northside Hospital, January 28 -- May 8, 2021. This exhibition features
Dunwoody’s Economic Development Department is connecting local restaurants with community groups to add a creative touch to outdoor dining Dunwoody, GA – June 24, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody Economic Development Department is encouraging local restaurants to add or expand outdoor dining with the painted picnic table project. The move is designed to make it easier for restaurants to meet social distancing requirements designed to protect against COVID-19. To start the project, the Home Depot donated 24
Dunwoody, GA—In response to the popularity of our Forest Bathing programming, The Dunwoody Nature Center has added additional sessions on Sunday, July 12th from 9:00AM - 12:00PM and Saturday, August 8th from 8:00AM - 11:00PM. Forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is a Japanese form of nature therapy that is designed to connect you with nature. The word, “bathing” refers to the idea of absorbing your natural surroundings using all of the senses, rather than anything to do with water. Forest bathing aims to
Mid-June signifies a milestone anniversary for Atlanta-based Financial Advisor, Ned Richards, CLU®. Since 1975, Mr. Richards has worked closely with individuals and business owners, helping them reach their long-term financial goals. Having experienced the effects cancer can have on one’s life, Ned Richards knows first-hand the importance of having a strong, coordinated financial plan. He is passionate about helping others protect themselves, their families, and their businesses. “Ashford Advisors
Dunwoody, GA— If you are looking for a fun way to spend Father’s Day, the Dunwoody Nature Center is here to help with a social-distance-friendly event called Father’s Day Fun in the Forest. In celebration of Father’s Day weekend, families can follow the downloadable Trail Map and explore the grounds while completing fun activities along the way! Visit us on social media to download the map to each adventure where you may jump in Wildcat Creek, play the sweetgum ball challenge, watch for wildlife at the
The City of Dunwoody Parks and Recreation Department is partnering with Country Gardens Dunwoody to support residents’ physical and mental health. Dunwoody, GA – April 22, 2020 – The City of Dunwoody Parks & Recreation Department is developing special physical and mental health programing in May for residents of Country Gardens Dunwoody and other seniors. May 27 is recognized as National Senior Health & Fitness Day. “We were originally planning in-person programs for our seniors but had to make
The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors, NAIFA has announced its 2020 Top Female Advisors in Atlanta. Lisa M. Arnold, MBA, ChFC® and Nancy Du, MBA, RICP® of Ashford Advisors have been recognized. This is Lisa’s fifth year and Nancy’s second year awarded. The NAIFA-Atlanta’s Top Female Advisors award is based on an annual evaluation on excellence and achievement in the Insurance and Financial Services field based on production, years in the business, and community involvement.
The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors, NAIFA has announced its 2020 Top Advisors Under 40 in Atlanta. Eight Financial Advisors with Ashford Advisors have been recognized including Britton D. Adams, ChFC®, Lisa M. Arnold, MBA, ChFC®, Austin Ehlinger, Elie E. Engler, ChFC®, CFP®, Edward Inman, ChFC®, CFP®, Andrew Matthieson, Michael Palmer, and Reagan H. Wolfe, ChFC®, CLU®. Recipients of NAIFA-Atlanta’s Top Advisors Under 40 are nominated by their peers or business associates and are
ATLANTA, GAApril signifies a milestone anniversary for Emily P. McIntyre, MBA, Ashford Advisors’ Director of Business Development. Emily supports the firm in community outreach by developing, coordinating, and implementing plans designed to increase Ashford Advisors’ business and philanthropic reach.Emily joined the firm in 2005, following in the footsteps of her father and role model, Tom Purcell. She has been integral in the marketing efforts of the firm, previously serving as the Director of Marketing
Ashford Advisors, a financial services and wealth management firm headquartered in Atlanta has recently established a new office in Alpharetta, Georgia. This Alpharetta branch is led by Financial Advisors Andrew Matthieson, Michael Palmer, and Daniel A. Taylor, CLU®, ChFC®, CFP®. “We are so excited to open an office in Alpharetta. As someone who grew up in the community, I've always wanted to take Ashford's great history and track record and bring a physical presence to the town where I grew up,” said
Ashford Advisors has been awarded a Top Workplace 2020, National Standard honor by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by research partner Energage, LLC, a leading provider of technology-based employee engagement tools. The anonymous survey measures several aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution, and connection, just to name a few. “We are honored to be recognized by the AJC as a Top
Seven financial professionals with Ashford Advisors were announced as 2020 DI Inner Circle Qualifiers. Guardian’s Inner Circle is an award that recognizes producers who consistently produce high-volume, high-quality disability income business; this typically represents the top 2% of producers doing individual disability income business through Guardian agencies. The qualifiers for Inner Circle are Peter E. Bourg, Elie E. Engler, ChFC®, CFP®, Joshua M. Ketchie, CFP®, CPA, ChFC®, Mark O. Matia, M. Travis
The Arbor Day Foundation named Dunwoody as a 2019 Tree City USA community for its commitment to effective urban forest management. Dunwoody, GA – February 20, 2020 – For the eighth year, the City of Dunwoody is being recognized by the Arbor Day Foundation as a “Tree City USA” community for making the planting and care of trees a priority. “Tree City USA communities see the impact an urban forest has in a community first hand," said Dan Lambe, president of the Arbor Day Foundation. “The trees being planted
Atlanta based Financial Planner, Michael Ghioto, CFP®, RICP® celebrates a milestone anniversary this month. Whether he is helping his clients with their wealth accumulation, investment strategies, or retirement planning, he finds joy in bringing organization and confidence to his clients’ financial lives. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM professional and earned the designation of Retirement Income Certified Planner from The American College. “Fifteen years ago, Ashford had the good fortune of Michael
Perimeter Center East Park would be city’s first neighborhood park in the Perimeter area of Dunwoody. Dunwoody, GA – February 11, 2020 – The Dunwoody City Council unanimously approved funding on Monday night for design services for Perimeter Center East Park. The vote is an important step in establishing a neighborhood park in the Perimeter area of Dunwoody.“This park is a priority for me,” said Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch. “I’d like to see this completed by 2021, with children and families enjoying it as
The Dunwoody Perimeter Chamber of Commerce is launching a new social media campaign, #MemberMomentMonday, to acknowledge and visibility to our members. The Chamber will select featured members by random selection via a random number generator. Eligible members must be in good standing with the Chamber and can not be featured more than once a year. “One of the words for the Chamber in 2020 is ‘Vision’. Part of the Chamber’s vision for our membership is that they feel seen and heard by our community.
ATLANTA, GA - This September, Atlanta-based Financial Advisor, Austin Ehlinger celebrates his fifth anniversary with financial services firm Ashford Advisors.Austin entered the financial services industry when he joined Ashford Advisors in 2014. Austin knew he wanted a career that gave him the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with people and help them make important financial decisions based on their dreams and goals. He does this for his clients by showing them a clear picture of where they
December signifies a milestone anniversary for Birmingham-based Brokerage Manager, Sam Duffey, CLU®. “When income slows or stops, it immediately becomes quite difficult for most of us to reach our financial goals. As I work with financial professionals, I want them to develop a healthy understanding of how their client’s income permeates through an entire financial and lifestyle plan.” Because of his thorough approach to education and service, Sam is frequently called on to train and share his experience
Dunwoody, GA – November 14, 2019 – The City of Dunwoody will bring ice skating, food trucks, music, and a movie to Brook Run Park on December 7 to create a Winter Wonderland for all to enjoy. Brook Run Park is located at 4770 N. Peachtree Road in Dunwoody. “We hope this will be the start of a new Dunwoody tradition,” said Dunwoody Parks Recreation Supervisor Rachel Waldron. “We look forward to showcasing Dunwoody’s largest park, Brook Run, in a new and special way.” Winter Wonderland will begin at 10