Join us for the September
Business & Breakfast featuring
Daniela Perry, Executive Director
The Georgia Chamber Foundation
"GEORGIA 2050"

2026 Series Presenting Sponsor

About:
Held the first Wednesday of every month, Business & Breakfast is the Jackson Chamber's monthly membership meeting featuring guest speakers presenting topics and discussing issues that are important to businesses and the community. There are no meetings held in January or July.
Sponsor:
7:30 a.m. - Doors Open & Networking
8:00 a.m. - Program begins




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Join us for the October
Business & Breakfast
Dr. Lauren L Griffeth
Extension Leadership Specialist
College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences UGA
"The Cost of Not Listening: How Leaders Unintentionally Undermine Trust, Innovation, and Results"

2026 Series Presenting Sponsor

About:
Held the first Wednesday of every month, Business & Breakfast is the Jackson Chamber's monthly membership meeting featuring guest speakers presenting topics and discussing issues that are important to businesses and the community. There are no meetings held in January or July.
Sponsor:
7:30 a.m. - Doors Open & Networking
8:00 a.m. - Program begins


For generations, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Jackson County has been more than a place for kids to go after school—it is a place to belong, grow, and discover what is possible. In our Clubs, young people find caring adults who believe in them, academic support when they are struggling, meals and snacks, opportunities to explore new interests, and a safe environment where they can simply be kids. Through mentorship, enrichment, recreation, leadership development, workforce readiness and more, we help young people build the skills and confidence they need for great futures.
We also believe these opportunities should be available to every child, regardless of what their family can afford. That's why we intentionally keep our programs affordable, even though the true cost of providing safe facilities, trained staff, transportation, meals, supplies and high-quality programming far exceeds what families pay. The difference is made possible by generous donors, businesses and community partners who believe Jackson County's children are worth investing in.
When you support BGCJC, you aren't simply sponsoring a program or an event. You're investing in a child—and in the future of Jackson County. Strong kids become strong students, employees, leaders, parents and neighbors. With our community behind them, we can ensure the young people who need us most have the people, places and opportunities they need to reach their full potential.
We invite you to join us for Night for Youth 2026: To Infinity and Beyond, our signature fundraising event benefiting local children and teens. Experience an inspiring evening featuring Club member performances, powerful stories of impact, a look toward the future of our organization, and opportunities to invest directly in the young people we serve. This special event will take place on Tuesday, October 20th at The Jefferson Church.
Together, there’s no limit to how far our kids can go!

Join us for the November
Business & Breakfast
Featuring the Annual Partners in Education Event
Make connections between local businesses,
industries, community members and organizations,
and the school systems.
2026 Series Presenting Sponsor

About:
Held the first Wednesday of every month, Business & Breakfast is the Jackson Chamber's monthly membership meeting featuring guest speakers presenting topics and discussing issues that are important to businesses and the community. There are no meetings held in January or July.
Sponsor:
7:30 a.m. - Doors Open & Networking
8:00 a.m. - Program begins

Presented by

The 19th Annual Business Woman of the Year Award heralds the past and present achievements of an outstanding businesswoman in the Jackson County area. The winner will be announced at the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Women of the Year Luncheon on Tuesday, November 10, 2026.
2026 Woman of the Year Nomination Form
pmain@jacksoncountyga.com
706-387-0300
***DOORS WILL NOT OPEN UNTIL 11:15 a.m.***
Chamber Member Individual admission $50
Non-member individual admission $65
Keynote Speaker, Karen Barefoot

Woman of the Year Past Winners
2008 - Martha Martin - Phil-Mart Transportation
2009 - Dee Lavender - The LUCYS
2010 - diAna Huckins - Buhler Quality Yarns
2011 - Dr. Emily Howell - Howell Orthodontics
2012 - Annette Studivant - Jefferson Police Department
2013 - Theresa Kenerly - Mayor, City of Hoschton
2014 - Tracy Jordan - Jackson Pharmacy
2015 - Jennifer Scott - Town of Braselton
2016 - Linda Foster - Jackson County Family Connection Council
2017 - Ali Merk - Jackson County Extension
2018 - Sheriff Janis Mangum - Jackson County Sheriff's Department
2019 - April Sorrow- Jackson EMC
2020 - Tricia Massey - Piedmont Athens Regional
2021 - Dr. April Howard- Jackson County School System
2022 - Rosa Crescenti- AtWork Personnel
2023 - Jenn Langston-Reboot Jackson
2024 - Sherry Moore-Jackson County Government
2025 - Lisa Stephens, Legacy Youth Mentoring
2026 Woman of the Year Awards Luncheon Sponsorships Available
Platinum Sponsors at $1,200 multiple sponsorships available
Benefits for Platinum Sponsors?
Braselton Civic Center
27 East Lake Drive
Braselton, Georgia 30517

Join us for the December
Business & Breakfast
"Annual Eggs & Issues"
2026 Series Presenting Sponsor

About:
Held the first Wednesday of every month, Business & Breakfast is the Jackson Chamber's monthly membership meeting featuring guest speakers presenting topics and discussing issues that are important to businesses and the community. There are no meetings held in January or July.
Sponsor:
7:30 a.m. - Doors Open & Networking
8:00 a.m. - Program begins

