Georgia First Generation Foundation nominated for inaugural Gwinnett Chamber Small Business Awards

Gwinnett County (METRO ATLANTA) GA – [AUGUST 9, 2019] – The Gwinnett Chamber inaugural Small Business Awards will showcase those that dare to start, sustain, and succeed and the community that supports them. Recognized as an industry leader, Georgia First Generation Foundation has been nominated in the Community Contributor category.

The Community Contributor Award pays tribute to an organization, that although small, makes a big difference in the lives of others. This nomination is evident that the work of our team not only leaves an impact on the students we serve, but on the community we represent as well," said Charbel Aoun, Founding President of the Georgia First Generation Foundation​.

“At the Gwinnett Chamber, we believe small business is big business,” said Nick Masino, President & CEO, Gwinnett Chamber and Partnership Gwinnett. “We understand that entrepreneurs are the engines of our economy and we are excited to celebrate their contributions.”

Honoring individuals and organizations alike, designations will be given in the following areas. 

• Advocate Award 
• Community Contributor Award
• Culture Creator Award
• Emerging Entrepreneur Award
• Founder Award 
• Launch Award
• Minority-Owned/Women-Owned Small Business Award
• Small Business Award
• Support System Award

The awards ceremony will be held Wednesday, October 23 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at the Infinite Energy Forum. For more information, visit GwinnettChamber.org/Small-Business-Awards.

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MEDIA CONTACT             
Allison Smith | allison.smith@georgiafirstgen.org
 
PROGRAM CONTACT
Cally D’Angelo | 678.957.4958 | CDAngelo@GwinnettChamber.org

Georgia First Generation Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity helping first generation students become the next generation of leaders and forward-thinkers. For more information, visit georgiafirstgen.org.