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Green Office is a new gathering space for golf lovers. Article by Brandon Malcolm | Photography by Connelly Crowe When you ask Corinne “CM” Milien what she does, she’ll tell you she’s a “people plug”. “I try to be a resource for as many people as possible,” she says. Founder of WRK boutique human capital firm, CM centers her work around building connections and helping businesses and individuals tap into their full potential through leadership coaching and future-minded planning. CM’s...
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CHaRMed New Life
Turning waste into action, CHaRM DeKalb is reshaping recycling through education, transparency, and community engagement. Article by Josh Cornwall | Photography by Caroline Ficken When Peggy Whitlow Ratcliffe founded Live Thrive, she wasn’t setting out to start a movement—she just needed a place to dispose of old pesticides from her father’s garden. But when she discovered there were no municipal solutions for hazardous waste disposal in Atlanta, she realized she wasn’t alone. “That first...
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Create, Innovate, and Collaborate with Decatur Makers
A family-friendly makerspace overflowing with support, experimentation, and high-tech toys. Article by Natalie Fox | Photography by Connelly Crowe Decatur Makers is where you go to figure out how to make almost anything. Their membership includes access to a wood shop, laser cutters, 3D printers, welding materials, and more. There’s an electric shop where you can find ways to make something move, go, or light up. The arts and crafts area is perfect for textile work, while their Open Build...
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Tails of Transformation
From Ruff to Refined: How Canine PhD can train your furry friend into a next-level pup. Article by Brooke Felder For pet parents seeking effective, evidence-based dog training solutions, Canine PhD in Decatur stands out as a beacon of excellence. Born of a passion to help shelter and care for homeless dogs, Owner and Lead Dog Trainer, Meredith Minkin, founded Canine PhD in 2008. She started teaching classes in a parking lot in Inman Park. Canine PhD has now grown into a comprehensive...
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